SICILY
855 Tours Reviewed
Cefalù looks good from far away, then gets better fast. I love the mix of Castelbuono’s medieval streets and the UNESCO Arab-Norman Cathedral in Cefalù, all wrapped into a smooth private day. The other big win for me is the…
A volcano day trip, timed for comfort. This Etna excursion from Catania is interesting because you get 3 free hours at Rifugio Sapienza, plus a multilingual audio guide so you can make sense of what you’re seeing on your own.…
Etna in one smooth private day. You’ll start from Messina, head along the A18 for Ionian coast views, then spend time high on the mountain with a climb toward the Silvestri Craters. It’s the kind of outing that turns a…
Ortigia feels cinematic from the sea. This private 2-hour ride glides past Castello Maniace and into the Plemmirio marine reserve, with homemade Sicilian snacks and a proper aperitif served onboard. The main trade-off: you’ll admire Ortigia’s highlights from the deck…
Greek temples, minus the stress of planning. This private day trip puts you on the road early from Palermo, then into Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples with a real guide, plus a scenic drive through the Sicani Mountains. I especially…
Temples and mosaics in one long day. This private full-day tour pairs Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples with Piazza Armerina’s world-famous Roman mosaics, with hotel pickup from Catania and air-conditioned comfort. You also get generous free time at both stops,…
Start with an elephant fountain, learn Catania fast. This private, customizable walking tour is designed for orientation, starting at Fontana dell’Elefante (uʻ Liotru) by Piazza del Duomo and shaped around what you care about. I like that you can steer…
Noto is Sicily’s Baroque dream in walking distance. On this half-day trip from Syracuse, you’ll see why this UNESCO site is nicknamed the Stone Garden, with a planned stroll through the Sicilian Baroque highlights and a smart, human-sized group experience.…
Ragusa, Modica, and Scicli in one long baroque day. You start with round-trip hotel pickup from the Catania area, then hop between three standout towns that all lean hard into Sicilian baroque architecture. I especially like that the schedule includes…
A boat day off Agrigento hits differently. I like that this is a private setup (just your group) and you get multiple chances to get in the water, not one rushed photo stop. I also love the pacing: a few…
Three days, three Etna vineyards, zero stress. This private Sicily weekend is built around Mt. Etna’s vineyards—including walk-throughs, cellar visits, and wine tastings—plus time in Taormina and a visit to the volcano area. I love that the whole plan removes…
Etna feels close enough to touch. This Etna Jeep tour from Taormina takes you toward the Bove Valley and beyond, with viewpoints that make Sicily’s volcano feel real, not textbook. I like that you move around in a small group…
Mt. Etna looks quiet until you get close. This private half-day trek turns it into something you can actually walk through, with an expert guide, lava-field paths, and a short visit to a real lava cave. I especially like how…
One volcano morning can change your whole Sicily view. This Etna summit excursion blends cable car speed with off-road access, so you spend less time wrestling with roads and more time seeing the active craters up close. Starting around Rifugio…
Ortigia looks different from the water. This short sea-caves cruise along Syracuse’s coast pairs big views with a sunset aperitif moment you do not rush. The main drawback to plan around is that the trip depends on weather, and the…
