Tour Details
Tour Type: Private Tour
Duration: 8 Days
From – To: Palermo – Palermo
Destinations: Palermo, Cefalù, Piazza Armerina, Catania, Mount Etna, Taormina, Siracusa and Ortigia, Noto, Ragusa, Modica, Agrigento, Marsala, Erice, Monreale
Overview:
This tour offers a comprehensive exploration of Sicily, combining iconic historical sites such as the Valley of the Temples and Mount Etna with charming coastal towns and authentic experiences, wine tasting and street food.
Embark on an eight-day journey through Sicily, discovering its rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture. From the ancient ruins of Agrigento to the charming streets of Taormina, this tour offers a diverse and unforgettable experience. Explore world-renowned sites such as the Valley of the Temples, Mount Etna and the Baroque cities of Noto and Ragusa.
Indulge in authentic Sicilian cuisine, including wine tasting and street food, and immerse yourself in the island’s vibrant atmosphere. With a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, this tour is perfect for travelers seeking an unforgettable adventure in Sicily.
Minimum Pax & Pricing (2026):
| Minimum Pax | Per Person Rate (AUD) | |
|---|---|---|
| From 1st of January to 7th of March 2026 And From 1st of November to 15th of December 2026 |
From 8th of March to 31st of October 2026 And From 16th of December to 31st of December 2026 |
|
| 6 pax | $3,999.00 | $3,799.00 |
| 5 pax | $3,799.00 | $4,199.00 |
| 4 pax | $4,399.00 | $4,799.00 |
| 3 pax | $5,299.00 | $5,699.00 |
| 2 pax | $6,299.00 | $6,999.00 |
| Single Supplement | $899.00 | $1,040.00 |
Hotels (4-star or similar):
| City | Hotel |
|---|---|
| Palermo | Hotel Federico II or similar **** |
| Catania | Hotel Katane Palace or similar **** |
| Ragusa | Poggio del Sole Resort or similar **** |
| Agrigento | Hotel Della Valle or similar **** |
Rate Includes:
- Accommodation in 4-star hotels
- 5 dinners at hotel or local restaurant
- Car or minivan with English-speaking Driver at disposal from Day 2 to Day 7 (included) according to the itinerary
- Arrival and departure transfers (Palermo Airport)
- Chocolate tasting in Modica
- Winery visit & wine tasting in Marsala
- Street food experience in Palermo
- Local guide for the Valley of the Temples (Agrigento)
- Half-day local guide for Palermo walking tour
Rate Does Not Include:
- Meals not clearly indicated
- Beverages
- Entrance fees at monuments
- City Tax (some City Councils may introduce a tourist tax payable directly at the Hotel)
- Everything not expressly listed under “Rate Includes”
Cancellation Fees:
- 100% penalty for NO SHOW and until 7 days before the beginning of the tour
- 75% penalty from 8 to 15 days before the beginning of the tour
- 50% penalty from 16 to 30 days before the beginning of the tour
- 30% penalty from 31 to 60 days before the beginning of the tour
Additional Notes:
Driver Escort: is not a Licensed Tourist Guide and cannot escort people inside monuments per Italian regulations. They provide orientation and basic historical & cultural information.
Licensed Tourist Guide: is the only professional, with a Regional license, permitted to conduct visits and tours in all sites and museums in a city.
Day 1: PALERMO
Private transfer from Palermo airport to your 4****Hotel.
Dinner in Hotel or local restaurant.
Overnight.
Day 2: PALERMO – CEFALU’ – PIAZZA ARMERINA – CATANIA AREA
After a buffet breakfast, depart to Cefalù, charming coastal town, a former fishing village which is also home to a breathtaking Norman Cathedral, famous for its Mosaic of Christ Pantocractor – a stunning Byzantine mosaic that’s considered as one of the most important pieces of religious artwork in Sicily.
Take a stroll to the city centre and down main street to reach the Cathedral and the medieval wash-house built in the rock. Proceed to Piazza Armerina in the inland of Sicily: lunch on your own.
In the afternoon, visit the worldwide known Villa Romana del Casale: it is the richest, largest and most complex collection of late Roman mosaics in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Continue to Catania.
Accommodation, dinner and overnight at your 4**** hotel.
Day 3: CATANIA – MOUNT ETNA– TAORMINA – CATANIA AREA
After a buffet breakfast, weather conditions permitting, an excursion to Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe. Across a fascinating landscape, we will reach a height of 1900 metres to visit the Sylvester Craters, where you can enjoy a spectacular panorama over the Ionian Sea.
Proceed to Taormina, a charming city called “the pearl of the Ionian Sea”, founded in 400 BC and beautifully located overlooking the sea and the peak of Mount Etna.
Free time for lunch .
Enjoy time at leisure to shop for handmade lace, coral jewels, ceramics, home-made sweets and preserves down “Corso Umberto” or simply walk through its tiny streets. Individual visit of the fascinating Greek-Roman theatre.
Back to your Hotel in Catania, dinner and overnight.
Day 4: CATANIA – SIRACUSA – NOTO - RAGUSA
After a buffet breakfast, depart to Syracuse to visit the most beautiful Greek colony of Sicily. Visit of the archaeological park “Neapolis”, including the famous Latomie of the Paradise, the Greek Theatre and the Dyonisios “Ear”.
Visit the island of Ortigia, the small baroque old city centre of Siracusa: here you can admire the Cathedral, which is built on the site of the Temple of Minerva, the legendary “Fontana Arethusa” and the Temple of Apollo.
Time at leisure in Ortigia and lunch on your own.
In the afternoon, proceed to Noto, one of the most beautiful cities in Sicily renowned for the harmony and unity of its Baroque style and today declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The splendid cathedral is one of the most famous buildings in Noto.
Proceed to Ragusa.
Accommodation, dinner and overnight at your Hotel 4****
Day 5: RAGUSA – MODICA chocolate tasting – AGRIGENTO (guided vist of the Valley of the Temples included)
After a buffet breakfast, visit of the ancient city Ragusa “Ibla”, cradle of Sicilian baroque, with its Cathedral, situated in the beautiful square of the Dome and the “giardino Ibleo”. Depart to Modica to visit the city divided into two parts: Modica “Bassa” and “Alta”.
Modica is also a UNESCO site and is famous for its Baroque churches and scenographic squares; tasting of the famous chocolate made with ancient methods brought to Sicily with Spanish domination.
Lunch on your own.
Continue to Agrigento and in the afternoon, visit the magnificent Valley Of Temples of Agrigento, a UNESCO World Heritage Site: the Temple of Concord, which is in almost perfectly preserved conditions, Juno and Heracles which represent the most beautiful example of the Greek Civilization in Sicily.
Accommodation, dinner and overnight your 4**** hotel.
Day 6: AGRIGENTO – MARSALA visit of a winery & wine tasting – ERICE - PALERMO
After a buffet breakfast, depart to Marsala, a city on the western coast famous for its production of sweet Sicilian wine. Visit of the historical centre and stop to a prestigious winery, where You can enjoy a wine tasting and learn about local production.
Lunch on your own.
Proceed to Erice, charming medieval town situated on a hill in panoramic position over Trapani and the Mediterranean sea .
Transfer to Palermo. Accommodation at your Hotel 4****.
Dinner on your own.
Day 7: PALERMO – MONREALE – PALERMO (guided walking tour of Palermo included)
After a buffet breakfast, visit of the capital of Sicily Palermo, one of the richest towns in the island for its history and art: the wonderful Arab-Norman Cathedral (during the Holy Mass, exterior visit only); the Norman palace (outside) with the amazing Cappella Palatina, mirable example from an historical and an artistic point of view, of how different cultures, religions and way of thinking apparently incompatible can coexist; the debated fountain in Pretoria Square, adorned with XVI century sculptures; the most beautiful baroque church in Palermo, Santa Caterina and its cloister.
Stop for a special experience of Street food. Then proceed to Monreale to visit its huge Norman Cathedral, proclaimed the Eighth Wonder of the World.
The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure.
Overnight in your Hotel.
Day 8: PALERMO
After a buffet breakfast, private transfer to Palermo airport.
End of the Tour.
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