Join Ketanga Fitness Retreats in Sicily!
Experience Sicily from an active perspective on our unforgettable Move, Taste & Explore retreat! Get to know the bold, beautiful side of Sicily, where ancient cities, volcanic landscapes, incredible food and the sparkling Mediterranean come together.
Based in the vibrant city of Catania, this 5-day getaway is your chance to experience Sicily beyond the typical tourist trail. Move your body with energizing workouts, wander through bustling markets, roll up your sleeves for a hands-on Sicilian cooking class, hike the volcanic landscape of Mount Etna, and toast your adventures with wine grown in the region's rich volcanic soil.
There will be plenty of time to explore, eat, swim, sip and simply soak up la dolce vita. From the streets of Catania to the slopes of Etna and the stunning coastline of eastern Sicily, every day brings a new adventure.
Based in the vibrant city of Catania, this 5-day getaway is your chance to experience Sicily beyond the typical tourist trail. Move your body with energizing workouts, wander through bustling markets, roll up your sleeves for a hands-on Sicilian cooking class, hike the volcanic landscape of Mount Etna, and toast your adventures with wine grown in the region's rich volcanic soil.
There will be plenty of time to explore, eat, swim, sip and simply soak up la dolce vita. From the streets of Catania to the slopes of Etna and the stunning coastline of eastern Sicily, every day brings a new adventure.
Bonus Add-On!
Extend your Malta adventure into Sicily for four more nights of movement, food, wine and exploration. (The two destinations are easily accessible by 2-hour ferry + shuttle or 45-minute flight).
Book both retreats and get a FREE hotel night in Sicily on September 6 to relax and recharge between retreats!
Why Sicily?Sicily is where adventure and indulgence come together.
This is a destination with a little bit of everything we love: dramatic landscapes, fascinating history, incredible food, beautiful coastlines and plenty of opportunities to get moving. You'll hike an active volcano in the morning, learn to make authentic Sicilian dishes in the afternoon, and end the day with a glass of local wine and a plate of pasta. It's vibrant, delicious and full of experiences that invite you to slow down and savor the moment. |
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What to Expect on the Sicily Fitness Retreat
🌋 Mount Etna Adventure
Hike the slopes of Europe's iconic active volcano and take in otherworldly volcanic landscapes and panoramic views.
🍝 Sicilian Cooking Class
Shop, chop, stir and savor your way through an authentic hands-on Sicilian cooking experience.
🐟 Catania Market
Dive into the energy of Catania's historic market and discover the fresh ingredients, flavors and traditions behind Sicilian cuisine.
🍷 Etna Wine Tasting
Sip wines grown in the volcanic soils of Mount Etna while taking in the beautiful countryside surrounding the volcano.
🏛️ Explore Catania
Wander the lively streets and historic piazzas of this fascinating Baroque city, with plenty of time to discover it at your own pace.
💪 Daily Movement
Start your days with energizing fitness sessions designed to complement—not compete with—the day's adventures.
🍋 The Flavors of Sicily
From fresh pasta and seafood to citrus, pistachios, wine and cannoli, experience Sicily through the food that makes it famous.
Hike the slopes of Europe's iconic active volcano and take in otherworldly volcanic landscapes and panoramic views.
🍝 Sicilian Cooking Class
Shop, chop, stir and savor your way through an authentic hands-on Sicilian cooking experience.
🐟 Catania Market
Dive into the energy of Catania's historic market and discover the fresh ingredients, flavors and traditions behind Sicilian cuisine.
🍷 Etna Wine Tasting
Sip wines grown in the volcanic soils of Mount Etna while taking in the beautiful countryside surrounding the volcano.
🏛️ Explore Catania
Wander the lively streets and historic piazzas of this fascinating Baroque city, with plenty of time to discover it at your own pace.
💪 Daily Movement
Start your days with energizing fitness sessions designed to complement—not compete with—the day's adventures.
🍋 The Flavors of Sicily
From fresh pasta and seafood to citrus, pistachios, wine and cannoli, experience Sicily through the food that makes it famous.
Who This Retreat Is ForThis retreat is for the traveler who wants to see more, taste more and experience more—without sacrificing time to move, relax and enjoy yourself.
You don't need to be an experienced hiker, foodie or athlete; you just need a sense of adventure and a willingness to try something new. Come solo and make new friends, bring your favorite travel buddy, or join us as part of the Malta + Sicily adventure! Whether you're wandering a Sicilian market, hiking through volcanic landscapes, learning to make pasta or sharing a sunset aperitivo, you'll have a fun, welcoming group to experience it all with. |
Pricing & Registration
*Launch Special: $300 off through September 30 only!*
Use code SEPTEMBER
Double occupancy: $X per person
Single occupancy: $X
Single occupancy: $X
What's Included
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Meet Your Group Leader, Beth
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Beth Roberts is a fitness trainer and nutrition/lifestyle coach with over 25 years of experience. Beth has taught many styles of fitness and levels of clients over her career as a private coach and group exercise instructor.
Her passion for boot camp-style interval training drove her to establish Killington Boot Camp in Vermont, where she keeps fitness fun with a variety of indoor and outdoor workouts. On retreats, Beth mixes up the styles of fitness she teaches to accommodate the day's other activities as well as guests' different levels and abilities . Classes vary from total body interval style training to restorative stretching and myofascial release. After hosting her first retreat with Ketanga in 2018, Beth has caught the fitness travel bug and has become one of our most popular retreat leaders, hosting trips in Costa Rica, Hawaii, South Africa, Barbados, Croatia, Portugal, Mallorca, and more! |
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The Accommodations
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Itinerary Overview
subject to change
September 7: Welcome!
Check in and get settled
Intros & Sicilian Stretch class
Welcome aperitivo (spritz & snacks) in the historic center
Group dinner
September 8: Culture & Cuisine
Mediterranean morning workout + breakfast
Catania market tour + Sicilian cooking class
Free afternoon! Idea: shop, relax, get a massage, or grab a granita!
Dinner on your own / optional group dinner
September 9: Mount Etna Adventure
Breakfast
Explore Mount Etna by cable car and guided hike
Decompress, dine and stretch at a local winery
Free night
September 10: Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Day
Empowering morning class + breakfast
Free day! Idea: boat/swim adventure in Ortigia
Sicilian night out for dinner
September 11: Departures
Optional sunrise stretch / class pending departure times
Breakfast
Departures
Check in and get settled
Intros & Sicilian Stretch class
Welcome aperitivo (spritz & snacks) in the historic center
Group dinner
September 8: Culture & Cuisine
Mediterranean morning workout + breakfast
Catania market tour + Sicilian cooking class
Free afternoon! Idea: shop, relax, get a massage, or grab a granita!
Dinner on your own / optional group dinner
September 9: Mount Etna Adventure
Breakfast
Explore Mount Etna by cable car and guided hike
Decompress, dine and stretch at a local winery
Free night
September 10: Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Day
Empowering morning class + breakfast
Free day! Idea: boat/swim adventure in Ortigia
Sicilian night out for dinner
September 11: Departures
Optional sunrise stretch / class pending departure times
Breakfast
Departures
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Registration Notes
- Secure your spot with a nonrefundable $500 deposit.
- Payment installments are due April 1, May 1 and June 1 and will be auto-billed to the card used for your deposit. If you sign up after one of those dates, your balance payments will be adjusted. Final payment is due by June 1, 2027
- By signing up, you agree to our Terms & Conditions including cancelation policy.
- Solo traveler looking to share a room? Ketanga will help connect solo travelers first-come, first-served. If no roommate is available, guest must pay single room rate.
- Check-in time is 3PM, check-out time is 12PM.
- Travel insurance is highly recommended!
- Note: Transportation to/from Sicily is not included.
Itinerary subject to change