SICILY
611 Tours Reviewed
A volcano day beats a beach day, especially here. You’ll move from Catania’s waterfront views to Etna’s craters and lava scenery, then finish at the Alcantara basalt gorges carved by ancient eruptions. What I like most is how the small…
A boat day in Sicily can be perfect or frustrating. This private trip from Giardini Naxos pairs English-speaking crew with standout sea time at Isola Bella and the Blue Grotto. The big watch-out: when wind and weather get cranky, you…
Catania has a way of pulling you in fast. This private, 7 to 8 hour day pairs Catania’s lava-shaped old town with the Riviera dei Ciclopi coast, plus a real underground-water stop tied to the 1669 eruptions. I especially liked…
Etna at sunset turns a volcano visit into pure movie-scene energy. You get expert nature-guides, plus guided walks that focus on what Etna is doing now, what it has done before, and how locals live with it. I especially liked…
Caves, swim breaks, and island time. This Marettimo Sea Caves boat tour gives you a rare look at the Aegadian Islands, with stops made for crystal-clear water and cave sightings. You’ll head out from Trapani, circle Marettimo, and finish with…
Two icons, one long volcano day. This Etna and Taormina tour packs Mt. Etna sights and Taormina views into an 8½-hour day from Catania, with direct transport and an Etna guide. I like that you get the core volcano context…
Small boats make the Sicilian coast feel personal. This San Vito lo Capo boat tour mixes the Zingaro Reserve with classic Scopello views, plus real swim and snorkel time. The crew runs it with a calm, friendly rhythm you can…
Crystal water beats the Sicilian heat. This full-day Egadi Islands trip uses a small, fast inflatable boat to bounce you between coves and sea caves at an easygoing pace, with plenty of swim time. It is the kind of day…
Syracuse by boat feels like a secret show. This private cruise takes you past Castello Maniace and through the sea caves, with time to swim and an aperitivo-style spread onboard. I love the homemade products paired with full drinks, and…
One hour, and you’re floating off Sicily’s postcard. This private boat tour from Ortigia mixes water views with caves and tales, guided in English by Ninno—plus plenty of laughs for families. It’s the kind of trip that feels easy, not…
Three hours can feel like the whole coast. This Taormina boat excursion, led by Francesco, pairs onboard storytelling with real swimming time, plus snorkeling gear for a peek at the seafloor. I especially liked the cave legends and the chance…
Stone stops being museum-smooth. This private Palermo trip pairs Cave di Cusa (quarries frozen mid-extraction) with Selinunte’s huge Greek ruins, so you see both the making of temple stone and the city it served. I also like the practical hotel/port…
Etna feels unreal, even in daylight. This private tour pairs Mount Etna with the Alcantara Gorges, so you go from volcanic origins to a canyon carved from the rock itself. You’ll follow walking routes that focus on the major 1669…
Palermo tastes best at market level. This street food tour links the historic alleys of Palermo to two famous markets—Ballarò and Vucciria—with a local leader guiding you between snack stops and photo-worthy sights like the Cathedral area. I like how…
One morning, three Sicilian moods. This private outing strings together Castelmola’s sea-and-Etna views, Taormina’s classic town stroll, and a quick hit of Messina—all starting from the Messina Passenger Terminal around 9:00am. It’s a focused way to see the highlights without…
