Top Sicily Archaeology Tours

From the classical era to the eighteenth century, among religious buildings and burials, grandiose Roman monuments and underground rivers, popular legends and historical documents ... A fascinating itinerary to retrace all the eras of the Etna city. The traces of a Catania of the past that continues to live under our feet, hidden from our eyes

Explore two of Italy's greatest archeological sites on this exciting guided tour of the Valley of the Temples and Villa Romana del Casale. Leave Taormina with a local guide and be prepared to get very acquainted with Ancient Greek statuary and architecture, as well as, as centuries-old monuments from the Roman Empire. See the amazing collection of mosaics and even an ancient hunting lodge.

Enhance your sightseeing experience of Sicily on an enriching full-day excursion to Erice and Segesta from Palermo. Delight in the medieval majesty of Erice, a walled town that reigns over the picturesque harbor of Trapani. Delve into historical wonders of Segesta at the archeological site, marveling at the unfinished temple and absorbing sweeping vistas of Sicily’s sun-drenched valleys and undulating hills.

Explore the southeastern coast of Sicily on a day trip to Syracuse from Taormina. Led by a professional guide, see the impressive collection of ancient Roman and Greek ruins, soak up scenic views of the water and learn the rich history behind the city from your guide. Visit the archaeological site of Parco Archeologico della Neapolis (own expense) and spend the afternoon discovering Ortygia, Syracuse’s island neighborhood.

Explore the Valley of the Temples on this exclusive tour aboard a modern, eco-friendly and easy-to-drive electric scooter. Visit the entire archaeological area located along the Via Sacra, admiring the ancient temples and many other interesting places along the way. In addition, you can also walk the green paths, designed to allow you to enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside, dotted with almond trees and ancient olive groves. Here you can explore the ancient Roman roads, such as Cardo I. The tour gives you the unique opportunity to visit both picturesque landscapes and ancient monuments, framed by the sea, land and sky. During your adventurous experience, you will visit the Temple of Hera Lacinia, ancient fortifications and tomes, the Temple of Concordia, the Temple of Hercules Victor and the gorges of Girgentana.

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.

You will visit the highest volcano in Europe, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013. You will visit Silvestri Craters at 2000 meters above the sea level. You will also visit Taormina, the most famous tourist destination in Sicily and Isola Bella nature riserve.

Enjoy the summer night cool, observe the changing colours of the temples sandstone- between twilight and nightfall- and finally admire them lit up by lights. Soak in the magical atmosphere of the Valley illuminated first by the colours of the sunset and then by the floodlights.

A characteristic tour through the streets of the historic center of Sciacca aboard Ape Calessino with multilingual multimedia guide.

Wend your way through Taormina—and even venture to other nearby locations in the picturesque, Sicilian countryside—on this flexible, hop-on hop-off bus tour. Because your tickets are valid for 24 hours, you have the flexibility to board and disembark where and when you wish. Once on board, you’ll motor along the waterfront, will see the city’s famed Piazza Sant'Antonio Castelmola, will glimpse the Alcantara Gorges, and more. As you go, learn more about the landmarks courtesy of the included headsets.

Get up close and personal with some of Sicily’s best-preserved ancient ruins—and learn all about Syracuse and its history from your guide—when you embark on this private walking tour of the Neapolis Archaeological Park (entrance own expense). Choose from morning or afternoon departure times, and enjoy several hours to explore. You’ll see the ruins of the Greek Theatre, the Altar of Hieron, the Ear of Dionysus cave, and more.

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.

Say arrivaderci for the day to Taormina and spend some time in Palermo and Cefalù on this intriguing guided day trip. Discover the unique architecture, influenced by the Normans and the Arabs, and learn about the long and interesting history of both places. With your expert local guide, stroll the streets of both cities, taking in the Il Capo market in Palermo and the main cathedral in Cefalù.

tourist and cultural activities bicycle rental pedal assistance . The bikes are brand Atala and Lombardo mark of excellence of Made in Italy . The tour is accompanied by an authorized tourist guide that will accompany the group between the streets of Syracuse and the old town of the Ortigia island. The group of tourists will depart by bicycle from Via della Dogana n.15 to the island of ortigia and visit the monuments of the Greek period of the Apollo temple, the baroque square of the cathedral, the Aretusa source, the Jewish baths, the narrow streets and the baroque courtyards. The tour can be in Italian, English, German and French.

A characteristic tour through the streets of the historic center of Sciacca aboard Ape Calessino with multilingual multimedia guide.

Etna the largest volcano in Europe. the most studied in the world heritage of UNESCO. our tour starts from the sea where Etna was born continues up to an altitude of 2000m crossing the places that were destroyed by the largest eruption of the last 500 years. the eruption of 1669 with walks on the craters of 1669 and a visit to a church that found under the lava flow of 1669

Spend a day discovering an excavated Roman villa and UNESCO-listed temples on a full-day tour of Villa Romana del Casale and the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento. After leaving Palermo with your driver, you’ll travel to Piazza Armerina to explore the famous mosaic-embellished Roman villa. Then continue to the Valley of the Temples to discover a world of Greek mythology, tyrannical rulers, and ruins. A guide is included at Agrigento.

A flexible service for those who want to visit the historic center of Catania, the coast up to Acitrezza, a fishing village famous for its magnificent cliffs. Suitable for families, young people but also for the elderly,

The Valley of the Temples in Agrigento is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Sicily’s most impressive archeological sites, and visiting on a private tour means you can explore at your own pace. Benefit from the expertise of your private guide as you discover the ancient Greek city of Akragas; marvel at the temples of Hera (Juno), Concordia, and Herakles; and hear stories that bring the ruins to life.

Spend the day exploring Europe’s tallest active volcano and touring the charming town of Taormina. Visit an abandoned lava quarry, take photos of a house engulfed by lava, circle the edge of the Crateri Silvestri, and explore a lava tube with flashlights and helmets. Enjoy a traditional lunch of arancini, Sicilian pizza, cannoli, and more in Zafferana. See the sights of Taormina before your tour concludes.

A journey back in time in the ancient history of these places and in the tradition of salt harvesting among the thousand shades of white salt, gold of the earth, pink of the salt basins and blue of the lagoon, tasting of typical local products with paired wines.

Home to the largest collection of ancient Roman mosaics in the world, the UNESCO-listed Villa Romana del Casale is a must-see in Sicily. With this tour, you’ll learn about the fascinating history of these dazzling fourth-century masterpieces and the significance of their intricate designs and motifs. Visit the ruins of the domus and garden and take in highlights like the famed “Bikini Girls” and “Labors of Hercules” mosaics.

Sicily is home to some of the most spectacular Greek and Roman archaeological sites in Italy, but visiting on your own means navigating the island’s confusing rural roads. With this tour, reach Villa Romana Del Casale in Piazza Armerina and the Valley of Temples in Agrigento with a private driver for a stress-free jaunt through ancient history, taking in these remarkable ruins at your own pace.

Get crucial context on ancient ruins during this private walking tour through Neapolis Archaeological Park—home to Syracuse’s most celebrated, millennia-old remnants. Learn about the lives of everyday inhabitants in one of the city’s five residential quarters. Tours include stops at the Ear of Dionysius—a limestone cave famous for its acoustics—and Cave of the Rope-Makers, plus the Greek Theater and Roman Amphitheater.