Private Tour of Sicily from Palermo to Palermo

Private Tour of Sicily from Palermo to Palermo 

You will discover the most fascinating sites and masterpieces that make this island “unique”, staying in prestigious hotels, that harmonize comfort, elegance and charm with the beauty of  the island.  Take advantage of this itinerary to explore Sicily with the convenience of a completely private tour, with driver and local guides to show you up the masterpieces of this unique region  The tours has been enriched with several wine and food experiences, tasting of local specialties and several meals included as well as daily breakfast and dinner. 

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Itinerary

Day 1 - Palermo

Private transfer from Palermo Airport to Hotel Palazzo Sitano or similar. Dinner in Hotel or at local restaurant.Overnight

Day 2 - Cefalù,Piazza Armerina,Catania

Depart to Cefalù, charming coastal town, a former fishing village which is also home to a breathtaking Norman Cathedral, famous for its Mosaic of Christ Pantocractor – a stunning Byzantine mosaic that’s considered as one of the most important pieces of religious artwork in Sicily. Take a stroll to the city centre and down main street to reach the Cathedral and the medieval wash-house built in the rock. depart to Piazza Armerina in the inland of Sicily, to visit the worldwide known Villa Romana del Casale: it is the richest, largest and most complex collection of late Roman mosaics in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Catania. Accommodation, dinner and overnight at the Romano House Hotel 4* in Catania or similar 

Day 3 - Catania,Mt. Etna,Taormina 

After a buffet breakfast, weather conditions permitting, excursion to Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe. Across fascinating landscape, we will reach a height of 1900 metres to visit the Sylvester Craters where you can enjoy a spectacular panorama over the Ionian Sea. . Continue to Taormina, charming city called "the pearl of the Ionian Sea",founded in 400 BC and beautifully located overlooking the sea and the peak of Mount Etna.Enjoy time at leisure to shop for handmade lace, coral jewels, ceramics, home-made sweets and preserves down “Corso Umberto” or simply walk through its tiny streets. Individual visit of the fascinating Greek-Roman theatre. Back to your Hotel in Catania: dinner and overnight.

Day 4 - Siracusa,Noto,Ragusa 

After a buffet breakfast, depart to Syracuse to visit the most beautiful Greek colony of Sicily. Visit of the archaeological park “Neapolis”, including the famous Latomie of the Paradise, the Greek Theatre and the Dyonisios “Ear”. Visit the island of Ortigia, the small baroque old city centre of Siracusa: here you can admire the Cathedral, which is built on the site of the Temple of Minerva, the legendary “Fontana Arethusa” and the Temple of Apollo. Time at leisure in Ortigia and lunch on your own. In the afternoon, proceed to Noto, one of the most beautiful cities in Sicily renowned for the harmony and unity of its Baroque style and today declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The splendid cathedral is one of the most famous buildings in Noto. Proceed to Ragusa: accommodation and dinner at the Hotel Poggio del Sole Resort or similar . Overnight

Day 5 - Ragusa,Modica,Agrigento

After a buffet breakfast, visit of the ancient city Ragusa Ibla cradle of Sicilian baroque with its Cathedral,situated in the beautiful square of the Dome and the " Giardino Ibleo " .Depart to Modica to visit the city divided into two parts: Modica “Bassa” and “Alta”. Modica is also a UNESCO site and is famous for its Baroque churches and scenographic squares; tasting of the famous chocolate (Xocoatl) made with ancient methods brought to Sicily with Spanish domination. In the afternoon, proceed to Agrigento to visit themagnificent Valley Of Temples of Agrigento, a UNESCO World Heritage Site: the Temple of Concord, which is in almost perfectly preserved conditions, Juno and Heracles that represent the most beautiful example of the Greek Civilization in Sicily. Accommodation, dinner and overnight at Hotel Dioscori Bay Palace or similar. 

Day 6 - Agrigento,Selinunte,Marsala

After a buffet breakfast, depart to the Archaeological Park of Selinunte, the largest in the Mediterranean area with the impressive Temples and Acropolis. Stop in a local farmhouse famous for olive oil production where, before lunch, it will be possible to have an oil tasting of local production. Continue to Marsala, a city on the western coast famous for its production of sweet Sicilian wine. Visit of the historical centre and stop to a prestigious winery, where we can enjoy a wine tasting and learn about local production. Proceed to Palermo. Accommodation, dinner in Hotel or at a local restaurant overnight at Hotel Politeama 4* or Similar .

Day 7 - Palermo,Monreale 

After a buffet breakfast,visit of the capital of Sicily Palermo , one of the richest towns in the island for its history and art: we will visit the wonderful Arab-Norman Cathedral ( during the Holy mass,exterior visit only);the stunning Cappella Palatina,mirable exemple from an historic and artistic point of view of how different cultures,religions and way of thinking apparently incompatible can coexist; the debated fountain in Pretoria Square adorned with XVI century sculptures followed by Santa Caterina Baroque church and its cloister. Lunch on your own. In the afternoon proceed to Monreale to visit its huge Norman Cathedral recognized as a Unesco Heritage Site and proclaimed one of the eight Wonder of the World. We will visit also its cloister in Arab Norman style,admirable masterpiece of art. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. Dinner in Hotel and overnight.

Day 8 - Palermo,Departure 

After a buffet breakfast, private transfer to Palermo Airport. End of the tour and time to say bye bye Sicily. Possibility to extend your stay in Sicily with additional nights. 

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• 7 nights accommodation in double room a selected 4* Hotel

• Private driver/guide during the whole tour 

•  Daily Breakfast

• 3 Dinners at the Hotel restaurant 

• 3 Lunches ( Street food tasting in Palermo, Local restaurant, Etna Mt. Lunch *new 2024) 

• Almond pastries tasting 

• Welcome cocktail

• Tasting of typical Sicilian products chocolate in Modica 

• Wine and Honey Tasting at Etna Mt. with lunch )

• Visit of a Winery and Wine Tasting in Marsala 

• Private vehicle with driver during the entire tour 

• Transfer from Palermo Airport In/out 

• 4 h local guide in Palermo * from 2024 

• 2 h local guide in Agrigento Valley of the Temples * from 2024 

• 2 h local guide in Siracusa * from 2024 

• Porterage at hotels

Not Included : 

International flights 

Travel insurance 

All what not mentioned under "what's included"

Beverages

City tax where required

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Notes: 

The tour is completely private 

Possibility to extend the tour with pre and post night

Guaranteed departures

The tour is suitable for couples, solo travellers,  seniors.