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The 15 Best Island-Wide Sicily Tours

165 tours  ·  from $19 a head

Some tours refuse to stay in one town: Etna and Taormina in a day, Agrigento with the Roman villa, the baroque towns of the south-east in one loop. These 15 cover the most ground for the money, with pickup points and how long you spend in the minibus.

Etna Morning Trip - Inside a lava cave, with helmet and headlamp
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Etna Morning Trip

1.Etna Morning Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,241 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $71Our pick

Travel from Catania to Mount Etna with a guide, walk among old craters and lava flows at about 2,000 meters, and enter a lava cave with a helmet and headlamp. Guides such as Daphne, Leonardo, and Daniel have led trips, though assignments can vary. Pickup is offered in Catania, and the outing lasts about six hours.

“Pick up was nearly an hour earlier than originally advised. The guide was very good and very informative and the wine and biscuits on Mt Etna were a very welcome surprise”

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Syracuse: Boat Trip of Ortigia Island and Sea Caves - Arethusa Spring and Castello Maniace from the coast
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Syracuse: Boat Trip of Ortigia Island and Sea Caves

2.Boat Trip of Ortigia Island and Sea Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 937 reviews · from $23

Circle Ortigia’s coast with a skipper who points out its bridges, monuments and sea caves, then take a swim stop if conditions allow. This one-hour trip enters Syracuse’s big and small harbors and the canal beside the island. Guides including Otto, Ninni and Davide have led outings in English and Italian.

“Our guide was extremely welcoming and fun. He provided a ton of information on the city and let us jump in and swim. Highly recommend, absolutely loved it.”

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Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths. - Into Syracuse’s coastal caves
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Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.

3.Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 668 reviews · 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $24Top rated

In about 70 minutes, a local skipper takes you around Ortigia’s landmarks, into Syracuse’s coastal caves and out for a swim in the Ionian Sea. Groups are capped at 15. Guides such as Franco, Laura and Steven have been praised for their commentary, though spoken English can vary.

“Awesome! ! Perfect amount of time! We did a tour around the island and had short time to swim. The guide was great”

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Pub Crawl Palermo - Piazza Sant’Anna and the changing bar pace
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Pub Crawl Palermo

4.Pub Crawl Palermo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 595 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $20Best value

Meet at Finch Lounge in Palermo’s centro storico at 9:30 pm, then visit local bars around the historic center with an English-speaking pub crawl crew. Expect one free local shot at each bar, wristband discounts on drinks, and venues with DJs, live music, or a more relaxed feel. The group can include up to 50 people.

“Had low expectations, came to be the best pub crawl I ever attented. Very cheap and good alcohol. Good vibes only!”

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SALT TOUR-all inclusive: salt tour: Trapani, Paceco, Nubia - Inside the Culcasi mill and Salt Museum
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SALT TOUR-all inclusive: salt tour: Trapani, Paceco, Nubia

5.SALT TOUR-all inclusive: salt tour: Trapani, Paceco, Nubia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 589 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Ride from Trapani’s port to three salt pans with guide Alessio, visit an old mill that now houses the Salt Museum, and walk among the salt tanks. You’ll learn how seawater becomes salt, spot birds such as flamingos and herons, and taste plain and flavored fleur de sel. The tour lasts about two and a half hours.

“Alessio was great guy. He knows everything about salt and we learned so much about salt. Great trip :)”

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Mt. Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Catania - The one-hour Etna walk brings you close to the volcano
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Mt. Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Catania

6.Mt. Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Catania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 545 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $71

Travel from Catania with a multilingual guide for a walk on Etna, a short lava-cave visit and a tasting of local products. The group is capped at eight. You can add the cable car and 4x4 trip toward 2,900 meters for an extra fee. Guides have included Enzo, Lorenzo and Bruna; your guide will depend on the date.

“Great, friendly guide. Excellent half day tour, well worth a trip. Really enjoyed tasting some flavours of food products from the area too”

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Boat tour Giardini Naxos Taormina Isola Bella Blue Grotto - Isola Bella, a nature reserve with a layered past
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Boat tour Giardini Naxos Taormina Isola Bella Blue Grotto

7.Boat tour Giardini Naxos Taormina Isola Bella Blue Grotto

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 541 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $48

Set out from Giardini Naxos on a roughly two-hour group cruise along Taormina’s coast. Your crew points out Isola Bella, Mazzarò and the coves, with a chance to swim and, when conditions allow, approach sea caves. Prosecco and Sicilian almond sweets add a light treat. English-speaking guides have included Kevin, Andrei, Francesco and Gianluca.

“We had so much fun on the Kristal! The captain knew a lot about the area and very skillfully drove our boat into grottoes and caves. We opted to snorkel and had a blast seeing the fish and swimming in the sea. We would definitely recommend this experience to others!”

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Etna excursion 3000 meters with 4x4 cable car and Trekking - Barbagallo crater: sand, lava, and a steep walk
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Etna excursion 3000 meters with 4×4 cable car and Trekking

8.Etna excursion 3000 meters with 4×4 cable car and Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 504 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $66

From Rifugio Sapienza, an alpine or volcanological guide leads you by cable car and 4x4 toward Etna’s high slopes, then on foot to the Barbagallo crater area at about 3,000 meters. Expect volcanic sand, old and recent lava, wide views on clear days, and a steep, sometimes narrow hike. Transport tickets cost €45 extra per person.

“Mt Etna was a must. We had a great experience on the volcano. The guide was "ok" not great but kept us together and safe.”

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7 hours Boat trip to Lampedusa lunch, SUP and Snorkeling - La Tabaccara and the pleasure of a proper swim stop
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7 hours Boat trip to Lampedusa lunch, SUP and Snorkeling

9.7 hours Boat trip to Lampedusa lunch, SUP and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 453 reviews · from $86

Set out from Lampedusa at 10:00 am for about seven hours on the water, with a maximum of 15 people aboard. Expect stops for swimming and snorkeling, SUP, a lunch centered on fresh local food, and weather-dependent visits to La Tabaccara and a protected beach. Crew names associated with Sapore di Mare include Pietro, Marino and Giuseppe.

“Our private boat tour with Sapore de Mare had been an unforgettable experience, and maybe the best boat tour we’ve done so far.”

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Mount Etna Adventurous Hiking Tour with Equipment - The drive from Catania and the start of the hike
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Mount Etna Adventurous Hiking Tour with Equipment

10.Mount Etna Adventurous Hiking Tour with Equipment

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 439 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Leave Catania by minibus for a guided hike into Etna’s Valle del Bove, where volcanic ash, rough trails and views toward the Ionian Sea replace the cable-car experience. Equipment and round-trip transport are included. Guides who have led the route include Ernesto, Alessandro, Alessio and Giuliano; the day lasts about six and a half hours.

“This was a great way to explore Etna. Great hike to see the diversity of the mountain. We took many breaks along the way to learn a bit from our guide and also to catch our breadth from the cardio. Walking through the sandy rocks was so cool”

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Boat tour of Ortigia Island and sea caves - A swim can be a welcome extra
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Boat tour of Ortigia Island and sea caves

11.Boat tour of Ortigia Island and sea caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 407 reviews · 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $24

Set out from central Syracuse for a roughly one-hour boat circuit of Ortigia, with coastal views, historic landmarks, and visits to sea caves when conditions allow. Captains such as Ninni and Nunzio have shared local history and practical tips in English. Swimming may be possible, but it is not guaranteed.

“We were walked from the meeting point to the boat quickly and with a friendly guide. He brought us eight to the boat and made sure we got on safely. We were the only two on the small boat with Numzio, our captain. He showed us all of the sites, special rock formations, historical areas and brought us into 3 caves. Nuncio answered all of our questions in perfect English and translated some words for us in Italian. This trip was about an hour, 20 minutes and was worth the cost.”

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Walking Tour and street food Tour Palermo / History and Food - Fontana della Vergogna brings the Renaissance into view
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Walking Tour and street food Tour Palermo / History and Food

12.Walking Tour and street food Tour Palermo / History and Food

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 379 reviews · from $55

Start at Quattro Canti with Palermo-born guide Domenico Aronica, then walk the old town’s churches and squares before sampling Sicilian street food at Ballarò market. Expect history as well as bites: arancini, local pizza, fresh juice and cannoli are listed among the tastings. The small group is capped at 15.

“A fantastic, interesting tour covering both the rich history of Palermo while also trying delicious, local food. Dom is an engaging and hilarious tour guide. One of the best we have ever encountered. Approached the tour with enthusiasm and made it thoroughly enjoyable for our whole group.”

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Cefalú Boat Tour - A relaxed cruise, not a packed sightseeing circuit
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Cefalú Boat Tour

13.Cefalú Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 373 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $53

Join Alessandro, known as Alex, and Melinda for a small-group cruise along Cefalù’s coast. For about 2 hours 45 minutes, you’ll see the town and La Rocca from the water, stop to swim or snorkel, and enjoy a light aperitivo. Snorkel gear is provided with a deposit, and the boat takes no more than 12 people.

“Our captain and his wife brought the tour to life and taught us things along the way! And the tray of appetizers was wonderfully displayed and delicious! We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and will do this again!”

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From Catania: Mt. Etna, Wine and Alcantara Tour - A winery lunch with Etna on the menu
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From Catania: Mt. Etna, Wine and Alcantara Tour

14.Mt. Etna, Wine and Alcantara Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 370 reviews · from $117

Spend eight hours exploring Etna’s lower craters and a lava cave with a naturalist guide, then sit down to a Sicilian winery lunch with local wine. The day ends at the Alcantara Gorges, where basalt columns frame the river. Guides such as Andrea, Marco, and Giovanni have led the trip, though your guide will depend on the date.

“This was a great trip up to Mt. Etna. We did not go all the way up the mountain, but had a nice easy to moderate hike up to some of the lower craters and our host was very knowledgeable and did a great job explaining how the volcano has shaped the landscape over the years. We got a chance for some great photos including a short trip through a lava tube. The winery experience was very nice as well and the lunch provided was excellent. We went in early April, so during our trip to the Alcantara gorge, we were able to wander the area, but were not able…”

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At Casa Di Cilla - Is $119.77 Good Value?
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At Casa Di Cilla

15.At Casa Di Cilla

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 364 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $119

Meet chef Marco Cillari in Palermo, shop for ingredients at Capo Street Market, then prepare a Sicilian meal in his home near Piazza Politeama. You help choose the menu and make several courses, from fresh pasta to a traditional dessert such as cannoli. The experience lasts about five hours, starts at 10:00 am, and is limited to 10 people.

“This was a wonderful excursion! A highlight of our stay in Palermo and all of Sicily. Marco was a fantastic host, chef, cooking instructor and all around person! The food was delicious, and shopping in the market for the ingredients was fun. Marco is very personable and engaging. Just remember: "Don't cut your pasta!" Apparently, that is a crime! So much fun. Can't recommend enough, even if you don't love cooking. You do love eating, don't you?”

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