Castelbuono Tour and Wine Tasting in a Medieval Abbey
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Overview
On this tour through the Madonie Mountains, you will visit two jewels of the area. The first is the stunning vineyard of a Medieval abbey, its organic wines, local cheeses, and the scenery to die for. Relax and soak up the surroundings as you enjoy a taste of the excellent wines and the tranquillity. You can also purchase wines on site. The second is the Medieval town of Castelbuono, famous for its castle and its pastry shops, where you will have the chance to sample and taste the home-made local goodies.
Inclusions
- Wine tasting
- Professional guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What to expect
The Madonie Mountains is scattered with picturesque hilltop towns. One of the prettiest is Castelbuono. After stop at the Medieval abbey, you'll stroll in the idyllic town center and visit the majestic castle donated to Sant’Anna. Literally a piece of heaven, the old abbey is now famous all over the world because of its gold-medals-awarded winery company. There you will taste some of their selected wines and typical appetizers, all without forgetting a visit of their cellar where you will enjoy the smell of their handcrafted oak barrels, manufactured in the department of Allier. Definitely a must for guests that come to this side of Sicily.
A typical day would be:
2:30pm - 3pm Depart from resort/meeting point
3:20pm ca. Visit the Abbey's cellar to then enjoy the wine tasting
5:00pm ca. Arrive in Castelbuono Fiasconaro's pastry tasting, stroll in the medieval streets of the town.
7:30pm ca. Leave Castelbuono and return to resort/pick up point
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
Stop At:
• Castelbuono, Castelbuono, Province of Palermo, Sicily
Sample Menu
• Wine Tasting
A typical day would be:
2:30pm - 3pm Depart from resort/meeting point
3:20pm ca. Visit the Abbey's cellar to then enjoy the wine tasting
5:00pm ca. Arrive in Castelbuono Fiasconaro's pastry tasting, stroll in the medieval streets of the town.
7:30pm ca. Leave Castelbuono and return to resort/pick up point
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
Stop At:
• Castelbuono, Castelbuono, Province of Palermo, Sicily
Sample Menu
• Wine Tasting
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
451leighd
August 2022
I was really looking forward to this tour and the wind tasting itself was very nice although they had miscommunicated the number of us on the tour which meant we had to wait about 15 minutes for a table to be set for us and extra wine glasses and the plates of food to be ready. It was however ...
I was really looking forward to this tour and the wind tasting itself was very nice although they had miscommunicated the number of us on the tour which meant we had to wait about 15 minutes for a table to be set for us and extra wine glasses and the plates of food to be ready. It was however the lackluster tour guide that made this a disappointing trip - she told us the history on the way in the coach but made no effort to get to know us and conducted all of this narration in a monotone voice and without looking at us at all! If I compare this tour guide to the wonderful Roberta who oversaw the dinner in the mountains they are really night and day - Roberta's passion and energy were simply contagious whereas this lady seemed bored and made the tour disappointing when a tour guide's role is to energize and inspire those she is guiding.bunkysparky
October 2019
we did this tour just to go to Castelbouno, the winery was a nice addition. Castelbuono is the home to the maker of the best panettone in all of Italy. We enjoyed the free samples & had only seen Castelbuono at night, 6 years ago. It was lovely to see it in the daylight, along with all the lovely...
we did this tour just to go to Castelbouno, the winery was a nice addition. Castelbuono is the home to the maker of the best panettone in all of Italy. We enjoyed the free samples & had only seen Castelbuono at night, 6 years ago. It was lovely to see it in the daylight, along with all the lovely residents. One huge concern...our original bus had a problem with the speaker so it was changed out nearby. We noticed that the tires on this bus were BALD, no treads! These buses go up high on narrow mountain roads, this is crazy & dangerous! Fortunately, our new bus had slightly better tires, but we were glad for the speaker glitch.Claire_B
July 2019
Beautiful place and great wines ! My friend and I really enjoyed this afternoon. The pick up and drop off in Cefalu were included which was very convenient.
Beautiful place and great wines ! My friend and I really enjoyed this afternoon. The pick up and drop off in Cefalu were included which was very convenient.Charles_M
July 2019
Wonderful day. Started at 15:00. Much cooler part of the day. Winery was stunning. Town was a little on the touristy side.
Wonderful day. Started at 15:00. Much cooler part of the day. Winery was stunning. Town was a little on the touristy side.Fanny_H
July 2023
Den var så välplanerad och kul att både få få höra om produktionen och sedan ha vinprovning i det fina klostret samt få provsmaka lite godsaker i den fina byn där Castelbuono låg
Den var så välplanerad och kul att både få få höra om produktionen och sedan ha vinprovning i det fina klostret samt få provsmaka lite godsaker i den fina byn där Castelbuono låganri_ttev2023
July 2023
Uitleg was goed. Het proeven goed geregeld met lekkere hapjes. Je mocht 3 wijnen proeven: rood, wit en rosé. Er is een winkel waar je de wijn kunt kopen.
Uitleg was goed. Het proeven goed geregeld met lekkere hapjes. Je mocht 3 wijnen proeven: rood, wit en rosé. Er is een winkel waar je de wijn kunt kopen.