The best of Sicily Tour
How To See Sicily With A Small Group Tour
Are you dreaming of experiencing the best of Sicily while traveling with a small group of like-minded travellers over 50? You've come to the right place. Our tour goes beyond the typical Sicily experience. Together, we will explore not only the famous Sicilian cities but also its hidden gems in small towns and villages. Our journey will take us from Catania to Taormina, Cefalù, Palermo, San Angelo Muxaro, Agrigento, Syracuse (including Ortigia), and Ragusa. We will visit six of the seven UNESCO World Heritage sites in Sicily, featuring archaeological sites that date back thousands of years B.C. Explore the Valley of the Temples, the Neapolis Roman Theatre in Syracuse, the Greek Theatre in Taormina, and the stunning baroque towns of Noto and Monreale, known for their magnificent cathedrals. We will indulge in exquisite Sicilian cuisine at local restaurants and markets. Enjoy a traditional family home-cooked lunch and take part in various food tastings featuring seafood dishes, cheeses, Sicilian pastries, and more. See the Best Of Sicily Tour itinerary.

Our Small Group Tour of Sicily in 2023
Dates & Itinerary Of The Best Of Sicily Tour
11th May - 20th May 2026 (9 nights & 10 days)
- DAY 1 - Pick up in Catania - Visit of Taormina and transfer to Milazzo
After pick-up at the train station, we travel to Sicily's most picturesque town, Taormina, and visit its Teatro Greco (Greek theatre) with views of the bay and Mount Etna. After a walking tour of the town centre, we have free time for lunch and strolling around. In the afternoon we drive to Milazzo on the northern coast, we check-in at the hotel. We have our welcome dinner. - DAY 2 - A day out at the Eolian Islands: Lipari & Vulcano
Today after breakfast, we have our transfer by ferry to Vulcano and Lipari. We walk up to the Vulcano crater and those who are not hiking, can go for a walk at the beaches. We visit Lipari on a guided walking tour in the afternoon and travel by bus to Cefalù where we check-in, and have free time for dinner. - DAY 3- Guided Walk of Cefalù - Visit of Monreale Cathedral
After a guided walking tour of Cefalù, we have free time for lunch and strolling around its beautiful town centre and early afternoon we travel to the Monreale Cathedral near Palermo where we have a 2-hour guided tour of the cathedral. Late afternoon we check-in at the hotel in Palermo and have dinner together. - DAY 4 - Exploring Palermo Town Centre + Cathedral + Food Market
We go on a morning walking tour of the city with a street food tour of one of its iconic food markets. We have lunch at the market, followed by a guided walking tour of the town centre and visit of the Cathedral. We have free time to enjoy Palermo in the afternoon, with aperitivo time and dinner. - DAY 5 - Visit of San Angelo Muxaro + Valley of the Temples
Today it's a full day of Sicily's heart off-the-beaten path and characteristic village of San Angelo Milano with its picturesque environment settings. We go on guided walk of San Angelo, and stop for 2 local produce tastings and live demonstration (cheese-making). We have home-cooked lunch in a family. Early afternoon we travel to the Valley of Temples, the most significant archaeological site in the world and spend nearly 2-3 hours on a guided exploration of the archeological site. - DAY 6 - Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina + Ragusa Ibla
Today we dive into another Sicily's Unesco world heritage sites: the Roman Villa in Piazza Armerina, a jewel of the ancient Roman time with its beautiful well-preserved mosaics. After 2-hour guided visit we head to Ragusa where we check in at our hotel and visit the town centre with the cathedral and a gelato tasting. - DAY 7 - Walking through the Ispica Caves + Canyon ISPICA + Scicli visit + Sensorial Herbs Experience
Today we get active again and go for an easy to moderate walk across the green canyon between Modica and Ispica. We first have a guided walk of the Ispica ancient caves, typical of this region. easy. We have our lunch with local produce tastings. In the afternoon we have a guided walk of Scicli and a special sensorial experience in a local herbs-farm. - DAY 8 - Visit of Noto + the Neapolis archeological park site in Syracuse
Today we spend time visiting the baroque township of NOTO, another UNESCO World Heritage site. In the afternoon we reach Syracuse and visit the whole Neapolis with its Greek Theatre, and the Ear of Dionysius, a limestone cave carved out of Temenites hill. We check-in at our hotel and have free time for dinner. - DAY 9 - Guided Walking Tour of Ortigia + Farewell Dinner
Today we go on a guided walking tour of Ortigia including the Street Markets. We have lunch with local produce tastings in a local caseificio (cheese factory). Farewell Dinner in Ortigia. - DAY 10 - Transfer to Catania Airport + Railway Station - End Of Tour
After breakfast we have our privare bus transfer to the Catania Airport or Catania Train Station. End of Tour.
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Tour Price And Tour Conditions
Please review the pricing details for the Best Of Sicily Tour, which we confirm with 8 participants. However, to secure the best prices, we aim to have 12 participants on tour. 🤗
12 participants € 3515*
10 participants € 3735*
8 participants € 4070*
*The above prices are per person in twin-bed sharing, or double room. For single use, the upgrade is € 410.
See how to book your spot on tour. Not sure if this tour is right for you, fill in the inquiry form or schedule a private call on Zoom with Michela to ask your questions and discuss anything you need to know.
What the Tour Price includes
✅ 9 Overnights* in 4* Hotels with Continental Breakfast.
✅ 5 Dinners: (1 x Welcome Dinner . 2 Dinner on day 3+5. 1 x Dinner on day 7. 1 x Farewell Dinner on day 9).
✅ 4 Lunches: (on Day 4 at the Palermo Food Tour. On day 5 San Angelo M. and at the Ispica Caves Cottage on day 7. On day 9 Ortigia).
✅ 3 x Local Produce + Cheese tastings, Ice cream tasting (In San Angelo M. on day 5 + Ragusa Ibla on day 6)
1 x guided walk to the Crater of Vulcano Island + 1 x guided walking tour of Lipari.1 x guided walk to the Crater of Vulcano Island + 1 x guided walking tour of Lipari.1 x guided walk to the Crater of Vulcano Island + 1 x guided walking tour of Lipari✅ 1 x guided walk to the Crater of Vulcano Island + 1 x guided walking tour of Lipari.Taor✅ 1 x guided walk to the Vulcano Crater + Lipari island walking tour (On day 2).(on day 2)..
✅ 8 x guided city walks of Taormina, Cefalù, Palermo, Ragusa Ibla, Noto, Scicli, Ortigia. (on day 1/3/4/6
✅ 4 x guided visit of Archeological parks. (2-hour each: Taormina, Valley of the Temples, Villa Romana, Neapolis Syracusa).
✅ 1 x guided tour of Monreale Cathedral. (2-hour on day 3) (on day 3)(on dddddd
✅ 1 x Sensorial Herbs Nursery Experience in Scicli. (1-hour on day 7).
✅ 1 x guided walk of the Ispica Caves. (3-hour on day 7).
✅ 5 entrances to: 4 archeological sites + 1 x Monreale Cathedral. (€ 90).
✅ 2 x Ferry from Milazzo to/from Aeolian Islands (Vulcano + Lipari on day 2, about € 60).
✅ 1 x Private Driver with mini-van (20 seats). All coach transfers throughout the 10 days. All parking fees.
✅ 1 Airport drop-off in Catania and/or train station (on day 10)
✅ English Speaking Tour Leaders throughout the 10 days.
What the Tour Price does not include
❌ Flights to/from Catania Airport.
❌ City Tax imposed by city council ( € 38.50 for 9 nights, stand May 2025)
❌ 2% surcharge for payment with credit card. (alternatively you can pay by bank transfer).
❌ Travel Insurance for Italy. (we can offer advice on the best travel insurance comparison websites).
❌ Tips for Tour Organiser, Tour Leaders, Driver. (optional + at your discretion).
❌ Everything which is not listed below "tour prices includes" is automatically excluded.
Extra Bonuses included in the Tour Price
🌟 2 x Group Zoom Calls. One in Dec/Jan and one in March. Advice for booking flights, travel insurance, things to know about Sicily.
🌟 2 x Group Zoom Calls. From November 2025 before starting the Best of Sicily Group Tour.
🌟 1 x Private WhatsApp Group for Tour Participants. 2 weeks prior tour departure and during the tour.
How to Book Your Spot on the Sicily Tour
Click the link below and pay the deposit to save your spot on tour. Upon paying the deposit, you'll receive an email confirmation of your booking and a PDF brochure with full details of the Best Of Sicily Tour. 🤗
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