Top Sicily Walking Tours

Walk in the company of a local expert. We will talk about the Trapani of the past and the current Trapani. There will be five stops where you will go to taste the typical dishes of the place.

Visit Mount Etna on a tour from Catania that shows you some of the geological features of the volcano. Walk past lava flows and around the Silvestri or Sartorius craters, visit Rifugio Sapienza or Rifugio Citelli, and explore a lava flow cave with helmets and lamps. Then enjoy a tasting of local products.

Reaching Palermo from Taormina by public transportation can be time-consuming. Shave hours off your trip with this private transfer that includes pickup at your Taormina hotel or the Giardini Naxos port and drop-off at your final destination in Palermo. Leave the driving to a professional and relax on board an air-conditioned minivan with bottled water provided.

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. Note that an admission fee for Etna entrance is not included.

Etna excursion and wine tasting with lunch starts in SUV or minivan (up to 8 people). The first stop will be a walk in the woods to the lava front of the 2002 eruption. Starting along Via Mareneve, immersed in the Ragabo pine forest, we will arrive at the starting point of our trek to the Monti Sartorius craters. A route of about 3km, starting at 1650m and reaching an altitude of 1750m, a walk suitable for everyone. We will then explore a lava tube, the Thieves' Cave, equipped with helmets and torches. After the excursion on Etna, we will visit a local winery where you can taste several Etna wines and have lunch based on Sicilian specialties. A sommelier will tell you about viticulture in Sicily, the winemaking processes, and the history of the winery. This tour represents the ideal opportunity to discover the beauty of Etna, its geological history, and the culinary and gastronomic culture of Sicily, through a suggestive and unforgettable experience.

Experience fine dining in the ancient city of Palermo. Meet your local chef and begin a 4-course immersion in authentic Sicilian cuisine. Eat a delicious dinner prepared by a local chef featuring the authentic flavors of the island. Enjoy fine local wine that perfectly complements the flavors of your meal and sit around the table with your friends and family during this special dinner experience.

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.

Spend the day exploring Europe’s tallest active volcano and touring the charming town of Taormina. Walk among the Silvestri Craters, explore a lava tube with headlamps and hardhats, and sample local products such as olive oil, honey, and Sicilian pizza. In Taormina, a walking tour takes you to the Greek Theater (own expense), the botanical garden, and other charming sites.

Discover three different Sicilian wineries as you sample tasty regional reds, whites, and rosés. Driving in an air-conditioned car, cruise past picturesque villages, fruit orchards, and lava-made churches as you explore the fascinating region of Etna, known for its volcanic terroirs. Sip samples of the volcano-infused drink in family-run wineries, munching on local gastronomic delicacies, from cheeses to salami.

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.

Mount Etna is Europe's largest active volcano, but you don’t have to climb the mighty peak to experience the natural wonder. On this full-day tour from Taormina, hike through the ancient woodlands and lava caves of Mt Etna; indulge in a Sicilian-style lunch and wine tasting; and explore the Alcantara Gorge. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Observe dolphins in the Gulf of Catania safely and sustainably with this low-impact tour. Set off with a crew of specialized skippers and marine biologists to learn about the local dolphin population and watch them frolicking in the open waters off Sicily. This tour abides by the international agreement for the conservation of cetaceans and is certified as eco-friendly, so you’ll get close enough to snap photos without disturbing the animals.

The tour will be dedicated to tasting Sicilian Street Food, we will visit the Ortigia Market chatting with the locals, guiding you to discover tradition and our culture. The tasting will include various samples of street food in 3 different typical Sicilian restaurants that use refined and genuine raw materials. The tour also includes a small tasting of two Sicilian wines. Our multilingual guides will accompany you to make this experience unique, walking through the hidden alleys of the island of Ortigia and savoring the local specialties. It is possible to add to the excursion a historical tour of Ortigia guided by one of our qualified guides. The guided tour option is available with an addition to the price.

Sicily’s romantic atmosphere and unconventional history have seduced visitors for millennia but are easy to miss in the bustle of modern travel. This private walking tour immerses you in rustic hill towns and the history of the Sicilian Mafia—including visits to filming sites of The Godfather movie—and the anti-Mafia fight. Includes round-trip transport from anywhere in Taormina.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the hilltop town of Noto is celebrated for its ornate, baroque architecture. On this walking tour, choose from morning or afternoon departure times and get ready to discover Noto’s key landmarks in just a couple hours. With only a small group for company, you’ll wander through the town center, visit the cathedral, admire the Palazzo Nicolaci, and hear tips on where to find the tastiest granita.

Ortigia is the oldest part of Syracuse and one of the most storied areas of Sicily, rich in history and lore. With this private walking tour, cover its highlights in just a few hours and learn about its captivating past that stretches back millennia. Stroll along the narrow lanes to admire the Temple of Apollo, cathedral, and Aretusa spring plus visit the market to admire seasonal and artisan delicacies.

Explore Mount Etna, the world's most active stratovolcano, on this small-group hiking tour from Catania. Ride up the mountain on a 4WD vehicle and take a moderate hike through Mount Etna's moon-like landscape in the Valley del Bove depression. Explore Etna's largest caldera, aka a large crater, and take in spectacular views of the Sicilian landscape and the Ionian Sea.

Enjoy an overview of the top sights in Syracuse in just a few hours without the hassle of following a map or guidebook with this private walking tour. Join your guide for a visit to the Neapolis Archaeological Park to learn about its history that stretches back to ancient Greece. Afterwards, continue on to the Ortigia area of the city to visit the oldest temple in Sicily, a Caravaggio masterpiece, and other treasures.

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.

Mt. Etna is the largest active volcano in Europe and home to fertile vineyards and farms. With this tour, avoid the stress of navigating the winding roads on the mountain on your own and instead visit the dramatic Silvestri Craters and a farm on the slopes of Mt. Etna with a driver. End your experience with a tasting and lunch at a local winery at the foot of the mountain.

Get more out of your time in the Vendicari Nature Reserve, and explore it with a local guide, just for your own group. You’ll learn about the landscapes of wetlands and dunes that stretch alongside the shores of the Ionian coast, and discover the birdlife that abounds. Round-trip transport from Syracuse is included.

Explore the largest active volcano in Europe far from the group tours with this high-altitude hike to the edge of Mt. Etna’s crater. Ascend to the trailhead via cable car, then hike 3 miles (4.5 km) up the summit cone past fumaroles and lava fields. Follow your guide along paths created by volcanic bombs and slag to the Central Crater, then hike back down over ash and volcanic scoria.

Skip the fixed itinerary and scripted presentation of a group tour and instead delve into Palermo’s heart with a passionate local host on this private experience. Get to know the most famous attractions as well as treasures most tourists never see, plus stroll through the traditional outdoor markets while learning about the local culture and history.

Go beyond the A-list sights in Palermo and explore the authentic side of the city most visitors miss with this unique walking tour led by a “Palermitano” local through the historic Kalsa district. Take in medieval churches and palaces, vibrant squares, and ornate fountains while learning about the history of this quarter that spent centuries under Arab control and still shows signs of that cultural influence in the architecture and cuisine.