Catania to Palermo Tours
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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 $7,953
36% Off- NZ$5,090You save $2,863
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Agrigento, Marsala, Erice, Palermo Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From
36% Off- NZ$4,750
Explore Southern Sicily
23 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I met many new people and had a very enjoyable time.”
Edwin, traveled in October
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
Duration 6 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Marsala, Palermo, Monreale Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From $3,155
25% Off- NZ$2,366You save $789
From Catania's historic fish market and Baroque architecture, the route takes you through Mount Etna, Taormina, Syracuse, and Agrigento to Palermo. Stops include medieval Erice and ancient Segesta, ending at Monte Pellegrino and Palermo's eclectic Cathedral.
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Mount Etna, Taormina, Acireale, Syracuse, Agrigento, Marsala, Erice, Segesta, Monte PellegrinoSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Operator Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl From
25% Off- NZ$5,296
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
25% Off- NZ$2,478
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Taormina, Castelmola, Agrigento, Palermo Age Range Ages 18+ Operator G Adventures From
25% Off- NZ$3,779
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 Ages 18-35 Operator Contiki From
25% Off- NZ$2,541
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
25% Off- NZ$6,901
This route from Catania's UNESCO-listed center leads to Taormina's mountain resort, Syracuse's ancient ruins, and Agrigento's Valley of Temples. A visit to coastal Cefalù precedes the finale in Palermo's colorful streets, showcasing Sicily's finest over 8 days.
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Taormina, Noto, Syracuse, Agrigento, Cefalu, Palermo Age Range Ages 27-35 Operator Contiki From
25% Off- NZ$2,731
What people love about Catania to Palermo Tours
- Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 6 days
We had a great experience. The history and culture of Sicily is amazing. Our tour guide, Vittoria, was very knowledgeable and interesting. She certainly loves Sicily. The hotels and food exceeded our expectations.
I have been traveling for the past 50 years and have visited many countries, I had never taken a tour before my travel mates and I took the the Southern Sicily tour. We chose GAdventures for this trip because the tour group was small, and because the tour visited so many of the major sites in Sicily. We were extremely lucky to have Luca as our tour leader. He was a wealth of information, and his love for Sicily was contagious. Luca took the time to get to know everyone in our small group and that added a personal touch to the tour. I recommend GAdventures tours without hesitation. It was just the best experience!
Explore Southern Sicily
- Sicilian Secrets
The trip was well organized. The guide - Placido certainly knew his subjects and was very happy to answer questions. The accomodation was all very good as were the breakfasts. .The group was large and I didn't realise that when I booked. Also you did need to be fit ( I am) but some people found the wakking/steps very difficult
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."