Sicily Tours from Palermo
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10 best Sicily tours from Palermo
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- Sicilian Secrets - Mini Tour of Sicily 5 days
- Highlights of Sicily
- Sicily Grand Tour, Self-drive
- Northern Sicily: Islands & Volcanoes
- Splendours of Sicily
- Sicilian Secrets – Tour of Sicily & Aeolian Islands
- City Break Sicily: Palermo - Catania - 5 Days
- Best of Sicily: Catania, Agrigento, Taormina, Syracuse & Palermo - 10 Days
- Journey of Charming Sicily - 10 Days
- Mini Tour of Sicily, Self-drive
Sicilian Secrets - Mini Tour of Sicily 5 days
23 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything was very well organised, we appreciated Hotel's choice and especially food!”
Ada, traveled in August
Palermo's Arab-Norman UNESCO sites mark the starting point, leading through medieval Cefalù, and into baroque Catania. The tour includes Mount Etna and Taormina's Greek theatre over 5 captivating days.
Duration 5 days Destinations Palermo, Monreale, Cefalu, Catania, Mount Etna, Taormina Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Operator Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl From $1,956
10% Off- NZ$1,760You save $196
This 14-day coastal exploration circles from Palermo's historic center through Cefalù, Lipari, Catania, Syracuse, Agrigento, and Trapani, returning via Monreale's cathedral.
Duration 14 days Destinations Palermo, Cefalu, Lipari, Catania, Syracuse, Agrigento, Trapani Age Range Ages 12+ Operator G Adventures From
10% Off- NZ$6,399
Sicily Grand Tour, Self-drive
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The Sicily Self Drive tour is a total blast! It's like a mixtape of all the cool stuff - history, culture, scenery.”
Alfred, traveled in May
This 11-day, 990km Sicilian adventure starts with car pickup at Palermo Airport. The route spans from Palermo's historic center to Taormina (270km), Syracuse (120km), Noto (40km), and Agrigento (200km), returning to Palermo.
Duration 11 days Destinations Palermo, Taormina, Mount Etna, Syracuse, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Agrigento Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator TUI Italia From $3,837
10% Off- NZ$3,453You save $384
Northern Sicily: Islands & Volcanoes
15 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Carla was fantastic, she ticked everything in my book, nothing for her was ever a problem.”
John, traveled in September
The historic center of Palermo leads to coastal Cefalù before a ferry ride to Lipari. The route continues through Taormina's Teatro Greco, concluding in Catania, with private vehicles and ferries throughout.
Duration 7 days Destinations Palermo, Cefalu, Lipari, Catania Age Range Ages 12+ Operator G Adventures From
10% Off- NZ$3,099
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 in Palermo serves as the gateway for this 10-day tour ending in Catania's historic port. Premium mini-coaches connect 15 destinations including Monreale's hilltop cathedral, UNESCO-listed Valley of Temples in Agrigento, and Mount Etna's cable car viewpoints.
Duration 10 days Destinations Palermo, Monreale, Selinunte, Mazara del Vallo, Sciacca, Favara, Agrigento, Piazza Armerina, Ragusa, ModicaSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Back-Roads Touring From
10% Off- NZ$6,609
Sicilian Secrets – Tour of Sicily & Aeolian Islands
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The sights were absolutely amazing, mostly the accommodation was excellent and the included lunches were all top notch.”
Catherine, traveled in April
Palermo's Arab-Norman architecture sets the stage before heading east to Cefalù's Norman Dome and Catania's baroque center. The route includes Mount Etna and Taormina, plus Aeolian Islands via hydrofoil from Milazzo, finishing in Taormina.
Duration 9 days Destinations Palermo, Monreale, Cefalu, Catania, Mount Etna, Taormina, Lipari, Salina, Panarea Island, Stromboli Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Operator Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi Incoming Operator Srl From
10% Off- NZ$4,226
From Palermo's Teatro Massimo, the route winds through medieval Cefalù and Mount Etna's volcanic terrain, concluding in Catania's historic center. This 5-day tour encompasses 6 UNESCO-rich cities across Sicily's diverse landscapes.
Duration 5 days Destinations Palermo, Monreale, Cefalu, Catania, Mount Etna, Taormina Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Operator Click Tours From $3,020
36% Off- NZ$1,933You save $1,087
Duration 10 days Destinations Palermo, Monreale, Cefalu, Catania, Mount Etna, Taormina, Syracuse, Island of Ortigia, Noto, RagusaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Operator Click Tours From $5,728
36% Off- NZ$3,666You save $2,062
This deluxe motorcoach tour covers 16 Sicilian destinations from Palermo, featuring Monreale's Norman Cathedral and Marsala's wine country. Stays at 4-star hotels including Mercure Palermo Centro.
Duration 10 days Destinations Palermo, Monreale, Cefalu, Catania, Mount Etna, Taormina, Syracuse, Island of Ortigia, Noto, RagusaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Italian, Spanish Operator Click Tours From $5,710
36% Off- NZ$3,654You save $2,056
Airport car pickup in Palermo marks the start of this 380km Sicilian adventure. The route flows from Palermo to Monreale (20km), then to Catania (210km), followed by Taormina and Mt. Etna excursions (150km), before ending in Catania with airport drop-off.
Duration 5 days Destinations Palermo, Monreale, Catania, Taormina, Mount Etna Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator TUI Italia From $1,308
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What people love about Sicily Tours from Palermo
- Sicilian Secrets - Mini Tour of Sicily 5 days
The guide was very knowledgeable and itinerary was good but very full, especially in Palermo/Monreale. Hotels were comfortable with an excellent choice at buffet breakfasts. Most evenings dinner was at nearby local restaurants serving typical Sicilian food. Especially enjoyed the company of friendly fellow travellers.
- Sicilian Secrets – Tour of Sicily & Aeolian Islands
Placido was a great guide, knowledgeable & well organised with much patience! The hotel in Catania was the least desirable of all of them but there were a couple of above average ones (Agrigento & Taormina). Food options & quality varied a bit also. Nothing was terrible but some were very average. The pace of the tour was quite fast but I’m glad we were able to see so much of Sicily - the architecture & history was amazing! For the cost ( I utilised the single supplement to have a room of my own) I think the tour was good value for money - there’s no way I could do that much any other way. It might be a good idea to alert people that they may pay up to €30 extra per person per day for admission costs. I didn’t think the extra was exorbitant but some people like to factor that into their costs.
- Sicilian Secrets - Tour of Sicily 10 days from Palermo
I felt it was good value for money. The group was larger than l thought it would be with 34 people with 3 different languages. The guides did a great job but it became a bit drawn out. The hotels were good and we certainly saw a great deal of Sicily
What our customers ask about Sicily Tours from Palermo
What's the ideal length for a tour starting in Palermo to fully experience Sicily?
An 8-10 day tour from Palermo gives travelers enough time to see Sicily's main attractions without feeling rushed. This timeline lets you explore key sites like Monreale Cathedral Mount Etna and the Aeolian Islands at a comfortable pace. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The 10-day itinerary was perfect to see all the highlights without feeling rushed and our guide Lino made the experience exceptional."
What's the typical travel time from Palermo to popular destinations?
Key travel times from Palermo by coach include a 30-minute ride to Monreale 1 hour to Cefalù 2.5 hours to Mount Etna and 3 hours to Taormina. The coaches provide air conditioning and regular rest stops. One TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The drive times were very manageable and our guide made great stops along the way."
What are the most common starting locations for tours within Palermo?
Tours in Palermo start from three main spots: the Palazzo dei Normanni and Cappella Palatina complex the historic Mercato del Capo area and the Quattro Canti intersection. The Hotel Mercure Palermo Centro often serves as a meeting point while food-focused tours begin at the Ballaro or Capo markets. As one TourRadar traveler notes: "The places we visited were all fantastic especially starting from the historic center with its stunning architecture and lively markets."
What unique cultural experiences can I expect in the first days of tours starting from Palermo?
The first days in Palermo often include visits to the gold-adorned Cappella Palatina food tastings at local markets and hands-on cooking classes. Many tours take you through the Arab-Norman Cathedral and the Byzantine Church of Martorana. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The street food tour in Palermo's markets was an incredible way to start - our guide explained all the unique Sicilian specialties and let us sample everything from arancini to cannoli."
What are the best side trips available from Palermo in the first few days of tours?
Early tour days often feature trips to nearby attractions: Monreale's Norman Cathedral takes 30 minutes to reach the beach town of Mondello is 15 minutes away and the medieval town of Cefalù sits an hour from Palermo. One TourRadar reviewer noted: "The day trip to Monreale from Palermo was breathtaking - the cathedral's mosaics were incredible and offered a perfect contrast to Palermo's busy streets."
How far is the transfer from Palermo Airport to the city center hotels?
The airport transfer covers 32km and takes 45-60 minutes to reach central Palermo hotels. Tour operators typically arrange direct transport to properties like the Mercure Palermo Centro or Hotel Plaza Opera. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The transfer was smooth and well-organized taking us directly to our hotel in central Palermo."