Top Palermo Day Trips

This was so much fun. The CruiserCar was simply the best mode of travel for learning about Palermo. It was a beautiful day, and was the most peaceful excursion on our trip. We saw beautiful sites, learned a lot of history, had some fantastic food, and just simply relaxed. Best driver and guide we’ve met!

This was by far a highlight of my Mediterranean vacation. Giovanni and his wife were so welcoming and shared lovely memories, recipes, food and wine. I truly felt welcomed and I cherish the memories I created with them! The food was incredible! I have had many tours cancel on me as a solo traveler, but they did not. It was a beautiful way to gain insight into Palermo.

Great cooking class. Started with shopping for fresh ingredients. Then went to a cozy kitchen for our class. Kept us students busy with helping making all the dishes but balanced with keeping the class moving along smoothly. Sign up for this one. Oh, yea. The food was awesome.

This was an outstanding tour of Corleone. Don’t miss this if you are in the area. Cristian was a wonderful tour guide. I learned alot about the history of the town as well as the great tour of the museum which explained the origins of organized crime in detail. The town of Monreale is beautiful and scenic as well. Highly recommend!

Peter was our tour guide, and he really knew the city. It was a 3-hour adventure. Peter explained that there was very little government support for the southern part of Italy. People had to pay to go to school, and there was not much of a police presence, so crime rates were high. The mafia bought all of the politicians, and there was much corruption in government. As we walked through the narrow streets, cars and motorcycles would drive through the crowds, even though they were supposed to be pedestrian areas. The temperature climbed as we made our way through the busy streets. The markets were so interesting with every type of street food you could imagine. Prices were very cheap. We wished that we could spend some time shopping, but our guide kept everyone moving. This would be a good tour to orient yourself to the city, and I wish we could have spent some time shopping. However, by the end of the tour, we were too exhausted to even consider it. Our city tour continued with a visit to Quattro Canti (Four Corners) with its beautiful baroque artwork. It is the center of the city. We then went to the Palermo Cathedral and had cannolis with our group. The cathedral was stunning inside and out, and Peter explained the significant areas. It makes such a difference when you have a guide. We ended at the palace, and I found us a taxi back to the ship (just as Peter was explaining how bad the taxis and public transportation is in Sicily).

Super trip, umberto was a great guide. Castelbuono is charming and tranquil. Lovely food tasting experiences with the local produce. Cefalu is just a gorgeous combination of architecture and a beautiful beach set against the mountains. Even in late October it was warm and sunny and a real treat. Lovely trip and not too far in the car from Palermo.

A fabulous day out! Umberto was so lovely! Gave us a great run down of places as we travelled. Talked to us about lots of things and introduced us to a delicious dessert from a bakery on the way. We stopped for photo opportunities along the way. The beach was beautiful and water calming and cool! Probably the most relaxed day we have had so far! The journey was made even better by the clean, comfortable transport. Umberto obviously takes pride in his vehicle. Highly recommend this tour!

Our private tour of Segesta, Erice, the Stagnone Salt Pans, and Marsala with Mimmo was absolutely wonderful! From start to finish, he was kind, thoughtful, and completely accommodating to our needs. He shared great facts and stories about each location, bringing the history and beauty of Sicily to life. We never felt rushed — Mimmo always made sure we had time to enjoy each stop, take photos, and soak it all in. He even went out of his way to offer restaurant recommendations and local tips, which made the experience feel personal and special. The car was immaculate and incredibly comfortable, and the timing of every activity was perfect, allowing us to see so much without ever feeling tired. If you want a relaxing, informative, and beautifully curated Sicilian adventure, book this tour and ask for Mimmo — you won’t regret it!