Top Sicily Day Trips

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Mt. Etna is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and shouldn’t be missed when visiting Sicily, but reaching the active volcano—and getting around once there—are tough without a 4WD-equipped vehicle. On this full-day tour, get access to rugged locations standard cars can’t reach, and embark on a short hike through craters and lava flows. Top it off with a Sicilian lunch and visit to Alcantara Gorge.

Etna and Alcantara Gorges Excursion with lunch

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $104

The Godfather tour Sicily

4.6

(257)

from $69

Skip the hassle of navigating Sicily’s hill towns on your own and make the most of limited time in port. This tour connects two of the region’s most scenic spots, pairing Castelmola’s sweeping views of Mt. Etna with Taormina’s lively streets and coastal panoramas. Enjoy a smooth, guided experience that lets you explore, shop, and take in the highlights without the stress of planning.

Taormina and Castelmola Tour from Messina

Tour Etna and Wine Tasting

(737)

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Agrigento : Valley of the Temples Day Trip from Palermo

4.9

(378)

from $169

9 hours

3.9

(164)

from $79

Skip the large tour groups in Sicily, and opt for an intimate, private day trip instead. With a private driver whose focus is your personal group, see ancient Greek and Roman ruins at Neapolis Archaeological Park in Syracuse, stroll through Ortigia's small streets to shop for Sicilian products, and discover UNESCO-listed baroque architecture in Noto. Even better: A hotel or port pickup and drop-off service is also covered.

Siracusa - Ortigia & Noto Tour

4.5

(78)

from $255

Etna Morning Trip

(1,350)

from $69

The Godfather Movie Tour

4.9

(325)

from $116

Siracusa,Ortigia and Noto Tour

4.6

(87)

from $116

Marvel over the geological wonders of Mount Etna on this action-packed small-group tour from Catania. Soak up the dramatic scenery of Europe’s highest active volcano as you trek along its paths, explore a cave formed by lava, and taste local products. Then, spend the afternoon enjoying your free time in Taormina, among medieval churches, ancient Greek theater, and a lively shopping district.

Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover an excavated Roman villa and UNESCO-listed temples on this full-day tour of Villa Romana del Casale and the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento. After leaving Palermo with your driver, you’ll travel to Piazza Armerina to explore the famous mosaic-embellished Roman villa. Then, continue to the Valley of the Temples to discover a world of Greek mythology, tyrannical rulers, and ruins—guide included.

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Agrigento Valley of the Temples and Villa Romana del Casale Tour from Palermo

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Taormina is one of the most spectacular cities in Sicily, but its crowds and heat can be daunting. Take a break with this half-day sailboat cruise along the coastline to admire highlights like the bays of Spisone and Mazzarò, Blue Grotto, and Isola Bella. Drop anchor to swim and snorkel in the turquoise waters or relax on board with drinks and snacks while learning about the local history and lore.

(152)

from $142

Sailing Tour Taormina Bay

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(144)

from $82

8-Hour Boat Tour from Castellammare del Golfo to San Vito Lo Capo

Trapani’s coast—home to must-see sights such as Zingaro Reserve and the seaside village of San Vito Lo Capo—is best explored by boat. But larger vessels aren’t permitted to stop on beaches, meaning you mostly admire the coastal landscapes without stopping. Designed for a more immersive experience, this full-day tour by rubber dinghy gives you greater flexibility, letting you stop to swim or snorkel in all the main coves.

8-Hour Boat Tour from Castellammare del Golfo to San Vito Lo Capo

Discover a side of Palermo that many other visitors miss—and enjoy a personalized and luxurious experience that’s tailored to you—on this private, half-day boat tour. Set off at a time that’s best for you, and meet your vessel and crew right at the marina. Once aboard, head for coastal areas that only locals know, from coastal grottoes to idyllic swimming spots. Between stops, relax with drinks and snacks on board.

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Private Boat Tour on the Palermo Coast

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $220

Indulge your love of food and wine on this all-day tour of the Etna countryside. After a convenient hotel pickup, learn about the region’s history and culture from a local guide as you cruise through scenic Sicilian villages. Stop at a family-run winery and an antique farmhouse with delicious food. Enjoy wine tastings and samples of local cheeses, salami, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes.

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Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private)

Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private)

Step away from Palermo for a day to discover two of Sicily’s unsung attractions on the island’s west side. This day-long tour visits the medieval hill town of Erice where views cascade down to the sea, and the town of Marsala, famous for its sweet wine and salt plains. Lunch and wine are included mid-tour, and you’ll get the lowdown on the Sicilian towns from an attentive driver-guide.

From Palermo Sicilian Retreat Erice & Marsala Tour with Lunch

From Palermo Sicilian Retreat Erice & Marsala Tour with Lunch

9 hoursFree Cancellation

(85)

from $108

Behind every tour is a story, my story. A tale of freedom and adventure that I want to share with you. This work represents the realization of a great little dream: the desire and passion to work on the boat, together with the love for the sea. Not a simple boat tour, but an exciting adventure to discover unspoilt places, accessible only by sea, away from the mass tourist routes. Create unforgettable memories with a personalized tour, designed to fulfill your every wish. Experience and professionalism. People/couples looking for peace? Days of pure relaxation in quiet bays, with soft music and aperitifs at sunset. Families with children? Safe and fun adventures for the whole family, with snorkeling activities suitable for children. Adventure lovers? Explorations of sea caves and fun dives. Included in the tour, snorkeling equipment and fresh fruit. Max 4 people, up to 6 with small children.

Lipari Private Boat Tour from Lipari, Salina Optional 4/8h

Lipari Private Boat Tour from Lipari, Salina Optional 4/8h

4 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

The crystal-clear seas off western Sicily are home to the idyllic Aegadian islands of Favignana and Levanzo, but their isolated location makes them hard to reach. On this tour, cruise through the coastal waters in a small boat and drop the anchor at locations not accessible to larger boats. Learn of historic battles between the Romans and Carthaginians with on-board commentary from your guide, with free time to snorkel at your leisure.

(10)

from $233

Per group

Boat Tour Egadi Day discover Favignana and Levanzo from Trapani

Boat Tour Egadi Day discover Favignana and Levanzo from Trapani

4.9

(1,220)

from $108

Explore the Sicilian coast on this all-day sightseeing excursion. After catching a private bus, travel to Taormina and check out its ancient landmarks, bustling shops and bars, and views of Europe’s largest active volcano, Mt. Etna. Learn about the city’s history and culture from an optional guide and head to beautiful Isola Bella by boat, catching views of Baia di Naxos, Capo Taormina, and Grotta Azzurra.

Taormina and Isola Bella Day Tour with Boat Trip from Messina

Mount Etna Day Trip from Taormina

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4.3

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See the volcanic landscape of Mount Etna, then stroll the hilltop town of Taormina on a full-day tour from Messina that explores Sicily’s remarkable landscape, architecture, and culture. See the mountains lava landscapes, and time to take in Taormina’s ancient Roman streets, theater, and monuments with the guide. This full-day tour includes pickup and drop-off at the Messina port or Cathedral Square, and transport in a climate-controlled coach.

Etna and Taormina Tour from Messina

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from $140

Sicily's Aeolian Islands are considered among the most picturesque in the Mediterranean. Visit two in one day with this private boat tour that cruises around both Lipari and Vulcano. Set off on the beautiful mahogany “Eoliana” and spend the day exploring the most dazzling beaches and stretches of coastline on both islands. Enjoy free time on Vulcano to climb to the crater's edge, soak in the thermal mud baths, and relax on the volcanic sand beaches.

Faraglioni di Lipari and Vulcano in the background
Aeolian Aeolian Excursions

Lipari and Vulcano Private Boat Tour (7 hours)

Full Day Boat Tour San Vito Lo Capo to Castellammare del Golfo

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from $687

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What are people saying about Sicily

Etna Morning Trip

Katherine_P, Jul 2026

A trip to book if you want to feel special!

What a trip! Just 8 of us with the guide and you walk off the main track so your not crowded by other tours. Tour guide was so friendly, super knowledgeable and made sure we had fun, were looked after and really made every moment count. Definitely book this!

Etna, Wine and Alcantara Tour - From Taormina

Peter_B, Jul 2026

Roberto was a fantastic...

Roberto was a fantastic guide - very knowledgeable, very good English and very good sense of humour!! He really helped make to most of what was a very wet and murky day. Learned a lot about the volcano which the Sicilians clearly love - all very excited as it had just become quite active. Great wine with lunch. The gorge was a bit of an anti-climax. Not really worth the effort. Great day out despite the weather

The Godfather Movie Tour

Caterina_F, Jun 2026

Best Godfather tour

An excellent tour one of the best that I’ve been on and one of the highlights was visiting Castello Delle Schiavi. This was where Apollonia was killed in the car and where Michael Corleone died outside the castle on a chair. Carmelo was our driver and guide for the day. He was excellent in informing us of certain scenes and areas that were used during the filming.

Etna and Alcantara Gorges Excursion with lunch

MARY_C, Jun 2026

Fascinating view of Mt...

Fascinating view of Mt Etna! Massimo did a great job personalizing our trip since my group wanted a shorter hike. Our favorite part was the the Alacantara Gorge. Recommend wearing. Bathing suit under your clothes and good walking shoes and bring water shoes.

Full Day Taormina and Castelmola Tour with Messina Shore Excursion

Shannon_B, Jun 2026

Go see these places with Mariarita of Discover Messina!

We loved this day outing! Our guide Mariarita was exceptional and shared information and made recommendations as we drove for various places to check out in the area. Gorgeous views of Mt Etna in Castelmola! Her guided walking tour in Taormina and at the theater was also enjoyable and engaging. She clearly likes what she does! Our driver, Lorenzo, navigated the crazy roads with ease. Heartily recommend this tour and Mariarita in particular.

Favignana and Levanzo, Egadi islands tour by boat from Trapani

constance_r, Jun 2026

AMAZING!!! Perfect day

Book This trip !!! It was amazing. We had the best time. It was absolutely fantastic. Mike was a great captain. We met new friends we had the best time. The stops for swimming were beautiful. The stop in Favignana for lunch was absolutely delicious. I highly recommend you book this. It was absolutely the best value for the money. They served fresh fruit that was delicious we had beer water and prosecco. My only regret was that we had so much fun and so busy chatting with new friends we forgot to tip Mike which makes me feel terrible. Do yourself a favor and book immediately. 🙌🏻😎❤️💯🥂

Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania

Elisa_S, Jun 2026

Alessio was tremendous!

Spectacular 9-hour trip with just 6 others in our group. We hiked Etna, visited the Grotta dei Tre Livelli wearing helmets (thank goodness!) and carrying lamps, stopped at MYETNA for tastings of olive oils, pistachio Nutella, honeys, and liquors made of prickly pear, lemon, etc. as well as white and red wines. We had 2 hours of free time in Taormina for lunch and riding the Funivia. Alessio was a terrific guide through it all. 100% recommend!

The Godfather tour Sicily

Mel_B, May 2026

Say hello to a great experience

What a great tour. So convenient as you are picked up and dropped off at your hotel. The van is roomy and air conditioned. Marcello is an amazing guide. He gives you an insight into the Godfather movie better than anyone can. The tour walks you through various scenes from the movie as you walk the same steps as they did. Such a cool experience. Marcello provides both perspectives, the director and the perspective of the Italians and their traditions. You learn about the region as well as the two villages you visit. I loved these small hilltop villages as it shines the beauty of Italy. It was a nice break away from all the hustle and bustle of Taormina. There are plenty of spots for beautiful pictures. The views are breathtaking. There is no lunch, but at the second village you can buy small bites. We bought some freshly baked bread with olives in it, so delicious. We also bought cookies that were freshly baked and olive oil. The prices were all reasonable. Marcello is Italian and can be hard to understand his English sometimes, but that’s what I loved. The true Italian experience. My only suggestion is if you haven’t watched the movie or it’s been a while since you last watched it, try to watch the movies (there are 3) before the tour. The tour and information will be more meaningful. If not, you’ll still enjoy it. The amount of time is perfect. After the tour you still have you’re whole day ahead of you. Thank you Marcello for your passion for the movie and it’s history, your sense of humor, and your amazing driving skills.

Mount Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Taormina

michael_j, May 2026

Great Mt Etna tour

Lorenzo (our guide) was excellent. A safe driver and super knowledgeable about volcanos (not just Mt Etna). The tour experience on Mt Etna resulted in some rain, but no big deal. We had a great trip seeing Mt Etna up close. Lorenzo made the trip extra memorable. Thank you for a great experiance.

Giardini Naxos Taormina Isola Bella Blue Grotto Boat Tour

Kelly_C, May 2026

Relaxing and Beautiful Tour

We loved this tour! It was a beautiful and fun experience out on the water. This tour is such a special experience to be able to see Taormina and the surrounding areas from a different perspective. The water is so stunning and it was so nice to stop and swim. The guides are thoughtful and the refreshments were delicious.

Taormina and Isola Bella Day Tour with Boat Trip from Messina

Jodi_M, Jul 2025

A perfect day in Sicily!

This was my favorite tour. Sara our guide was the best. She was knowledgeable, friendly and fun. We were able to see so much. Being on the boat was amazing. We swam and saw breath taking views. We also had time to shop and eat ay a wonderful restaurant over looking the ocean. It was perfect!