Sicily Tours for Seniors
Explore Sicily with other Seniors. These 71 tours include popular destinations like Palermo and Syracuse.
10 best trips for 'over 50s' in Sicily
Compiled by
NinaSicily travel expert at TourRadar
- 7-Day Sicily in Style from Palermo to Catania, Private Tour
- Sicily in Depth (Classic, End Catania)
- Premium Sicily
- The Sicilian with Malta
- Splendours of Sicily
- Sicily and Its Isles (Palermo to Taormina) (2025)
- Old World Sicily & Malta (Sliema to Taormina) (2026)
- Amalfi Coast, Sicily & Malta
- South-Oriental Sicily Beauty, Self-Drive
- Sicily Art, Food & Wine Tour
Duration 7 days Destinations Palermo, Agrigento, Taormina, Mount Etna, Catania Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator TUI Italia From $3,751
10% Off- NZ$3,375You save $375
Sicily in Depth (Classic, End Catania)
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“a well organized and efficiently handled tour, the personnel in charge very professional.”
Jose, traveled in October
Duration 9 days Destinations Palermo, Trapani, Marsala, Agrigento, Ragusa, Modica, Syracuse, Giardini Naxos, Catania Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Insight Vacations From $4,955
14% Off- NZ$4,239You save $716
Cable car rides to Erice and peaceful walks through Ortigia and Noto showcase Sicily's beauty. Valley of the Temples tours with expert guides and accessible Mount Etna excursions offer cultural immersion without strain.
Duration 10 days Destinations Palermo, Marsala, Agrigento, Syracuse, Catania Age Range Ages 15+ Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Intrepid Premium From
14% Off- NZ$10,390
Sicily reveals itself through gentle walks in Syracuse's archaeological park and Taormina's Greek Theatre. Strategic hotel locations offer easy access to attractions and dining. Optimal visiting during shoulder season (April-May, September-October).
Duration 13 days Destinations Palermo, Erice, Marsala, Mazara del Vallo, Sciacca, Agrigento, Piazza Armerina, Ragusa, Syracuse, CataniaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Globus From $6,799
4% Off- NZ$6,499+$219 upfront costsYou save $300
Splendours of Sicily
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Loved everything about this tour from the places we visited, the accommodation, meals and the transportation.”
Janet, traveled in September
Hotel Plaza Opera and Il Picciolo Etna Resort offer premium comfort between visits to Monreale Cathedral and Valley of Temples. Mount Etna's cable car rides and Syracuse's boat trips provide optional adventures.
Duration 10 days Destinations Palermo, Monreale, Selinunte, Mazara del Vallo, Sciacca, Favara, Agrigento, Piazza Armerina, Ragusa, ModicaSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Back-Roads Touring From
4% Off- NZ$6,609
Sicily and Its Isles (Palermo to Taormina) (2025)
29 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Good selection of sights and activities. Nice group.”
Evelyn, traveled in March
Hotel La Salina Borgo Di Mare serves as base for island adventures and traditional caper farm visits. Peaceful boat rides around Stagnone Lagoon and relaxed walks through historic sites complement leisure time in Salina and Lipari.
Duration 14 days Destinations Palermo, Marsala, Agrigento, Cefalu, Aeolian Islands, Salina, Taormina Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From $8,349
4% Off- NZ$7,999You save $350
Duration 12 days Destinations Sliema, Valletta, Ragusa, Syracuse, Taormina, Mount Etna Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From
4% Off- NZ$7,649
Sicily's coastal towns shine with waterfront strolls in Giardini Naxos and serene harbor walks in Lipari. Emerald Sakara's intimate setting provides seamless access to amenities. Terrace Suite offers prime views of Mount Etna and the Aeolian Islands.
Duration 10 days Destinations Civitavecchia, Rome, Porto Ercole, Tuscany, Stella, Gaeta, Naples, Sorrento, Capri, Mount VesuviusSee all destinations Age Range Ages 12+ Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Emerald Cruises From $29,282
57% Off- NZ$12,564You save $16,718
South-Oriental Sicily Beauty, Self-Drive
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“South Sicily is a must visit at least once in your lifetime. The food and especially the seafood was exceptional fresh, flavorful, and authentic.”
Erich, traveled in May
The islands of Sicily welcome leisurely exploration. Sample Siracusa's Ortigia Market, wander Vendicari's nature trails, and linger in Marzamemi's seaside cafes. Features accessible 4-star hotels and easy walking routes.
Duration 7 days Destinations Catania, Syracuse, Scicli, Marzamemi, Modica, Ragusa Age Range All Ages Welcome Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator TUI Italia From $1,659
10% Off- NZ$1,493You save $166
Relaxed stays at 4-star Hotel 20 Miglia in Catania and Baia Taormina showcase Sicily's charm. Walking tours through Cefalu's medieval streets and Taormina's historic center. Mount Etna cable car offers accessible volcano views.
Duration 8 days Destinations Catania, Tindari, Cefalu, Palermo, Monreale, Erice, Selinunte, Agrigento, Caltagirone, NotoSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator TUI Italia From $6,049
10% Off- NZ$5,444You save $605
What people love about Sicily Tours for Seniors
- Small Group Sicily Highlights (Maximum 8 Guests)
Great tour. All the services provided were excellent. Support from local agency was valuable and fast. We appreciated it
- Small Group Sicily Food & Wine Tour (Maximum 8 Guests)
We are frequent travelers to Italy, but this was our first visit to Sicily. We reached out to Massimo of Sicily Activities with many questions before deciding to book tours with him. Massimo was quick to respond, providing feedback and ideas and easy to talk with over the phone. We booked three tours: Walking Tour with Greek Theatre in Taormina with Valerio; Private Syracuse Wineries with Guiseppe and Lunch; and Small Group Etna food and Wine Lovers Tour with Guiseppe again. We also arranged transfers. The tours were fantastic! The quality of the wineries, and food and the knowledge imparted, were exemplary. All were professional, true to the descriptions, and easy going. Guiseppe and Valerio took their jobs seriously and provided a comfortable and engaging time. The transfer service is exactly what you want - comfortable vehicles, on time, and kind drivers. We are grateful that we found Sicily Activities. We highly recommend them. Grazie mille, Massimo!
- New Tour of Sicily from Palermo 10 Days
This was an "interesting" tour where guides are changed half way through. For the first two days, we had two guides speaking 3 different languages. A lot of time wasted. Please make at lease some of your tours "English only", "Italian only" etc. Placido was excellent - organised, enthusiastic but got people organised. Can't say enough great things about him.
What our customers ask about Sicily Tours for Seniors
When is the best time for seniors to visit Sicily Islands?
Plan your visit to Sicily between April-May or September-October. The weather stays pleasant at 20-25°C and you'll find fewer tourists at major sites. These months let you explore comfortably without the intense summer heat that can reach above 40°C in July and August. Tourist spots like Taormina and Syracuse are also less crowded. A TourRadar traveler shared: "May was perfect weather for exploring - not too hot for walking tours in Palermo and comfortable for visiting outdoor sites like the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento."
What is the typical age range for senior tours in Sicily Islands?
Most travelers on Sicily tours are between 61-65 years old though many tours welcome guests up to 80. Tour operators like Soleto Travel design their trips with older travelers in mind choosing hotels that cater to seniors. Properties like the Mercure Palermo Centro and Hotel Villa Angela in Taormina offer locations and services that work well for older guests based on TourRadar reviews.
What type of accommodation is provided on senior tours in Sicily?
Senior tours typically stay in 4-star hotels equipped with modern comforts and easy access. Places like Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa in Palermo and Villa Diodoro in Taormina come with elevators air conditioning and central locations. As one TourRadar guest noted: "The hotels were much better than expected. The Hotel Livingston in Syracuse was fantastic with breathtaking views and well-prepared breakfasts." Hotels can often arrange ground floor rooms for guests who prefer to avoid stairs.
How are meals handled on Sicily Islands senior tours?
Your tour includes daily hotel breakfasts plus several group meals featuring local dishes. Most packages such as Sicily Activities' Food & Wine tour provide 7 breakfasts and 5-6 main meals. This leaves room to explore local restaurants on your own. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The food and wine experiences were plentiful and well-organized with plenty of breaks between courses." Tours select accessible restaurants like Trattoria Il Barcaiolo in Taormina that serve authentic Sicilian food.
What is the typical group size for senior tours in Sicily?
Most tours accommodate 20-40 people while premium options limit groups to 15-20 travelers. A TourRadar guest observed: "Our group of 20 was perfect - not too large to move around easily and everyone got personal attention from our guide. The smaller group size made it much more enjoyable for us seniors."