Budget Tours & Trips to Sicily
Have you imagined exploring Monreale's Norman Cathedral, strolling through medieval Cefalù, or ascending Europe's highest volcano Mt. Etna? Discover Syracuse's Greek Theatre, taste Marsala wine at Florio Cellars. From Norman architecture through active volcano to Greek ruins to fortified wine, Sicily layers 3,000 years of civilizations, each leaving architectural and culinary marks still visible and delicious today.
10 best cheap Sicily tour packages
Compiled by
NinaSicily travel expert at TourRadar
- Classical Sicily - 8 Days
- 4 Day Self Guided Palermo, Italy
- 5 Days in Italy From Palermo to Taormina
- 8 Days Tour in Catania, Syracuse, Etna, Marsala and Palermo.
- Sicilian Adventure: Catania to Palermo - 6 Days
- Best of Sicily Catania to Taormina - 10 Days
- Best of Sicily: Catania, Agrigento, Taormina, Syracuse & Palermo - 10 Days
- 6 Days Tour in Italy from Catania to Palermo.
- 9 Days Palermo to Aeolian Islands.
- 7 Days Italy Sicilian Tour.
Classical Sicily - 8 Days
“Loved the places we visited and detailed information.”
Robbie, traveled in May
This Sicilian adventure costs approx. $330 per day, featuring 4-star hotels like Il Principe in Catania. The package offers 7 breakfasts, 5 restaurant lunches, and tastings at Sabadì chocolate makers and Florio wine cellars. Tours cover UNESCO sites from Syracuse to Mount Etna.
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Marsala, Palermo, MonrealeSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Price Per Day $214 Operator Click Tours From $2,670
36% Off- US$1,709
This budget 4-day trip has 3 nights at Tonic Hotel with breakfast, transfers, health insurance, and 3GB mobile data for around $150 daily. Use hop-on hop-off buses to see Teatro Massimo, Zisa Castle, and La Kalsa, then get discounted entry to Gallery of Modern Art and Teatro Biondo before trying sfincione pizza.
Duration 4 days Destinations Palermo Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $120 Operator STM Tours LLC From $741
35% Off- US$482
The five-day cultural tour costs approx. $230 per day, featuring 4-star superior rooms in Palermo and Catania. Private transfers, daily breakfast, and local tastings - from traditional granita to Mount Etna honey included.
Duration 5 days Destinations Palermo, Monreale, Cefalu, Catania, Taormina Age Range Ages 18+ Price Per Day $309 Operator Remaz Tours GmbH From
35% Off- US$1,547
Seven nights of luxury await in 4-star superior rooms across Sicily's finest cities. Daily breakfast, 5 lunches, tastings from Modica chocolate to Marsala wine, and transfers between Syracuse, Ragusa, Agrigento, and Palermo included.
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Ragusa, Marsala, Monreale, Cefalu, Mount Etna Age Range Ages 18+ Price Per Day $277 Operator Remaz Tours GmbH From
35% Off- US$2,218
Your Sicilian escape costs approx. $350 per day, with luxury stays at Romano House in Catania and Mercure Palermo Centro. Daily breakfast, select meals, UNESCO site tours, and tastings at Sabadè chocolate makers and Florio wine cellars included.
Duration 6 days Destinations Catania, Aci Trezza, Syracuse, Island of Ortigia, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, MarsalaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Price Per Day $236 Operator Click Tours From $2,215
36% Off- US$1,418
Best of Sicily Catania to Taormina - 10 Days
“Well organised tour, Angela is a great guide.”
Andrea, traveled in November
This comprehensive tour costs approx. $400 per day with 4-star hotels including Il Principe Catania and Villa Diodoro Taormina. Enjoy 19 meals, tastings at Sabadì chocolate makers and Florio wine cellars, plus Mount Etna and UNESCO site tours.
Duration 10 days Destinations Catania, Aci Trezza, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Marsala, PalermoSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Price Per Day $270 Operator Click Tours From $4,220
36% Off- US$2,701
At around $220 daily, you'll check out Sicily's UNESCO sites like Valley of Temples, Monreale's Norman Cathedral, and Villa Romana del Casale. Stay at 4-star spots like Mercure Palermo Centro and Il Principe Hotel in Catania's center, then try honey at an Etna bee farm, Sabadè chocolate, and wine at Florio Cellars.
Duration 10 days Destinations Palermo, Monreale, Cefalu, Catania, Taormina, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Piazza ArmerinaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Price Per Day $223 Operator Click Tours From $3,490
36% Off- US$2,234
A Sicilian odyssey for approx. $240 per day includes 4-star hotels in Catania, Ragusa, Agrigento, and Palermo. Visit Valley of Temples and Syracuse's archaeological park, with local tastings from Modica chocolate to Marsala wine.
Duration 6 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Ragusa, Marsala, Monreale, Palermo Age Range Ages 18+ Price Per Day $308 Operator Remaz Tours GmbH From
36% Off- US$1,850
The island's magic unfolds for around $2,300 with 4-star stays in Palermo, Catania, and Lipari. Boat trips to Panarea and Stromboli, access to Aeolian Islands, and tours of Mount Etna's Crateri Silvestri included.
Duration 9 days Destinations Palermo, Monreale, Cefalu, Mount Etna, Catania, Salina, Panarea Island, Milazzo Age Range Ages 18+ Price Per Day $355 Operator Remaz Tours GmbH From
36% Off- US$3,198
Sicilian heritage unfolds at approx. $150 daily, with 4-star hotels in Palermo, Agrigento, and Taormina. Visit UNESCO sites like Valley of Temples and Villa Romana del Casale. Daily breakfast, 6 dinners, and English-speaking guides included.
Duration 7 days Destinations Palermo, Erice, Marsala, Agrigento, Piazza Armerina, Ragusa, Noto, Syracuse, Taormina, Mount Etna Age Range Ages 18+ Price Per Day $423 Operator Remaz Tours GmbH From
36% Off- US$2,965
What our customers ask about Budget Tours & Trips to Sicily
What are the most budget-friendly areas to stay in Sicily Islands?
For travelers watching their budget areas like Catania and Palermo's city centers offer excellent value. In Catania Il Principe Hotel provides comfortable rooms at reasonable rates while Mercure Palermo Centro offers similar value in Palermo. The smaller cities of Ragusa and Agrigento have well-priced options such as Mediterraneo Palace Hotel and Baia di Ulisse Wellness & SPA. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The hotels were all centrally located making it easy to explore independently and find affordable local restaurants nearby."
When is the most affordable time to visit Sicily Islands?
Smart travelers can find better deals by visiting from March to early June or September to November. These periods offer pleasant weather and lower prices for accommodations and activities. Mount Etna tours and visits to coastal spots like Taormina cost less and have fewer tourists during these months. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Visiting in April meant perfect weather for sightseeing and much better rates than summer months."
What are the typical entrance fees for attractions in Sicily Islands?
Key sites have reasonable entry fees. The Valley of the Temples in Agrigento costs USD 12 while both the Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina and Greek Theater in Taormina charge USD 10. Budget travelers should set aside USD 50-75 for additional sites though many tours include main entrance fees. One TourRadar traveler mentioned: "Having most entrance fees included in the tour price made it easier to plan our budget."
Are there any free attractions or activities included in budget tours?
Budget-conscious travelers will find many no-cost activities in tour packages. These often include walking tours through historic areas like Ortigia in Syracuse and Ragusa Ibla plus visits to public spaces such as Pretoria Square in Palermo. Many tours add value with free food experiences like honey tastings at Etna and chocolate sampling in Modica. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The included walking tours and food tastings added great value to the experience."
How much should I budget for optional activities not included in the tour?
Plan to spend USD 100-150 for extra activities. Popular options include wine tasting sessions in Marsala for USD 25 cooking workshops in Palermo at USD 50 and boat excursions around Taormina costing USD 40. A TourRadar traveler advised: "Budgeting around USD 120 for extra activities allowed us to enjoy additional experiences while keeping costs reasonable."
What's typically included in meal plans for budget Sicily Islands tours?
Most budget tours cover daily breakfast and select group dinners. The 5-day Palermo to Taormina tour shows this standard offering breakfast daily and two dinners at places like Il Principe in Catania. Lunch stops at local restaurants typically cost USD 15-20 for set menus. Tours often include food experiences such as honey tasting at Mount Etna and granita sampling in Catania's historic district. One TourRadar traveler shared: "Breakfasts were substantial with local specialties while included dinners featured traditional Sicilian dishes."