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The 15 Best Sicily Tours & Excursions

32 tours  ·  from $14 a head

Greek temples, an active volcano, Baroque towns and the best street food in the country, spread over an island the size of Wales. The 15 below sort Etna, Taormina, Palermo and the Val di Noto by price and driving time.

Catania: Mount Etna Morning or Sunset Day Trip with Tasting - Leaving Catania in a small, air-conditioned van
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Catania: Mount Etna Morning or Sunset Day Trip with Tasting

1.Mount Etna Morning or Sunset Day Trip with Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,028 reviews · 6 hours · from $70Our pick

Explore Mount Etna from Catania with a small group, lava cave visit, crater walk, Sicilian tasting, and morning or sunset views.

“We really enjoyed this experience. Our guide, Daphine, was spectacular. She provided a very safe and peaceful trip from Catania to Etna. She was super attentive and has spectacular knowledge about the region. We highly recommend this attraction!!!”

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Mount Etna: Guided Volcano Summit Hiking Tour with Cable Car - Starting at Rifugio Sapienza and riding above the trees
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Mount Etna: Guided Volcano Summit Hiking Tour with Cable Car

Palermo: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour 24-hour Ticket - Route A, Palermo’s historic center
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Palermo: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour 24-hour Ticket

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

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

See Palermo’s historic center, villas, markets, and port on two open-top bus routes, with optional trips to Monreale and Mondello Beach.

“Whilst on the tour I dropped my mobile phone and did not miss it until much later. The staff all went the extra mile to find it for me and ensure its safe return. Many thanks”

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From Trapani: Cruise to Favignana and Levanzo with lunch - Cala Rossa, Cala Azzurra, and Bue Marino from the water
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From Trapani: Cruise to Favignana and Levanzo with lunch

5.Cruise to Favignana and Levanzo with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,286 reviews · 8 hours · from $53

Cruise from Trapani to Favignana and Levanzo for island walks, coastal caves, swimming, and a generous Sicilian pasta lunch.

“A wonderful day! We visited two beautiful islands — Favignana and Levanzo. There was plenty of free time to walk around, swim, and have lunch. The scenery was stunning, and the water was crystal clear! Everything was well-organized and ran smoothly. A simple lunch and drinks were also offered on board. This trip left us with amazing memories — highly recommended for anyone who wants to experience the true beauty of the Egadi Islands. Tip: If you’re sensitive to motion sickness, we recommend taking seasickness tablets in advance, as the sea can get a bit choppy.”

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Catania: Sunset Jeep Tour of Mount Etna and Lava Flow Caves - Meeting up in Catania and climbing by Jeep
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Catania: Sunset Jeep Tour of Mount Etna and Lava Flow Caves

Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty - Vucciria Market and an acquired taste
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Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty

7.Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty

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

Taste Palermo’s panelle, arancine, cheese, wine, and sweets while exploring Capo and Vucciria markets with a local guide.

“Really informative and delicious street food tour in Palermo. Angelo, our guide, knew his stuff and did a good job pacing eating and walking. Highly recommend!”

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Mount Etna: Trek to 3000m with cable car and jeep - The cable car to 2,500 meters
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Mount Etna: Trek to 3000m with cable car and jeep

8.Mount Etna: Trek to 3000m with cable car and jeep

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,978 reviews · from $62

Hike Mount Etna to 3,000 meters by cable car, 4x4, and foot, with lava channels, craters, expert guides, and sweeping Sicilian views.

“The tour was very nice. It was one of the best activities we did on Sicilian. Our guide Antonio did a very good job and explained a lot! It was very interesting. Thx!”

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Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car - The cable car and 4x4 ride to 2,850 meters
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Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car

9.Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,875 reviews · 5 hours · from $77

Trek Mount Etna’s summit with a volcano guide, cable car, 4x4, lava tunnel, crater views, and practical safety support for a demanding half-day hike.

“Alessandro was personable, knowledgeable, and funny. Paced everyone so as not to overextend themselves. His knowledge about volcanoes was great!”

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Segesta, Erice and Salt Pans Full-Day Excursion from Palermo - Segesta: the reason to set your alarm
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Segesta, Erice and Salt Pans Full-Day Excursion from Palermo

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

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

Visit Segesta, Trapani’s salt pans, and hilltop Erice from Palermo in one scenic day with transport, free time, and helpful drivers.

“great day. it was nice not having to drive. i got a chance to see all of the beautiful lands on the way. a liitle traffic in palermo but it is expected. it was nice to finish in Erice, a wonderful town on a hil.”

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Sicily: Etna and Alcantara Gorges Full-Day Tour with Lunch - Small vans and pickup around eastern Sicily
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Sicily: Etna and Alcantara Gorges Full-Day Tour with Lunch

Taormina: Ancient Theater Skip-the-Line Ticket & Audio Guide - Entering with the skip-the-line ticket
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Taormina: Ancient Theater Skip-the-Line Ticket & Audio Guide

From Milazzo: Panarea and Stromboli Boat Trip by Night - Leaving Milazzo on a full-day sea journey
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From Milazzo: Panarea and Stromboli Boat Trip by Night

Mount Etna: Roundtrip Cable Car and 4x4 Bus Ticket - Start at Funivia dell’Etna near Rifugio Sapienza
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Mount Etna: Roundtrip Cable Car and 4×4 Bus Ticket

14.Mount Etna: Roundtrip Cable Car and 4×4 Bus Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,602 reviews · 1 day · from $97

Ride Mount Etna’s cable car and 4x4 bus to 2,900 meters, then walk with a volcano guide beside smoking craters and lava fields.

“An excellent tour with a very knowledgable and enthusiastic guide. The itinerary had to change due to increased activity in the main crater but this was communicated to us clearly prior to the activity. A very enjoyable and unique experience”

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Palermo: Teatro Massimo Opera House Guided Tour - Starting at the foyer and moving into the auditorium
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Palermo: Teatro Massimo Opera House Guided Tour

15.Teatro Massimo Opera House Guided Tour

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

Tour Palermo’s Teatro Massimo for gilded interiors, the royal box, opera mechanics, and city views in a compact 40-minute visit.

“An excellent tour of the theatre. The guide spoke Italian and English perfectly and was very engaging and animated.”

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