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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 8
Ages 12+
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Highlights

  • Get a full immersion that's rich in history, traditions and culture of the island
  • Be accompanied by local guides who know it best and know Sicily secrets
  • Experience Sicily though its incredible gastronomy, wines, art and music

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 ARRIVAL AND EVENING TAORMINA FOOD & WINE TOUR
  2. Day 2 TAORMINA WALKING TOUR & GREEK THEATRE VISIT & GODFATHER VS MAFIA TOUR WITH PASTA LUNCH
  3. Day 3 ETNA TRIP UNTIL 1900/3000 MT WITH LUNCH IN ETNA WINERY
  4. Day 4 NOTO WALKING TOUR WITH SEAFOOD LUNCH IN MARZAMEMI & TRANSFER TO SYRACUSE
  5. Day 5 ORTIGIA WALKING TOUR
  6. Day 6 GUIDED VISIT OF TEMPLE VALLEY IN AGRIGENTO, LUNCH & TRANSFER TO PALERMO
  7. Day 7 PALERMO WALKING TOUR
  8. Day 8 DEPARTURE
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Age Range

5 to 99 years old

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Guide
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    4.8
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Accommodation
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    4.4
  • Food
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    4.6
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  • HF
    · July 1st, 2025
    This tour was a fabulous experience .we stayed in 3 locations Taormina, Ortigia and Palermo. The service from communication, pick up and guided tours was outstanding. Everyday we were driven in an air conditioned mini van to some exquisite locations, restaurants, wineries, cultural sights, archaeological sights , Mt Etna. You really get a taste of “all things Sicily”. Our guides were so knowledgeable and really had passion for their island. Communication was easy even before we left Australia and whilst on tour we were always in touch with details of each days activities via what’s app. We also had free time to explore on our own with great suggestions from our guides. The hotels we stayed in were of very good standard 4 star and in great locations to explore. We cannot fault this tour and if you want a good introduction to Sicily this tour is perfect. It is a small group of 2-8 people . We were the only 2 on this tour . A special thanks to all our guides Luigi, Valerio, Oratzio, Giuseppe, Sam and Claudio..Also Graziana and Max who communicated every day with us . THANK YOU
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    Trip date: June 2025
  • CL
    · June 14th, 2025
    Very organized and comfortable trip from start to finish. The airport transport was also a huge convenience.
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    Sicily Activities commented on this review
    Thanks Catherine. Was a big pleasure to host You :)
    Trip date: June 2025
  • Small Group Sicily Highlights (Maximum 8 Guests) reviewer 3
    · June 11th, 2025
    Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to see the two Godfather villages led by an expert! We had another tour planned, but it did not include these two villages, so I set this up and couldn’t have been more pleased. It was detailed, spirited, and full of beauty!
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    Sicily Activities commented on this review
    Dear Anna, thanks a lot for Your nice review. we are happy You enjoyed most of all the godafather villages. We are glad You enjoyed the entire tour. Stay well
    Trip date: June 2025
  • JB
    · June 7th, 2025
    This was an excellent trip. All of the hotels were great, Taormina- Taormina Park Hotel, Ortigia - Hotel Livingston, and Palermo- Hotel Politeama. All of the guides/excursions were excellent and truly made the trip even better. Best of all the communication with Sicily Activities was great. Massimo and Graziana were always available and made the trip worry-free.
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    Sicily Activities commented on this review
    Hi James, thanks a lot for Your wonderful review. It means a lot to us. We are happy You enjoyed Your Sicily holiday :)))
    Trip date: May 2025
  • A
    · June 1st, 2025
    Great tour to see Sicily. Ground walking tours in different cities were informatve. Hotels were very nice. I highly recommend this tour to everyone.
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    Trip date: May 2025
  • RC
    · May 30th, 2025
    Our tour was fantastic. Excellent organisation, good folk to travel with and excellent guides, with Giovanni an absolute standout.
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    Sicily Activities commented on this review
    Thanks Ross for Your kind review :) we are happy You enjoyed it Have a great day
    Trip date: May 2025
  • BF
    · May 18th, 2025
    Excellent service; excellent guides. The only negative was the choice of hotels, all rated 4-star. While the Hotel Livingston in Oritigia was excellent, the Medeterrainee in Taormina was at best a 2-star -- spotty service, bathrooms that reminded me of my Army days, and I would strongly urge you to find alternative accomodations. The NR Hotel in Palermo was OK (a former Holiday Inn, generally used by footballers, I was told) but our stay would have been more enjoyable in Palermo in a hotel with more character.
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    Sicily Activities commented on this review
    Dear Brian, thanks a lot for Your kind review :) we really appreciate. We are glad You enjoyed the tour in general and our Guides, the every day activities and the services in general :) I understand also Your comment regarding hotel in Taormina and... Show more
    Trip date: May 2025
  • KF
    · May 17th, 2025
    Excellent tour. All pickups were on time. Comfortable vehicles. Excellent drivers.
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    Trip date: May 2025
  • RB
    · May 12th, 2025
    Great small group experience. Only 8 of us. Been on 35+ people tours. This was nice. The pace was good. Everyone was pretty compatible.
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    Trip date: October 2024
  • TD
    · April 30th, 2025
    If you are a fan of The Gidfather movie, 1972, this tour will show some of the famous sets. And a great lunch!
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    Trip date: April 2025

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Small Group Sicily Highlights (Maximum 8 Guests)
From Catania to Palermo

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    Douglas

    Asked on June 28th, 2025

    Who is tour operator?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten July 2025

      Sicily Activities is the operator supplement for extra nights and services will be provided once You will book the hotels. A classic 4 stars hotel in cefalu cost around 200-250 per night per room

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    Simon

    Asked on June 14th, 2025

    Is there any chance the Mt Etna part of the tour b can be changed or deleted?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten June 2025

      We can't change the day for all the group, but if You would like You can skip this day tour (no problem) or if You would like to do something else, we can organize on a private basis.

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    Ann

    Asked on June 12th, 2025

    Is there a waitlist for the October 3 Sicily Highlights Small Group Tour?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten June 2025

      For October 3rd we do not have space at the moment. If something becomes available I will let you know.

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    Hayley

    Asked on June 11th, 2025

    I'm interested in a small group tour of Sicily showcasing culture, history, and natural beauty. I'm interested in an active trip that allows time to explore as well as excellent guides when needed. I'm a solo female traveler and happy to forego the single supplement and share with another female. My dates in October are flexible. What tours do you recommend?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten June 2025

      I think the highlights tour of Sicily would be the best for You. We have still space on october 15 and october 24 departure if You will be alone, unfortuntaley there is not the possibility of sharing a room with another Guests. So the price will be with the single supplement.

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    Tanya

    Asked on May 31st, 2025

    Do you have tour starting end of September? e.q. 27/9 or 28/9 ?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten May 2025

      in that period we have the following availability: HIGHLIGHTS TOUR september 17th october 1st, FOOD AND WINE TOUR september 29th

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      Tanya

      TravelerWritten June 2025

      Highlights tour with prefer date of starting should be between 27 to 29 of September 2025. It seems your existing schedule does not suit my timing.

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    Katherine

    Asked on April 26th, 2025

    What is the best date to choose for sunny but not too hot. May?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten April 2025

      May-June is the best period. We have availability in the following Tours with discounted price: 30 May, 13 June.

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      Katherine

      TravelerWritten April 2025

      I am enquiring about 2026. Definitely May - June at your discounted price!

    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten April 2025

      Discounted prices are not applicable for 2026. Our departures are every Friday and you can pick the one that suits you more in May or June.

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    Tanya

    Asked on March 11th, 2025

    Is porterage included in the tour?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten March 2025

      Porterage is included considering the luggage will be carry on and off from the van in front of Your hotel (not until Your room).

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    Trevor

    Asked on February 17th, 2025

    do you charge a singles supplement for singles who do not want to share a room?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, we charge single supplement and price depends on the date of the tour. At the moment we have availability for the highlights starting on july 25th or we have availability on the food and wine tour starting on july 14th. If You can book 1 of these 2 tours I will discount 200€ in total

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    Vincent

    Asked on February 15th, 2025

    I am wondering whether you have any dates available for this tour towards the end of November?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten February 2025

      We can organize the tour for Your party of 3 on a private basis. In that period we don't have unfortunately small group tours. The last small group will start on october 31st. If You would like a private tour, please let me know which category of hotels, dates and how many room?

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      Vincent

      TravelerWritten February 2025

      We are looking towards the end of November - earliest would be 29 November as we are coming from Australia and have to wait for university term to end. Similar to the tour as shown would be fine for us. We are a family of three, so happy to share rooms where bedding for three can be arranged.

    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten February 2025

      We will be happy to assist You for Your private tour and we can provide a Triple room. Price per person for this program in triple room in 4 stars centrally located for a Private Tour is: 2495€. You can decide the best date for You, just keep in mind that during Christmas Holiday and New Year Holiday the tour will not operate.

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    Eddy

    Asked on February 1st, 2025

    Is the Sicily tour suitable for someone with mobility issues?

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    • Sicily ActivitiesOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, the tour is designed to be easy and accommodating, suitable for those with mobility issues.

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