A lazy-feeling afternoon with serious Sicilian flavor. This small-group outing at Bio Fattoria Augustali mixes a guided walk through family vineyards and olive groves with a proper wine cellar stop, then finishes with a lawn picnic loaded with classic Sicilian bites. I really like the scale here: it caps at 15 people, so it feels personal rather than rushed. I also love the menu format, because you’re not just sipping wine—you’re sampling farm-grown and local tastes all in one sitting. One thing to consider: you’ll drive yourself to the countryside meeting point before you meet the guide, so plan on a bit of countryside navigation.

You’ll spend about 2 hours 30 minutes in this hillside organic farm setting, spread across roughly twelve hectares that slope down toward the sea. The pace is calm, with time to walk among the vines, see wooden barrels in the cellar, and then linger outside on the lawn with ancient olive trees and flowering arches. The experience runs in English, with a mobile ticket.

This is the kind of Sicilian afternoon that makes you slow down: smell the aromatic plant garden, get a bouquet made from it, and then settle in for food and wine. Just keep in mind it’s outdoors, so you’ll want to dress for comfort and walkable ground.

Key highlights you’ll actually care about

• Up to 15 people for a calmer, more conversational pace
• Five Sicilian appetizers centered on farm produce and local staples
• Wine cellar visit with tastings of both white and red wines
• Aromatic plant garden where you’ll prepare an aromatic bouquet
• Family-run farm feel, with vineyards, olive groves, and tools to see along the way

Bio Fattoria Augustali: why this picnic feels so Sicilian

Sicily has a way of making food and land feel connected. Here, the connection is literal. You start in a hilly organic farm area tied to vineyards and olive groves, then move into the wine cellar, and finally end with a picnic on the lawn beside those old olive trees. It’s not a theme park. It’s a working farm day that lets you see how the place produces what you eat and drink.

What I like most is that the experience is built around staying present. The walking part isn’t long and punishing. It’s a gentle lead-in to what you’ll learn and taste next—how the farm is laid out, where the grapes and olives fit into the bigger process, and why the cellar matters. Then the picnic doesn’t feel like an afterthought. It’s set up in the open space right next to the cellar, with the aromatic garden as a sensory prelude.

Meeting at Farm Augustali: self-drive in the countryside

Your start point is Farm Augustali on SS 113, km 318, 700, 90047 Partinico (PA), Italy. The tour ends back at the same meeting point, so you’re not committing to a one-way trip into a different town.

This is a self-drive experience to the countryside location. That matters because it changes the vibe: you’re arriving on your own schedule, and you get to “arrive into” the landscape instead of being dropped in at the last second. If you’re planning a day around this, give yourself buffer time—country roads can be slower than you expect.

Practical tip: treat this as a countryside outing, not an urban wandering. Once you’re there, the rest of the timing feels designed for an unhurried afternoon: walk, cellar, aromatic garden, picnic.

The walk through vineyards and olive groves

Before the wine cellar, you’ll take a pleasant walk through the family vineyards and olive groves. This section is more than scenery. It’s where you get oriented to how the farm is organized—vine rows, olive trees, and the hillside layout that helps explain why this kind of farming has worked here for generations.

You’ll also see a few farm-world details on the way to the lawn areas: ancient olive trees and flowering arches, plus tools used by the farmers. Those elements do two jobs at once. They make the setting feel lived-in, and they give context for the food and wine that come later.

If you like your wine tours to include land-based context (not just tasting in a room), this is the part that will make the rest click.

The wine cellar stop: taste with a sense of process

After the outdoor walk, you reach the wine cellar. This is where the experience shifts from views to craft. You’ll discover the secrets of wine in a very hands-on way—sharing the thrill of tasting wines while also walking among the wooden barrels.

I like cellar stops that don’t overcomplicate things. Here, the value is in understanding the steps behind what you’re drinking. The setting also helps you appreciate the tasting: wood barrels, the working environment, and the fact that the tasting is connected to the farm you just walked through.

You’ll taste white and red wines, and the pacing is built so you can enjoy the flavors without feeling shoved along. And because this comes before the picnic, the wines feel like they’re guiding your appetite rather than competing with it.

Aromatic plant garden and the aromatic bouquet

Next comes one of the most memorable sensory moments: the aromatic plant garden. This part is simple but smart. It breaks up the day so it’s not just walking and drinking. You get to slow down, focus on scent, and engage with the farm beyond grapes and olives.

The experience includes preparing an aromatic bouquet for you. That means you’ll leave with something that feels personal—something you made in the moment, using plants from the garden. Even if you don’t consider yourself a “plants person,” it’s a nice contrast to the cellar and a fun keepsake.

If you’re the type who likes experiences that engage more than your taste buds, this garden stop is a highlight.

The lawn picnic setup: cozy, open-air, and farm-forward

Once the tasting and aromatic garden are done, you’ll settle into the main event: a cozy picnic on the lawn adjacent to the cellar. This is where the farm’s different outdoor zones connect—ancient olive trees, open space, and that cellar backdrop nearby.

What makes this work well is that the picnic isn’t presented like a generic basket meal. It’s tied to the farm garden and local products. The appetizers are described as including vegetables grown on the farm, homemade bread with olive oil, organic honey, and citrus jellies. That set of ingredients tells you the farm is aiming for classic Sicilian comfort, not fancy minimalism.

The space also matters. A lawn picnic is comfortable for lingering, and it gives you time to talk, taste, and breathe the air without feeling like you have to race to the next stop.

The food and wine: five Sicilian appetizers done the right way

The picnic includes five Sicilian appetizers. The menu is built around seasonal farm produce and everyday local flavors you can actually remember later.

Here’s what’s included in the picnic portion:

• Vegetables grown in the farm garden
• Homemade bread with olive oil
• Organic honey
• Citrus jellies
• Plus one additional starter listed as part of the five-appetizer setup (the experience is clearly framed as sampling at least five traditional Sicilian appetizers)

This is a strong approach because it gives variety in a small amount of time. You’re moving between savory tastes (vegetables, bread, olive oil) and sweeter notes (honey, citrus jellies). That sweetness also pairs nicely with wine, especially once you’re sitting outdoors and your appetite is fully switched on.

Wine pairing:

• Tastings of white and red wines accompany the brunch-style picnic.

I’d treat the wine tastings as part of the rhythm of the meal. You’ll sip, eat, reset, and sip again. It’s not a “drink everything fast” situation.

And from what I’d prioritize if I were planning my own afternoon: this format is ideal if you want a tasting that ends in a real meal, but you don’t want a full restaurant lunch.

Timing, group size, and what to expect on the ground

The experience runs about 2 hours 30 minutes. That’s a sweet spot for a farm outing. You get enough time for the walk, the cellar stop, and a real picnic, but you’re not committing your whole day.

Group size is limited to a maximum of 15 travelers, which I consider a big deal. It keeps the guide focused, makes it easier to ask questions, and helps the tasting feel relaxed rather than crowded.

English is supported, so you won’t lose the thread during the cellar explanation and the walking portion.

What to wear:

• Comfortable shoes are smart for a walk through vineyards and olive grove paths.
• Plan for outdoor time on a lawn, so bring what you’d normally bring for sun and light changes.

Also, service animals are allowed, and the tour notes that most travelers can participate.

Price and value: is $53.61 worth it?

At $53.61 per person for roughly 2.5 hours, this isn’t a bargain in the sense of a cheap add-on. But it is good value for what’s included.

Why it’s worth it:

• You get a guided farm walk, not just a self-guided visit.
• Wine cellar time is part of the experience, with tastings of both white and red wines.
• The picnic isn’t snack-sized. It’s built around at least five traditional Sicilian appetizers plus the wine.
• The group size stays small (max 15), which increases the “you’re getting time with the guide” feeling.

If your ideal Sicily day is tasting-focused—food, wine, and land-based context—this is the kind of price that makes sense. If you’re only looking for a quick photo stop or only want one small sip of wine, you may decide it’s more than you need.

Who should book this picnic experience?

I’d book this if:

• You want a small-group farm experience rather than a large bus tour.
• You enjoy wine, but you also want the land story behind it—vineyards, olive groves, and wooden barrels.
• You’re curious about aromatic plants and like the idea of making an aromatic bouquet.
• You want a full-taste afternoon: walk + cellar + picnic, all in one run.

I wouldn’t prioritize it if:

• You dislike driving to countryside meeting points and prefer a city-based pickup.
• You want a long, multi-hour formal meal with more courses than appetizers.

Should you book Picnic on the lawn with aromatic garden and winery?

If you want an easy, meaningful Sicilian afternoon—walkable farm views, a cellar tasting, then a lawn picnic built from classic ingredients—I think you’ll be happy booking this. The best part is the blend: it doesn’t separate sightseeing from eating and tasting. Each step leads to the next, and the small group size helps the whole day feel human.

My “yes” comes down to two things: the combination of wine + farm food and the fact that the day includes real sensory moments (especially the aromatic plant garden). If you’re traveling in Sicily with at least a half-day you can spare and you’re okay driving to the farm, this is a strong pick.

FAQ

How long is the picnic experience?

It lasts about 2 hours 30 minutes.

Where do we meet for the tour?

You meet at Farm Augustali on SS 113 km 318, 700, 90047 Partinico PA, Italy. The tour ends back at the meeting point.

Is transportation included?

No. You drive yourself to the countryside location to meet your guide.

What’s included in the picnic?

You’ll have a lawn picnic with five traditional Sicilian appetizers, including vegetables grown on the farm, homemade bread with olive oil, organic honey, and citrus jellies.

Are wine tastings included?

Yes. The brunch/picnic is enriched with tastings of white and red wines.

How big is the group?

The tour has a maximum of 15 travelers.

What language is the experience offered in, and do I get a ticket on my phone?

The tour is offered in English, and you’ll receive a mobile ticket.

Can I cancel for free?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid isn’t refunded.

Is it suitable for everyone, including service animals?

Service animals are allowed, and most travelers can participate.