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Palermo Old Town Bike Tour
Capital of Sicily, Palermo is a city of rich history and impressive architecture—with hidden secrets round every corner. On this bike tour, hop onto the saddle, escape the tourist trail with your guide, and see sides of Palermo many visitors miss. Spin along peaceful back-streets and through pretty squares, sample Sicilian street food, and experience life in Palermo away from the hustle and bustle of the tourist traps.
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$54.51
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$54.51
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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Discover Palermo
Walking tour in the heart of the city of Palermo, discovering historical markets, churches and squares. A journey through the history and culture of a unique city in the world.
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$37.01
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$37.01

Agrigento and Valley of the Temples Day Trip from Palermo
Spend a day exploring the ancient sights of the Valley of the Temples with this day trip from Palermo. Travel to Agrigento for a quick coffee break (own expense) before visiting the fascinating site for a 1-hour tour. See the temples of Hera, Concordia and Apollo. Take a midday break for lunch (own expense) before stopping at the archaeology museum for a 1-hour self-guided visit.
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$80.37
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$80.37

Palermo Catacombs and Monreale Half-day Tour
Discover two of Palermo’s most distinctive landmarks on this immersive, private tour. Set off from your accommodation—hotel pickup and drop-off are included—and venture first to the Capuchin Catacombs: a macabre destination home to thousands of mummified bodies, many of them priests. Next, discover the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of Monreale, famous for its fusion of Norman and Arabic architecture. A break for Sicilian coffee and nibbles is also included.
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$111.50
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$111.50
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Private Segesta, Erice & Selinunte Tour, from Palermo area
Discover the ancient origins of Sicily during this private sightseeing tour from the Palermo region. Visit the town of Erice, famous for its sweet confections and for being associated with the goddess of fertility. Then, see ancient Greek ruins in the towns of Segesta and Selinunte and learn about the indigenous people of Sicily. This is not a guided tour but a private, English-speaking driver is included.
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$251.13
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$251.13
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Private Agrigento & Scale of the Turks Tour, from Palermo area
Discover ancient ruins left over from the Greeks on this private excursion. Enjoy pickup from the Palermo area and head to Agrigento where you can find the UNESCO-listed Temple Valley. Learn about its ancient history and explore its many sites before heading to the seaside to see the white cliffs dubbed as the ‘Turkish Stairway.”
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$251.13
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$251.13
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Half Day Excursion in Palermo and Monreale from Palermo and Cruise Ship
Spend half a day exploring Monreale and Palermo. Begin with an hour-long tour of the Monreale Cathedral, beloved for its mosaics dating back to the 12th century. Head to Palermo’s historic center to see the Palazzo de Normanni and its lovely gardens, the historic Corso Vittorio Emanuele, the elaborate fountain in the Piazza Pretoria, and more. Return to your hotel or port after a morning of incredible architecture and history.
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$132.56
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$132.56
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Great Full Day Excursion in Sicily to Cefalù and Castelbuono From Palermo
See two of northern Sicily’s most characterful destinations when you embark on this full-day trip from Palermo. In the morning, your guide picks you up from your accommodation; board an air-conditioned minivan and head to the medieval village of Castelbuono, located in the Madonie Mountains. See the Castle of Ventimiglia and visit a local pastry shop before continuing to Cefalù, home to a UNESCO-listed cathedral and impeccable seaside views.
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$303.52
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$303.52
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

The best of the West Segesta, Erice, Trapani Saline, Full-Day Tour from Palermo
Discover a number of western Sicily’s most popular destinations on this full-day tour from Palermo. Meet your guide at your accommodation, climb aboard a climate-controlled minivan, and head first to Segesta, where you’ll explore the ancient Greek amphitheater and temple (entry own expense). Then, discover the medieval town of Erice, enjoy a traditional Sicilian lunch (own expense) in Saline, and finish with a walking tour of the elegant city of Trapani.
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$278.75
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$278.75
$30.97 savings
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Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Full Day City Tour in Palermo , Monreale and Mondello, from Palermo
Maximize your time in Palermo with this sightseeing tour, which showcases the best of the city and the surrounding region. Visit the hillside town of Monreale, known for its Norman cathedral and 12th-century mosaics, and explore Palermo’s historic center. Enjoy beach time at the seaside resort of Mondello and venture up Monte Pellegrino to view the 17th-century Sanctuary of Santa Rosalia cave shrine.
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$247.78
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$247.78
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Private Etna & Taormina Tour, from Palermo area & Cefalù
Cover three of Sicily’s most iconic locations in this full-day tour of Monte Etna, Taormina, and Castelmola. Explore the slopes and lava fields of the UNESCO-listed volcanic crater, with optional cable car or all-terrain drives to the top. Then, organize a visit to the famed Greek-Roman Theatre or simply relax in a cafe, topped off by a stop at Castelmola village.
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$292.98
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$292.98
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Etna And Taormina Full Day Excursion from Palermo
Spend an unforgettable day exploring Mt Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe, on this day trip from Palermo. See the looming mountain up close and learn about its unique landscapes, studied since the Greek period.
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$140.64
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$140.64

Private AGRIGENTO Valley of Temples Tour -with Local Guide- starts from Palermo
Although Sicily is an island, crossing distances between the capital and destinations along the coast—especially along the south and west sides—can be tiring and time-consuming. With this tour to Agrigento from Palermo, let a guide take care of the roughly 2-hour drive between coasts, and then take you on a private tour of the strikingly well-preserved Valley of the Temples archeological site.
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$371.66
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$371.66
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Private Self-Guided Tour of Cefalu and Santo Stefano di Camastra from Palermo
Enjoy the freedom and flexibility to explore Santo Stefano di Camastra, Corleone, and Cefalù on your own during this full-day self-guided tour from Palermo. All transportation from your hotel and between towns is included.
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$693.10
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$693.10
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Private Monreale, Cefalù & Castelbuono Tour, from Palermo area
On this full-day tour from Palermo, you’ll be driven to three of Sicily’s most stunning and history-packed destinations. Enjoy free time to explore the castle town of Castelbuono, the hillside town of Monreale, and the originally Greek seaside hub of Cefalu. Discover the region’s Arab-Norman roots with optional visits to the opulent Cappella Palatina and 14th-century Castelbuono.
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$226.36
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$226.36
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Best Excursion in western Sicily to Erice, Trapani Salt Flats from Palermo
Explore Western Sicily from Palermo easily without having to rent a car with this tour of Erice, Trapani, and the salt flats. Travel comfortably from stop to stop by air-conditioned minivan as a guide tells you all about the area and its history as you go. Plus, round-trip transport from your Palermo hotel is included.
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$284.94
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$284.94
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Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Corleone - Mafia Tour
Hotel pick up. It starts in the direction of Corleone, a town sadly known as the birthplace of the Mafia and the birthplace of Totò Riina.
Starting in the 1960s, Corleone became famous precisely for being the city of the most powerful mafia clan - I Corleonesi - which established its headquarters here.
The name of the city is also known as the surname acquired by the main character of the film by Francis Ford Coppola: The Godfather.
Corleone is a small historic center, beautiful to visit. In Corleone you will visit the impressive Antimafia Museum, which contains a vast collection of documents and images related to the Mafia massacres.
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$502.25
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$502.25
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Best Full Day Excursion in Sicily to Cefalù and Castelbuono From Palermo
Visit two Sicilian towns in one day on this full-day tour from Palermo. Explore the hilltop town of Castelbuono, with its atmospheric medieval lanes and historic Castle of Ventimiglia. After a typical Sicilian lunch (own expense), continue to the seafront town of Cefalu, with its magnificent cathedral and beautiful sandy beach.
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$535.19
per group
$59.47 savings
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$535.19
per group
$59.47 savings
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Private Palermo & Monreale Historical Tour
Palermo is rich in historic and cultural treasures, but getting around the city and nearby Monreale with public transportation can be stressful and time consuming. Save hours by exploring with a private driver, skipping the hassle of crowded buses and trains and taking in highlights like the Norman palace, Zisa Castle, and Ballarò and Vucciria markets in just hours. Afterwards, set off to nearby Monreale to admire its magnificent cathedral.
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$192.53
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$192.53
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Monreale Tour and Catacombs
the tour was organized to admire the beauty of the wonderful Cathedral of Monreale Unesco World Heritage Arab Norman itinerary, then continuation for the visit of the famous Catacombs of the Capuchins
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$136.28
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$136.28
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Exclusive CEFALU' and MONREALE Tour - with Local Guide - starts from Palermo
Cefalù and Monreale are the jewels in the crown of northern Sicily, with beautiful architecture and rich Arab, Byzantine, and Norman history to explore. When your cruise ship docks in Palermo, spin through the Madonie Regional Natural Park by air-conditioned minivan and reach both sites in one day. Discover top attractions including the Norman-style Cefalù Cathedral and Monreal’s UNESCO–listed Norman-Byzantine cathedral, and see the best of Sicily with ease—with round-trip travel from the port in Palermo included.
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$309.72
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$309.72
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Palermo and Monreale
Hotel pick up. Half day reserved for the visit of the Norman Palace (where inside you can visit the wonderful Palatine Chapel). Free time to visit the Cathedral of Palermo, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Proceed in the direction of Monreale, to visit the Cathedral, considered one of the most beautiful churches in the world (where inside you can admire its magnificent mosaics, the very famous Christ Pantocrator and its imposing monumental pipe organ. Free time for the visit to the cloister and the gardens of the municipal Villa.
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$200.91
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$200.91
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Agrigento - Valley of the Temples
Pick up at the hotel. Departure to Agrigento in the direction of the "Valley of the Temples" to visit the most important archaeological and landscape area of Italy declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Visit of the Archaeological Museum
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$418.54
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$418.54
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Tour Erice & Segesta
the tour was organized to admire the beauty of the western part of Sicily, the wonderful medieval village of Erice, the archaeological site of Segesta and to taste the real Sicilian cannoli produced by local people
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$272.55
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$272.55
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