Catania to Palermo Tours
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- Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 6 days
- Charming Sicily Food & Wine Small Group Tour - 8 days
- Small Group Sicily Food & Wine Tour (Maximum 8 Guests)
- Italy: Highlights of Sicily
- Explore Southern Sicily
- Small Group Tour Wonders of Sicily from Catania to Palermo
- New Year's Eve with Sicilian Secrets 25/26 - 6 days in Sicily
- 6 Days Tour in Italy from Catania to Palermo.
- Real Sicily (Classic)
- Solo-ish Sicily
Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 6 days
26 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The staff were your backbone in keeping the tour going & making it memorable.”
Garry, traveled in September
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 2 to 90 year olds Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Operator Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl From $2,413
20% Off- NZ$1,930You save $483
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 11 to 99 year olds Operator Click Tours From $7,573
36% Off- NZ$4,847You save $2,726
Small Group Sicily Food & Wine Tour (Maximum 8 Guests)
84 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Fabulous tour! I would recommend this for anyone wanting to get a taste of great food and wine while seeing different styles across Sicily!”
From coastal Catania, you'll enjoy Taormina's cooking classes and Mount Etna's wineries. The route includes UNESCO-listed Noto and historic Syracuse, concluding in vibrant Palermo for street food adventures, all via comfortable Mercedes minivan.
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Taormina, Mount Etna, Noto, Marzamemi, Syracuse, Island of Ortigia, Palermo Age Range 18 to 85 year olds Operator Sicily Activities From $4,595
10% Off- NZ$4,136You save $460
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Agrigento, Marsala, Erice, Palermo Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $5,020
20% Off- NZ$4,016You save $1,004
Explore Southern Sicily
20 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We were extremely lucky to have Luca as our tour leader. His love for Sicily was contagious.”
Margaret, 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 up to 90 year olds Operator G Adventures From
20% Off- NZ$3,239
Kickoff in Catania with a welcome drink at Katane Hotel and visits to the famous A Piscaria fish market. The route covers Syracuse, Ragusa, and Marsala's wineries, finishing in Palermo's Cathedral and street markets. This 6-day cultural immersion includes luxury accommodations.
Duration 6 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Ragusa, Agrigento, Marsala, Erice, Selinunte, Palermo, Monreale Age Range 24 to 90 year olds Operator Soleto Travel From $2,895
16% Off- NZ$2,432You save $463
Duration 6 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Noto, Piazza Armerina, Caltagirone, Agrigento, Marsala, Monreale, Palermo Age Range 2 to 90 year olds Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Operator Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl From
16% Off- NZ$2,260
Your tour starts in Catania with airport transfers and 4-star accommodation, visiting Syracuse and Noto's UNESCO sites, before reaching Palermo. Highlights include Agrigento's Valley of Temples and Monreale's Arab-Norman Cathedral, with local tastings throughout.
Duration 6 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Ragusa, Marsala, Monreale, Palermo Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Remaz Tours GmbH From
16% Off- NZ$2,591
Starting from Catania's UNESCO-listed center, the tour visits Taormina's mountain resort and Syracuse's ancient ruins. The path leads to Valley of Temples and Cefalù's beaches before reaching Palermo's vibrant streets for anti-Mafia walking tours.
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Taormina, Noto, Syracuse, Cefalu, Agrigento, Palermo Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator Contiki From $3,976
5% Off- NZ$3,777You save $199
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Taormina, Castelmola, Agrigento, Palermo Age Range 18 to 90 year olds Operator G Adventures From
5% Off- NZ$3,779
What people love about Catania to Palermo Tours
- Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 6 days
Good organized trip.
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.
Small Group Sicily Food & Wine Tour (Maximum 8 Guests)
- Explore Southern Sicily
Tour was fabulous. Our tour leader Luca was amazing - incredibly knowledgeable, organized and helpful. Our tour group of 14 got along well and we really enjoyed each other’s company. Luca organized an optional dinner each evening and all opted to attend every dinner. We saw amazing sites and ate fabulous food. I would love to do another G Adventures tour.
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."