Top Cefalù Day Trips

Take a break from busy Cefalù and spend some time exploring other parts of Sicily with this group day trip to Mount Etna and the hilltop resort of Taormina. Enjoy an itinerary that includes visiting two destinations, skipping the need to plan how to reach each independently by separate modes of transportation.

Visit Sicily’s Madonie Regional Natural Park on a day trip from Cefalu, and go from coastal metropolis to mountains in one day. The trip to the island’s north takes in medieval-era villages and a working farm as well as the verdant hills of Madonie. Enjoy a tasting of fresh ricotta at the farm, and enjoy a traditional alfresco lunch before the journey back to Cefalu.

See Sicily's top attractions on this day trip to Palermo and Monreale from Cefalu. Led by a local guide, take a scenic drive toward Monreale to see one of the world’s most stunning Norman churches. Afterward, enjoy a walking tour through the capital city of Palermo and explore the colorful outdoor markets. Top off your trip with a visit to the Capuchin Catacombs before concluding your tour back in Cefalu.

Superb and unique adventure through the most beautiful parks in Sicily starting from Cefalù towards the Etna volcano passing through the Madonie park to reach the largest park in Sicily "the Nebrodi" where we will make a coffee break in a high mountain refuge. Via mixed roads off-road we will cross the Nebrodi park to reach the Alcantara river park with a visit to the Byzantine Cuba. Arrived at the foot of Etna we will have a picnic lunch with typical local products in a quiet equipped area in the middle of nature. Reached slowly Provence, North Etna, our trekking route will begin along the craters of Monte Nero with various stops at panoramic points. Return to Cefalù in the evening.

Fantastic jeep adventure between history and culture Madonita through mixed off-road routes and mountain roads, we will visit the village of Pollina and Castelbuono.We will cross the park admiring wild animals and breathtaking landscapes in the wildest Sicily. Arrive at the village of Pollina perched on a rocky mountain at about 1000m, we will take a nice walk through its small and ancient medieval streets to get to the pink theater of Greek reproduction.From here you can enjoy a unique view of the Madonie Park and the Aeolian Islands.Our adventure continues, on off-road routes, in the direction of the canyons of Val Demone among ancient olive trees to reach the village of Castelbuono where we will have a small tasting of Fiasconaro panettone and tour inside the village with Sicilian street-food lunch or picnic in the woods at the foot of Pizzo Carbonara. Return to Cefalu descending among the wonderful vineyards of Santanastasia Abbey.

Arrival at the village of Pollina where we will visit the pink stone theater with a superb and unique view of the Madonie, in perfect time with the sunset for a good aperitif on the terrace overlooking the Aeolian Islands. The adventure continues in the direction of the village of Castelbuono with a tour through small "alleys" and dinner in a local trattoria based on typical products - it continues, at night through off-road routes, in the direction of the "briganti" bridge located in the valley of the gorges of Tiberius in the Madonie park where once the brigands waited for the carriages of the traders to collect the passage tax. Also via off-road routes you go up the valley surrounded by centuries-old olive trees with the possibility of sightings of numerous nocturnal animals - Arrival at the ancient villages of the mills of San Mauro, enchanting small villages set in the mountains - return on a panoramic coastal road. at night! to try absolutely!

Departure from Cefalù towards Castelbuono along an ancient route (off road) once used for trade, we will make several stops at spectacular panoramic points on the Madonie. Traveling along mountain roads we will reach one of the most beautiful villages in Italy "Petralia Soprana", a tour of the stone village with a medieval urban structure with characteristic narrow streets, churches and noble palaces. Petralia Soprana is the highest village in the Madonie, overlooking a wide landscape with a view of the snow-capped peaks of Etna. The adventure continues at an altitude of 1500 meters towards the locality of Piano Battaglia which is located in the heart of the Madonie massif, in a landscape and environmental context of high value. There will be numerous sightings of animals such as deer and Madonie eagles. The excursion continues towards the village of Isnello passing by the astronomical observatory. Lunch at the pin-nic with typical local products or trattoria.

Visit Europe’s highest volcano, Mount Etna, and Taormina on this private excursion. Despite being the world’s most active volcano, many reside on the slopes of Mount Etna, producing gourmet products such as honey and wine using the fertile volcanic soil. Enjoy tastings and lunch on the volcano and then head to the hilltop town of Taormina for a guided tour of its landmarks, including the ancient Greek theater.

Discover Etna and Taormina during this private full day tour with driver. Explore Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe, which has become a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will reach Taormina, one of the most beautiful and well-known cities in Sicily. You can experience the romance of Taormina, walking through its medieval streets. Discover unique scents, sounds and panoramas, such as the Greek-Roman Theater, the Corvaja Palace, the Church of S. Caterina, Piazza IX Aprile and the Duomo with its famous fountain.

Fantastic jeep adventure in the Nebrodi Park, full day along the park ridge on off-road routes in forests with unique flora and fauna in the world as "the taxi driver's wood" a place to experience the spectacle of primordial nature. We will visit Lake Maulazzo with pleasant walk along the shores and the lake “Biviere” at about 1300m with superb views of the volcano Etna. A wonderful off-road adventure with several stops at scenic points up to the fortresses of Crasto. Lunch will be at the picnic with tasting of local products including cheeses, cold cuts and typical Sicilian products. Along the way we will stop at panoramic points to take wonderful photos. We will take pleasant walks in the most suggestive places listening to the sounds of the Nebrodi forest. There will be numerous sightings of animals in the wild. Minibar included.

our tour to the Halaesa valley is a unique experience of culture, art and nature. We will cross a fabulous and wild territory through ancient "trazzere" admiring typical flora and fauna of the area. We will visit the largest open-air museum of Europe of the famous patron A.Presti and the archaeological site of Halaesa. Lunch in a typical trattoria or in a chalet in the woods.

Explore the cultural treasures of Palermo and Monreale, two of Sicily's most iconic destinations. Start your journey in Monreale, famous for its stunning Cathedral decorated with golden mosaics depicting biblical scenes, and enjoy breathtaking views of the valley. Afterwards, head to Palermo, where you can visit the Norman Palace and the Palatine Chapel, admiring intricate Byzantine art. Stroll through the lively markets of Ballarò and Vucciria, where the scents and colors of Sicilian cuisine come to life. This private transfer tour offers a comfortable way to experience the rich history and vibrant culture of these extraordinary cities. Private transportation for a comfortable experience Visit to the extraordinary Cathedral of Monreale Explore Palermo's historical monuments, including the Norman Palace Enjoy free time in local markets for an authentic taste of Sicily