San Vito Lo Capo and Valderice

Jutting out at the northwest tip of Sicily is the rugged coastline of San Vito Lo Capo. A pretty, unspoilt resort renowned for its long stretch of glorious white sandy beach against a backdrop of jagged mountains, it has a bustling harbour filled with fashionable yachts and many good restaurants and trattorias serving local specialties, including seafood and couscous.

Much of the small town is pedestrianised and lined with tempting cafes, bars and shops. A short drive from San Vito Lo Capo will bring you to the small town of Valderice which lies at the foot of the mediaeval hilltop town of Erice. This is an ideal spot for visiting the Zingaro Nature Reserve which is a conservation area consisting of 7 Kilometres of stunning white cliff top walks boasting over 700 varieties of trees and flowers and home to many rare species of birds. In the reserve there are also remains of a Stone Age settlements.