Top Sicily Day Trips

Sunset on the Volcano – Epic Mt. Etna Adventure from Taormina

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience a different side of Sicily on a full-day tour to Mt. Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe. Your guide shares informative commentary about the history, geology, and wildlife of Mt. Etna as you take nature walks, tour a cave created by lava flows, and see old volcanic craters. Select from hiking or cable car options to customize your visit, then end the day by visiting a wine cellar to sample the local vino. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Catania.

Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Catania

Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Catania

Italian Opera in Taormina

Vendicari Nature Reserve Tour

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Etna Morning From Catania

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Mount Etna Day Trip from Taormina

7 hoursFree Cancellation

The best way to connect with any local culture is through food, and nowhere is this more true than Sicily. With this cooking class, shop for ingredients at the market in Taormina like a local before learning how to prepare a variety of traditional Sicilian dishes with Chef Massimo in his restaurant kitchen. Enjoy the fruits of our labors over lunch afterwards, served with two local wines.

COOKING CLASS in Taormina at Chef Massimo HOUSE!!

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Sicily’s small towns bring sea views, medieval and ancient history, and vibrant culture. This full-day tour visits the towns of Taormina, Savoca, and Castelmola in a small group setting. Your first stop is medieval Savoca and its Bar Vitelli, where scenes from The Godfather were filmed. Next, you’ll explore the terraced seaside town of Taormina, followed by the mountaintop town of Castelmola.

Taormina, Savoca and Castelmola small group tour with lunch

Taormina Food and Wine Walking Tour (Small Group or Private)

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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. Your professional driver provides basic historical information but is not an authorized guide and cannot escort inside monuments.

Full Day City Tour in Palermo, Monreale and Mondello from Palermo

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

ETNA CENTRAL CRATER EXCURSION (3,345 m a.s.l.)

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Etna Morning Tour (starting from Catania)

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

This tour makes it easier than ever to get up close and personal with Mt. Etna: Europe’s highest active volcano, and one of Sicily’s most visible landmarks. Journey to Rifugio Sapienza, at Etna’s base, before your trek; all equipment is included, and an add-on journey to its crater is available (own expense). Next, explore the volcano’s lava caves before stopping at an area farm for a sampling of local products.

Mt. Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Catania

7 hoursFree Cancellation

UNESCO–listed Syracuse, Ortigia Island, and Noto are three of eastern Sicily’s most beautiful coastal settlements, with a history dating back to the days of the ancient Greeks. This full-day tour takes you to all three sites in one day, with round-trip travel from Catania, Taormina, and surrounding areas included. Discover Roman ruins in Neapolis, and admire beautiful baroque architecture in Noto—with your guide on hand to bring Sicily’s history to life.

Syracuse, Ortygia, Noto small group Tour from Catania with lunch

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Sicily has many must-see destinations, but it can be difficult to reach them all without a car. This private excursion from Catania offers a convenient solution with an itinerary that covers the southern slopes and craters of Mt. Etna, the medieval village of Castelmola, and Taormina—the city of recent “White Lotus” fame. Get to know all three in just one day, and enjoy added perks such as almond wine, too.

Etna - Taormina - Castelmola

Discover the beauty of Sicily's historic cities during a full-day tour, visit the fascinating city of Syracuse and admire its Roman and Greek ruins including the Greek Theater, the Latomie del Paradiso, the ear of Dionysus, the 'Roman amphitheater. Continue to the island of Ortigia, the heart of Syracuse, and explore its narrow streets and the fascinating Fountain of Arethusa, a source of fresh water that forms a basin with papyrus plants. Travel to the city of Noto, known for its golden color and known as the baroque jewel of eastern Sicily.

Private Day Tour to Syracuse and Noto

Taormina Sunset Aperitif on-Board

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Take a break from the bustle and crowds in Syracuse and visit a pristine natural reserve that most tourists never see with this private walking tour. Enjoy hotel pickup and transportation directly from the heart of the city to the Pantalica Nature Reserve, then join your guide for a leisurely walk. Take in the lush landscape and ancient ruins of Europe’s largest necropolis along an easy path suitable for all ages.

Pantalica Nature Reserve Walking Tour

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Many cooking classes in Italy focus on complex dishes that require solid kitchen skills. On this beginner-friendly experience, learn insider tips and tricks to mastering classical Italian pizza no matter what your skill level. Under the expert tutelage of a local pizzaiolo (pizza chef) instructor, you’ll make dough from scratch and top it with traditional ingredients. Pick up easy-to-learn tips and techniques, then sit down to savor your hard-earned Sicilian feast with soft drinks to accompany your meal.

Half-Day Pizza Making Class in Taormina

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Egadi Islands Boat Tour: Favignana & Levanzo from Trapani

The volcanic landscapes around Mt. Etna draw travelers from far and wide. This adventurous full-day tour from Taormina includes a visit to the Parco dell’Etna for a guided exploration of a lava cave and a trek to 6,500 feet (2,000 meters) above sea level near Rifugio Sapienza, where you can admire Etna’s stunning volcanic scenery. Plus, delve deep into the Alcantara Gorges—home to lava formations shaped over millions of years.

Mt. Etna and Alcantara river full day tour from Taormina

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Sample the best of Sicily—without needing to plan a thing yourself—with this full-day tour, combining wine tasting, a village stop, and scenic views. Taste Sicilian wines at a winery on the slopes of Mt. Etna and find out how well it works with local dishes. Tour an ancient village that has spectacular views over the Alcantara Valley. And all the while, admire the impressive volcano looming over the landscape.

Wine Tasting Tour from Taormina

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Monreale, Cefalù & Castelbuono Tour, from Palermo area

Catania: Etna Sunset Tour, Lava Cave by Jeep & Van

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Etna excursion 3000 meters with 4x4 cable car and Trekking

Simon_T, Oct 2026

Fantastic guided trip up Etna

This trip is an absolute must do if in Sicily. The guide we had was absolutely excellent, providing just the right amount of information to keep it super interesting but not over board with facts. The terrain is challenging and with the mix of sulphur gas and dust this should only be attempted if you are in full health. Can fully recommend this trip to anyone who wants to visit Etna and feel it was fantastic value for money

Etna and Alcantara Gorges Excursion with lunch

Cosimo_D, Oct 2026

Exciting but sometimes challenging hike.

Very nice experience and Vincenzo and his father were excellent guides and very helpful. Beautiful scenery and exciting hike. Would not recommend for those who might have difficulty going up or down rocky paths (sometimes steep) or steps at the Alcantara Gorge if the elevator (lift) is not working.

The Godfather tour Sicily

Kieran_M, Oct 2026

I went with my two...

I went with my two daughters 26 and 23, one who only just watch some of the first film, and the other who never seen any. It was mainly to keep me company. They both really enjoyed it, and it was the highlight of my holiday. Marcelo was an excellent guide, and very knowledgeable .

Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto walking tour from Catania

Alice_S, Oct 2026

Great introduction to these cities

This tour gave us a good chance to explore these cities. Giusseppe was a great guide, with a lot of knowledge of the area. He communicated well while we were on our own walking through the cities. He offered to take photos of us and arranged for tastings of local food and drink. Doing all three cities in one day did mean that we did not have a lot of time in any one place to explore, so if you want more time in any one city, you should take that into account. Overall, a very good introduction to the cities.

Etna Morning Trip

Wayne_W, Sep 2026

A hike of a semi-active volcano

Our guide, Danilo, was entertaining and very knowledgeable about volcanism. He filled us in on the history of the volcano and the various eruptions over the past. After being picked up at my hotel, it was about a 60 minute drive to where the hike began. The first activity of the day was a hike of approximately 90 minutes up to an altitude of 2000 meters(6,600 feet). The walk can be challenging as the first half is uphill, and the oxygen content of the air is reduced at the higher elevation. The group stopped frequently so Danilo good show us the various lava flows as well as some of the vegetation that is growing in the area. He has some wonderful pictures and videos that he has taken during active eruption. I am sure he will show them to you. The second activity was to visit a lava tube. Walking was difficult over the volcanic rocks and the ceiling is a little low in some places. A flashlight is provided and it is a nice experience. The third, and final activity of the day, was a stop at an overlook of a valley. Unfortunately, for us, it was pretty cloudy that day, but the clouds parted occasionally, and we could see the view. The tour is held rain or shine so be prepared and wear layers of clothing. It was in the low 50s Fahrenheit the day that I went. On the volcano, the weather conditions kept changing; the wind would pick up and clouds would come and go. I also want to thank Antonio, who was the driver of our SUV, for getting us up and down the mountain safely.

Etna, Wine and Alcantara Tour - From Taormina

alex_d, Aug 2026

Amazing Mt. Etna tour

Great experience, highly recommend! Our tour guide, Diego, was wonderful. He was very pleasant and knowledgeable, gave us great explanations to all questions (including many from very curios kids) and was very patient with our kids (who did not behave well from time to time). Tour was very balanced with hiking/walking, sightseeing, guidance and lunch, not overwhelming at all and manageable for all ages.

Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania

Sara_M, Aug 2026

Mt Etna with Alessio

We had a wonderful experience with Alessio. We had a short cruise stop and he made sure we got to see the best of the best. First we went to Taormina and he recommended a few stops with amazing view points. After he took us to Mt Etna and he took us to some main points and we experienced a wonderful tasting at the top. He also made a quick stop in Catania by request to get Cannolis and Granita (Gelato on Brioche Bread). Alessio is very knowledgeable about history, science, nature, and culture and very pleasant and accommodating. Highly recommend!

Etna Tour in 4x4 or MiniVan

David_M, Aug 2026

Really Good, Informative, diverse & Entertaining Tour for all the Family

Alessio was our excellent guide on our tour. His passion for the area, history & nature points of interest really shone through. He happily answered questions (esp from my 8yr old) . The four ‘parts’ of the tour are really well designed & a fantastic experience was had by the whole family.

Private tour of Etna and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting from Taormina

Michael_M, Jul 2026

Wonderful day!

Massimo was a terrific guide. He is highly knowledgeable and informative. The day was enjoyable from the very start. The different stops really gave you a taste of the Sicilian culture. The wine tasting and lunch were fantastic. We had a wonderful day and would recommend this trip to anyone. Thank you Massimo!

Full Day Taormina and Castelmola Tour with Messina Shore Excursion

Jaymi_B, Jul 2026

Wonderful tour with Mariarita

This was a really fun and informative tour led by Mariarita who had a great sense of humor and gave of a lot of tips on foods to try and things to look out for in each port. The communication was excellent as well. We were on a cruise ship and made it to the stops and back to the ship in plenty of time, but do be prepared for a bit of drive to get to the destinations. Thankfully, great AC on the bus, which was especially welcome on a hot summer day.

Sunset on the Volcano – Epic Mt. Etna Adventure from Taormina

Jane_R, Jul 2026

A jewel of an expedition — not to be missed!

Nando was an amazing tour guide with tremendous passion for Etna and the region. We not only got to walk some of the craters on Etna and go into an old lava tube - Nando made an extra stop on the way home so we could look back at the volcano to see the lava flowing. Amazing!!

Mount Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Taormina

Nirva_T, Jun 2026

Amazing experience

We had a wonderful experience on our Mount Etna tour, and much of that was thanks to our guide, Simone. He was very knowledgeable and passionate about the history, geology, and culture of the region. The scenery was breathtaking, and Simone ensured we had plenty of opportunities to take in the views and capture memorable photos. He was attentive, patient, and happy to answer questions. After Etna, we made a stop and had a tasting of many different local products, which was also amazing. If you're planning a visit to Mount Etna, we highly recommend this tour. Our guide’s expertise and enthusiasm made our visit truly special and unforgettable. Thank you, Simone, for an amazing experience!