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From delicious ricotta-filled cannoli's in Palermo to adrenaline rush adventures up to Mount Etna in Catania, Sicily has something to suit all types of travelers. Whether you are a foodie, an adventurer or a history-lover, a tour through Sicily can help you discover the island's hidden treasures.

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Small Group Tour of Sicily: Highlights (Maximum 8 Guests)

Our tour of Sicily was outstanding. We could not have asked for a better experience. All of the guides we had during our trip were exceptional, knowledgeable, easy to understand, and made us feel very welcome. Tour Radar and Sicily Activities are to be commended for this memorable and enjoyable trip. I will recommend this tour every chance I get. THANKS FOR A GREAT TIME!!

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Small Group Sicily Food & Wine Tour (Maximum 8 Guests)

I can’t say enough good things about our experience in Sicily thanks to Mossimo and his team. Excellent, informative tour guides…Denise, Carlos, Antonio and Sem. The cooking class may have been the highlight, but all of the activities were fun and the pace of the tour, planned activities/free time mix was perfect. Will definitely recommend!

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Splendor of Sicily 8 Days Tour - from Catania

The tour was extremely organized and well run. I can't say enough about the tour guide Placido. He was attentive, interested and interesting. Very patient and helpful with any issues. He handled himself very professionally and was polite at all times. Not to say extremely knowledgable about the history of Sicily in particular and Italy in general. I would highly recommend this tour and especially this tour guide.

New Tour of Sicily from Palermo 10 Days

Very well coordinated.

Best of Sicily - 8 Days (Small Group Tour)

Great tour hotel in taoromina not senior citizen friendly though centrally placed

Sicilian Landscapes: Catania-Catania (8 days/7 nights)

Meals need to be improved, especially dinners. Stop at the mall was waist of time. We were not informed about swimming opportunities so we left our swim attire on the bus.

Explore Southern Sicily

Sometimes I thought the walking pace was too fast considering of the 12 more than half were over the age of 60 or overweight. Our guide Rosanna either wasn't listening to us, or a bit of an authoritarian personality, so she took any light criticism personally. She wasn't as knowledgeable as I hoped.

Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 10 days from Palermo 2024

Good guides and good hotel and meals. Didn't expect my initial group of 30 to swell to 45 a few days later. Such a large number made visiting sites difficult. Didn't have listening devices for the first 3 days. Couldn't hear guides very well. Didn't expect to have to pay entrance fees. Web site should make that clear. Loved the selection of sited we visited.

Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 8 days 2024

We enjoyed ourselves and that is the principal objective in any holiday. Travelling in April meant that the weather was perfect for us - not too hot. The hotels were good - the Mercure in Palermo and the one in Agrigento excellent. Either lunch or dinner was laid on and we're of a high standard. The sites we visited were truly impressive although sometimes a little fleeting. Sicily is a big island so we did spend a lot of time on the coach. Thankfully we had a smart vehicle, Dino the driver was brilliant but the most plaudits have to go to Angelo the tour guide. Angelo was in turns helpful, informative, knowledgeable and great company. He went out of his way on a number of occasions to assist members of our party be it with lost property, illness or other mishaps. The tour was great value and I would strongly recommend.

Absolute Sicily: Palermo - Palermo (10 days/9 nights)

We were not happy with the unscheduled stop at the shopping outlet for 2 hours. We would have much preferred the time to be spent in Cefalu! Everything else was great!

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Sicily and Malta

My Art Collection made our vacation unforgettable. Their attention to detail, knowledgeable guides, and seamless planning ensured a fantastic experience. Highly recommended!

Splendours of Sicily

We were happy with the overall tour itself, very knowedgable and helpful tour guide who did everything to ensure we had the best holiday experience. Irene was the best. We were disappointed with the time it took Tour Radar to confirm our first Hotel destination details so we could organise a transfer. Communication on this was rather poor and not helpful being provided so close to tour commencement date when we were already on the road travelling Italy.

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Charming Sicily Food & Wine Small Group Tour - 8 days

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This tour was the very best experience we have ever had traveling overseas. The booking process was seamless and painless. We felt especially grateful that while the group was limited to 8 participants, it was guaranteed to proceed with 2 people. As it ended up, our trip was just me and my husband and we felt so fortunate to have had the attention of the guides in such a personal way. The guides were all tremendous and I am confident that a larger group would have felt equally tended to. Special thanks to our guides and drivers: Denise, Orazio, Roberto, Carlos, Fabio and Massimo. Part of what was truly evident was how passionate they each were about Sicily and how many of them had connections with people at the restaurants, local businesses and attractions that we went to. We felt like we were in such good hands during the time we were with all of the guides. Each tour and activity was enlightening and educational. The included lunches and other meals were top notch. The opening night walking food and wine tour was a great way to kickoff the trip. There were some others who joined us for that portion, and it was most welcome. I don't think it would have been as much fun for the restaurants and enoteca to have just 2 people and the guide show up, and we knew the rest of the trip we would have individual attention. We felt pampered with our lunches on the Mafia tour, at the winery on Etna, in Marzememi and Agrigento. There was never a feeling of penny-pinching, more plush and like what we would have chosen for ourselves! The selected hotels were excellent! Centrally located, each with a fantastic breakfast spread and fun bar/restaurants. We would happily go back to any of them again and recommend them. We loved the scheduling each day and felt like we had a great mix of free time to explore on our own. Lastly, Graziana was out lifeline while we were traveling. She connected with us daily to check in, and to share the next days plan and name of our guide and where they would meet us. She made dinner reservations for us while we were there and provided recommendations that were helpful. We didn't encounter any issues, but felt that we had a ready ally if needed. Massimo also checked in midtrip, so we truly felt like everyone was interested in us having the best possible trip. I cannot wait to return to Sicily. We have recommended Sicily Activities to many people since our return and would book again in a heartbeat.

The food and guides were great! Hotels were very comfortable. Drivers were excellent!

There was a little confusion at the beginning at the hotel. Lack of communication was unclear. Our guide Irene was excellent and a good problem solver. She looked after us like a mother hen

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Seriously Sicily

• Discover the charming beauty of Italy's Sicily - Caltagirone, Ragusa, Syracuse, Palermo, and Giardini Naxos
• Visit the UNESCO-listed Piazza Armerina and uncover its breathtaking Roman mosaics
• Marvel at Palermo's eclectic mix of architecture and check out its cathedral, Piazza Pretoria, and Cappella Palatina

Includes 9 night's accommodation in Sicily - comprising three nights in Caltagirone, three nights in Palermo, and three nights in Giardini Naxos.

This 10-day Seriously Sicily adventure starts with your flight from the UK to the ancient port city on Sicily's east coast - Catania. With all transfers included; make your way to Caltagirone for a three-night hotel stay and the chance to explore the hilltop town of Ragusa, marvel at the ancient ruins and baroque plazas of Syracuse, and the UNESCO-listed Piazza Amerina.

Next on your trip, continue onwards to reach Palermo where you'll spend three nights in a hotel with the perfect base to discover the sheer beauty of this wonderful place. Enjoy a guided walking tour to notice the Arabic, baroque, and art nouveau architecture, Cathedral, Piazza Pretoria, and Cappella Palatina; before heading to Monreal to see its iconic cathedral - one of the greatest sights of Norman Sicily. You'll also visit the coastal resort of Mondello.

Finally, travel via Cefalu to see the striking cathedral en route to Giardini Naxos, which is backed by the breathtaking Mount Etna. Make the most of a three-night hotel stay and during your time take a tour to discover the ancient port city of Catania and the awe-inspiring Mount Etna, as well as a visit to the Silvestri Craters. Uncover the quirks of the resort town of Taormina and its Greek Theatre with a stroll through Corso Umberto.

On Day 10 you'll transfer back to the airport for your flight back to the UK.

Your exciting Seriously Sicily adventure will begin with your flight from the UK to the ancient port city on Sicily's east coast - Catania. From here transfer to Caltagirone where you'll enjoy a three-night stay at the NH Hotel Caltagirone Villa San Mauro.

Today join a full-day excursion that will drive you into the spectacular baroque south-east of the island, where you'll have the chance to visit baroque Modica and the hilltop town of Ragusa. Rebuilt in two separate parts following the 1693 earthquake; Ragusa offers much to do and see. Take in the grand church of Duomo di San Giorgio with its stained-glass windows and mesmerising paintings. Sweeping views can be appreciated from the Giardino Ibleo, as well as a sprawling public park with churches and beautiful fountains. Don't forget to check out the city's more modern part and the ornate Ragusa Cathedral with its religious art and relics.

Take another full-day excursion today as you head to Syracuse to marvel at its ancient ruins and baroque plazas. During your time, visit the Greek Theatre and the island of Ortygia which is home to the Temple of Apollo and the Cathedral. If there's time; appreciate the central Archaeological Park Neapolis which comprises the Roman Amphitheatre, Teatro Greco, and the Ocrecchio di Dionisio - a limestone cave in the shape of a human ear. Perhaps wander Ortygia market and experience the authentic flavours of Italy.

You'll check out of your hotel today and head to the UNESCO-listed Piazza Armerina, which is famed for its vast and well-preserved Roman mosaics. Continue onwards to Palermo, nestled on the northern coast, and pause on your route for a spot of lunch in Tenuta Geracello. You'll spend three nights at the Hotel Garibaldi.

This morning take a guided walking tour to explore the exotic capital of Palermo. Its fascinating history is reflected in its varied architecture of Arabic, baroque, and art nouveau styles. Be sure to spot the Cathedral, Piazza Pretoria, and Cappella Palatina; before making your way to a 15th-century palace to sample delicious local pastries and the classic limoncello. Later on, continue to Monreale for the chance to see its cathedral - considered one of the best sights of Norman Sicily.

You'll be given the choice whether you'd like to spend the day on an optional excursion that ventures to the summit of Monte Pellegrino and stops by the coastal resort of Mondello. Alternatively, feel free to explore Palmero as you freely as you like. Perhaps sift through Palermo’s jumbled layers of crumbling architecture, along deserted back alleys, then suddenly emerge in the midst of an ebullient street market.

Today you'll travel via Cefalu to notice its striking cathedral en route to Giardini Naxos, which settles itself on an attractive bay backed by Mount Etna. Enjoy your final three nights at the Hellenia Yachting Hotel.

Spend today at leisure or perhaps join in with the optional tour to Cantania. If you're exploring freely today perhaps pay a visit to the historic Castello de Schiso and the 20th-century Santa Maria Immacolata, check out the fascinating Museo E Area Archaeological di Naxos, and follow the nearby sculpture trail inspired by Greek mythology.

Join a fascinating excursion which will take you to visit Mount Etna as well as the Silvestri Craters. Later, enjoy a guided tour of the beautiful resort town of Taormina where you'll have the opportunity to visit a Greek Theatre and take a wander through Corso Umberto.

Finally, today you'll travel to Cantina airport for your return flight to the UK.

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8 things to know before going to Sicily

Mar 1, 2024 • 5 min read

Sicily has a ton of personality and a few unique quirks – here's what you need to know © Jimena Roquero / Stocksy

Sicily is an island of mythic proportions, highly regarded for its natural beauty and the deep well of history it embodies in its ancient archaeological sites and luxe palazzos. A proud triangle, the island has three coastlines and two island chains and is home to the most active volcano in Europe, the indomitable Mount Etna .

In pursuit of claiming my Italian citizenship, I spent five summery months living in the Sicilian heartland, exploring the coast and ruins and immersing myself in the daily life of small-town Sicily. Preceded by its mafia history (both the fictional and the real), it is often misunderstood by visitors coming to the island with Godfather-inspired expectations, but there is a lot more to discover in Sicily beyond the stereotypes.

Here’s what you need to know before visiting.

1. Fly in and out of two different airports

The most efficient way to plan a tour through Sicily is to fly into Palermo and leave from Catania , or vice versa. Palermo and Catania are the island’s two largest cities and are located at opposite ends of the island. Each has its own airport with direct flights to the mainland and other European cities. There is also a small airport in Trapani, on the west coast – ideal if you want to visit the Egadi Islands – but here you’ll only find flights to and from mainland Italian airports.

2. Public transport in Sicily is not for the weak

Traveling by train through Sicily is convenient if you stick to the coasts and plan to travel out of main hubs like Palermo, Messina or Catania. However, the schedules are not always reliable, so you should plan plenty of buffer time into your itinerary if you choose to do Sicily without a car. Many of Sicily’s major destinations, like beachy San Vito Lo Capo and the historical hilltop town of Erice , are inaccessible by train, but you can get there by bus. Forgoing a car rental in Sicily is doable, but your trip will be much easier with a set of wheels.

3. Plan to move around

Sicily’s major attractions are dispersed throughout the island, so you will feel limited if you choose one city as your base for the whole trip. There are so many wonderful towns and islands, beautiful hotels, charming bed-and-breakfasts and a vast array of sights – from the ruins of Agrigento to the volcanoes of the Aeolian Islands , and all the historical villages and sunny vineyards in between. 

4. Understand the real history of the mafia

Sure, you can buy plenty of Godfather merchandise when you get to Sicily, but you will have a deeper appreciation of the reality of the island’s mafia history if you take the time to understand it as a tragic story, not one to be idealized. 

In Palermo, there is a free museum at the No Mafia Memorial , which details the history of organized crime in Sicily and tells the story of Falcone and Borsellino, two heroic judges who were assassinated during the mafia wars of the 1990s. In Corleone – not actually where the movie was filmed – you can also visit CIDMA , a documentation and education center that dives deeper into the saga of the Maxi Trial, a three-year criminal trial that convicted over 300 people involved in organized crime.

5. Italy’s dining dogmas still apply, but one popular breakfast will surprise you

If this isn’t your first time in Italy, you probably already know where Italians stand when it comes to pineapple on pizza, cappuccinos after lunch and chicken in pasta – they will not hear of it. Sicily follows these same rules, but one tradition is likely to delight your inner child: ice cream for breakfast. Italian breakfasts are always sweet, but Sicilians take it to the next level by enjoying either gelato or granita, a type of shaved ice, sandwiched between a fluffy brioche bun first thing in the morning.

6. Sicily’s multicultural history makes it a unique destination

Separated from the mainland by the Strait of Messina, this region of southern Italy has its own cultural identity thanks to its long history of being conquered and influenced by rulers from all over the world. Each culture, from the Greeks and Romans to the Arabs and Crown of Aragon, left its mark in some way. These influences can be found in food – like Sicily's love of couscous – and urban planning and architecture. Whether you’re walking in a city with ancient Greek foundations like Ortigia or delighting in the Baroque streets of Noto , you’ll feel the difference in style but an overall ambiance that is still distinctly Sicilian.

7. You can drink the tap water

Like the rest of Italy, you’ll find many public fountains with free water that is safe to drink unless otherwise marked as “non-potable.” Unless you're advised otherwise, tap water in Sicily is good to drink, but you will find many locals prefer the taste of bottled water. Like elsewhere in Italy and Europe, if you ask for water at a restaurant, they will bring you a bottle and charge you for it. However, if you order an espresso at a cafe bar, it usually comes with a small cup of water on the side to cleanse your palette before you sip.

8. Sicily is the frontier of Europe’s migrant crisis

Ever the crossroads of the Mediterranean, Sicily is one of the main arrival points for refugees seeking asylum in Europe. This is a particularly large issue for the distant Italian island of Lampedusa , which is closer to the coast of Africa than it is to Sicily. The high number of arrivals has at times overwhelmed select areas of Sicily, but in my experience, the effect on the tourism industry has been minimal. Still, it’s wise to educate yourself about these current events before you arrive.

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Location: All Palermo Catania Messina Monreale Agrigento Syracuse Cefalù Taormina Etna Vendicari Noto Ragusa Modica Pantalica & Akrai Piazza Armerina Selinunte & Cave di Cusa Segesta Mozia Solunto & Himera Scicli Morgantina Cave d’Ispica Madonie Mountains Nebrodi Mountains gibellina Erice Trapani marsala

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Cheese, wine and ancient quarries

Sicilian cheese and wine tasting in a unusual and fascinating context: the old tuff stone quarries in the area of Marsala

Street food and culture in Catania

The second largest city on the island after Palermo, Catania has a great many things to boast about: a rich history, a superb…

An introduction to the Mafia phenomenon and the anti-mafia movements in Palermo and beyond

The mafia “wars” have tainted the reputation of Palermo, and during this guided walk, you shall see what efforts are being made today…

Palermo from the sea

Admire the old city from the sea and discover the amazing coast from Palermo to Mondello up to Cape Gallo, on board of an elegant wooden moto yacht

The Florio family

A tour on the Florio family saga (on foot or cycling) through the winding streets and alleys of Palermo, admiring some of the city’s most beautiful Art Nouveau buildings.

Evening Introduction to Syracuse

This short tour spotlights the key monuments of Ortigia, from ancient Greece to Modern times. The itinerary covers the ruins of Apollo’s temple, the oldest temple in the Western Mediterranean, the Fountain Arethusa, which faces the Great Harbour, and the Jewish quarter. This fascinating stroll ends at a local enoteca for a traditional aperitif, a chance to become acquainted with Sicilian wines!

Trapani and Erice: food and culture

A full-day tour in the western side of Sicily, to discover the beautiful seaside town of Trapani, and the medieval Erice, which overlooks the coast, the saltpans and the Egadi Islands from above.

In the Footsteps of Montalbano

On this 5-day itinerary, explore one of Sicily’s most picturesque areas, the Val di Noto, while following in the footsteps of the Inspector Montalbano. On this trip, you will be able to discover where exactly some of the key locations of the series are, while you find yourself in some of the most beautiful baroque towns in Sicily, including Scicli, Noto, Modica, Ragusa-Ibla, and Syracuse.

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Explore Southern Sicily

8 days, catania to palermo.

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If you’ve ever written down “experience the best of Southern Sicily” on some sort of must-do list, this eight-day adventure will let you emphatically check that box. Featuring a Sicilian cooking class, ancient Roman mosaics, pristinely preserved Greek temples, Medieval towns, and so much more, the only thing this tour is missing (for now) is you.

Catania to Palermo

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All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Rating: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 12.

Age requirement: 12+

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Day 1 catania.

Arrive at any time. Tonight, meet your CEO and fellow travellers at the welcome meeting, then opt to head out for dinner and enjoy your first Sicilian meal.

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Day 2 catania/syracuse.

Travel to Syracuse, an enchanting city by the Ionian Sea that was once at the centre of the ancient Greek and Roman worlds. Take a cooking class on arrival and learn how to make Arancini — an iconic Sicilian specialty — to enjoy as a light lunch! Later, explore the old town's baroque piazzas and medieval side streets with a CEO-led orientation walk.

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Day 3 syracuse.

Enjoy a full free day in Syracuse. Opt to visit the impressive Parco Archeologico della Neapolis, or travel to nearby Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage listed city renowned for its baroque architecture built with a unique golden limestone.

Day 4 Syracuse/Agrigento

Travel to the baroque city of Ragusa before heading to the medieval hilltop town of Piazza Armerina. Visit the world's most varied collection of Roman mosaics at Villa Romana del Casale. Known for their incredibly well-preserved state "in situ", or in their original location, observe ancient scenes of hunting, fishing and athletics depicted beautifully in mosaic tile. Continue to Agrigento.

Day 5 Agrigento/Trapani

Take a guided tour of the Valley of the Temples, one of Sicily's best-known attractions. Learn the history of this magnificent site as you explore the ruins of its seven temples, nestled on a ridge below Agrigento. Continue to Trapani, stopping en route in Marsala to see some of Europe's oldest salt marshes.

Day 6 Trapani

Enjoy a free day to explore the charms of Trapani and its nearby towns. Opt to cruise the idyllic Egadi Islands, spend the day hiking at a nature reserve filled with local flora and fauna, or hop on a funicular to explore the walled town of Erice.

Day 7 Trapani/Palermo

Travel to Monreale to visit the 11th century Monreale Cathedral, intricately decorated with thousands of gold mosaic tiles. Admire panoramic views of the Conca d'Oro (Golden Valley) and the Tyrrhenian Sea. Continue to Palermo and enjoy a CEO-led orientation walk upon arrival.

Day 8 Palermo

Depart at any time.

What's Included

• Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
• Your Hands-On Moment: Arancini Cooking Class, Syracuse
• Orientation walks in Syracuse and Palermo
• Visit to Ragusa
• Villa Romana del Casale Visit
• Valley of the Temples Guided Tour
• Monreale Cathedral Visit

Accommodations

Hotels (7 nts).

7 breakfasts, 1 lunch Allow USD280-365 for meals not included.

Transportation

Private vehicle, walking.

Staff & experts

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Make it a private tour

Book this tour as a private departure, with your own CEO and all the benefits of a G Adventures group tour.