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Sicily Explorer: 11 Days from Palermo to Palermo, Self-Drive

11 days
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Palermo

    Start point
    Aeroporto Palermo Boccadifalco (LICP), Piazza Pietro Micca, Palermo, Palermo 90135, Italy (Car pick up at Palermo Airport)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel NH Palermo)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Capella Palatina, a Norman chapel with Arab and Byzantine-influenced mosaics
    • Visit Palermo Cathedral, an amalgam of Roman, Byzantine, and Islamic architectural styles
    • Tour La Martorana Church, known for its remarkable mosaics
    Landmarks
    Capella Palatina
    Palermo Cathedral
    La Martorana Church
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  2. Day 2

    Palermo to Taormina

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Villa Angela)

    Optional Activities

    • Walking tour of Taormina town
    • Visit the Greek Theatre
    • Explore the ancient Roman Odeon
    • Visit Piazza IX Aprile for breathtaking views
    • Admire the Duomo
    • Taste granita with brioche at a historic bar
    Landmarks
    Greek Theatre of Taormina
    Roman Odeon
    Piazza IX Aprile
    Taormina Duomo
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  3. Day 3

    Taormina - Mount Etna - Taormina

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Villa Angela)

    Optional Activities

    • Self-guided walking trails up Mount Etna from Rifugio Sapienza or Piano Provenzana
    • Visit Etna Park Visitor Center in Nicolosi to explore interactive exhibits
    • Hiking through pine forests on the lower slopes of Mount Etna
    • Wine tastings and tours at local Mount Etna wineries
    • Lunch with Sicilian specialties in the countryside
    Landmarks
    Mount Etna
    Rifugio Sapienza
    Piano Provenzana
    Etna Park Visitor Center
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 4

    Taormina to Syracuse

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Una One)

    Optional Activities

    • Exploration of Ortigia historic island
    • Visit Piazza del Duomo
    • Tour Syracuse Cathedral built over Greek temple ruins
    • Visit Fountain of Arethusa
    • Walk along the waterfront promenade
    • Visit Temple of Apollo
    • Browse local markets and sample Sicilian delicacies
    Landmarks
    Piazza del Duomo
    Syracuse Cathedral
    Fountain of Arethusa
    Temple of Apollo
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  5. Day 5

    Syracuse

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Una One)

    Optional Activities

    • Spend time at Fontane Bianche beach with white sand and crystalline water
    • Visit Arenella beach with white sand and crystalline water
    • Visit Marzamemi fishing village for sunset
    • Enjoy aperitif or dinner at Marzamemi with views of the Ionian Sea
    Landmarks
    Fontane Bianche Beach
    Arenella Beach
    Marzamemi
  6. Day 6

    Syracuse to Noto

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Villa Favorita)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Noto Cathedral, an 18th-century Baroque structure
    • Tour Palazzo Ducezio (town hall) and see the Hall of Mirrors
    • Explore Baroque palaces, churches, and balconies throughout the city
    • Visit Porta Reale ceremonial entrance
    • Stroll Corso Vittorio Emanuele
    • Taste granita or almond pastries at local cafés
    Landmarks
    Noto Cathedral
    Palazzo Ducezio
    Porta Reale
    Corso Vittorio Emanuele
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 7

    Noto - Ragusa - Modica - Noto

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Villa Favorita)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Ragusa Ibla historic district with atmospheric streets and grand mansions
    • Visit Duomo di San Giorgio in Ragusa
    • Enjoy scenic viewpoints and panoramic views of Modica
    • Descend staircases to Corso Umberto I in Modica
    • Visit historic chocolatiers in Modica for tastings and demonstrations
    • Learn about Modica's centuries-old Aztec-inspired chocolate-making technique
    Landmarks
    Ragusa Ibla
    Duomo di San Giorgio
    Piazza Duomo
    Modica
    Corso Umberto I
    Itinerary Image 1
  8. Day 8

    Noto to Agrigento

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Baglio della Luna), Hotel (Scala dei Turchi Resort)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Valley of the Temples UNESCO World Heritage Site
    • Walk and explore ancient Greek ruins of former city of Akragas
    • Visit Temple of Juno with stunning landscape views
    • Explore the grid of ancient streets
    • View five Doric temples
    • Tour Temple of Concordia with intact colonnade
    • View sanctuaries, altars, and ancient city walls
    • Use audio guide or guidebook to enhance archaeological visit
    Landmarks
    Valley of the Temples
    Temple of Juno
    Temple of Concordia
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 9

    Agrigento

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Baglio della Luna), Hotel (Scala dei Turchi Resort)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Scala dei Turchi white limestone cliffs
    • Relax on beach near Scala dei Turchi
    • Climb natural steps at Scala dei Turchi for panoramic coastal views
    • Explore Marsala historic center and Piazza della Repubblica
    • Sample Marsala wine at a local enoteca
    • Stroll through Trapani's picturesque old town
    • Visit Baroque churches in Trapani
    • Walk along Trapani's scenic waterfront
    • Visit Salt Pans of Trapani and Paceco and see traditional salt harvesting methods
    • Explore the medieval town of Erice
    • Tour Castello di Venere in Erice
    • Taste traditional almond pastries at Erice pastry shops
    Landmarks
    Scala dei Turchi
    Marsala
    Piazza della Repubblica
    Trapani
    Salt Pans of Trapani and Paceco
    Erice
    Castello di Venere
  10. Day 10

    Agrigento to Palermo

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel NH Palermo)
  11. Day 11

    Palermo - Departure

    End point
    Aeroporto Palermo Boccadifalco (LICP), Piazza Pietro Micca, Palermo, Palermo 90135, Italy (Car drop off at Palermo Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • Transport
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  • Guide
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  • Accommodation
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  • K
    May 17th, 2026
    All accommodations were excellent and located close to all the sites and town centres. Breakfasts were very good and...
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    Traveled in April 2026
    Reply from: TUI Italia
    Ciao Karen, thank you very much for your review. I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed your trip. Sicily is a beautiful land, and I’m pleased that you discovered it on the road — it’s the best way to experience it. Please consider that we always try to provide the best possible service to our guests. We hope to have you as our guests again in the future, and we wish you all the best. Yvonne Tui Italia Team
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  • G
    July 1st, 2024
    The Sicily Self Drive tour is simply marvellous! It’s like having your own little Italian adventure, but with the...
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    Traveled in May 2024
    Reply from: TUI Italia
    Thank you for your feedback. I am so glad that your tour reflected what you booked for: a self-driver trip is the best way to discover a land, Sicily region is one of the best place in Italy, good choice and all the best!
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  • A
    July 1st, 2024
    The Sicily Self Drive tour is a total blast! You get to roll at your own pace and really dig into the heart of...
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    Traveled in May 2024
    Reply from: TUI Italia
    Thank you for your feedback, I am so glad that you enjoyed and loved this trip.
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  • L
    July 1st, 2024
    The Sicily Self Drive tour is a near-perfect blend of adventure and autonomy. The breathtaking landscapes and the...
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    Traveled in May 2024
    Reply from: TUI Italia
    Thank you for your feedback, I am so glad that you enjoyed and loved this trip.
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    July 1st, 2024
    The Sicily Self Drive tour was a thrilling journey. The self-drive aspect offered a sense of independence, navigating...
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