9 Day Tour Small Group Tour From Palermo to Taormina

9 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Experience a seamless journey tailored for discerning travelers through carefully curated itineraries designed for small groups of just 4 to 16 passengers, ensuring an intimate and highly personalized atmosphere.

Every detail of your travel logistics is expertly managed so you can relax, starting with top-rated accommodations and culminating in rich, authentic encounters paired with genuine local food every single day.

All guided excursions are fully included in the experience, allowing you to immerse yourself in the destination without ever worrying about extra planning or hidden costs. To guarantee complete transparency and peace of mind from the moment you book, all local taxes and credit card processing fees are completely covered.

What's Included

Lunch (Optional[3])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[5])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[8])
Breakfast

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our driver will be waiting at Palermo’s international airport (PMO) to escort you to your hotel at either 11:30 am, or 14:30 pm.

Drop-off point
Vincenzo Bellini Catania Airport

Your airport transfers arrive at Catania Int Airport (CTA) at 7:00 am.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Welcome to Palermo

    1 stop
  • Palermo (Pass by)

    Welcome to Sicily! your driver will be waiting at Palermo’s international airport (PMO) to escort you to your hotel at either 11:30 am, or 14:30 pm. In the late afternoon, meet with your tour leader for a sightseeing tour followed by a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

  • Day 2

    Palermo - Sanctuary of Santa Rosalia - Monreale

    3 stops
  • 1
    Piazza Bellini

    Rendez–vous with your local guide for a walking tour of the city center including the honey-colored cathedral and Piazza Bellini.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Visit the Sanctuary of Santa Rosalia, a figure of major social and religious importance to the locals.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Duomo di Monreale - Cattedrale di Monreale

    From there, travel to the town of Monreale to visit the magnificent 12th-century Norman Cathedral. Take in picturesque views of the Conca d’Oro, famous for its 50,000 square feet of precious Byzantine mosaics. Tonight, enjoy an authentic Sicilian meal

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • Day 3

    Cefalù

    1 stop
  • 4
    Cefalu

    Cefalù is one of Sicily’s finest gems. This alluring fishing village is renowned for its spectacular Norman Cathedral with dazzling mosaics and for the medieval washhouses built into the rocks. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Spend the evening exploring Palermo at your leisure.

    5 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 4

    Erice – Agrigento

    2 stops
  • 5
    Erice

    After breakfast, leave the city of Palermo and move to the medieval hill town of Erice, situated 880 meters above sea level and surrounded by ancient Elimi and Phoenician walls. It offers breathtaking sights with truly unique landscapes. Here, there will be free time to stroll through the bustling cobbled streets to visit the traditional shops.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Valley of the Temples

    After a scenic southward drive, arrive at the Valley of the Temples and enjoy a walking tour with your local guide. This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to the world’s most striking and well-preserved Grecian ruins outside of Athens. Conclude the day with a dinner at a local restaurant.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 5

    Ragusa – Modica

    2 stops
  • 7
    Ragusa

    Depart to Ragusa, a city divided into two parts: the upper part, built after the earthquake in 1693, and the lower part, called Ragusa Ibla, where the baroque style is woven throughout the splendid churches and ancient squares.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Modica

    In the afternoon drive to Modica. Overlooking the Cathedral and its scenic view with some free time to taste the famous authentic chocolate of Modica. Tonight dinner included at local restaurant.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 6

    Noto - Marzamemi

    2 stops
  • 9
    Noto

    Today, visit Noto, perched on a plateau overlooking the Asinaro valley, covered with citrus, olive and almond trees, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO because of its elegant Baroque style. Enjoy fresh seafood at a local restaurant for lunch.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Marzamemi

    In the afternoon drive to the beautiful village of Marzamemi where you can discover remnants of ancient tuna fishing traditions and relax on the beaches.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 7

    Syracuse – Taormina

    1 stop
  • 11
    Ortigia

    Enjoy the scenic beauty and treasures of the island’s east coast on our way to Syracuse. Following your local guide visit the island of Ortigia, famous for it’s freshwater spring “Fonte Arethusa” which has inspired poets and writers for centuries.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 8

    Taormina - Winery - Mount Etna

    2 stops
  • 12
    Taormina

    In the morning, take a walking tour of Taormina. Founded in 400 BC, this beautiful city overlooks the peak of Mount Etna and the sea. Visit the Corso Umberto and the 3rd-century Greek Amphitheater, the second largest of its kind in Sicily.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Mount Etna

    Lunch will be served on the slopes of Mount Etna with a wine tasting from local farms. Enjoy the evening at leisure.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 9

    Airport transfer

    1 stop
  • 14
    Vincenzo Bellini Catania Airport

    Arrivederci Sicilia! Your airport transfers arrive at Catania Int Airport (CTA) at 7:00 am.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Great Tours of Italy

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Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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