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Sicilian Pearls: Palermo-Catania (5 days/4 nights)

5 days
From Palermo to Catania
4.1
9 traveler reviews

Sicilian Pearls: Palermo-Catania (5 days/4 nights)

5 days
From Palermo to Catania
4.1
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 50
Age range 6 to 85
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Highlights

  • Explore Monreale's Arab-Norman Cathedral
  • Discover Palermo's rich historical sites
  • Stroll through Catania's UNESCO-listed center
  • Witness Etna's breathtaking volcanic landscape
  • Tour Taormina's ancient Greco-Roman theatre

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 (Tuesday): PALERMO
  2. Day 2 (Wednesday): PALERMO - MONREALE - PALERMO
  3. Day 3 (Thursday): PALERMO - CEFALÙ - CATANIA
  4. Day 4 (Friday): CATANIA - ETNA - TAORMINA - CATANIA
  5. Day 5 (Saturday): CATANIA
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4.0
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Age Range

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.1
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.1
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.1
  • Accommodation
    Good
    3.9
  • Food
    Good
    3.7
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  • BR
    · October 10th, 2019
    The itinerary was great, but I think a bit much per 4 days. The guide walked and talked too fast, and was not very personable
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    Trip date: October 2019
  • Sicilian Pearls: Palermo-Catania (5 days/4 nights) reviewer 2
    · October 6th, 2019
    The coach could be better
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    Destination Italia commented on this review
    Dear client, thanks for your feedback. I will report your comments to our local supplier. Best wishes, Giorgio - Gartour by Destination Italia
    Trip date: September 2019
  • JM
    · July 25th, 2019
    We were a bit reluctant to go on a group tour. However, we found that we thoroughly enjoyed the tour and appreciated the additional knowledge of our guide which we would not have accessed if we travelled independently. The tour was well organised, interesting and was a very efficient way to see many different sites in a short space of time. The hotels were impressive and comfortable. We would strongly recommend this tour as an ideal way of seeing what Sicily offers in a short space of time.
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    Destination Italia commented on this review
    Dear Julie, many thanks for your great review! We get so proud when we hear such a happy client! Looking forward to having you on board again, we send you our biggest 'grazie', Giorgio - Gartour by Destination Italia
    Trip date: July 2019
  • Sicilian Pearls: Palermo-Catania (5 days/4 nights) reviewer 4
    · July 14th, 2019
    Great variety excellent guide great people
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    Destination Italia commented on this review
    Dear Annette, many thanks for your review. We get so happy when one of our customers is fully satisfied. Best wishes, Giorgio - Gartour by Destination Italia
    Trip date: July 2019
  • RL
    · July 11th, 2019
    Placido was excellent Very knowledgeable, patient, energetic and enthusiastic. All the places were amazing and the extra guides in Agrigento, Lorenzo were also excellent. The food in a couple of the Hotels was a little disappointing. The bus driver Angelo also very very good. I do feel the bus and how people chose their seats was not organized. I have been on other tours where seats were rotated to make it fair so that the same people not stuck in the back.
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    Trip date: June 2019
  • RC
    · June 13th, 2019
    Highly recommended, but the last hotel Romano House in Catania could improve their service
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    Destination Italia commented on this review
    Dear Reinhard, we're so happy to hear your enthusiastic review! Looking forward to having you on board again, we send you our biggest 'grazie'
    Trip date: June 2019
  • Sicilian Pearls: Palermo-Catania (5 days/4 nights) reviewer 7
    · June 12th, 2019
    Included destinations were a "must-see" for a comprehensive tour of Sicily. I feel it should have been more spread out by 1 or 2 days so as not to feel so rushed; some days with too many hours on the bus and too early a start in the day. Placido was a very good guide. His flluency in English was very good albeit sometimes difficult to understand ( pronunciation.) Also, perhaps too much detail in historical context for the casual (non-academic) tourist. The included dinner in Pallermo, by general consensus of the tour members, was not good. Many dinners left unfinished on the table...warm pasta with fish. The hotel in Agrigento was marvelous!
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    Trip date: May 2019
  • CA
    · June 9th, 2019
    Our guide was very knowledgeable and organised the tour with professional competence.
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    Destination Italia commented on this review
    Dear Craig, thank you very much for your great review! We get so proud when we hear such a happy client. And we keep on working to select the best guides and local suppliers. Grazie mille!
    Trip date: June 2019
  • LB
    · June 5th, 2019
    Hotels were not 4 star. One was like a motel 6. Changing hotels every day is drudgery, but I understand there is not that much to see for 2 days in same place. Most meals were average or less
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    Trip date: May 2019

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Sicilian Pearls: Palermo-Catania (5 days/4 nights)
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    Wendy

    Asked on March 26th, 2025

    Is travel insurance recommended for the tour?

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    • Destination ItaliaOperatorWritten March 2025

      While not mandatory, travel insurance is highly recommended to cover any unexpected issues that may arise.

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    Philip

    Asked on February 4th, 2025

    Is group size limited for this tour?

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    • Destination ItaliaOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, the tour has a limited number of spots to ensure a better experience for all guests.

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    Cristina

    Asked on October 14th, 2024

    What is the price for adding extra nights?

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    • Destination ItaliaOperatorWritten October 2024

      The cost for additional nights generally starts around €102 per night for twin rooms.

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    Carole

    Asked on September 20th, 2024

    Can age limit be increased. Wife 74, husband 82. Both good shape. Routine treadmill/free weights. Walking, climbing steps/inclines not an issue.

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    • Destination ItaliaOperatorWritten September 2024

      As per your request we increased the age (until 85). You can go ahead with your reservation request through tour radar platform.

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      Carole

      TravelerWritten September 2024

      What are the hotel names? How much is the arrival/departure transfer?

    • Destination ItaliaOperatorWritten September 2024

      Hotel names when sent 7 days prior tour beginning. Usually: PALERMO: MERCURE PALERMO CENTRO/IBIS STYLES PALERMO CRISTAL OR SIMILAR. CATANIA: IL PRINCIPE HOTEL / ROMANO HOUSE HOTEL (OR SIMILAR). Arrival transfer for 2 pax = 58 €. Departure transfer for 2 pax = 74 €.

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    Asked on August 16th, 2024

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      A deposit is often required to secure your booking, with the balance payable before the start of the tour.

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    Asked on June 18th, 2024

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      Travelers should check visa requirements based on their nationality prior to booking the tour.

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    Maximilien

    Asked on April 30th, 2024

    Can I customize my travel dates or activities?

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    • Destination ItaliaOperatorWritten April 2024

      We allow some customization of your itinerary based on your preferences and requests, subject to planning.

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    Richard

    Asked on April 22nd, 2024

    Can I choose to skip certain activities during the tour?

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    • Destination ItaliaOperatorWritten April 2024

      Yes, guests can opt out of certain activities and make their own plans, just be aware of missed meals included in the tour.

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    Asked on January 25th, 2024

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    • Destination ItaliaOperatorWritten January 2024

      You can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button if you need assistance during the tour.

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    Mireille

    Asked on September 26th, 2023

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    • Destination ItaliaOperatorWritten September 2023

      Comfortable coaches or vans are usually provided for all transfers and tours included in the itinerary.

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