Syracuse: Sensory Experience Among Bees and Organic Honey

Sicily



In the heart of Sicily, amid the authentic and unspoiled landscapes of the Iblei Mountains, lies Oliva 1850, an organic beekeeping company that preserves and passes on the knowledge of six generations

Highlights

  • Get up close with bees, observe hive life in their natural environment
  • Discover how honey is created: from flowering to extraction
  • Savor a guided tasting of organic Sicilian honeys, to recognize their scents

Description

Here time slows down and follows the rhythm of nature. The beekeeping practiced is nomadic: the hives are moved between different blooms on the island to ensure the bees have the freedom to collect different nectars. This respect for natural cycles gives rise to unique honeys, capable of telling the story of Sicily's territory, seasons and landscapes. During the experience you will enter the apiary to observe hive life up close. It is an opportunity to discover the role of bees, the organization of the colony and the path that leads from flowering to honey harvesting, through slow, careful and environmentally friendly gestures. You will conclude your experience with a guided tasting of organic Sicilian honeys. Different scents, textures and nuances will allow you to recognize the origin and characteristics of each honey. An authentic experience, made of nature, time and respect for bees. A sensory journey that tells the story of Sicily, one taste at a time.

Includes

Visit to apiary Visit to the farm to learn about the production process Tasting of the organic honeys produced during the year Pairing of honeys with local cheeses

Excludes

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Important Information

  • Communicate any allergies and/or intolerances at the time of booking. At the end of the visit there is an opportunity to purchase the products. Home delivery service is also available upon request, operating throughout Italy and Europe, to conveniently receive products directly to your home

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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