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Luxury Private Tour of Sicily: Highlights

8 days
From Catania to Palermo
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Catania to Taormina

    Start point
    Catania, Italy (Arrival transfer from Catania–Fontanarossa Airport)
    Accommodation

    Included Activities

    • Taormina Walking Tour with local guide covering culture, architecture, history and Sicilian traditions
    • Visit to Greek Theatre
    Landmarks
    Greek Theatre
    Taormina
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  2. Day 2

    Taormina

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Typical seasonal food on extraordinary terrace)
    Accommodation

    Included Activities

    • Half-day Godfather vs Mafia Tour to Savoca and Forza d'Agro villages
    • Aperitif at Vitelli bar
    • Lunch with typical seasonal food on terrace

    Optional Activities

    • Beach relaxation
    • Evening exploration of Taormina
    Landmarks
    Savoca
    Forza d'Agro
    Vitelli Bar
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  3. Day 3

    Mount Etna

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Light lunch at Etna winery with wine tasting)
    Accommodation

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Refuge Sapienza base camp at 1,900 meters
    • View of extinct Silvestri craters
    • Free time to walk on old lava flows
    • Guided winery visit and estate tour
    • Wine tasting with at least 5 wines paired with cold appetizers and light lunch

    Optional Activities

    • Cable car and Jeep ascent to 3,000 meters to main authorized craters area with English-speaking Alpine Guide
    Landmarks
    Mount Etna
    Refuge Sapienza
    Silvestri Craters
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  4. Day 4

    Taormina to Syracuse

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Fresh lunch at family taverna)
    Accommodation

    Included Activities

    • Noto Walking Tour with local guide
    • Taste of Modica chocolate
    • Sicilian gelato tasting
    • Fresh lunch at family taverna

    Optional Activities

    • Evening exploration of Syracuse
    Landmarks
    Noto
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  5. Day 5

    Syracuse

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation

    Included Activities

    • 2-hour guided walking tour of Ortigia
    • Apollo Temple visit
    • Jewish district exploration
    • Duomo Square visit with Duomo and Church of St. Lucy

    Optional Activities

    • Free afternoon and evening exploration of Syracuse
    Landmarks
    Apollo Temple
    Via Cavour
    Archimede Fountain
    Duomo Square
    Syracuse Cathedral
    Church of St. Lucy
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  6. Day 6

    Syracuse to Palermo

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Fresh seasonal lunch at local taverna)
    Accommodation

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit of Temple Valley (2 hours)
    • Fresh seasonal lunch at local taverna

    Optional Activities

    • Evening exploration of Palermo
    Landmarks
    Temple Valley
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  7. Day 7

    Palermo

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation

    Included Activities

    • 3-hour guided walking tour of Palermo
    • Teatro Massimo visit
    • Cathedral visit
    • 4 Canti visit
    • Piazza Pretoria visit
    • Martorana Church visit

    Optional Activities

    • Evening exploration of Palermo
    Landmarks
    Teatro Massimo
    Palermo Cathedral
    4 Canti
    Piazza Pretoria
    Martorana Church
  8. Day 8

    Departure from Palermo

    End point
    Palermo, Italy (Departure transfer to Falcone Borsellino Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast
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4.9
Overall rating based on 21 Reviews
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    4.9
  • Transport
    4.8
  • Guide
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    4.7
  • Food
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  • J
    March 13th, 2026
    5.0
    I was struck by the attention to detail even in a simple and friendly context.
    Traveled in March 2026
  • N
    October 13th, 2024
    4.0
    Every tour was on but a bit more superficial than expected
    Traveled in September 2024
  • D
    October 10th, 2024
    5.0
    Overall a well-orchestrated introduction to this marvelous place.
    Traveled in October 2024
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    Thanks a lot Donald for Your nice review :))
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  • L
    October 8th, 2024
    5.0
    This tour was as close to perfect as possible. The tour guides were knowledgeable and personable; the logistics of...
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  • R
    May 13th, 2024
    5.0
    Trip to Sicily was amazing. Had a wonderful time. A trip of my dreams to take our adult kids to see where my 4...
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    Traveled in April 2024
  • P
    October 11th, 2023
    5.0
    Loved Sicily and we were well looked after by Sicily Activities. I would recommend them without hesitation. Paul...
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    Traveled in October 2023
  • Luxury Private Tour of Sicily: Highlights reviewer 7
    June 27th, 2023
    5.0
    Amazingly organized planned and delivered trip. Our first trip to Sicily we wished to see as much as comfortably...
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    Traveled in June 2023
  • B
    April 8th, 2023
    5.0
    This is an amazing tour made most enjoyable by the complete professionalism and commitment of the operator to provide...
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    Traveled in March 2023
  • M
    November 3rd, 2022
    5.0
    Sicily is a wonderful place blessed with natural beauty, a rich culture and history. What really brings it alive is...
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    Traveled in October 2022
  • Luxury Private Tour of Sicily: Highlights reviewer 10
    September 9th, 2022
    5.0
    This tour could not have been easier! Every single tour guide and driver showed up where they were supposed to be...
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    Traveled in August 2022

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    Mees

    Asked on March 17th, 2025

    What is the cancellation policy for the tour?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten March 2025

      Full refund is available until one month before the tour; 50% refund from twenty days prior.

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    Richard

    Asked on February 20th, 2025

    Will airport transfers be arranged for us?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, private transfers from/to the airport are included.

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    Dennis

    Asked on January 9th, 2025

    Can we make partial payments for the tour?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten January 2025

      Yes, partial deposits are allowed, with the balance due before the tour.

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    Caroline

    Asked on October 16th, 2024

    What are the check-in procedures if the guide is not available?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten October 2024

      You'll need to check in and out as per your booking under your name.

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    Margaret

    Asked on October 8th, 2024

    Can we decide between locations on the last day?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten October 2024

      Yes, but note that the new itinerary includes a visit to Mount Etna on that day.

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    Fred

    Asked on August 12th, 2024

    What is the suggested means of transport back to the airport?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten August 2024

      The bus is a cost-effective option to reach Catania.

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    Björn

    Asked on June 11th, 2024

    Are hotel rooms prepaid?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten June 2024

      Yes, the rooms are already paid and reserved.

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    Jean

    Asked on May 24th, 2024

    Do all the hotels offer air conditioning and elevators?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten May 2024

      Yes, all the hotels have air conditioning and elevators.

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    Arnaud

    Asked on March 2nd, 2024

    What should we do if we have additional travelers joining later?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten March 2024

      You can notify us about additional guests up to two months before the trip.

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    Samen

    Asked on January 8th, 2024

    How do we check in at the hotel upon arrival?

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      Everything will be booked under your name, just show your ID.

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    • For any tour departing before May 30th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 30th, 2026, a minimum payment of 5% is required to confirm your booking with Sicily Activities. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 45 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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