Top Sicily Private Sightseeing Tours - page 11

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Discover the iconic Sicilian villages from "The Godfather" on this private guided tour for film buffs. Visit Savoca and Forza d'Agrò, step into cinematic history at Bar Vitelli, and learn the real story of the Mafia. Enjoy a traditional Sicilian lunch, with hotel or port pickup and drop-off in Catania for added convenience.

Learn to cook traditional Sicilian pasta and cannoli with an expert local chef in romantic ancient villa. Sip DOC wine and taste hand-made bruschetta as you get to know your chef and decide what type of paste to make. Lean local secrets to making perfect fresh pasta and authentic cannoli, and then celebrate your hard work by enjoying your hand-made meal on an outdoor terrace accompanied by Sicilian DOC wines.

See four of the top sights on Sicily’s eastern coastline in a single day with this private shore excursion that includes pickup at the cruise port and full-day transportation. Enjoy free time to take in the views from Giardini Naxos before heading up the Silvestri craters atop Mt. Etna. Admire the pristine Isola Bella marine reserve before ending your day with a stop in Taormina, one of Sicily’s most dazzling hill towns.

Private tour by a comfortable car with a personal tour leader to the must-see Sicilian hill towns world-known thanks to F.F. Coppola, who filmed his legendary "The Godfather" here. Get the friendly and informative insight into the filming process and interesting trivia, learn the real Sicilian Mafia story, its structure, rise and development. Discover the history and culture of the movie locations and feel the romantically rustic atmosphere of old Sicily. Walk along the authentic streets of Savoca and Forza d’Agro remained unchanged since the movie was made, visit ancient churches, Bar Vitelli where Michael spoke to Apollonia’s father, and other locations. At the end of the tour you will have lunch in traditional restaurant with an authentic Pizza. You can choose your favourite type of pizza prepared with organic, local ingredients. Along with the pizza you will have a chance to try local wine or beer.

While many winery tours make one or two quick wine-tasting stops, this private tour visits three wineries on the slopes of Mount Etna in one day. After pickup from your hotel, drive through the picturesque Sicilian countryside and mountain villages to internationally recognized wineries. Tour each winery from the cellar to all over the estates and sample about 4-5 Etna wines at each stop, often pairing them with local food products.

Exclusive boat tour of the entire island of Ortigia with visibility of all the monuments, churches, fortifications, Bourbon palaces annexed to the site and visit of the north side of Syracuse with access to the sea caves enhanced by its natural corals and stalactites. This tour includes a welcoming toast of white and red wine, a long stop for a swim in the crystal clear waters of this coast and an accurate guided tour related to the different ethnicity of our guests. The duration of the tour is 1h.30 minutes.

Although very small, Ortigia preserves all the history of the Mediterranean. It is a place where small adventures take you through the adventurous events of Sicily and beyond. Traveling accompanied by an archaeologist will make this experience exciting and rich.

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!

Davide and Pietro's many years of experience and knowledge of the places will make this tour pleasant, exhaustive and fascinating. Monreale and Cefalù are two unique Palermo villages that are part of the UNESCO heritage. Davide and Pietro will accompany you and keep you company as you discover these Sicilian wonders

A walk through the beauties of a city that has known moments of enormous glory in the past that reverberates in its buildings. In the Archaeological Park of Neapolis you can admire the imposing ruins of the Greek city where there are buildings carved into the rock like the ancient Greek Theater, the Roman Amphitheater and the Altar of Hieron II. But it will be very pleasant to spend time inside the Latomia del Paradiso, an ancient stone quarry, where you will be amazed by the grandeur of the Ear of Dionysius. Moving to Ortigia with your own cars, the visit will be conducted through the narrow alleys of the historic center of Siracusa where the history of the Mediterranean is preserved. The ruins of the Temple of Apollo and the beauty of Piazza Duomo with its admirable Cathedral will drag us into the excitement of a journey through history. Simply rich, dense and exciting.

This is a private service for couples or small groups traveling together. Our driver will meet you at the port exit port with a displey with your name written on it.This excursion is customised using a driver. A driver is a chauffeur specialized in driving you around, he is able to provide basic historical information, he can show you the main highlights, is knowledgeable and he has an umbrella of information. The driver will take care to give adequate time at all stops and to accommodate special requests when possible, to ensure that your experience in Sicily will be both memorable and enjoyable. The driver is not a Licensed Tour Guide and cannot take you inside monuments. In case you need a Licensed Local Guide you must pay a surcharge and we will arrange for Licensed Guide to meet you directly on the spot.

Private tour by comfortable air-conditioned car with a personal local guide to the must-see Sicilian hilltop villages that have become world-known thanks to F.F. Coppola, who filmed his legendary "The Godfather" here - Top Three of the Greatest American Movies. This tour is private - only for your party, nobody else, to ensure the highest standards for our clients. Get the fascinating, friendly and informative insight into the filming process and trivia, learn the real Sicilian mafia story, its structure, rise and development till nowadays, discover the history and culture of the movie locations and Sicily itself, and feel the romantically rustic atmosphere of old Sicily.

Go off the beaten path in the old town center of Syracuse with this small-group walking tour. See the town’s top landmarks, including the Apollo Temple and Cathedral Square, plus the quiet lanes of the Jewish Quarter. Learn about Syracuse’s history while admiring the Fountain of Aretusa and the vibrant fish and fruit markets.

You will get to know the hidden part of the city of Marsala; the one created by the quarrymen during the extraction phase. It will be a city with a particular architecture, made up of limestone pinnacles that rise from the depths of the extraction and a succession of majestic walls and overhangs that make the landscape very similar to the Grand Canyon. It will be a slow and relaxing walk that will take us from the countryside level to 30 meters of depth. The first stretch will allow us to get to know the various spontaneous aromatic plants that flood the route with colors and smells; we will observe the characteristics of the limestone rock that makes up and delimits the open-air quarries and we will talk about this current extraction system. After a stop for refreshments, we will proceed into the quarries in tunnels which, due to their size, can be defined as extensive cathedrals of calcarenite with their 25 meter pillars and massive walls that alternate with the voids dug by the quarrymen.

Admire the beauty of Etna, the highest volcano in Europe. Reach the tourist location at 2000 meters altitude (approximately) by private air-conditioned vehicle. Appreciate the botanical and geological peculiarities of a mountain located in a splendid Mediterranean location. An extraordinary optional walk (approximately 1 hour and a half) through the most fascinating lava flows and extinct lateral craters. Explore a lava tunnel, another interesting geological aspect of Etna (approximately 20 minutes). Then, time to try the red and white wines of Etna paired with typical Sicilian organic ingredients in a winery. A special cellar with local sommeliers, to taste and experiment with the native Etna grapes. Enjoy the day with a local guide.

Inside the Valley there are twelve temples as well as some fortifications, the Lower Agora and the Upper Agora, an Olympeion and a Bouleuterion. A source of inspiration for poets, philosophers and painters, it is undoubtedly one of the most emblematic parks in Sicily. Our guide will lead you to discover this place where time seems to have stopped, preserving an unprecedented historical charm. The tour will start from the temple of Hera, continuing on the sacred way up to the remains of the surrounding wall. You will continue with a visit to the Temple of Concordia, the remains of the early Christian necropolis, the Temple of Heracles and the remains of the temple of Zeus.

See the coast of Taormina and Isola Bella from the sea, a unique vantage point, on this private boat tour. Depart from the bay of Giardini Naxos to admire the views of Taormina and Mount Etna as you cruise along the rugged coastline of Capotaormina and the sea caves of Isola Bella. Stop to swim and snorkel in the crystal clear waters and relax on board with snacks and soft drinks.

What distinguishes this experience is the unique balance between art, history, landscapes and Mediterranean atmosphere. In Monreale, travelers can admire the famous Duomo, an Arab-Norman masterpiece decorated with some of the most extraordinary gold mosaics in the world, and stroll in the suggestive monastic cloister. The day continues in Cefalù, a picturesque fishing village with its medieval streets.

Taormina will surprise you with its mix of important archaeological remains, suggestive views, ancient buildings, well-kept streets, and wild nature! Our tour offers you a complete experience to discover the most important parts of the city. The classic visit to Taormina involves traveling entirely along Corso Umberto I, the main street of the city. At the two ends, there are the ancient access gates: Porta Catania to the south and Porta Messina to the north. Your guide will lead you to one of the most famous and photographed corners of Taormina: Piazza IX Aprile. This is certainly one of the most beautiful panoramic points in the city. From here, you canof Naxos, a perfect union in which our volcano marries the sea!

Don't waste time with the usual tourist traps! Join us by choosing one of our tours and we will overwhelm you with a whirlwind of emotions, legends, traditions and culture. You will feel part of the family, but with an extra touch of Sicilian charm.

Discover Sicily’s Mount Etna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a half-day tour from Catania. Join a small group for a guided tour around the Silvestri craters, a lava tube, and the Bove Valley, learning about the geological history of the volcano from your guide. During your tour, make a stop at a farm shop to sample products that are grown right on the volcanic soil.

Join me on an enchanting journey through Termini Imerese, where we'll explore not only the most significant landmarks but also the hidden gems known only to locals. This tour promises to immerse you in an authentic Sicilian experience, where history, culture, and traditions come alive! Throughout the tour, I'll show you old photographs of the town and share stories about fascinating characters from the past. You'll have ample opportunity to take breaks and rest as needed; there's no rush. The tour is accessible to all ages and fitness levels, and I'll tailor the pace to your comfort. If you have ancestors from Termini Imerese, we can personalize your itinerary by including a special visit to your ancestral home, making your experience even more meaningful. If you'd also like to visit the municipal library to see ancient books, please let me know in advance. Come and discover Termini Imerese with me, and leave with memories that will last a lifetime.

Surrounded by a landscape, sometimes lunar, we will try to get to know and explore Etna, a World Heritage Site, famous for its beauty and uniqueness. We will cross: Deserts of Black Sand; Ancient and recent lava flows; Old craters and lava tubes. Difficulty: Easy Maximum altitude: about 2100 m; Duration of the trek: about 1.5 / 2 hours; Height difference: about 100 m. In the event of adverse weather conditions or real security risks, the route can be changed!! Other things to keep in mind: The duration of the experience is indicative. Unpredictable situations could cause the experience to end later than expected. It is always better not to make the day of the experience coincide with the date of your flight, if the scheduled time is too close to your departure/arrival. It is important to wear hiking shoes or that you are not afraid to get dirty.