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36 Sicily trips. Tours from 14 tour companies. 525 reviews. 4.6/5 avg rating.
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4.9/5 Excellent
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Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Extreme
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- Explore baroque Scicli with a local guide, and venture outside the city to the lovely Noto Valley.
- Tour an organic winery and olive maker in the canyons of the Iblean upland.
- Join your hotel chef for a hands-on demonstration of Sicilian cooking.
7 days$514 / day
By Collette
premier
Why we love them
With a history that spans back to 1918, they have unparalleled expertise in the guided tour industry and can cater to all types of travelers.
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsLodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
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- Explore the flavors of Maltese cuisine during a family-style dinner at a local band club.
- Pause for a Sicilian cappuccino and pastry breakfast at a local “bar.”
- Visit a family-owned organic herb farm and enjoy a lunch flavored with delicious aromatic plants.
12 days$262 / day
By Globus
none
Why we love them
Despite being one of the most established names in the travel business, they continue to innovate and offer new top-notch experiences.
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsLodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Highlights
- Palermo: Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, visit the Norman cathedral in Monreale, and the cathedral; lunch at Focacceria San Francesco
- Erice: Visit the hilltop town and try the famous almond biscuits and Marsala wine
- Motya: Boat cruise; visit museumMARSALA AREA
10 days$280 / day
By Globus
none
Why we love them
Despite being one of the most established names in the travel business, they continue to innovate and offer new top-notch experiences.
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsLodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
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- Rome : Welcome dinner at a local restaurant
- Castel gandolfo: Guided visit of the Papal Palace and the Barberini Gardens
- Sorrento–capri : By jetfoil
14 days$271 / day
By Globus
none
Why we love them
Despite being one of the most established names in the travel business, they continue to innovate and offer new top-notch experiences.
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsLodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Highlights
Escape to Sicily for seven days of beauty, cuisine, and history—without the crowds you’d find in the high season. Begin in Palermo and meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. Spend the following day on a guided sightseeing tour of Palermo’s ornate Piazza Bellini and Capo Market. See the stunning baroque features of the Church of the Immacolata, and visit the historic Palermo Cathedral. Enjoy the panoramic view of the Conca d’Oro in Monreale, and visit the 12th-century Norman Cathedral with its treasured byzantine mosaics. Walk through the 24-centuries-old Valley of the Temples with your Local Guide in Agrigento, visit Piazza Armerina’s Villa Romana del Casale to admire the world’s largest collection of Roman mosaics. In Syracuse, the birthplace of mathematician Archimedes, you’ll take a guided visit to the archaeological site of the 5th-century-BC Greek Theater, Garden of Paradise, Ear of Dionysus, Altar of Hieron II, Roman Amphitheater, and the Cordmaker’s Cave. Travel to Catania, where you’ll sample Sicily’s famous Arancino, and spend two nights on the spectacular Taormina Riviera, your base for a fascinating excursion to Mount Etna—the largest active volcano in Europe. Explore Taormina, and complete your Sicilian Escape with a fabulous farewell dinner at a local restaurant. You’ll treasure the time spent exploring Sicily’s famous sights and stunning scenery—without the crowds of the busy travel season on this spectacular guided tour of Sicily!
7 days$200 / day
By Globus
none
Why we love them
Despite being one of the most established names in the travel business, they continue to innovate and offer new top-notch experiences.
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsLodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Highlights
Trekked by more than half of humankind’s ancient world, modern day Sicily still offers off-the-beaten-path discoveries that reveal an undiscovered side of Italy. The Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans, French, Germans, Spanish, Italians, and even the British have left an impression on this gorgeous island, and it shows in its diverse architecture, unique culture, and multinational cuisine. As you trace the sparkling coast from the flamboyant capital city of Palermo to the ultra-chic Taormina Riviera, you can expect stunning archaeological treasures, ancient works of art, and a warm welcome at every turn, and a cool gelato on every corner. Discover the marvelous sights of Malta to explore the ancient archaeological sites and amazing seaside sights along the way. Join us to experience these two countries' exquisite beauty that will stay with you for years to come—a guided vacation in Sicily and Malta you’ll treasure forever.
13 days$283 / day
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Apr 2025
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Malta and Gozo Discovery
A wonderful, well-planned itinerary packed full of gems including visits to Ancient sites, the Citadel, ancient temples, museums, the harbour at Valetta, Mdina, boat...
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Kathryn
Apr 2025
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Malta and Gozo Discovery
This is a really great trip if you love history. Malta is a fascinating place and the Explore tour covers most of it! Be prepared for sitting in Malta’s traffic for ...
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Boz
Mar 2025
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Malta and Gozo Discovery
First of all, our Tour guide Althea was outstanding. Explore is lucky to have such a first class guide. She was knowledgeable, caring and just brilliant in all resp...
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Mary Kempski
Mar 2025
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Malta and Gozo Discovery
Our guide was excellent and I can thoroughly recommend Althea whose enthusiasm and knowledge couldn’t be faulted. This made the trip. It was a great group and we all...
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Mar 2025
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Malta and Gozo Discovery
The trip was well organised and planned. The accommodation was pleasant and well located. The tourguide was nice, organised, very knowledgeable and keen to share her...
Sicily Tour Selection Trips
- Sicily has a number of uneven pavements to walk on, steep stairways to climb and rough bouncy roads to drive over. This may not be the best trip if you have trouble walking or suffer from a bad back or neck.
- Sicilian meals are bountiful and then some. Know from the start that you will be served large amounts and several courses, so pace yourself.
- Sicilian cuisine is varied and outstanding. Consider enhancing your gastronomic experience by at least sampling some foods you might not eat at home.
- While Sicily's weather is normally sunny and mild, it can get a bit chilly at higher altitudes, so taking layers of clothing is recommended.
- When you have free time in a city or town, get away from the main streets and more touristy areas. The back streets and hidden neighborhoods are much less crowded, charming and quite safe.
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Sicily is where some of the greatest cultures of the Mediterranean Sea converged. The island was once the center of the ancient world that saw traders and influences from the Ottoman Empire, Africa, and Greece.
This cultural melting pot and the distinct way of life of Sicily makes this island one of Italy’s most culturally and diverse regions.
Where is Sicily
Sicily is an island located right off the tip of the boot of Southern Italy and is one of the self-governing regions of Italy. Sicily is separated from the mainland by the Strait of Messina that connects the Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas.
Travelers to Sicily can reach the island by either ferry or plane. The two main airports for the island are in Palermo and Catania. If you are coming from the Italian mainland, you can take a ferry from the region of Calabria at the tip of the Italian boot or take a longer ferry ride from Naples or Genoa.
Top Things to See in Sicily
Sicily has a history stretching back thousands of years with influences from all over the world. All of these important cultural impacts have created some of the most interesting cities and sites in Italy. Also, Sicily has a very unique landscape that has made it a top destination for visitors to Italy for years.
1. Palermo - One of the starting points for tours of Sicily, Palermo is a true representation of the historical roadmap of Sicily. Sicily is home to stunning Arabic architecture, Byzantine churches, and traditional Sicilian food such as arancini and caponata.
2. Mount Etna - One of Sicily’s main attractions, Mount Etna is an active stratovolcano just north of Catania. Visitors can hike the trails of the surrounding park or visit the active craters scattered across the volcano.
3. Valley of Temples - The Valley of the Temples is a history lover’s dream and a top destination included in Sicily guided tours. The Valley of the Temples is an archaeological park in the city of Agrigento where 3,000 years of human occupation can be seen in the Greek temples, buildings, and theatres of the site.
4. Ortigia - Ortigia may be small, but it is mighty. Ortigia is the old town of Syracuse on the southern end of Sicily. Travelers will enjoy the tiny cobblestone streets, independent shops, and plazas that transport you to Sicily’s medieval and Greek past.
5. Vineyards - Sicily is one of Italy’s most famous wine regions. Covering over 300,000 acres of the island, these vineyards provide some of the best dessert wine in the world. Visitors to the island can take guided wine tours of the many vineyards around Palermo, Catania, and Mount Etna.
Common Sicily Tour Routes
Most guided tours of Sicily start and end in Catania or Palermo. These two main cities sit on opposite sides of the island and are both culturally important to understanding the Sicilian way of life. Both of these cities are also the best base points for day trips around the island.
Sicily tours typically last between 8-15 days. Most tour itineraries include the major destinations of Mount Etna, Taormina, Syracuse, and the Valley of the Temples. The tour routes typically follow a semi-circle or full circle route of the island, visiting cities and regions along the coast.
Sicily is occasionally included in broader Italy tours in Southern Italy. Many of these tour itineraries include stops on the Amalfi Coast, Sorrento, Naples, and Capri.
Who Will Enjoy Touring Sicily
Sicily is a prime destination for those wishing to learn about a storied culture while touring spectacular landscapes. History lovers will enjoy the multicultural cities of Palermo and Syracuse and the influential Valley of the Temples.
Additionally, outdoor enthusiasts will love the distinct terrain of Sicily. With towering mountains and long, stretching beaches, Sicily is one of the best places for travelers to experience Sicilian history through nature.
If you are looking for a food and wine experience, you will not be disappointed in Sicily. With such a strong food identity and wine culture, foodies will enjoy the food and wine tours that are offered in most Sicilian tour itineraries.
Sicily is also a destination for those looking to see another side of Italy. Since Sicily didn’t become part of the Italian kingdom until the 1860s, Sicily has retained a very distinct identity compared to other parts of Italy.
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