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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in Sicily

273 tours  ·  from $6

Everything with a guide, a boat or a minibus attached, in one list. The 15 below are worth giving a whole day to, priced and paced honestly, with the rest of the catalogue below them.

Mount Etna: Guided Volcano Summit Hiking Tour with Cable Car - Meeting at Rifugio Sapienza
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Mount Etna: Guided Volcano Summit Hiking Tour with Cable Car

1.Guided Volcano Summit Hiking Tour with Cable Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,784 reviews · from $124Our pick

Ride the Etna cable car to 2,504 meters, then hike with a trained volcanic guide toward the highest point allowed that day. Expect lava channels, 2002/2003 craters, a lava tunnel, and Valle del Bove. Guides such as Edoardo, Giuseppe, and Bruna’s pickup service are frequently part of the experience.

“We had a great day trekking on Etna, south side. Our 9 year old found it quite hard going but made it all the way to the craters. Emiliano, our guide, was very informative. He seemed both relaxed and safe at the same time. His English was excellent.”

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Palermo: NO Mafia Walking Tour - Teatro Massimo provides a grand opening
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Palermo: NO Mafia Walking Tour

2.NO Mafia Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,431 reviews · 3 hours · from $40

Walk Palermo’s old center with guides such as Valeria, Attilio, or Salvatore, linking Teatro Massimo, Il Capo market, the cathedral, and Mafia memorials to Sicily’s anti-Mafia movement. Expect serious history, clear explanations, questions, and practical food tips. The walk costs $40 and lasts three hours.

“Our guide was a font of knowledge about the history of the mafia, its origins in Sicily, its influence, and resistance to its power. The history is deeply embedded in the everyday lives and politics of Sicily ,Italy and beyond. Our guide expertly led us through the dramatic events of previous decades, the harms done, the violence, intimidation and murders and the brave and heroic individuals and movements that have checked the impunity of mafioso.”

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Palermo: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour 24-hour Ticket - Route A: Palermo’s old center from Massimo Theatre to the Cathedral
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Palermo: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour 24-hour Ticket

3.Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour 24-hour Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 2,410 reviews · 1 day · from $17

Use one 24-hour ticket to tour Palermo on two open-top bus routes. See the Cathedral, Massimo Theatre, Quattro Canti, Zisa Castle, Villa Malfitano, and more. Add transport to Monreale or Mondello Beach, with multilingual audio and an app showing bus locations in real time.

“It’s just A transportation with WiFi from Palermo to the Beach of Mondello, from “A” to “B”. Everything was in time.”

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Catania: Sunset Jeep Tour of Mount Etna and Lava Flow Caves - Zafferana Etnea and the local tasting stop
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Catania: Sunset Jeep Tour of Mount Etna and Lava Flow Caves

4.Sunset Jeep Tour of Mount Etna and Lava Flow Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,113 reviews · 5 - 5.5 hours · from $71

Ride from Catania toward Mount Etna in a small group of up to eight. Guides such as Fabio, Luca, Gaetano, and Fabrizio lead you to lava caves, old craters, the Valle del Bove, and a sunset viewpoint near 2,000 meters, with local wine, honey, and food tastings along the way.

“Everything was perfect, couldn’t ask for something more interesting and challenging. Reggie was a great guide and we loved the experience so much!”

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Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty - Arancine, fried food, and the full-meal problem
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Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty

5.Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,105 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $83Top rated

Meet near Teatro Massimo for a three-hour walk through Capo and Vucciria markets, bakeries, bars, and food stalls. Guides such as Angelo, Vinz, Simona, and Alessandro share Palermo stories while you try panelle, arancine, cheese, olives, drinks, and a seasonal dessert.

“One of the best tours I have been on. Our tour guide, Angelo, was not only knowledgeable, but entertaining. A must to eat good food and learn about Palermo.”

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Segesta, Erice and Salt Pans Full-Day Excursion from Palermo - Segesta’s temple and the race against the shuttle
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Segesta, Erice and Salt Pans Full-Day Excursion from Palermo

6.Segesta, Erice and Salt Pans Full-Day Excursion from Palermo

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,791 reviews · 8 hours · from $82

Ride from Palermo in an air-conditioned van to Segesta, Nubia’s salt pans, and hilltop Erice. This is transport with free time, not a fully guided tour. Drivers such as Marco, Sergio, Enzo, and Rosario are praised for safe driving and helpful local advice.

“Marco is kind person. If you do not have a car during the travel, this will be one of the best option for traveling near Pallermo.”

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Sicily: Etna and Alcantara Gorges Full-Day Tour with Lunch - Small vans make the mountain roads easier
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Sicily: Etna and Alcantara Gorges Full-Day Tour with Lunch

7.Etna and Alcantara Gorges Full-Day Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,766 reviews · 8 hours · from $105

Travel in a small SUV or minivan across Etna’s northern slopes, walk among the Sartorius Craters, enter the Grotta dei Ladroni lava tunnel, eat lunch at a local restaurant, then swim or stroll at the Alcantara Gorges. Guides such as Salvatore, Salvo, Ross, and Maya bring strong local knowledge.

“The experience was great…the food could be better! Salvo was a very good guide.”

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Palermo: Teatro Massimo Opera House Guided Tour - Starting at the foyer with bronze and marble details
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Palermo: Teatro Massimo Opera House Guided Tour

8.Teatro Massimo Opera House Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,573 reviews · 1 day · from $14Best value

Visit Palermo’s Teatro Massimo with a live guide in English, Italian, French, Spanish, or German. See the foyer, auditorium, royal box, Pompeian Rooms, and Coat of Arms room, with possible glimpses of rehearsals or stage work. The tour lasts about 40 minutes and costs $14.

“Highly recommend this tour! The Teatro Massimo is stunningly beautiful and our guide was very knowledgeable.”

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Agrigento: Valley of the Temples Skip-the-Line Sunset Tour - Finding the Juno Temple entrance
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Agrigento: Valley of the Temples Skip-the-Line Sunset Tour

9.Valley of the Temples Skip-the-Line Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,512 reviews · 2 hours · from $51

Walk through Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples as the light softens and the ruins begin to glow. Your guide leads you from the Temple of Hera to Concordia, Heracles, and Olympian Zeus, adding history and local stories along the way. Italian and English tours may run together.

“The temples lit up at night beautiful. The guide was very knowledgeable. Very good experience”

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Catania: Etna Sunset Tour with Pickup and Drop-off - From Catania to Zafferana Etnea in 40 minutes
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Catania: Etna Sunset Tour with Pickup and Drop-off

10.Etna Sunset Tour with Pickup and Drop-off

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,348 reviews · 5 hours · from $71

Ride from Catania to Etna with a small group of up to eight. You will taste honey, wine, and olive oil in Zafferana Etnea, visit Bove Valley and a lava cave, then walk on craters at about 2,000 meters for sunset. Guides such as Paolo, Simone, Zelia, and Constanza lead tours in English, Italian, or Spanish.

“Marilena was an excellent guide, she gave us lots of valuable information and was super friendly too. She was able to communicate with everyone in the group and we enjoyed the tastings as well as the cave visit and the crater walk. The information was excellent, we learnt a lot and had a good time.”

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Palermo: Street Food and History Walking Tour - Starting near Teatro Massimo
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Palermo: Street Food and History Walking Tour

11.Street Food and History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,294 reviews · from $54

Join Fabrizio for a three-hour walk through Palermo’s Old Town and Capo Market. Taste sfincione, panelle, crocché, arancine, and cannoli, while learning about Sicilian food, history, markets, and local customs. The tour includes one drink and a Cathedral visit.

“Fabrizio was an excellent guide and a knowledgeable host in his home town, a place he clearly loves. Not only did we try some amazing foods, and visit some interesting corners of the old city, but we got some great stories and insights into the history of Palermo, both ancient and recent. Was a great tour! Highly recommended.”

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Palermo: Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples Day Tour - Meeting in Palermo and settling into the ride
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Palermo: Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples Day Tour

12.Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,240 reviews · 9 hours · from $77

Travel from Palermo to Agrigento by air-conditioned minivan or coach, with coffee and food stops along the way. Explore the Valley of the Temples independently with a guidebook, then stop for photos at Scala dei Turchi. Drivers such as Sergio, Mario, and Michele are often praised for friendly service.

“Sergio is a very caring driver (I got lost and failed to come back at time, but he found where I was and picked me up). I highly recommend him and the tour.”

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Boat Tour Egadi Day discover Favignana and Levanzo from Trapani - Cala Azzurra starts the water time
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Boat Tour Egadi Day discover Favignana and Levanzo from Trapani

13.Boat Tour Egadi Day discover Favignana and Levanzo from Trapani

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,183 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $139

From Trapani, Mare and More takes you by comfortable RIB boat to Favignana and Levanzo for six swim and snorkeling stops, free time in Favignana, drinks, fruit, and live commentary. Captains such as Alessio, Alberto, Mauro, and Cristian share local history while a group of no more than 12 keeps the day personal.

“Awesome experience worth every penny. Great captain awesome boat great snorkeling and cool towns. The clear blue water was amazing. Everyone was very friendly and they spoke English as well as several other languages.”

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Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania - Walking across Mount Etna’s volcanic ground
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Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania

14.Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,155 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $118

Spend about nine hours with EtnaTribe exploring Mount Etna’s volcanic trails, a lava cave, local honey and oil, and Taormina’s lanes and sea views. Guides such as Salvatore, Lorenzo, Carmelo, and Tommaso are praised for lively local insight. Cable cars, jeeps, and other Etna upgrades cost extra.

“Older people not so easy to go up the top of the mountain need a warning, otherwise a good experience in life”

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From Catania: Mount Etna Sunset Tour with Tasting and Cave - The tasting at Enoteca dell’Etna
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From Catania: Mount Etna Sunset Tour with Tasting and Cave

15.Mount Etna Sunset Tour with Tasting and Cave

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,119 reviews · from $45

From Catania, visit an Etna producer for honey, olive oil, jams, and wine, then explore a lava cave if included and walk around the Silvestri craters at sunset. Guides such as Alessandro, Carmelo, Francesco, and Giuseppe explain Etna’s eruptions in several languages.

“It was brilliant, a great group of people and an amazing and funny guide Carmelo, The tasting was great and the walk was amazing, the caves are pretty interesting too but you don’t see too much of it but learning about it was interesting, a lot more than meets the eye. I would 100% recommend this to anyone who has enough time in Catania”

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