Sicily Small Group Tours
Explore Palermo's street food markets, ascend Mount Etna to taste volcanic wines, and tour the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento. Visit Syracuse's ancient Neapolis Park, stroll through baroque Noto, and discover Godfather filming locations in Savoca. Learn to cook Sicilian dishes in countryside villas and taste Modica's famous chocolate.
10 best Sicily small group tours
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MelissaSicily travel expert at TourRadar
- Charming Sicily Food & Wine Small Group Tour - 8 days
- Small Group Sicilian Secrets Premium Collection - Unique Tour of Sicily (maximum 14 pax, mono English)
- 7 Day Classic Sicily Small Group Tour
- Private Tour of Sicily from Palermo to Palermo
- Sicily Food & Wine
- New Tour The Best of Sicily & Malta - 11 Days
- Classical Sicily
- Sicilian Adventure: Volcanoes, Sea and Hidden Treasures
- Sicily All Year Round – A Quick Escape Worth Taking
- Premium Sicily
Charming Sicily Food & Wine Small Group Tour - 8 days
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Amazing trip and beyond my expectations! The cooking class, food tours and vineyard visits were all highlights.”
Nancy, traveled in May
Groups of 12 travelers savor intimate meals at Sicilian family trattorias and local markets. The select number allows exclusive access to Mount Etna's boutique wineries and hands-on cooking classes in Taormina. Eight-seat Mercedes minivans provide comfortable transport through Syracuse and Marzamemi.
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Taormina, Mount Etna, Noto, Marzamemi, Syracuse, Island of Ortigia, Palermo Age Range Ages 11+ Group Size Max Group Size 8 Group Type Group Operator Click Tours From $4,680
36% Off- US$2,995You save $1,685
Small Group Sicilian Secrets Premium Collection - Unique Tour of Sicily (maximum 14 pax, mono English)
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
Travel through Sicily with a small group capped at 14 people aged 40+, riding up Mount Etna's volcanic slopes in a Land Rover Discovery and stopping at Bar Vitelli in Savoca for authentic local flavor. Small group size means you'll get personalized attention during cooking classes at a private villa near Giarre and special access to the historic Duca di Salaparuta winery in Casteldaccia. Stay in carefully selected accommodations across Taormina, Ortigia, and Palermo throughout this tour that offers intimate Sicilian connections larger groups can't provide.
Duration 9 days Destinations Taormina, Mount Etna, Savoca, Forza d'Agro, Giarre, Island of Ortigia, Noto, Marzamemi, Agrigento, PalermoSee all destinations Age Range Ages 40+ Group Size Max Group Size 14 Group Type Group Operator Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl From
36% Off- US$4,992
Small groups delve into Sicily's treasures, spending quality time at the Valley of Temples and Scala dei Turchi. Expert guides illuminate Syracuse's Neapolis Park and Taormina's Greco-Roman Theater, while private transfers ensure smooth transitions between sites.
Duration 7 days Destinations Palermo, Agrigento, Syracuse, Taormina Age Range Ages 12+ Group Size Max Group Size 14 Group Type Group Operator Firebird Tours From
36% Off- US$3,888
Private Tour of Sicily from Palermo to Palermo
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The whole trip work like clockwork. Every day, our drivers and guides met us punctually.”
Sophie, traveled in April
Private tours allow flexible visits to Sicily's gems, from Palermo's Arab-Norman Cathedral to Mount Etna's Sylvester Craters. Guides provide exclusive access to Taormina's Greek theater and Modica's chocolate crafting, with luxury accommodations at Villa Itria and Palazzo Sitano.
Duration 8 days Destinations Palermo, Cefalu, Piazza Armerina, Catania, Mount Etna, Taormina, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, ModicaSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 2 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Soleto Travel From $3,848
20% Off- US$3,078You save $770
Sicily Food & Wine
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip was so much fun and educational!”
Rebecca, traveled in September
Groups of 8-16 travelers, aged 30+, sample Sicily's flavors through exclusive visits to family farms near Ragusa and personalized Erice cooking classes. The intimate setting ensures quality time at Marsala wineries and authentic moments at Palermo's historic markets.
Duration 8 days Destinations Palermo, Trapani, Marsala, Agrigento, Ragusa, Noto, Syracuse, Mount Etna, Taormina, Catania Age Range Ages 16+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $3,523
5% Off- US$3,345You save $178
New Tour The Best of Sicily & Malta - 11 Days
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“His local knowledge is unbelievable and always interesting. It's a medium/fast-paced tour with lots of walking.”
Narelle, traveled in September
Groups up to 42 visitors tour key sites like Syracuse's Archaeological Park and Noto's Baroque center. April-October tours feature English-speaking guides, with stays at Hotel I Malavoglia in Aci Trezza, offering seaside breaks between cultural visits.
Duration 11 days Destinations Catania, Monreale, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Marsala, PalermoSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 35 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Soleto Travel From $3,485
20% Off- US$2,788You save $697
Classical Sicily
52 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I particularly enjoyed wandering around Erica with my friend and going down the side streets to see the glorious views.”
Dominique, traveled in April
Groups of 16 receive personal attention at Sicily's iconic sites. Visitors gain special access to Villa Romana del Casale's mosaics and Mount Etna's slopes, while enjoying authentic experiences in medieval Erice and intimate dinners in family-run Piazza Amerina restaurants.
Duration 8 days Destinations Syracuse, Island of Ortigia, Casignana, Segesta, Palermo, Cefalu, Giardini Naxos, Mount Etna, Taormina Age Range Ages 16+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Operator Explore! From $2,890
20% Off- US$2,310You save $580
This private tour takes 2 to 4 travelers and includes a rental car so you can move around Sicily on your own schedule. Mount Etna's craters, Taormina's coastal areas, and Syracuse's ancient ruins are all accessible at your preferred pace, with options for spontaneous stops like Minareto Beach or Catania Social Club for pistachio pasta. The small group size means personalized time at spots like Isola Bella and sunset walks through Palermo's Quattro Canti. You'll have complete control over how long you spend at each location without the constraints of a larger tour group.
Duration 5 days Destinations Catania, Mount Etna, Taormina, Isola Bella, Syracuse, Palermo, San Giovanni la Punta Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 4 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Worldee From
20% Off- US$255
Fifteen travelers share intimate Sicilian experiences, from cooking classes in Palermo to special access at Agrigento's Valley of the Temples. The small group ensures personal attention during Modica chocolate tastings and comfortable visits to Siracusa's ancient ruins.
Duration 10 days Destinations Palermo, Marsala, Agrigento, Syracuse, Catania Age Range Ages 15+ Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator Intrepid Premium From
20% Off- US$6,395
Reviews of Small Group tours to Sicily
- Private Tour of Sicily from Palermo to Palermo
Perfect all round from the pickup at the airport to the structure, timing, hotels. All were great. Our driver for the days on the road was exceptional, very accommodating and organised.
- New Tour The Best of Sicily & Malta - 11 Days
Tour guide Placido was the best. His local knowledge is unbelievable and always interesting. Just enough time to explore and eat, we fitted in a lot It's a medium/fast-paced tour with lots of walking. August was very hot. It suits single travellers too. A great tour. Not perfect but no tour ever is. I highly recommend Soleto Travel for their attention to detail and quick responses to my needs.
- Classical Sicily
Great trip in small minibus around this wonderful island and the numerous sites of Sicily in October. Good food, company, historical sites, Etna climb, swimming and perfect weather made it busy but we had our excellent guide Yvonne to lead us. Recommended, but don’t expect posh hotels!
What our customers ask about Sicily Small Group Tours
What is the ideal duration for a small group tour in Sicily?
A 7-10 day itinerary hits the sweet spot for small group tours in Sicily giving travelers time to explore key destinations without feeling rushed. Tour options like the Sicily Food Adventure and Western Sicily on Foot (both 8 days) strike a balance between structured activities and personal exploration. One TourRadar traveler noted: "Eight days was perfect - enough time to bond with our small group while seeing all the highlights from Taormina to Palermo."
What type of accommodations can I expect on a small group tour in Sicily?
Accommodations focus on 4-star boutique hotels and traditional agriturismos that showcase Sicilian hospitality. The NH Hotel in Catania puts guests in the heart of the city while Agriturismo Tenuta Arangio near Marzamemi offers a rustic farm stay experience complete with swimming pool. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "All the hotels were fantastic especially the Baglio della Luna in Agrigento and the Politeama in Palermo offering the perfect blend of comfort and local character."
What unique experiences are available on small group tours in Sicily Islands?
Small groups get access to experiences like home-based cooking classes in Erice private wine tastings at Mount Etna's family vineyards and guided walks through Zingaro Nature Reserve. Accommodation includes stays at the 4-star Villa Ducale in Taormina and Monaci Delle Terre Nere on Mount Etna. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "The tour provided access to hidden spots and authentic experiences that would be virtually impossible to come by on your own."
What is the typical daily schedule like on a small group tour of Sicily?
Days blend guided activities with independent exploration. Mornings often feature visits to landmarks like Taormina's Greek Theater or Agrigento's Temple Valley followed by lunch at local spots such as Mount Etna's wineries. Afternoons mix cultural activities with free time while evenings are typically unscheduled. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The balance between organized activities and free time was perfect allowing us to really experience Sicilian culture at our own pace."
How does dining work on small group Sicily tours?
The intimate group size allows access to family-run trattorias and local restaurants that can't fit larger tours. Groups dine at authentic spots in places like Ortygia Syracuse and enjoy home-cooked meals at establishments like La Stragola near Nicosia. As noted by a TourRadar traveler "The intimate group size meant we could eat at tiny local restaurants and have wonderful conversations with the owners."
What is the best time of year for small group tours in Sicily?
Spring (April-June) and fall (September-October) offer the best conditions with mild temperatures and fewer tourists at major sites like Taormina's Greek Theater and the Valley of Temples. Hotels like the Ariston in Taormina have better availability during these seasons. A TourRadar traveler shared: "We went in May and had perfect weather for exploring plus our small group could easily get into popular restaurants and attractions without the summer crowds."
How does the pricing compare between small and large group tours in Sicily?
Small group tours cost between $145-850 per day while large group tours range from $100-200 daily. The premium reflects boutique accommodations like Hotel Villa Ducale specialized experiences and dedicated guides. A TourRadar traveler noted: "While slightly more expensive than large group tours the value was excellent given the intimate experiences and high quality of accommodations and guides."