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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.

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.”

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.

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.

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.

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.

On this two-for-one, full-day private tour, you’ll discover top historical sights in both Monreale—famous for its mosaic-filled 12th-century cathedral—and stunning, seaside Cefalù. Travel comfortably by air-conditioned minivan, with bottled water and hotel transfers included. You’ll also enjoy free time to browse local boutiques.

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.

Enjoy a day of delicious wine and fascinating history on this excursion from Palermo. Learn about local grapes with a tasting at a celebrated vineyard. Travel to the Greek ruins at Selinunte, considered among the most impressive in the Mediterranean. Visit an organic farm to sample delicious olives and olive oil before your tour concludes.

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.

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.

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.

The medieval settlements of Erice and Segesta rank among the top archaeological sites in Sicily, but bringing the rich history to life requires expert knowledge. On this private tour, reach both cities in one day with your guide, and uncover thousands of years of Italian history. Discover Arabic mosque ruins, Norman churches, and Roman forums, and enjoy uninterrupted views along the Gulf of Castellammare—with round-trip travel from your Palermo hotel included.

Spend a day exploring Palermo’s lovely surrounding areas. See the historic Greek theater and temple in Segesta, sample wines and almond sweets in medieval Erice, and lunch on Sicilian favorites at a traditional restaurant housed in an old mill. Take some time to discover the charming churches, harbor, shops, and monuments of Trapani before your tour concludes.

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.

Discover the origins of The Godfather during this day-long tour of Sicily. Taking in sites linked to both real-life mafia events and sites based on the Francis Ford Coppola movies, the tour gives you the lowdown on Sicily’s gangster history. Visit the site of the Portella della Ginestra massacre, sample traditional Sicilian cannoli, and explore the village of Corleone as tales of Don Vito Corleone ring in your ears.

• Exclusive Private Tour with licensed LOCAL GUIDE • Comfortable Transport from your hotel by Luxury Mercedes Minivan • Great introduction to Sicily for first time visitors • Visit two among the greatest sights of Italy Relax on a scenic drive through the Sicilian countryside to reach SEGESTA. The well preserved temple and the greek theater were built in the late 5th century BC. A visit to Segesta, which has inspired generations of travelers and artists, is an experience you cannot miss. The Monastery of MONREALE was commissioned by William II (1154-89), the Norman ruler of Sicily. The highlight of the Cathedral is its interior, incandescent with the gold of the mosaics, covering the walls of the nave, aisles, transept and apse.

This tour aims to offer a complete experience for both your eyes and your palate. You will visit some of the most beautiful places, cities, villages in Western Sicily: rich in history, culture and art. Palermo, Monreale, Mondello, Erice, Segesta, Trapani, Cefalù, Castelbuono, The Saline with Their different colors. You will taste the typical Cannoli, the Marsala, the Almond sweets in Erice, the cheeses and the artisanal Salami in Castelbuono, the street food in Palermo, fish dishes in Trapani and the foods that made us famous in the world. This is a private and exclusive tour, you will only be in the group, there will be no other people. We will be out of the normal tourist circuits, we will visit isolated, peaceful and safe places.

• Scenic day in the Sicilian Countryside takes you out of the city • Special Meal based on Local Specialities home-made style In Agriturismo • Private tour ensures the undivided attention of your Local Guide • Travel through the Madonie National Park by Luxury Mercedes Minivan Take a drive towards east following the beautiful north coast. Arrive in charming CEFALU', once a fisherman's village, today a lively medieval town full of charm. Admire the sturdy Norman lines of Cefalù's Cathedral, 12th century Arab-Norman monument (World Heritage Site). Continue to a quaint SICILIAN MEDIEVAL VILLAGE inside the beautiful regional park of the Madonie National Park. Finally enjoy an included SPECIAL MEAL in Agriturismo located in the countryside.

Driving toward Taormina tour through the visit of the Roman Villa of Casale with its wonderful mosaics at Piazza Armerina. After you can enjoy an independent tour of the famous Taormina and of Castelmola: the balcony over Taormina and its amazing bay! ENJOY YOU THE ASSISTANCE IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE, DURING THE DAY TRIP AND OUTSIDE THE MUSEUMS OR ARCHEOLOGICAL AREAS , FOR ONLY € 75 (IT IS NOT AN AUTHORIZED TOUR GUIDE SERVICE- IT IS ONLY AN ASSISTANCE )

Palermo Arab-Norman and the Cathedrals of Cefalù and Monreale is an Italian serial site listed by UNESCO in the List of World Heritage Sites. The series includes nine artistic-monumental assets of the Arab-Norman architecture during the Norman period in Sicily, seven kept in the city of Palermo and one each in Cefalù and Monreale. These are two palaces, three cathedrals, four churches and a bridge.

The archaeological sites of Selinunte and Segesta rank among the oldest and most important ruins in Sicily. On this private tour, reach both sites in one day with your guide, and uncover 2,500 years of culture and history. Explore ancient temples, excavated ruins, and beautiful landscapes—with round-trip travel from your Palermo hotel included.

Discover the charms of western Sicily on this 3-day tour. Walk the streets of Palermo, stopping to see the Royal Palace, Quattro Canti, Piazza Pretoria, a traditional market, and more. Enjoy a tasting at a celebrated winery and explore the Greek ruins at Selinunte. Visit an organic olive farm, see the archeological site in Segesta, and take in lovely hilltop views from Erice before your return to Palermo.

A fascinating tour that will allow you to admire artistic masterpieces of rare beauty. We will go up to Monreale, by car or minivan, to visit the Cathedral of Monreale, a UNESCO site, with its splendid Byzantine mosaics that extend over an area of 6000 square meters. Then we will move to Palermo to admire another UNESCO site: the Palazzo dei Normanni, an Arab-Norman jewel embellished by the beautiful Palatine Chapel, the Capuchin catacombs and the historic Cape market. Read more about Tour Palermo and Monreale 2019 - Sicily