On this full-day tour from Palermo, you’ll be driven to three of Sicily’s most stunning and history-packed destinations. Enjoy free time to explore the castle town of Castelbuono, the hillside town of Monreale, and the originally Greek seaside hub of Cefalu. Discover the region’s Arab-Norman roots with optional visits to the opulent Cappella Palatina and 14th-century Castelbuono.
Optimize your time in Sicily with this driving tour that includes pickup in Palermo and hassle-free transport to three of the top sights on the island: the Valley of the Temples, Agrigento, and the Scala dei Turchi beach. Enjoy free time to explore the Greek ruins in the “Valle dei Templi”, then sightsee in Agrigento. End with a photo op at the dramatic Scala dei Turchi coastline.
Snack your way through the streets of Palermo on this Sicilian food tour. Explore backstreet markets and food stalls specializing in local delicacies like stuffed rice balls and chickpea fritters as your guide fills you in on local history, culture. Plus, this small-group tour has a limited number of participants for a more personalized experience.
Nowhere in Italy is the cuisine more distinctive than Sicily, but you need the help of a local to discover the island’s unique culinary traditions. With this cooking and limoncello-making class in Palermo, enjoy the insights of a local chef while you visit the historic Capo market to select ingredients and then enjoy a home cooking class in the Vucciria neighborhood. Prepare and sample three classic dishes and limoncello made with your host’s own lemons.
Relax in the sun with this excursion to two of the most beautiful spots in all of Sicily. Travel just over an hour to the Zingaro Reserve and enjoy stunning views of white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and dramatic cliffs and caves. Get the chance to lunch on traditional treats like cunzato bread, arancini, and panelle. Explore the charming town of San Vito Lo Capo before your return to Palermo.
See two of northern Sicily’s most characterful destinations when you embark on this full-day trip from Palermo. In the morning, your guide picks you up from your accommodation; board an air-conditioned minivan and head to the medieval village of Castelbuono, located in the Madonie Mountains. See the Castle of Ventimiglia and visit a local pastry shop before continuing to Cefalù, home to a UNESCO-listed cathedral and impeccable seaside views.
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.
Don’t waste your time when you’re traveling in Sicily—maximize your journey time and see the sights of the island as you go. This transfer and tour option combines a private inter-city transfer from Palermo to Catania with a visit to the Agrigento Valley of the Temples. Note that entry fees are extra.
Spend a day with a private driver in Sicily, and discover natural salt pans, archeological sites, and ancient temples. The day trip from Palermo includes visits to the Segesta tower, the medieval village of Erice, and the Trapani and Paceco Salt Pans Natural Reserve where sea salt is collected and wildlife abounds. A pickup and drop-off service is included, direct from your Palermo hotel or the port.
Discover the origins of The Godfather during this day-long tour of Sicily. Taking in sites linked to both real-life mafia events and sites based on the Francis Ford Coppola movies, the tour gives you the lowdown on Sicily’s gangster history. Visit the site of the Portella della Ginestra massacre, sample traditional Sicilian cannoli, and explore the village of Corleone as tales of Don Vito Corleone ring in your ears.
Explore Palermo’s lively dining scene after dark when the temps drop and the crowd thins with this evening street food tour led by a passionate foodie guide. Stroll through the city’s old town to take in the sights and discover the most beloved eateries and street vendors. Stop to feast on authentic Palermitano specialties and learn about their history and significance in the local culinary culture.
Discover the unique flavors and influences of Sicilian cuisine with a 5-hour, hands-on cooking class in Palermo. After shopping for fresh, seasonal ingredients at a local farmers’ market, head to a well-equipped home kitchen in an 18th-century building. Under the guidance of a chef instructor, learn to prepare an authentic 4-course meal of classic Sicilian dishes including dessert. Sit down to savor your freshly made creations paired with local wine.
Skip the hassle and delays of public transportation with this private transfer that includes pickup directly at the Palermo airport and drop-off at the hotel or destination of your choice in the city of Palermo. Relax and let a professional driver take on the city traffic while you enjoy Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and bottled water on board. Transfers from the center of Palermo to the Palermo airport are also available.
Discover ancient ruins left over from the Greeks on this private excursion. Enjoy pickup from the Palermo area and head to Agrigento where you can find the UNESCO-listed Temple Valley. Learn about its ancient history and explore its many sites before heading to the seaside to see the white cliffs dubbed as the ‘Turkish Stairway.”
Indulge all your senses on a walking tour of Palermo's rich street food traditions. Join a knowledgeable guide for a walk through the historic part of the city and its vibrant outdoor markets. Sample some of Palermo's unique street foods, such as 'panelle' and 'meusa.' Watch the lively scenes all around you, observing what seems like another time.
The mosaics at Villa Romana del Casale and Greek Theater of Taormina are two of Sicily’s most dazzling ancient sites, but reaching them by public transportation can be frustrating and tedious. Skip the hassle of coordinating trains, buses, and taxis with this private driving tour and visit both these treasures plus the charming medieval village of Castelmola in a single day.
Explore Palermo’s key sights on foot on this walking tour of the Sicilian capital. Meet your guide in a convenient location in central Palermo, and set off. Visit popular landmarks ranging from the Palermo Cathedral and Palazzo Pretorio to the Massimo Theater. Learn about the city’s long entanglement with the mafia, and meet the shopkeepers and other individuals who have pioneered a local anti-mafia movement.
Discover a number of western Sicily’s most popular destinations on this full-day tour from Palermo. Meet your guide at your accommodation, climb aboard a climate-controlled minivan, and head first to Segesta, where you’ll explore the ancient Greek amphitheater and temple (entry own expense). Then, discover the medieval town of Erice, enjoy a traditional Sicilian lunch (own expense) in Saline, and finish with a walking tour of the elegant city of Trapani.
Treat your taste buds to the delicate flavors of Sicily’s finest wines and cheeses with a gourmet tasting experience in Palermo. Soak up the ambiance of a historic, 17th-century building while sampling a hand-picked selection of six Sicilian wines paired with regional artisan cheeses. While you sip and nibble, learn about the island’s wine appellations and traditional cheese-making processes from a knowledgeable foodie guide.
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.
Sicily is home to a unique cuisine, different from mainland Italy and often hard to access without the knowledge of a local. With this Sicilian cooking class, enjoy an exclusive glimpse into Palermo’s culinary traditions by exploring one of the city’s oldest markets with a local and then preparing classic dishes at a family-run cooking school. Make four courses and sample what you’ve created during a celebratory meal.
Take the guesswork out of reaching your hotel from the Palermo airport with this stress-free private transfer. Save time with pickup directly from the arrivals area and relax on board an air-conditioned sedan or minivan while your driver navigates the tricky traffic to your final destination. Luggage and an hour of extra time at the airport in case your flight is delayed is included.
On this two-for-one, full-day private tour, you’ll discover top historical sights in both Monreale—famous for its mosaic-filled 12th-century cathedral—and stunning, seaside Cefalù. Travel comfortably by air-conditioned minivan, with bottled water and hotel transfers included. You’ll also enjoy free time to browse local boutiques.
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Private Monreale, Cefalù & Castelbuono Tour, from Palermo area
"Fantastic tour. Our drive was amazing so informative, drove very safe through some very small streets. It is self guided when you get to the locations but the drive is wonderful and every stop is beautiful. Cefalu lunch was fantastic and what a beautiful beach. I highly recommend this tour."..."
"Fantastic tour. Our drive was amazing so informative, drove very safe through some very small streets. It is self guided when you get to the locations but the drive is wonderful and every stop is beautiful. Cefalu lunch was fantastic and what a beautiful beach. I highly recommend this tour."
Palermo morning Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty
"Wonderful walking food tour. Learned a lot about food, history, tips to cross the street and deal with motorbikes. Loved the experience. We tried foods that we would not have known about. Thank you!!!"..."
"Wonderful walking food tour. Learned a lot about food, history, tips to cross the street and deal with motorbikes. Loved the experience. We tried foods that we would not have known about. Thank you!!!"
Market Tour, Traditional Cooking and Limoncello class
"We traveled to Palermo with our family of 6 - grandparents to young adults and we loved this tour! Patrizia is a gracious, warm and welcoming host and made our afternoon exploring the Capo market and cooking an authentic Sicilian feast the highlight of our trip! Our meal was delicious - can’t wait to try our new pasta making skills at home!"..."
"We traveled to Palermo with our family of 6 - grandparents to young adults and we loved this tour! Patrizia is a gracious, warm and welcoming host and made our afternoon exploring the Capo market and cooking an authentic Sicilian feast the highlight of our trip! Our meal was delicious - can’t wait to try our new pasta making skills at home!"
Full Day Shore Excursion to Zingaro Reserve and San Vito Lo Capo from Palermo
"We had such a great day with our guide, Umberto! We were so happy we arrived at Zingaro Reserve early before the crowds - we hiked for two hours on the coastal trail and then cooled down at the beach closest to the parking area. We then visited Scopello, ate a great seafood lunch, and ended the day at San Vito. Umberto shared so much interesting history and culture about Sicily at each town we visited - we could tell how passionate he was and how much he enjoys his job! He had great food recommendations, made sure we stopped at key lookout points for pictures, and even packed us a snack and spare beach towels. We highly recommend this tour and so appreciated having Umberto as our guide!"..."
"We had such a great day with our guide, Umberto! We were so happy we arrived at Zingaro Reserve early before the crowds - we hiked for two hours on the coastal trail and then cooled down at the beach closest to the parking area. We then visited Scopello, ate a great seafood lunch, and ended the day at San Vito. Umberto shared so much interesting history and culture about Sicily at each town we visited - we could tell how passionate he was and how much he enjoys his job! He had great food recommendations, made sure we stopped at key lookout points for pictures, and even packed us a snack and spare beach towels. We highly recommend this tour and so appreciated having Umberto as our guide!"
Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Palermo
"We had a fantastic time. Maria and Francesco were wonderful hosts. We not only learned to make pasta and tiramisu but had an engaged fun conversations. Inspiring"..."
"We had a fantastic time. Maria and Francesco were wonderful hosts. We not only learned to make pasta and tiramisu but had an engaged fun conversations. Inspiring"
Transfer From Palermo to Catania with a Stop in Agrigento Valley of Temples
"What a great trip! Daniel was so kind and helpful in every way of our long journey from Palermo to Catania. He made our trip so much better and was very informative. We will definitely book him and aviator again on our next visit to Sicily"..."
"What a great trip! Daniel was so kind and helpful in every way of our long journey from Palermo to Catania. He made our trip so much better and was very informative. We will definitely book him and aviator again on our next visit to Sicily"
Discover Segesta, Erice, Trapani and Paceco Salt Pans Natural Reserve from Palermo, Private Tour
"GREAT TRIP! But be forewarned this is not a TOUR as stated the driver is not a guide and drops you off. However, our Driver Marcello was EXCELLENT, he was very polite, friendly and provided a lot of information during our ride! Not to mention the Cannoli were exceptional and the best we had in all of italy!! Ask for Marcello and if your lucky enough to get him you are surely in for a wonderful time!"..."
"GREAT TRIP! But be forewarned this is not a TOUR as stated the driver is not a guide and drops you off. However, our Driver Marcello was EXCELLENT, he was very polite, friendly and provided a lot of information during our ride! Not to mention the Cannoli were exceptional and the best we had in all of italy!! Ask for Marcello and if your lucky enough to get him you are surely in for a wonderful time!"
"Streaty does an excellent job. Our guide, Salvo, was fantastic. He was not only knowledgeable about the food, but also the history of Palermo and Sicily. And very entertaining!"..."
"Streaty does an excellent job. Our guide, Salvo, was fantastic. He was not only knowledgeable about the food, but also the history of Palermo and Sicily. And very entertaining!"
"My wife and I totally enjoyed meeting our guide and instructor, Patricia. She was warm and welcoming into her Palermo home for a light hearted class on her terrace for Sicilian dishes."..."
"My wife and I totally enjoyed meeting our guide and instructor, Patricia. She was warm and welcoming into her Palermo home for a light hearted class on her terrace for Sicilian dishes."
Palermo Airport to Palermo city or vice versa, private transfer service
"We enjoyed the trip to the city thanks to the driver. He is a person with very wide knowledge and much love for the city. We appreciate the stories about Palermo that he shared with us."..."
"We enjoyed the trip to the city thanks to the driver. He is a person with very wide knowledge and much love for the city. We appreciate the stories about Palermo that he shared with us."
Private Agrigento & Scale of the Turks Tour, from Palermo area
"Mimmo was a great driver, guide and an engaging host. Agrigento is not to be missed. Takes you back to the time of Homer (600) BC. Mimmo took us to an unforgettable seafood restaurant for lunch. Then it was on to the Turkish steps for some fresh sea air and a view of an impressive natural wonder."..."
"Mimmo was a great driver, guide and an engaging host. Agrigento is not to be missed. Takes you back to the time of Homer (600) BC. Mimmo took us to an unforgettable seafood restaurant for lunch. Then it was on to the Turkish steps for some fresh sea air and a view of an impressive natural wonder."
The best of the West Segesta, Erice, Trapani Saline, Full-Day Tour from Palermo
"Sal and Umberto were great hosts. Lots of info and free time for lunch and shopping. We had a comfortable van and took lots of photos. 3 of 4 of us are from Italian/Sicilian heritage."..."
"Sal and Umberto were great hosts. Lots of info and free time for lunch and shopping. We had a comfortable van and took lots of photos. 3 of 4 of us are from Italian/Sicilian heritage."
"Excellent A++ experience with Patricia. We tasted 6 wines and cheese pairings plus bread, pesto and a dessert. Patricia is very knowledgeable, friendsly, professional and welcomes you in to her home/apartment. Do not hesitate to do this you will be happy you did!!"..."
"Excellent A++ experience with Patricia. We tasted 6 wines and cheese pairings plus bread, pesto and a dessert. Patricia is very knowledgeable, friendsly, professional and welcomes you in to her home/apartment. Do not hesitate to do this you will be happy you did!!"
"A fantastic experience with very friendly and knowledgeable tour guide, Salvadore. The trip to the Cathedral at Monreale was magic. Gorgeous Byzantine mosaics covering everything. Simply amazing! The Catacombs are like none other I have ever seen. You will treasure this experience for a lifetime."..."
"A fantastic experience with very friendly and knowledgeable tour guide, Salvadore. The trip to the Cathedral at Monreale was magic. Gorgeous Byzantine mosaics covering everything. Simply amazing! The Catacombs are like none other I have ever seen. You will treasure this experience for a lifetime."
"Best of Palermo from start to finish. Great history, tips and techniques to bring home. Michael is personable and true to details of Sicilian history and authenticity"..."
"Best of Palermo from start to finish. Great history, tips and techniques to bring home. Michael is personable and true to details of Sicilian history and authenticity"
"I tried but it kept saying i didnt write enough. If you don't want 5 stars then just say so instead of making people write a book. Who in your management team thought it was a great idea to have a min character limit? I loved the service, now I'm just irritated."..."
"I tried but it kept saying i didnt write enough. If you don't want 5 stars then just say so instead of making people write a book. Who in your management team thought it was a great idea to have a min character limit? I loved the service, now I'm just irritated."
Full Day Exclusive Excursion to Monreale & Cefalù From Palermo
"We had read of the beauty of both Monreale and Cefalu, but this exceeded our expectations. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and added an extra dimension to just seeing these sights."..."
"We had read of the beauty of both Monreale and Cefalu, but this exceeded our expectations. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and added an extra dimension to just seeing these sights."