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7-Day Sicily in Style from Palermo to Catania, Private Tour

7 days

Very easy

7 D | Private Roundtrip | From Palermo to Catania

Experience the essence of Sicily in one unforgettable week. This private tour takes you from vibrant Palermo to historic Catania, through Agrigento’s ancient wonders and Taormina’s stunning coastline. With expert local guides, comfortable private transfers, and exclusive tastings, you’ll uncover the art, history, and flavors that define Italy’s most enchanting island.


TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Palermo: the second largest historical centre in Europe with its largest number of UNESCO sites. Architecture in the city reflects the city's periods of Arab, Norman, and Spanish rule.

Agrigento: is best known as the city of temples, with its vast archaeological park that retains a string of five Greek temples and the ancient city walls that surrounded the place that was named Akragas.

Taormina:  boasts a rich artistic, historical and cultural heritage that with its healthy climate and beautiful natural scenery, has attracted visitors since the middle of the eighteenth century.

Catania: an ancient port city on Sicily’s east coast that sits at the foot of Mt. Etna. The city's wide central square, Piazza del Duomo, features the whimsical Fontana dell'Elefante statue and richly decorated Catania Cathedral.

What's included?

    TOUR GUIDE: 

    • Operated with private English-speaking local guides (Day 2, 3)
    • Operated with a shared English-speaking local guide (Day 5)

    ACCOMMODATION:

    • 6 nights' accommodation

    ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

    Day 1 - 2 Palermo

    Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Palazzo Natoli or similar 4*

    Day 3 Agrigento

    Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Scala dei Turchi or similar 4*

    Day 4 - 5 Taormina

    Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Rivage or similar 4*

    Day 6 Catania

    Superior Hotel Category = Hotel NH Catania or similar 4*


    MEALS:

    • 6 Breakfasts
    • 1 Light lunch (day 5)

    TRANSPORT: 

    • Arrival private transfer from Palermo Airport to the hotel
    • Private transfers throughout the tour
    • Departure private transfer from the hotel to Catania Airport

    ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITES:

    • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Palermo city tour, including entrance fees to Palazzo dei Normanni and Cappella Palatina (Day 2); Valley of Temples tour, including entrance fee (Day 3); small group 4x4 tour to Mt Etna with wine tasting and lunch (Day 5); 

    OTHER:

    • Meet & Greet
    Exclusions
      • Entrance fees not mentioned above
      • City tax not included, payable on the spot
      • Visa fees
      • International or domestic flights 
      • Drinks during meals
      • Optional tours (if any)
      • Any visit not mentioned in the program
      • Tips and gratuities  
      • Expenditures of a personal nature or items not stated explicitly in the program
      • Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
      • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
      Please note
        • Only one bag per person allowed (any size) plus one hand luggage
        • We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons.
        • Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
        • No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed  
        What to bring

          Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Italy. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat, and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.