SICILY
611 Tours Reviewed
You get the best of Syracuse by sea. This half-day sailing pairs Ortigia sightseeing with swim time in the protected Plemmirio marine area. The captain and crew, often led by Roberto and Nino, turn the coast into a moving history…
Palermo in a vintage Fiat is a whole thing. It’s one of those Sicily experiences where you move slowly on narrow streets, then suddenly you’re part of the city’s daily life. You’ll get a proper guided panoramic route while riding…
This is one of those Sicily days that makes time feel elastic: ancient ruins in the morning, Baroque streets by afternoon, and a driver/guide who keeps the day moving. I especially liked the pairing of Syracuse and Ortigia for the…
Three UNESCO cities, one Baroque day. This Noto–Modica–Ragusa tour from Catania strings together the late-Baroque story Sicily told after the 1693 earthquake, with guides like Carmelo and Alessio sharing the links as you go. I love the reconstructed Noto townscape,…
Greeks, Romans, and a Sicily day trip. This tour turns a long coach day into two of the island’s biggest archaeology wins: a guided walk at Valle dei Templi plus free time to take in the mosaic-packed Villa Romana del…
Taormina from the water feels different. This small-group sail from Giardini Naxos puts you on the coast, away from the crush, with swim and snorkeling stops plus a skipper who shares local Sicilian stories. Expect Taormina Bay views that look…
Etna glows when the day cools. This Etna sunset tour turns Mount Etna into a living classroom, with cave time, a gentle trek, and that golden show over the lava fields in winter when days feel calmer. I especially like…
A day on the water near Lampedusa feels like a reset button. You get multiple time-on-the-sea swim stops and an on-board lunch served at the table that goes well beyond the usual snack-box boat fare. One thing to keep in…
Palermo art hits fast. This small-group walking tour helps you skip long lines with a separate entrance, and it links the Capella Palatina and Palermo Cathedral with the big presence of Teatro Massimo. I also like that you get real…
Three Sicilian legends in one day. This Catania to Syracuse, Ortygia, and Noto tour is a smart way to hit Neapolis and two UNESCO-style towns without fuss, plus an air-conditioned van keeps the long day from feeling like punishment. The…
You can see two hill towns fast. I like the round-trip pickup and drop-off that keeps you from wrestling with local transit, and I like the time to wander on your own instead of being stuck in a nonstop lecture.…
One good day here feels like a whole week. You’ll combine Taormina highlights with a proper boat outing to Isola Bella, with live commentary and time for views (and often a swim). I like that it’s structured but not rushed,…
A quick sea escape from Cefalù’s streets. This small-boat cruise lets you view the town from the water, with easy anchor-and-swim stops and a no-fuss aperitivo of snacks and prosecco. One watch-out: there’s no restroom onboard, and the music can…
Palermo’s legends walk right beside its monuments. This 3-hour guided stroll links Teatro Massimo and the Capo market. I especially like the spooky ghost legend tied to Teatro Massimo and the chance to visit Palermo Cathedral, a UNESCO site connected…
Catania to Etna and a river gorge in one day. I like the mix of Mount Etna craters and lava-cave geology with a guided pace, then swapping into easy free time at Alcantara Gorges. I also appreciate the practical setup:…
