Top Palermo Historical Tours - page 2

Monreale & Cefalù: A Journey into Sicilian Arab-Norman Heritage with a Local Driver Experience the best of Sicily’s Arab-Norman heritage with this relaxing tour, guided by a knowledgeable local driver. **Monreale:** Marvel at the stunning Monreale Cathedral, famed for its medieval mosaics and architectural brilliance—a true masterpiece of Arab-Norman art. Cefalù: Discover this charming coastal town with its beautiful beaches, historic streets, and the iconic Cefalù Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing impressive Byzantine mosaics. Travel in comfort as your driver ensures a seamless journey, combining history, culture, and natural beauty for an unforgettable Sicilian experience.

Spend an unforgettable day exploring Mt Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe, on this day trip from Palermo. See the looming mountain up close and learn about its unique landscapes, studied since the Greek period.

The ape car tour allows us in a short time, given the small size of the vehicle, to get to know them most hidden corners of the city in a very comfortable and nice way making a summary of the city! With the possibility for those who have more time to be able to customize their tours.

On this two-for-one, full-day private tour, you’ll discover top historical sights in both Monreale—famous for its mosaic-filled 12th-century cathedral—and stunning, seaside Cefalù. Travel comfortably by air-conditioned minivan, with bottled water and hotel transfers included. You’ll also enjoy free time to browse local boutiques.

Maximize your time in Palermo with this sightseeing tour, which showcases the best of the city and the surrounding region. Visit the hillside town of Monreale, known for its Norman cathedral and 12th-century mosaics, explore Palermo’s historic center, and enjoy beach time at the seaside resort of Mondello.

Discover the "Divine Coast,"a UNESCO World Heritage site and Italy' s most iconic stretch of shoreline. This full-day journey takes you through a landscape of vertical villages,fragrant lemon groves,and dramatic cliffs plunging into the turquoise Mediterranean Sea. Your chauffer will guide you along the curving coastal road providing you with running commentary on the Aerea’ s culture and traditions and of course with some stop for pictures at best viewpoint. Discover POSITANO the Pearl of the Amalfi coast, a unique and rare village of its kind. Continuing towards AMALFI on the natural coastal road you will admire the fishing village of PRAIANO and the narrow inlet of the FIORDO DI FURORE. Enjoy some free time in AMALFI, visiting the majestic Duomo of St. Andrea, the paper museum or simply drinking a lemon granita in one of the many cafes. RAVELLO with its panoramic gardens, inspirations for many artists, with villa Cimbrione and its breathtaking Terrace of Infinity.

Visit some of the most beautiful parts of Western Sicily with this day trip from Palermo to Erice, Segesta, Nubia and the Trapani Salt Pans. Visit an archaeological excavation at Segesta. Take in the excellent views from the hilltop town of Erice. See how sea salt is still collected off the Sicilian coast at the Salt Pans of Trapani.

Enjoy the freedom and flexibility to explore Santo Stefano di Camastra, Corleone, and Cefalù on your own during this full-day self-guided tour from Palermo. All transportation from your hotel and between towns is included.

On this full-day tour from Palermo, you’ll be driven to three of Sicily’s most stunning and history-packed destinations. Enjoy free time to explore the castle town of Castelbuono, the hillside town of Monreale, and the originally Greek seaside hub of Cefalu. Discover the region’s Arab-Norman roots with optional visits to the opulent Cappella Palatina and 14th-century Castelbuono.

Discover ancient ruins left over from the Greeks on this private excursion. Enjoy pickup from the Palermo area and head to Agrigento, where you can find the UNESCO-listed Temple Valley. Learn about its ancient history and explore its many sites before heading to the seaside to see the white cliffs dubbed the "Turkish Stairway.”

Discover the ancient origins of Sicily during this private sightseeing tour from the Palermo region. Visit the town of Erice, famous for its sweet confections and for being associated with the goddess of fertility. Then, explore Marsala’s historic center and the archaeological treasures of Mozia, an island rich with Phoenician, Greek, and Roman heritage. This is not a guided tour but a private, English-speaking driver is included.

Cover two of Sicily’s most iconic locations in this full-day tour of Monte Etna and Taormina. Explore the slopes and lava fields of the UNESCO-listed volcanic crater, with optional hikes or all-terrain drives to the top. Then, head to Taormina, where you walk along the main street, organize a visit to the famed Greek-Roman Theatre, or simply relax in a café.

Experience your Palermo vacation on your own, listening to the audio content of our app on your smartphone. It will be like having at your side a tour guide who will tell you the history, points of interest and curiosities of the city. Once organized, take your first step into town as your audio guide tells you surprising facts and curiosities about its streets. Look up at monuments and increase your understanding. Benefit from an audio guide without an expiry date plus no tickets to collect or meeting place. Listen to the audio guide online, or offline. The audio content is professionally created by a group of top authors and interpreted by TV and radio professionals. The smartphone is yours and you will therefore not have contact with unsanitary devices provided by third parties

The tour will allow you to visit in detail the beautiful monuments of the city and give you the opportunity to try the specialties of Sicilian street food.

Although Sicily is an island, crossing distances between the capital and destinations along the coast—especially along the south and west sides—can be tiring and time-consuming. This private tour from Palermo includes hotel pickup and lets a guide take care of the drive, followed by a personalized tour of the strikingly well-preserved Valley of the Temples archeological site.

Check off two blockbuster sights in Sicily in one day with this private tour from Palermo. Save hours with a private driver and head directly to the volcanic slopes of Mt. Etna. Marvel at the views from the Rifugio Sapienza or take the cable car (extra charge) to the peak. Then continue on to the historic city of Taormina to admire treasures like the Greek Theater and Corvaja Palace.

This is an private tour, only for your group or family. You will visit the two most beautiful and famous seaside resorts in Sicily that are absolutely unmissable.you will visit the Riserva dello Zingaro, you can swim, sunbathe or relax on the beach. You will visit the village of Scopello where you can taste the local specialties. You will visit the town of Castellammare del Golfo. all in maximum tranquility and comfort, with a driver who knows perfectly the places always available, who will be able to advise you and suggest the best.

Cefalù is the ideal place for those who love to get lost in ancient villages. It is the city of colors, its narrow streets with hanging clothes, the fishermen's houses with balconies overlooking the sea. Traditional cuisine, the crystal clear sea, are an irresistible attraction but Cefalù has much, much more to offer! Located in the center of an area of great naturalistic interest, Geraci Siculo is a small village steeped in history and art, surrounded by nature and full of magic. With its ancient origins and an urban layout dating back to the Middle Ages, this place has numerous secrets to show to travelers.

Enjoy Palermo’s great architecture and wonderful sights during this private tour with your own private official tour guide. Your official tour guide will be waiting for you at your hotel lobby, in front of your apartment building or in a fixed encounter point. You will also have the chance to visit Monreale. An Italian municipality in the province of Palermo. This charming town is one of the most visited in Sicily. It is the perfect place to relax and also to enjoy the wonderful nature and architecture that characterises this town. Palermo is known as the city of delights, for it’s beautiful mosques, palaces and gardens. The city has been home of many different cultures during all it’s history. Palermo is Sicily’s touristic and economic capital, offers beautiful weather all year round and a fantastic gastronomy. Enjoy this private tour of Monreale and Palermo with your private driver and official tour guide. You are allowed to bring your own food or snacks.

Italy is famous for its excellent Roman ruins, but many don’t know that the Italian island of Sicily is home to some of the most spectacular ancient Greek temples in the world. With this private tour, admire the highlights of the Valley of the Temples archaeological site outside Agrigento with a guide, saving time with skip-the-line tickets and a direct round-trip transfer from Palermo.

This tour is ideal for those who love the sea. The places you will visit represent the history of Sicily and the love of the Sicilians for the sea. A tour to taste, smell, admire and feel on your skin. Experience that will make you fall in love with Sicily and will create a deep bond with this island. A tour that will become an indelible memory and a reason to return

The archaeological sites of Selinunte and Segesta rank among the oldest and most important ruins in Sicily. On this private tour, reach both sites in one day with your guide, and uncover 2,700 years of culture and history. Explore ancient temples, excavated ruins, and beautiful landscapes—with round-trip travel from your Palermo hotel included.

Spend time exploring Monreale's glorious Duomo, Cathedral and Cloister, and the medieval town of Cefalù during this half-day trip from Palermo. Travel to Monreale for a 1-hour Duomo tour. Then, travel to charming Cefalù for a tour that includes the Duomo, medieval wash house, Mandralisca Museum and more. You will be picked up at the meeting point you requested and will leave for Monreale where, after 30 minutes on the road, you will stop for 1.5 hours. You will then leave in the direction of Cefalù where, after an hour on the highway, you will stop for 2.5 hours. So all aboard towards Palermo.

the tour was organized to admire the beauty of the western part of Sicily, the wonderful medieval village of Erice, the archaeological site of Segesta and to taste the real Sicilian cannoli produced by local people