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
- Small Group Sicilian Secrets Premium Collection - Unique Tour of Sicily (maximum 14 pax, mono English)
- 7 Day Classic Sicily Small Group Tour
- New Tour The Best of Sicily & Malta - 11 Days
- Sicily Food & Wine
- Classical Sicily
- Sicily, From Palermo to Catania Private Tour
- Sicily Art of Wine & Gourmet Experience
- Sicilian Adventure: Volcanoes, Sea and Hidden Treasures
- Private Tour of Sicily from Palermo to Palermo
- Flavours of Sicily Food&Wine Private Tour
Small Group Sicilian Secrets Premium Collection - Unique Tour of Sicily (maximum 14 pax, mono English)
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
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
- NZ$8,653
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
- NZ$6,701
New Tour The Best of Sicily & Malta - 11 Days
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Both the Sicily tour and the week in Malta were wonderful. The tour guide in Sicily who took us around Palermo and to Monreal was very knowledgeable, especially in the Cathedral.”
Achille, 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 $6,041
20% Off- NZ$4,833You save $1,208
Sicily Food & Wine
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great way to travel and experience Sicily.”
beth, traveled in June
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 $5,423
5% Off- NZ$5,146You save $277
Classical Sicily
52 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Piazza Amerina stood out- so real, so Sicilian with heartrending history.”
Amy, traveled in June
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
5% Off- NZ$4,900
Sicily, From Palermo to Catania Private Tour
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The hotels offered were wonderful especially the Baglio della luna in Agrigento and the Politeama in Palermo.”
Rosalyne, traveled in October
Groups of 2-14 guests gain private access to Monreale Cathedral and Valley of Temples. The select number allows for personal wine tastings in Marsala and leisurely walks along Taormina's Corso Umberto, led by expert local guides.
Duration 6 days Destinations Palermo, Monreale, Erice, Marsala, Agrigento, Piazza Armerina, Catania, Mount Etna, Taormina Age Range Ages 14+ Group Size Max Group Size 8 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Soleto Travel From $4,825
20% Off- NZ$3,860You save $965
Duration 5 days Destinations Catania, Taormina, Mount Etna, Ragusa, Noto Age Range Ages 21+ Operated in English, German, French, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 7 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator My Art Collection Travel From
20% Off- NZ$8,616
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 $6,670
20% Off- NZ$5,336You save $1,334
Flavours of Sicily Food&Wine Private Tour
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Excellent hotels where we stayed in Sicily. Highly recommended tour combining cultural visits and good food.”
AndrewDunston, traveled in February
Small groups of 2-4 travelers unlock exclusive access to family wineries on Mt. Etna and private cooking lessons in Taormina. Your dedicated guide reveals Ortigia's markets and UNESCO-listed Noto's baroque architecture, with Mercedes transport throughout Sicily.
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Taormina, Mount Etna, Noto, Syracuse, Island of Ortigia, Palermo Age Range Ages 20+ Group Size Max Group Size 6 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Soleto Travel From
20% Off- NZ$6,903
Reviews of Small Group tours to Sicily
- 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!
- Sicily, From Palermo to Catania Private Tour
I travelled with my 77 year-old mother, and we had the trip of a lifetime! That said, the reviews helped our experience, so here's what helped us understand what to expect: Every step of the process felt like a leap of faith, but always turned out brilliantly. We received our confirmation immediately, but did not have direct communication about our personalization of the itinerary until days before the tour began. When we arrived in Sicily, we were nervous because we did not have any direct contacts to reach out to if anything did not go according to plan. (Fortunately, it worked perfectly -- our driver was there, and EVERY contractee [driver/translator/guide] that we connected with was AMAZING and above-and-beyond.) We customized our itinerary quite a bit, even though it wasn't clear what we could ask for. We ABSOLUTELY LOVED the cooking class in Taormino -- I suggest adding that to your tour! We also asked our driver to take us to a flea market in Palermo, and that was FUN. The hotel choices were fantastic. The people who were contracted to work with us were fantastic. The communication was ....an absolute leap of faith. BUT we don't regret a thing!
We were the group of 8 friends traveling to Sicily for the first time. Our trip was amazing with Sicily Activities arranging everything. If you want a really special and comfortable experience, book with them - you won’t be disappointed. All the team was fantastic and very knowledgeable. Overall the top experience from first contact through arriving back home!
Small Group Sicily Highlights (Maximum 8 Guests)
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."