Catania to Palermo Tours
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- Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 6 days
- Charming Sicily Food & Wine Small Group Tour - 8 days
- Explore Southern Sicily
- Mini Tour of Sicily from Catania to Palermo
- New Year's Eve with Sicilian Secrets 25/26 - 6 days in Sicily
- Sicily Escapes - from Catania to Palermo (6 days/5 nights)
- Sicilian Secrets
- Italy: Highlights of Sicily
- Flavours of Sicily Food&Wine Private Tour
- Solo-ish Sicily
Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 6 days
30 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of Sicily with Sicilian Secrets.”
Paul, traveled in May
Starting at Il Principe Hotel in Catania, this route takes you to Syracuse's Greek ruins and Noto's Baroque architecture. The path winds through Ragusa, Agrigento's Valley of Temples, and Marsala's wine country, ending in Palermo's historic center at Mercure Palermo.
Duration 6 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Marsala, Monreale, Palermo Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Operator Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl From
- NZ$2,305
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
From Catania, head to charming Taormina, then traverse Mount Etna's volcanic landscapes, UNESCO-listed Noto, historic Syracuse, and vibrant Palermo. This eight-day, 230 km route blends coastal and inland sites before finishing in Sicily's capital.
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Taormina, Mount Etna, Noto, Marzamemi, Syracuse, Island of Ortigia, Palermo Age Range Ages 11+ Operator Click Tours From $7,767
36% Off- NZ$4,971You save $2,796
Explore Southern Sicily
23 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was a fabulous experience and I have recommended G Adventures to many folks since my reti home.”
Pauline, traveled in April
Starting at Catania's historic fish market, the tour continues through Syracuse's baroque streets, Ragusa and Agrigento's ancient temples, Marsala's salt marshes, concluding with Palermo's Norman-Arab architecture and vibrant markets.
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Agrigento, Trapani, Palermo Age Range Ages 12+ Operator G Adventures From $3,239
25% Off- NZ$2,429You save $810
Mini Tour of Sicily from Catania to Palermo
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The additional tour guides new their subject well. Lunch under the trees in Modica was enjoyable and also lunch in Marsla.”
Carmelo, traveled in May
Duration 6 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Marsala, Monreale, Palermo Age Range Ages 20+ Operator Soleto Travel From $2,750
15% Off- NZ$2,337You save $412
Duration 6 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Noto, Piazza Armerina, Caltagirone, Agrigento, Marsala, Monreale, Palermo Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Operator Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl From
15% Off- NZ$2,339
Sicily Escapes - from Catania to Palermo (6 days/5 nights)
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The dinners and lunches were disappointing bar a special delicious lunch in Ragusa. Breakfast was delicious and nutritious.”
Richard, traveled in May
Your Sicilian adventure starts in Catania's historic center, leading to Syracuse's Archaeological Park and baroque Noto. The route includes Ragusa, Modica, and Agrigento's Valley of the Temples before reaching Palermo with its Arab-Norman Cathedral.
Duration 6 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Marsala, Saline di Nubia, PalermoSee all destinations Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Destination Italia From
15% Off- NZ$2,167
Sicilian Secrets
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip was well organized. The accomodation was all very good as were the breakfasts.”
Joan, traveled in May
Departing from Il Principe Hotel in Catania, this comprehensive tour visits 11 cities before reaching Palermo's Mercure Palermo Centro. The route includes Syracuse's ancient ruins, Modica's baroque streets, and Marsala's wine country.
Duration 6 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Marsala, Saline di Nubia, PalermoSee all destinations Age Range Ages 13+ Operator Omega Tours From
15% Off- NZ$2,468
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Agrigento, Marsala, Erice, Palermo Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $5,200
20% Off- NZ$4,160You save $1,040
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
From Catania, head to Taormina for cooking classes and market tours. The itinerary features Mt. Etna's wineries, UNESCO-listed Noto, and historic Syracuse, concluding with authentic street food experiences at Palermo's Vucciria market.
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Taormina, Mount Etna, Noto, Syracuse, Island of Ortigia, Palermo Age Range Ages 20+ Operator Soleto Travel From
20% Off- NZ$6,750
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Taormina, Castelmola, Agrigento, Palermo Age Range Ages 18+ Operator G Adventures From $3,779
15% Off- NZ$3,212You save $567
What people love about Catania to Palermo Tours
- Small Group Sicily Food & Wine Tour (Maximum 8 Guests)
My daughter and I loved our trip through Sicily. Amazing food, fantastic scenery, gorgeous people. The tour was nicely paced with a good balance of activity and downtime. A great taste of Sicily and we definitely will return.
- Explore Southern Sicily
We loved our Sicily tour!!! We had a wonderful guide, Luca who was helpful even beyond our time with him as we left Sicily and moved on to mainland Italy. The accommodations were good and the food delish! We will be using them again!
- Flavours of Sicily Food&Wine Private Tour
I traveled last month with my wife. The tour went great. all the arrangements were excellent. Excellent hotels where we stayed in Sicily. Driver very helpful and ready to give us information during the tour. Many culinary experiences and tastings that we enjoyed a lot to get to know the typical Sicilian cuisine. Highly recommended tour combining cultural visits and good food.
What our customers ask about Catania to Palermo Tours
What would be an example day-by-day itinerary from Catania to Palermo?
A well-planned 8-day Sicily journey begins in Catania then continues with 2-3 nights in Taormina at Hotel Ariston. Here travelers explore Mount Etna and join local food tours. The next stop includes 2 nights in Syracuse staying at Hotel Domus Mariae where visits to ancient ruins and Noto are common. The route then takes you to Agrigento's Valley of Temples before concluding with 2 nights in Palermo at Hotel Garibaldi to discover the capital and Monreale Cathedral. A TourRadar traveler commented: "The itinerary was perfectly paced giving us enough time in each location while keeping things moving to see all the highlights."
What are the most common destinations visited between Catania and Palermo?
Key stops along this Sicilian route include Syracuse known for its Greek ruins the elegant baroque town of Noto and Mount Etna where wine tasting meets volcanic landscapes. Most tours visit Agrigento's Valley of the Temples and Monreale Cathedral outside Palermo. Accommodation typically includes stays at Hotel Ariston in Taormina Hotel Domus Mariae in Syracuse and Hotel Garibaldi in Palermo. One TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The itinerary was excellent with a great mix of activities - from the Greek ruins in Syracuse to wine tasting on Mount Etna."
What are the popular activities included in Catania to Palermo tours?
Tours regularly feature visits to UNESCO heritage sites wine experiences in Marsala chocolate sampling in Modica and explorations of baroque towns like Noto and Ragusa. The Valley of Temples and Palermo's food scene are standout experiences. Most itineraries blend historical visits with food and wine discoveries. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The combination of historical sites and food experiences made the tour exceptional - from wine tasting to street food tours."
What is the average price range for a Catania to Palermo tour?
Expect to pay between 925 USD and 4605 USD per person with most 8-day tours averaging around 2500 USD. This price typically covers 4-star hotels like Hotel Ariston in Taormina and Hotel Garibaldi in Palermo daily breakfast select meals transportation and expert guides. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The value was excellent considering the quality of hotels included meals and expert guides throughout the journey."
What's included in the meal plans for Catania to Palermo tours?
Tour packages generally cover daily breakfast 2-3 regional lunches and several dinners at hotels or local establishments. Food experiences often highlight wine tasting in Marsala chocolate sampling in Modica and street food tours in Palermo's markets. As shared by a TourRadar traveler: "The included meals were excellent especially the wine tasting lunch in Marsala and the street food experience in Palermo's markets."
What is the typical distance covered on a Catania to Palermo tour route?
While the direct route between Catania and Palermo spans 200 km most tours cover 500-600 km total exploring Sicily's interior and coastal regions. Overnight stays include Hotel Ariston in Taormina Hotel Domus Mariae in Syracuse and Hotel Garibaldi in Palermo. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The drives between locations were comfortable and scenic with plenty of interesting stops along the way to break up longer journeys."