'Inspector Montalbano' might be the ideal television series to watch at Christmas but why not skip the small screen and immerse yourself in the real setting. Adagio (01707 386700, www.adagio.co.uk), the experts in “gentle walking” small group, guided holidays on foot, offers a 7-night 'Montalbano's Sicily' holiday with a departure on 22nd December 2016.

Based in the region of Ragusa, an area typified by dramatic coastal scenery, steep hillside villages, fascinating archaeological sites, imposing baroque architecture and delicious Sicilian cuisine, the trip not only touches on elements which may feel familiar from the series but delves deeper into this much overlooked region of South Eastern Sicily. 

A highlight in itself is staying in the region's UNESCO World Heritage listed city of two parts – the old town of Ragusa Ibla and the newer Ragusa Superiore - where one gets the perfect introduction to Baroque architecture given the city was largely rebuilt after a devastating earthquake in 1693. Outside the provincial capital, the picturesque Baroque town of Noto with its enticing vineyards and a countryside walk around the stunning hilltop town of ChiaramonteGulfi and Mount Etna provide more insights into the seismic activity that has literally shaped the area. 

In addition to days spent exploring the Greek archaeological site of Syracuse, walking in the Cava Ispica gorge and visiting the coastal resorts of Donnalucata or Punta Secca (home of the fictional Inspector Montalbano), food is also very much on the agenda with the opportunity to try some of the regions and Inspector Montalbano's favourite dishes, such as arancini, pasta incaciata and A stemperata, all washed down with some fine local Sicilian wine.

Adagio (01707 386700, www.adagio.co.uk) offer a seven night Montalbano's Sicily holiday departing on 22nd December 2016, from £1,475/person including flights, half board accommodation with dinners taken at local restaurants, local guides, all local transport costs and entrance fees.

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Notes to Editors: 

Company Background: 

Adagio is a collection of small group, guided holidays on foot, offering gentle walking for those who want to enjoy the world at a more leisurely pace and is part of RWH Travel (formerly known as Ramblers Worldwide Holidays). 

Alongside Adagio, the company also offers two new brands:  Ramblers Walking Holidays and Chapters Experience Holidays.   Ramblers Walking Holidays encapsulate the essence of a Ramblers holiday: small group holidays, great destinations, brilliant walks and trusted Leaders, whilst Chapters Experience Holidays are experience-rich adventures from walking, cycling or sailing to painting, photography… or even mindfulness.    

Celebrating its 70th Anniversary this year, other brands within the RWH Travel group include Load off Your Back (LOYB), a self-guided walking holiday programme -  and Cruise and Walk – Walking Holidays in association with Fred.Olsen Cruise Lines. 

For its walking holidays the company is the proud holder of Which? Recommended Provider status – ie companies which are highly rated by Which? Members and reach the exacting standards of Which? Researchers.  

Company Mission 

The company's mission is to generate funds for walking charities by the provision of outstanding outdoor activity holidays worldwide. 

With its not-for-profit philosophy, the company contributes monies to the Ramblers Holidays Charitable Trust which supports walking related and environmental projects in the UK. The company also funds Heart & Sole - an initiative managed by company staff, with the aim of reaching into the heart of the communities visited both in the UK and overseas. 

RWH Travel also runs The Walking Partnership - an initiative which champions walking at the 'grass roots' level by providing funding and support to walking groups and clubs throughout the UK. 

Ramblers Walking Holidays is the Walking Holiday Partner of the Ramblers, Britain's walking charity which drove the recent Big Pathwatch project, and has been pioneering and championing walking and 'rights of way' for over 70 years across England, Scotland and Wales.  

Customers travelling on all holidays operated by RWH Travel Limited are fully protected via the company's membership of ABTA and ATOL.  RWH Travel Limited is also a member of AITO.