Tours and Trips in Sicily

Visit the historic city of Messina on a 2-hour walking tour with a local guide that's a great overview and orientation for first-time visitors. Learn about Sicily's Arab-Norman heritage as you make your way from Cathedral Square to a series of churches, landmarks, and artwork, and hear stories from Messina's fascinating past. Multiple departures are available throughout the day.

Explore Sicily on this 5-day tour from Palermo to Taormina. See panoramic views from Mt Etna, spot iconic film locations from 'The Godfather' and check out the UNESCO-listed Valley of the Temples in Agrigento. Enjoy a taste of authentic Sicilian fare, rich history and culture as you discover the eastern part of the island with your guide and small group.

Explore Western Sicily from Palermo easily without having to rent a car with this tour of Erice, Trapani, and the salt flats. Travel comfortably from stop to stop by air-conditioned minivan as a guide tells you all about the area and its history as you go. Plus, round-trip transport from your Palermo hotel is included.

The mighty peak of Mount Etna is one of the highlights of a visit to Sicily and a mountain bike tour is a fun way to soak up the scenery. On this half-day cycling adventure from Catania, choose from two equally thrilling routes - a high altitude trail with spectacular views or a scenic forest loop that passes dramatic old lava flows.

Spend a day exploring the ancient sights of the Valley of the Temples with this day trip from Palermo. Travel to Agrigento for a quick coffee break (own expense) before visiting the fascinating site for a 1-hour tour. See the temples of Hera, Concordia and Apollo. Take a midday break for lunch (own expense) before stopping at the archaeology museum for a 1-hour self-guided visit.

10 minutes walk from the Cathedral square you find the  Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena, a late baroque monument and one of the biggest Benedictine monastery in Europe. The construction of the building started in 1500 and has continued until today. It is an example of architectonical integration of different styles through different epochs.  It leads the visitors through the most important spaces of the Monastery: the two cloisters, the cellars of the XVI century today transformed into the faculty library, the roman domus (house), the 'Night Choir' with its 'balcony' on the main altar of San Nicolò l'Arena Church, the Novices Garden and the kitchen and cellars of the XVIII century realised by the architect Vaccarini.The monastery is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It hosts the Department of Humanities of the University of Catania.

Spend a day exploring the Turkish Riviera's stunning scenery on this adventurous tour. Following pickup from your Marmaris hotel and a safety briefing, hop in your Jeep and go for an off-road tour through the region's hills and forests, enjoying panoramic views as you go. Next, transfer to a boat and journey to Incekum Bay, where you can dine on board and swim. Continue to Cleopatra Island - so named because the Egyptian Queen was said to spend time here - for further sunbathing and paddling before returning to your hotel.

Taormina is one of Sicily's most beautiful hilltop towns, but it can be challenge to avoid the crowds, especially in the summer months. This private 2-hour tour ensures a personalized experience and the undivided attention of your guide, so you can admire landmarks such as the Greek Theatre, Corvaia Palace, and Porta Messina; learn more about Taormina's ancient history; and enjoy spectacular views of Mount Etna.

Glide through the historic streets of Catania on a 3-hour Segway tour. Follow a local guide through the UNESCO-listed city center, passing the Fountain of the Elephant, the bustling street of Via Etnea and the park of Villa Bellini. Pause to admire the 13th-century Castle Ursino and learn more about the city's medieval history. Your tour will conclude back at your original departure point.

Explore a Sicily off the beaten paths, departing from Palermo. 5 days between history, traditions, food and local culture to discover the authentic Sicily and live this amazing Italian island like a local!

Make the most of your time at shore and explore the beautiful Sicilian towns of Taormina and Castelmola. See key landmarks like the Greek theater, Palazzo Corvaja, and the city's cathedral before heading up to the small village of Castelmola. Here visitors can admire the panoramic views of the imposing Mount Etna, the highest volcano in Europe, and the Bay of Naxos before heading back to your ship.

The tour of this soap museum, which is in an old, restored 19th century building with high ceilings and original stonework, will let our visitors experience the beauty of the soap history in the traditional Mediterranean way. Our visitors can know more about soap production and history and understand more about what generally we use every day: soap!

Spend four nights in Sicily with a 4-star Palermo hotel as your base, and get to know the best of western Sicily. Sip wine in Marsala; learn how to cook Sicilian-style during a cooking class; hear about the Mafia on a day trip to Corleone; and see the Temple of Segesta, Monreale Cathedral, the Royal Palace of Palermo and more. It's a great way to experience Sicily's scenery, history and culture in one trip.

Only A few minutes walk from the Cathedral of Catania there is the Church of San Benedetto, right in the middle of the famous baroque street called Via Crociferi. The church is considered a small Sicilian Sistine chapel because of the richness of its frescoes realized by Giovanni Tuccari, a painter from Messina, in the 18th century. But the church is not just a triumph of baroque painting, there is also a large choir that looks like a Spanish galleon, a huge and beautiful reminder of the secluded life of the cloistered nuns that still live here, and the famous Angels' staircaise made of marble and stucco. The Church of San Benedetto is also famous because it was part of the set for "Storia di una Capinera" by Franco Zeffirelli, a movie from the short story by Giovanni Verga.For the city of Catania it is a symbol of religious faith that reaches its peak during the festivities of Sant'Agata when the Benedictine nuns sing, for the patron saint, from the central gate.

Sicily's Ionian coast is dotted with tiny islands, sea caves, and historic landmarks, and the best way to explore is by boat. On this 1.5-hour cruise from Syracuse, see Ortigia Island, the Spanish Walls, and Castello Maniace; cool off with a swim in the Mediterranean, and tuck into a delicious seafood lunch on-board.

The mighty peak of Mt Etna is Europe's highest active volcano and the most spectacular views of the snow-capped mountain are from the air. Soar overhead on a private 20-minute helicopter flight from Castiglione di Sicilia, and gaze down over the stunning landscapes of Mt Etna, the ancient amphitheater of Taormina, and the Valle del Bove crater.

This tour is ideal for travelers interested in Sicilian wildlife. Visit the peaceful Vendicari Nature Reserve with a naturalist guide who helps you spot birds - flamingos, storks, and herons migration through the area - and takes you to some of Sicily's least-frequented beaches. Then, visit Noto, the limestone-colored village that is a masterwork of baroque architecture. Plus, get round-trip transportation from your hotel in Syracuse in a luxury car.

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. After a full day of touring the UNESCO-listed islands, you will return to Taormina.

Enjoy a day of guaranteed fun in the sun during this adventure-filled, all-inclusive getaway from Marmaris. Hop on a red convertible bus for a scenic journey through the Turkish countryside before transferring to a boat cruise, with on-site amenities like karaoke and a foam party. Enjoy an onboard lunch before taking a dip in no less than three unforgettable swimming spots, from the Blue Lagoon to Cleopatra Island.

Channel the languorous life of Cleopatra on this cruise to Cleopatra Island, departing from Marmaris. Sail the emerald Gulf of Gökova, admiring stunning vistas and indulging in swimming dips during stops along the way. Savor a lunch onboard the boat, then port at the island's shores where the Egyptian queen famously vacationed with Mark Anthony. Enjoy the island itself as you wish - stroll, swim, sunbathe or explore the ancient ruins before returning to Marmaris, with one final swim stop on the way back. No trip to the Turkish coast is complete without this experience.