SICILY
734 Tours Reviewed
A private boat in Sicily beats most sightseeing. You’ll bounce from classic tuna-landmarks to clear coves around Zingaro, with time to swim and practice snorkeling. I like the small, private group setup (up to 12) and the overall feel: comfortable…
Godfather towns and a Greek theater in one run. This private Sicily outing strings together the best photo stops between Messina and the hill towns, with timed visits to Savoca and Taormina plus a quick look at Isola Bella. It’s…
Sailing off the Catania coast feels like a reset button. This half-day, skipper-led cruise along the Riviera dei Ciclopi pairs big scenery with storytelling—medieval Acicastello, the caves of Ulysses, and the seaside village of AciTrezza—so you don’t just drift, you…
Palermo looks different through a lens. This Photo Tour of the Secrets of Palermo turns familiar streets into photo lessons, guided by Giacomo Barone. I like the way he gives practical direction for both serious camera users and iPhone shooters,…
A first stroll that makes Palermo click. This half-day route uses Teatro Massimo as a launching pad, then threads you through the Mercato del Capo, Palermo Cathedral, the Quattro Canti, and the cloister of Santa Caterina d’Alessandria. I especially like…
A boat ride in Sicily that comes with aperitif vibes and sea views. I love two things right away: the complimentary savory aperitif served by Graziella and Saro (Blue Diamond), and the small group limit of 10 that keeps the…
Taormina turns surprises into keepsakes. This private photo walk pairs a friendly photographer with Taormina’s best corners, starting near Hotel Excelsior Palace and looping through the historic center. It’s built for real moments, whether that’s a quiet couple shoot or…
Etna feels close from Syracuse. This 8-hour morning trip is a smart way to see Mt. Etna’s volcanic sights with a guide and not worry about the hows and whens. I also like that the day includes a real cave…
Volcano views plus Sicilian town time in one day. This Etna and Taormina trip brings you up to the Silvestri Craters at 1,900 meters and pairs it with Taormina views from a guided hilltop stroll. I really like how the…
Ustica’s rocks can change your compass. This guided evening excursion turns geology into a hands-on story, from magnetic stones that throw navigation off to lava-era cliffs framed by the sea. The setting is dramatic, the explanations are clear, and you…
Palermo’s streets carry serious momentum. This 3-hour guided bike tour connects key sites tied to the antimafia fight, with time to talk and process what you’re seeing rather than just clicking photos. I like the close, on-the-ground guide approach led…
Etna at 8:00am is the kind of plan you’ll talk about later. You’re out of Catania early, riding up in comfort, then getting a guided look at lava flows and a lava cave—with sights that climb to about 1,700 metres.…
Clear water starts with good instruction. This snorkeling trip in Sicily keeps it simple: mask, snorkel, and time in the sea to watch what’s happening below. I like that it includes a proper start-to-finish flow, from safety rules and gear…
The sea caves of Syracuse are the kind of sight you can’t fake with photos. This Ortiga boat tour blends big views from the water with a realistic, hands-on chance to snorkel. I especially like how the ride stays flexible:…
Syracuse changes when you leave the shore. This private 2-hour boat ride off Ortigia pairs classic sightseeing with real time on the water, passing under the Umbertino bridge and heading toward the sea caves around Syracuse, with English narration. I…
