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The 15 Best Full-Day Tours in Sicily

34 tours  ·  from $62 a head

A short list for a long island: 15 full-day tours, each with a price, a duration and the one detail to check before you pay.

Segesta, Erice and Salt Pans Full-Day Excursion from Palermo - Nubia’s salt pans: a brief change of scene
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Segesta, Erice and Salt Pans Full-Day Excursion from Palermo

1.Segesta, Erice and Salt Pans Full-Day Excursion from Palermo

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,791 reviews · 8 hours · from $82Our pick

Travel from Palermo by air-conditioned van to Segesta’s ancient Greek site, Nubia’s salt pans and medieval Erice. You get set time at each stop to explore independently, rather than a guaranteed guided visit. Drivers speak Italian, English, Spanish or French; past trips have included drivers such as Sergio, Marco and Enzo.

“Marco was a great driver and we had a very fun day. He drove very carefully and was concerned for our safety and comfort. Would definitely recommend! He is a very nice guy!”

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Sicily: Etna and Alcantara Gorges Full-Day Tour with Lunch - Walking the Sartorius craters
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Sicily: Etna and Alcantara Gorges Full-Day Tour with Lunch

2.Etna and Alcantara Gorges Full-Day Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,766 reviews · 8 hours · from $105

Travel in a small-group van from eastern Sicily to Etna’s northern slopes for an off-road look at the 2002 lava front, an easy 3 km crater hike and a helmet-and-flashlight visit to a lava cave. A local lunch and included entry to Alcantara Gorge round out the eight-hour day. Guides speak English, Italian and French.

“Everything was great... exellent guiding and smooth transportation. Many thanks to Salvatore, Rosario and Giuseppe. You made a beautifull day for us.”

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Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania - Tasting Etna’s local products
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Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania

3.Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,155 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $118Top rated

Spend a full day travelling from Catania to Mount Etna and Taormina with a multilingual guide in a group of up to eight. Walk volcanic trails, visit a lava cave with a helmet and lamp, and sample local products. A cable car and high-altitude 4x4 ride are optional extra-cost activities, while Taormina comes with free time to explore.

“Salvatore was I learned more with Salvatore our guide than I did in four years of school, and all while desperately trying not to slip on rocks. Incredible experience!!”

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From Catania: Full-Day Mount Etna and Taormina Tour - Inside Grotta dei Tre Livelli
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From Catania: Full-Day Mount Etna and Taormina Tour

4.Full-Day Mount Etna and Taormina Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 644 reviews

Travel from Catania in a small group of up to eight to walk near Etna’s craters, visit a lava cave, and sample local produce before free time in Taormina. Guides such as Daria, Carmelo, Lorenzo, and Salvo lead the day in several languages. The cable car and 4x4 ride to higher ground cost extra.

“Gabriele was a great guide - knowledgeable and wiling to share many interesting facts and stories. We had an amazing time and we enjoyed the unplanned cable car but it was worth it - there is no use coming to the mountain if you don’t reach to the top.”

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Mount Etna and Taormina Full-Day Excursion from Palermo - Mount Etna: decide how high you want to go
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Mount Etna and Taormina Full-Day Excursion from Palermo

5.Mount Etna and Taormina Full-Day Excursion from Palermo

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 457 reviews · from $130

This 11-hour excursion takes you from Palermo to Mount Etna and Taormina by air-conditioned vehicle, with an Italian-, English-, or Spanish-speaking host. Expect long stretches on the road and about two hours at each main stop. The Etna cable car is extra, and the driver or guide varies by departure.

“Mount Etna & Taoromina are well worth visiting. The transport was comfortable but it is a long drive from Palermo. Giovanni our driver was a gentleman.”

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From Taormina: Full-Day Etna, Wine & Alcantara Canyons Tour - A winery lunch makes room to slow down
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From Taormina: Full-Day Etna, Wine & Alcantara Canyons Tour

6.Full-Day Etna, Wine & Alcantara Canyons Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 390 reviews · from $116

Travel from Taormina with a small group and a local guide for a two-hour walk around Etna’s extinct craters at 2,000 meters, a visit to a lava cave, lunch and wine tasting at a winery, and a stop at the Alcantara Canyons. Guides include Tony, Riccardo, Nicola and Claudio, though your guide may vary.

“Our Guide Daniele was amazing. He had a lot of knowledge, told us many details about volcanoes, flora and fauna, was funny and made the time flying. Highly recommended!!”

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Full Day Boat Tour San Vito Lo Capo to Castellammare del Golfo - Cala Tonnarella dell’Uzzo and the Cave of Lovers
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Full Day Boat Tour San Vito Lo Capo to Castellammare del Golfo

7.Full Day Boat Tour San Vito Lo Capo to Castellammare del Golfo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 292 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $139

Set out at 10 a.m. from San Vito Lo Capo on an eight-hour coastal cruise for up to 12 people. Expect swimming and snorkeling stops at coves near the Zingaro reserve and Scopello, plus two hours to walk around Castellammare del Golfo. Bottled water and snorkeling equipment are included; lunch is not listed as included.

“+ Fast paced boat and didn’t even feel the waves while we were crossing the ocean. + beautiful beaches and coves + Good guide”

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Full Day Taormina and Castelmola Tour with Messina Shore Excursion - Corso Umberto and Taormina’s old center
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Full Day Taormina and Castelmola Tour with Messina Shore Excursion

8.Full Day Taormina and Castelmola Tour with Messina Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 237 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $145

Ride from Messina to hilltop Castelmola and Taormina on a seven-hour guided shore excursion. Walk Corso Umberto, visit the Greek-Roman theater with admission included, then enjoy free time for food and shopping. Guides may include Sabrina, Katia, Mariarita, or Sara. Port pickup and air-conditioned transport are provided.

“The sites in Taormino and Castlemola were lovely. Shopping is better in Taormino. There isn’t much to do in Castlemola after you see the sights.”

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Palermo: Full-Day Snorkeling Boat Tour with Lunch and Wine - Addaura: your first hour in the water
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Palermo: Full-Day Snorkeling Boat Tour with Lunch and Wine

9.Full-Day Snorkeling Boat Tour with Lunch and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 196 reviews · from $124

Spend eight hours aboard a motorsailer with marine biologist Giuseppe and guide Michele, stopping to snorkel at Addaura, Mondello, and Capo Gallo Reserve. Masks, fins, wetsuits, a light local lunch, water, and wine or a soft drink are included. The group is limited to six, and you can swim, snorkel, or relax on board.

“For sure was the best experience that we had in Palermo. Everything was perfect and we felt really welcome.”

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Full Day Palermo Boat Tour with Palermo Experiences - Capo Gallo: reserve waters and a shorter pause
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Full Day Palermo Boat Tour with Palermo Experiences

10.Full Day Palermo Boat Tour with Palermo Experiences

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 156 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $241

Set off from central Palermo at 9:30 am for a shared 6.5-hour boat trip to Vergine Maria, Mondello, Capo Gallo, and Grotta della Regina. Swim and snorkel at coastal stops, enjoy an aperitif and baked-pasta lunch, and finish with cannoli filled by the captain. Angela and Luca are among the hosts named for their warm welcome.

“Luca and Angela were the best hosts. I highly recommend this boat trip. Great swimming in beautiful waters.”

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Full-Day Etna and Wine Tour from Catania - The ride from Catania sets the scene
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Full-Day Etna and Wine Tour from Catania

11.Full-Day Etna and Wine Tour from Catania

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 150 reviews · from $133

Travel from Catania in a small group of up to eight, with a multilingual guide sharing stories about Etna along the way. Walk a nature path near 2,000 meters, visit a lava cave with helmet and flashlight, then taste four wines and local foods at a winery in Ragalna. A cable car and 4x4 ride are available for an extra fee.

“Pepe was a great guide and knew everything about local nature! The wine and lunch was a beautiful feast.”

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From Catania: Agrigento and Piazza Armerina Full-Day Trip - Agrigento’s temples reward a focused visit
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From Catania: Agrigento and Piazza Armerina Full-Day Trip

12.Agrigento and Piazza Armerina Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 140 reviews · from $135

Travel from Catania in a small group of up to eight to Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples and Piazza Armerina’s Villa del Casale. Your English-, Spanish-, or Italian-speaking driver-guide handles the transfers and shares context on the road; you explore both sites independently, with admission tickets and meals extra. Guides have included Alessio, Carmelo, and Gianmarco.

“Our tour guide, Alessio, picked us up at 9 am at our hotel, which was great because we had not rented a car in Catania, Sicily. Two other couples, who spoke only Spanish, were on the tour with us. Alessio was fluent in both English and Spanish and did a great job alternating conversations between us. My husband and I really liked Alessio! He is a great tour guide and we highly recommend this excursion! The drive through Sicily was an added bonus, on top of seeing the Temple of the Gods and Villa Romana. The country side is beautiful! Tip: wear sunscreen!Read more”

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Mt. Etna and Alcantara river full day tour from Taormina - Inside a lava cave
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Mt. Etna and Alcantara river full day tour from Taormina

13.Mt. Etna and Alcantara river full day tour from Taormina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 115 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $123

From Taormina, this nine-hour tour pairs Etna’s craters and lava cave with the Alcantara Gorges and a tasting of local products. A guide leads the walks; you can pay extra for the cable car and 4x4 ride toward 2,900 metres. Guides have included Simone, Lorenzo and Salvo, but assignments vary.

“It’s a bold offering to schedule three dramatically different experiences -Mt. Etna, a wine tasting and the Alcantara Gorge- for one day. There’s serious mileage separating them. But it works. It’s an added benefit to see the lovely countryside in addition to the main events. Our guide Tomasso was delightful and kind as some in our group needed special attention. A wonderful day! NOTE: Listen to the advice regarding Etna. She’s not to be taken lightly. Dress appropriately!!!”

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Full Day Sailing Tour Catania-Acitrezza - Lava caves and the coast toward Acicastello
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Full Day Sailing Tour Catania-Acitrezza

14.Full Day Sailing Tour Catania-Acitrezza

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $119

Spend about eight hours sailing from Catania toward Acicastello and Acitrezza, with views of lava cliffs and the Cyclopean Islands. The group is capped at eight, and lunch, white wine, water, and snorkeling equipment are provided. You’ll have an hour in Acitrezza, with skippers such as Alfredo, Andrea, and Anna leading trips.

“It was a beautiful day Since it wasnt the touristic period it was only me and my girlfriend on board We had an amazing guide who knows alot about sicily An excellent cook We took the 8 hour ride and for the price its so much worth it Highly recommend for anyone who would like a nice sailing tour with a wonderful guide 10/10”

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Segesta Erice and Salt Pans Full Day Excursion - Erice: medieval streets above the coast
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Segesta Erice and Salt Pans Full Day Excursion

15.Segesta Erice and Salt Pans Full Day Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 106 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $81

This eight-hour trip from Palermo takes you to Segesta’s ancient Greek ruins, hilltop Erice and the salt pans near Trapani. Expect air-conditioned transport and time to explore on your own, with commentary varying by driver and departure. Guides and drivers have included Sergio, Salvatore, Michael, Emanuele and Joshua, but no particular person is guaranteed. Segesta admission costs €18.50 extra.

“We were worried about doing the three stops with a large group, but the pacing was great, and everyone was cooperative.”

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