Top Sicily Holidays

Immerse yourself in the sites, smells and tastes of Palermo on this foodie walking tour. Navigate the maze of streets with your local guide, hear stories of its history and heritage, and sample traditional flavours at some of the city's hidden gems. End your trip on a high with a visit to the bustling Ballarò food market to savor some Sicilian delicacies shoulder to shoulder with the locals.

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.

Take a break from the heat and crowds of the mainland and see Taormina and Mount Etna from the sea on this small-group boat tour. Depart Giardini Naxos to follow the coast, as you admire attractions such as the Grotta dell'Amore, Capo Taormina, the Grotta delle Sirene and the Scoglio dell'Elefante. Dive into the crystal clear waters off Isola Bella for a refreshing swim and relax on board while savoring Sicilian sweets and Prosecco.

Sicily is famed for its cuisine, but it takes insider knowledge to know how to eat like a local. Taste your way around stunning, coastal Taormina during this private or small-group evening culinary tour. Complement your dishes with a glass of Prosecco, red and white wine, and Italian liqueur. As you walk and taste, learn more about the city's food history from your guide.

Enjoy a physical perspective of Sicily on a tour to Mt. Etna, the tallest active volcano in Europe. Do a little trekking, check out an old crater and lava flow caves, and admire gorgeous views of the mountain and surrounding landscape at sunset. Plus, stop by a farm to taste local products like honey and wine. Hotel pickup in Catania is included.

Brush up on your culinary skills with this pasta and tiramisu cookery class. Master how to make a two-course Italian dinner in a kitted-out restaurant kitchen. An excellent activity for foodies and travellers who like to learn about a culture through its food heritage. Impress family and friends with your newly acquired Sicilian cookery skills and enjoy a taste of Italy when back home.

When you’re in Palermo, dodge the tourist trap eateries that you can find anywhere, and make your own pizza and gelato instead. With a local "pizzaiolo" as your host, you’ll learn to make a kneadable dough that stretches wafer-thin, and create the toppings for favorite pizzas such as the margherita, marinara, and capricciosa. After, you’ll turn your attention to chocolate, finishing with your own handmade gelato.

Nibble your way through Taormina's top street foods without having to spend hours researching the best local eateries on this food-focused walking tour through the old town. Explore with a local insider who knows exactly where to find authentic treats from deep-fried arancini to ricotta-stuffed cannoli, and learn about Sicilian cuisine and culture along the way. Sample a full meal's worth of specialties paired with Sicilian wine to cover either lunch or dinner as you stroll along the shop-lined streets, plus pick up tips and recommendations for further dining in Taormina on your own.

Get to know the Palermo nightlife and meet new people, without getting lost, on this popular pub crawl. Visit several bars in Palermo’s historic center, and enjoy shots at each one alongside other drink deals. It’s a fun night out for travelers, or for new locals who want to meet like-minded people from around the world.

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.

Get hands-on instruction in preparing two kinds of Italian pasta and a tasty tiramisu during this half-day culinary workshop. Learn homemade, generations-old recipes in an intimate group setting, capped at only 12 participants. Small-group pasta-making workshops take place in the home of a local Palermo chef and include a welcome prosecco with snacks, plus a sampling of your culinary creations.

Discover the most interesting sites and the Wine of Etna. Explore Flows and real lava caves with helmet and torch, go soft guided trekking with views of the Craters, Visit a local winery and taste the wines of Etna, finish with a typical Sicilian brunch. Ideal for Small Groups, Couples, Families, Cruisers. Pick up - Dress off included. Departure from: CATANIA - CATANIA CRUISE (Port) - TAORMINA/GIARDINI-NAXOS - ETNA (Zafferana Etnea) If you have special needs or do not find availability contact us ITA ING SPA

Etna and Wine is a combination that is more than just an excursion, it is a journey through the most authentic flavors and volcanic landscapes of Sicily. What makes Lady Etna tour unique is the multisensory experience it offers. You will walk through lava flows and silent craters, hear millennial stories of fire and earth, and at the end you will toast with fine wines born right from the volcano. Our tour combines the strength of Etna's nature with the warmth of local wine traditions, with visits to selected wineries and tastings guided by experts. It is an authentic, intense experience, designed for those who want to experience Etna with all their senses. Our guides, are ready to make you live a unique experience. During the tasting at the winery, alcohol will be served exclusively to participants aged 21 and over. In case of presence of children, a tasting experience will be proposed with a special non-alcoholic menu.

While your ship is in port, see more of Sicily on a full-day to Taormina. Take a guided tour of this historical city, including a stroll along Corso Umberto, once an ancient Roman street, and a visit to the Greco-Roman Theater. Plus, admire views of Mt. Etna and Giardini-Naxos bay from Castelmola. Pickup and drop-off from the ports of Messina and Giardini Naxos are included.

Unlike standard tours, we offer the freedom to customize your Etna experience. The basic service includes private transfer from your hotel in Taormina or Giardoni Naxos to the Silvestri Craters at 2,000 meters, where you will walk over lunar landscapes between lava flows with breathtaking views of the Ionian Sea. Also included the visit to Oro d'Etna in Zafferana Etnea, with tasting of fine honeys and typical products. To enrich the day, you can add food and wine stops : from Gambino Vini to Linguaglossa, wine tastings with cheeses, cold cuts and traditional first courses; at the Murgo 1860 Wineries, visit to the winery, tasting of Etna Doc wines and lunch at the San Michele Restaurant. For those who want to go further, there is the adventurous option at 3,000 meters : by cable car and 4x4 minibus you will reach the summit craters, walking on top between fumaroles and volcanic silences. You will live an authentic and tailor-made experience, between the power of Etna and Sicilian tradition.

Trek around Mount Etna on this tour with a small group and an expert trekking guide. Set off from Taormina to spend the day learning about the volcano's history, exploring craters and lava caves. Stop at a local chalet for an included snack and wine. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off can be arranged on request.

Families are warmly welcome,Treasure Hunt map, sandbox, small trampoline and cozy reading and painting corner inside the tasting room are ready for you. Etna Urban winery is a unique wine tourism experience. It is located in a natural spot on Etna surrounded by the expanding city, where we have decided to revive the historical family Etna viticulture. We are motivated by the love for a 8 generations' family property, and the desire to show that a different use of land is possible and feasible even within city's suburbs, that still retain the character of a typical Etna lava field. You will visit the vineyards at your own pace through the self guided vineyard trail. Take time to enjoy your walk, stop at viewpoints and learn at the information boards. Immerse in the austere atmosphere of our 1790 historical winery and still largely in its original shape.

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.

Complement your Taormina excursions with a dose of Italian culture when you attend this evening of opera. Talented singers will perform duets and arias from some of the most popular Italian-written operas, including La Traviata, Tosca, and La Bohème. Tickets also include a glass of Champagne, plus opportunities to admire photo-worthy views of the city from the theater's terrace.

After meeting the other guests, you’ll start with a brief tour of the Villa, you’ll move to the kitchen for a relaxed hands-on session, after a introduction to the dishes, everyone cooks at their own pace, following the chef step by step. Halfway through the preparations, an aperitif with sparkling wine will be offered. At the end, you’ll sit down together to enjoy everything you’ve prepared, drinking Sicilian wines You’ll prepare: appetizer, fresh pasta, fresh tomato sauce, fried eggplant, meat dish with salad and dessert at the end. The focus is on ingredients and technique you can replicate at home, with clear explanations and time to ask questions. You’ll chop, knead, cut and plate everything yourself. This class is suitable for beginners and food lovers Water, juices, coffee are always available to guests. After the class you’ll receive a PDF cookbook, so you can recreate the dishes at home. With your consent, photos from the experience may be shared on our social media channels

Get a taste of Sicily with this private tour to Mt. Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano. Leave the driving to your private guide and take in the scenery as you drive through mountain villages, stopping at a local honey shop. Visit volcanic craters and an Etna winery for lunch and a tasting of red and white Sicilian wines.

Discover the charm of Catania’s historic center, just steps from the Duomo, with the wine tasting experience. Tenute dei Ciclopi is the only Etna winery that has a tasting room in the center of Catania, a way to enjoy the same experience you would have at a winery on Mount Etna, right in the hearth of Catania. Savor the authenticity of Sicilian wines as you wander through ancient streets, while being carried away by the legends of the Cyclops and the epic journey of Ulysses along these shores. An experience that blends flavors, history, and myth in the heart of Sicily. Let your sommelier guide you through a selection of four DOC wines from the winery: Etna Bianco, Etna Rosato, and two vintages of Etna Rosso. Enjoy a board of typical Sicilian products, including cheeses, cold cuts, bread, and local extra virgin olive oil, while you sip your wines.

Beat the heat and the crowds with a morning tour of Mount Etna. Cover more ground by exploring on board a sturdy Jeep, views over the lunar landscapes in the Valle del Bove, and the flora and fauna of the thick woods blanketing the lower slopes. Cap off your tour with a tasting of local specialties including honey, wine, and liqueurs.