Top Sicily Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 7

Exciting Jeep tour and walk on the crests of the craters in search of hornito and lava flow caves until reaching the wonderful view of the prehistoric Valle del Bove to discover the origins of the Etna volcano. The emotion that our excursion provokes is unique. You will feel like walking on the moon and going to the center of the Earth. Walking along the summit perimeter of the craters you can admire the incredible volcanic cone from where the lava came out. The pleasant excursion will take you to discover magical places where nature expresses itself simultaneously with destruction and reconstruction. Finally, the pleasant and relaxing tasting of typical Sicilian products will be the right reward for a unique and unrepeatable experience.

This Catania tour is perfect for travelers short on time—it fits many of the city’s highlights into just a few hours, leaving you enough time to still do more exploring that same day. See Piazza Stesicoro, Piazza Vincenzo Bellini, L’Arco di San Benedetto, and Castello Ursino with a guide who tells you fun historical facts along the way.

Explore Palermo with CruiserCar Join us on a unique journey through Palermo's historic wonders aboard the CruiserCar, the world's first 9-seater Luxury Cabriolet. Experience the city like never before; only one tour available per session—book now to secure your exclusive seat! Tour Highlights Travel in style, from the shorter Historical Center option to the extended visit to the ancient Catacombs, majestic Monreale, and more. Uncover with our Ciceronis the secrets of landmarks like the grand Palermo Cathedral and the vibrant Mercato del Capo. Tailor your tour from a swift overview to an in-depth exploration, all in unmatched comfort. Book Your Exclusive Tour Today Seats are limited. Secure your spot now to avoid missing this bespoke unique cultural adventure through Palermo's rich history.

The volcanic landscapes around Mt. Etna draw travelers from far and wide, but reaching the highest peaks can be a challenge. This adventurous full-day tour from Catania includes food-tastings in Zafferana Etnea and a visit to the Parco dell’Etna. Delve into a lava cave with a guide, marvel at Italy’s volcanic landscape from the Rifugio Sapienza, and explore the Alcantara Gorges—home to lava formations shaped over millions of years.

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.

Explore the Mount Etna region on a full-day private tour from Catania. Learn about Europe’s highest active volcano and the folklore from your informative guide. Drive through mountain villages, visit a local honey shop and the Cyclops Cave, and drive up to Rifugio Sapienza at 2000 meters above sea level to admire the beautiful views. Then head to a local winery to enjoy a delicious lunch complete with local wines.

Some history-focused group walking tours can feel impersonal and rushed. Enjoy an intimate experience on this private walking tour of the small island of Ortygia in the historic center of Syracuse. As you walk from the ancient Greek Temple of Apollo to the Arethusa Fountain and through the Jewish Quarter, your guide reveals the rich history of the ancient city.

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.

Beat the heat during this full-day, small-group swimming and snorkeling cruise in Sicily. Enjoy a personalized experience limited to only 12 people. Small boats allow for easy get-down stops at a selection of postcard-perfect beaches. Swim and snorkel within coves in Zingaro Reserve, Cala Rossa, and Scopello, and enjoy free time for lunch in San Vito lo Capo.

Explore Taormina’s coastal highlights with ease by going on this small-group boat tour. A perfect shortcut to finding beautiful bays, caves, and snorkeling spots—a scenic route is planned out for you with a swimming and snorkeling stops along the way. Best of all, while on the boat, you can take a journey through Sicilian wine, as a tasting session is included with red wine, white wine, and prosecco.

Spend the day discovering one of the world’s most beautiful and active volcanoes during this small-group trip to Mt. Etna. Depart in the morning from Catania and head to Rifugio Sapienza at Etna’s base. Travel by cable car and off-road vehicle up to the volcano’s craters, and go for a hike. Following a delicious Sicilian lunch, you’ll also discover the region’s spectacular lava caves before returning to Catania.

Discover Syracuse and Ortigia in a unique way aboard a colorful bee! An exciting journey through history, culture and breathtaking views. Book now for an unforgettable experience!

Discover the Aeolian Archipelago on this day trip to the islands of Stromboli and Panarea from Taormina. Journey to each island by motorboat, exploring the local shops at your leisure or taking a cool dip in the sea. Afterward, cruise around Stromboli to see the island’s volcano. Keep your eyes peeled for the crater of Sciara del Fuoco, known to light up the sky with its jet-like eruptions.

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind perspective on eastern Sicily’s coastal scenery when you sign up for a full-day sailing tour from Catania. Meet your vessel in the morning and set sail; with a maximum of eight attendees, this tour guarantees an intimate experience. You’ll glimpse the medieval castle at Acicastello, will enjoy lunch and wine on board, and will have the chance to snorkel. You can also go for a paddleboat ride among the Cyclopean Islands (in season) or discover the resort town of Acitrezza. At day’s end, return to Catania.

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.

Be ready to live a multisensory experience in the city center of Messina with an exclusive Sicilian street food tasting. Accompanied by your food expert tour guide, while visiting the best attractions of the city center, like the Cathedral and the Church of Catalans, you will enjoy the flavors, the smells, and the delicacies of the typical Sicilian food and sweets: arancini, focaccia, cannoli, granite are the best products you will have the opportunity to taste in the best local street food restaurants,pastry shops and bars. Food has always represented friendship, sharing, and lifestyle: when you come to Sicily, forget the diet and enjoy a delicious relationship with the territory! What about a Sicilian street food tasting accompanied by a local craft beer? Any Sicilian meal or snack is not complete without being served with excellent local beer, such as Birra dello Stretto. Let your senses decide and savor an authentic food experience!

Discover two of Palermo’s most distinctive landmarks on this immersive, private tour. Set off from your accommodation—hotel pickup and drop-off are included—and venture first to the Capuchin Catacombs: a macabre destination home to thousands of mummified bodies, many of them priests. Next, discover the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of Monreale, famous for its fusion of Norman and Arabic architecture. A break for Sicilian coffee and nibbles is also included. **ATTENTION: Due to renovation works throughout 2024, the cathedral (not the cloister) will only remain partially open to visitors.**

See the stunning Aeolian Archipelago on this day trip to the islands of Vulcano and Lipari from Taormina. Take a motorboat across the turquoise waters to the UNESCO-listed chain of volcanic islands. Enjoy free time to explore, cooling off with a swim in the Tyrrhenian Sea or checking out the Lipari Archaeological Museum for a bit of island history. Your day concludes with transportation back to Taormina.

The Saline di Trapani and Paceco produce some of the most famous types of salt in Italy. Explore them with a guide to find out how salt is produced and harvested, then visit the salt museum and sample different types, including the rare 'fleur de sel'. Seats are limited to just 8 travelers, to ensure a quality experience and great interaction with your guide.

Take the guesswork out of visiting Taormina while docked at Messina's cruise ship port with this hassle-free shore excursion. Enjoy free time in Taormina to visit its famed Greek theater and other sights in the old town at your own pace. Stop for photos at Isola Bella and Messina's most famous scenic overlook, plus take in the Messina cathedral and astronomical clock before returning to port.

Enjoy a comprehensive introduction to Palermo in the company of a local guide who reveals its secrets. Admire historic landmarks, including the Teatro Massimo and Fontana della Vergogna. Stroll around Mercato del Capo and Quattro Canti, and visit Palermo Cathedral, the Chiesa di Santa Caterina d'Alessandria, and the Royal Palace.

Take in stunning views from Europe’s largest active volcano with this Etna summit excursion. Travel high above sea level in a cable car and spend two hours trekking to the craters on the volcano’s summit, reaching a maximum altitude of 9,850 feet (3,000 meters). Pause to admire the scenery and spend some time on the summit before descending by foot and then by cable car.

The excursion to the central crater (3,345 m altitude), takes place mainly on the south and north sides of the volcano and will allow you to visit, in a unique and rare beauty, the craters of the highest active volcano in Europe, Etna!

Visit two Sicilian cities in one day on this full-day tour from Taormina. Spend the morning exploring the Greek ruins and the island of Ortigia in historic Syracuse, enjoy free time for lunch, then visit the Baroque town of Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage site.