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
- Sicily Escapes - from Catania to Palermo (6 days/5 nights)
- Small Group Tour Wonders of Sicily from Catania to Palermo
- New Year's Eve with Sicilian Secrets 25/26 - 6 days in Sicily
- Sicilian Secrets
- Solo-ish Sicily
Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 6 days
27 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 $2,438
20% Off- NZ$1,950You save $488
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 $7,508
36% Off- NZ$4,805You save $2,703
Small Group Sicily Food & Wine Tour (Maximum 8 Guests)
84 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Too much food and wine and great time!”
Rich, traveled in March
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
36% Off- NZ$4,495
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“Our tour of Southern Sicily was excellent. The experience exceeded our every need.”
Jenny, traveled in September
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 $3,239
20% Off- NZ$2,591You save $648
Sicily Escapes - from Catania to Palermo (6 days/5 nights)
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The hotels and food were good, and our group - mostly a mix of US and Italians - were very friendly.”
John, traveled in March
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 6 to 80 year olds Operator Destination Italia From
20% Off- NZ$2,121
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 $2,925
16% Off- NZ$2,457You save $468
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$2,290
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 13 to 99 year olds Operator Omega Tours From
16% Off- NZ$2,174
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Taormina, Castelmola, Agrigento, Palermo Age Range 18 to 90 year olds Operator G Adventures From
16% Off- NZ$3,779
What people love about Catania to Palermo Tours
- Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 6 days
Fantastic tour of Sicily it was a very interesting and busy itinerary and I very much enjoyed the historical content. The Greek and Roman sites were impressive. Our Guide was absolutely brilliant organising a large group! His knowledge of the history and customs of Sicily was excellent. The meals included were of a good standard, however service was slow with such a large party. It would have been helpful to have some basic drinks included as was difficult to organise paying for these at the end of the evening! I would highly recommend Sicilian Secrets!
- Small Group Sicily Food & Wine Tour (Maximum 8 Guests)
Generaly the hotels were satisfactory but for a Senior such as myself thre was too many stairs to climb & strenuous hikes to reach the restaurants/bar/reception.( Notably Ariston & Gargallo( no elevator or Porters). Breakfast Buffet at Ariston was excellent but not so good at Gargallo & Grand Wagner. Transportation & punctuality was excellent. I would have liked to see a rural village & had a meal in such a location.
- Explore Southern Sicily
Sometimes I thought the walking pace was too fast considering of the 12 more than half were over the age of 60 or overweight. Our guide Rosanna either wasn't listening to us, or a bit of an authoritarian personality, so she took any light criticism personally. She wasn't as knowledgeable as I hoped.
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."