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I woke up this morning in New York to read this article about Sicily in the New York Times, “After Losing Crops to Drought, Sicily Fears Losing Tourism, Too.” Important to point out, there is not a comment section on this article (Perhaps because it’s intended to be in this weekend’s T magazine? I don’t…

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July etna wine events in new york.

We’re hosting two wonderful events at the end of July in the New York Area. Join Us! Etna’s Inimitable Wines:A Tasting Dinner in New York City Join Experience Sicily and Etna Wine School at Cacio e Pepe restaurant in New York City for a six-course dinner and tasting of Etna wines. Join Allison Scola from Experience…

Stirring Sicily Cooking and Wine Tour

Stirring Sicily:Cooking and Wine in Sicily Tour 1: August 28 to September 4, 2024  *FEW SPOTS LEFT* Act Now! Use the Code ALLISONBDAY at checkout by 11:59PM July 18, 2024 for $300 off per person. 8 days, 4 nights with an optional Eastern Sicily Prelude Delight in hands-on cooking classes, wine tastings of Sicily’s outstanding…

Wine Lovers Take Note! Special Co-host to Join Stirring Sicily Late August Tour

  Experience Sicily is pleased to announce that Benjamin North Spencer, author of The New Wines of Mount Etna and Director of Etna Wine School, will be joining our small-group cooking and wine tour, Stirring Sicily, this August 28 to September 4 as a special co-host. Bringing his profound knowledge of Sicilian wines and experience…

Yes, I Love Sicilia

It is a great honor to be featured in the latest issue of I Love Sicilia magazine with an article by Liliana Rosano and photos by Chiara Musumeci Fotografia (taken along with Claudio Romano and Rosella Di Brigida)! Grazie Liliana! Grazie Chiara! My passion for sharing Sicily through Experience Sicily continues to reach far and…

Day 13 of 16 Days of Sicily | A Mother of a Volcano

In Sicily, she’s known as Mamma Etna. Yes, she is a *she*, if even the word for volcano in Italian, vulcano, is masculine. Etna is a great mother. She is massive, and her influence and impact on life in Sicily – – particularly the east side of the island – – is significant. Etna creates…

Day 12 of 16 Days of Sicily | Festivals with Fervor

Whether it’s in recognition of an abundance of ricotta or the success of the year’s artichoke harvest or a city’s patron saint, Sicilians celebrate with fervor! For example, during these first days of February (3, 4, and 5), in Catania, “cristiani” celebrate their patroness Sant’Agata with one of the world’s most potent religious festivals. Agata…

Day 11 of 16 Days of Sicily | Reaction to the Rubble

During the night of January 14 and 15, 1968 through early February 1968 western Sicily’s Belice Valley experienced a series of earthquakes. It was before the Richter Scale was employed to measure tremors in Italy, so it’s hard to say in those terms how strong they were but know this: it was many seismic events…

Day 10 of 16 Days of Sicily | Dancing Dolphins

The seas of Sicily are glorious. There are three: The Ionian on the east side, the African or Mediterranean to the south, and my favorite, the Tyrrhenian on the north side of the island. They are turquois and lapis and all shades of blue; they are clear and clean; often, they are calm; and in the…

Day 9 of 16 Days of Sicily | Get Dirty

When I was a child, my mother always dressed me in dresses, and I used to get into a lot of trouble because I liked to climb on everything (still do), run around in the mud (still do), dance in puddles (yup), … you get the idea. I used to get my dresses pretty dirty….

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Sicily Tour Companies

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Europamundo

• Good - 4,375 reviews for Sicily tours
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Sicily Activities

• Excellent - 224 reviews for Sicily tours

The cooking class in Taormina was great. The winery outside Taormina was very nice. The winery near Mt. Etna was nice. The Drive to Syracuse with stop in Noto was fine but not too much info was given about Syracuse when we were dropped off. We had to figure out where the main shops, restaurants, etc were on our own. Walking tour of Ortigia was mediocre. Guide didn’t seem too into it and was late to arrive. The drive to Palermo was very long and the driver/guide barely talked to us. Never told anything about the places/towns we were driving by etc. The Palermo tour guide was the best of all. Very informative and engaging. Enjoyed our trip and enjoyed Taormina and Palermo the most.

Wonderful trip excellent fellow travellers and places visited . Taormina wonderful hill hotel villa Diodora . All hotels excellent . Palermo my favourite with Norman Byzantine mosaics in Palermo, Cefalu and Monreale . Would recommend this tour to anyone wanting a brilliant experience . Etna and the Nero d’avola winery all excellent t . Coming across Caravaggio exhibition in Noto was magic . The architecture hotel and walking in Palermo was mind blowing . The Opera house and shopping square across from our hotel Politeamo and it’s roof top bar was brilliant. Finally the ferry from Palermo to Naples in my own cabin was also a wonderful way to say goodbye. Thanks Massimo for all your advice and reassurance when I was doing a solo day before the tour. All worked out so well . Thanks again .

Dimensione Sicilia - Dimsi …

• Excellent - 163 reviews for Sicily tours

Well planned, excellent tour guide, Placido and bus driver Joe!

We really enjoyed visiting Sicily and really liked the itinerary and all the places we visited. All the tourists in the group were very nice. However, we were disappointed with the Placido, the tour guide. It felt like he didn't really care about us and was just on automatic pilot and going through the motions. For example, he would sit in his seat on the bus facing straight ahead, not standing up and looking at us a good deal of the time, and we couldn't hear him. But he didn't seem to care that we could not hear him. When there were problems at the hotel, such as the air-conditioning not working, he would tell us it was not his problem and to deal with it ourselves. We had already told the front desk. We went up to the room with a handy man who said, oh it is working, the room just has to cool down. But we knew it wasn't working. We told the front desk it wasn't working and they said the room would be cool after dinner. The front desk consisted of two older Italian men who clearly did not want to help us ladies. We checked out the rooms of our companions and they were clearly cool. After dinner our room was still very hot. We went to the front desk who again refused to help us. Placido had eaten his dinner and disappeared. At this point it was 10:30 PM. Finally they moved us to another room but did not help us move. They just watched us. There was no elevator to this area and we were moving our luggage down and up multiple steps. This was at the Hotel Bala Di Ulisse in Agrigento. And then the room was still not cool and was not the twin beds we had requested for the tour. This was typical of the guide's behavior. He just said, it's not my problem. He just took care of himself. Lunch was always chaotic. We had people with dietary needs, vegetarians, pescatarians, gluten free, etc. He made no effort to see that this was handled efficiently. He could have had a list that he presented upon arrival at the restaurant. He would either not tell the restaurant, forget to tell them, did not intervene when mistakes were made or check that the food got distributed properly. It was funny once but not every time. He also would not tell us what we could expect for lunch. Once it was a few group salads which were delicious, another time it was a 4 course meal, but we didn't know that and got filled up on the pasta, not expecting two more courses. All it would have taken was an inquiry on his part to the restaurant and an announcement to us. But he didn't care. He made sure he got his meal and then he disappeared. We tried to find out if there were cultural events, music, dances, shows, but he made no effort to help us find something. It would have been nice if we had had a way to contact him in an emergency. It would also have been nice to have had a group text chain set up on WhatsApp so we could have contacted members of the group and shared information and pictures. The tour would have been wonderful with a guide who made an effort. I don't expect perfection, I'm pretty easy going, but his indifference spoiled the tour quite a bit.

Click Tours

• Good - 715 reviews for Sicily tours

Amazing trip and beyond my expectations! Guides were knowledgeable and always on time. The cooking class, food tours and vineyard visits were all highlights.

Had an excellent time. The tour was well organized and well thought out. The destinations were interesting and fun. The hotels and all of the meals were also good. The tour guide (Salvo) was very friendly, knowledgeable and made the tour that much better. The bus was comfortable. The attractions were great. This was a great way to see Sicily. I highly recommend this tour.

Soleto Travel

• Excellent - 304 reviews for Sicily tours

Tour was excellent because we had Angelo as our guide. His knowledge was wonderful and his personality is infectious. Everyone on our tour enjoyed Angelo's knowledge and humourous stories. We recommend Angelo to be the winner of the Tour Guide award. The tour gave us a great overview of Sicily and it's different regions. We enjoyed everything about our tour and would recommend it to family and friends.

Itinerary was a good overview of Sicily. Overall organisation was good - we always knew where to go and what to expect. Our guide Angelo was great, knowledgeable and easy to understand. Food included a lot of fish and seafood. If you don't like that then you will get pasta and tomato sauce. I had that three times. The first night's dinner was appalling and not appreciated by the whole group. We had some good meals but often the food was boring. Guides we had were generally good. The Guide to the Piazza Amerina was knowledgeable and interesting when we could understand her - she spoke far to fast for us to decipher her accent for 50% of the time. The guide for the Ragusa and Modica cathedrals was very knowledgeable but there was too much information - I had trouble making sense of the main features. I think the cathedral in Modica was an unnecessary addition for very little extra - we had lots of information but it was not different enough from Ragusa. We could have had more about the ceramics for which I had believed Sicily was known.

• Excellent - 175 reviews for Sicily tours

• Good - 95 reviews for Sicily tours

Very informative Communication to us was great and everything went to plan

The Sicily Self Drive tour is simply marvellous! It’s like having your own little Italian adventure, but with the freedom to explore at your leisure. The history, the culture, the breathtaking views - it’s all there for you to discover. The only thing that’s a bit of a letdown is the lack of luxury. A touch more indulgence would have made it perfect. But don’t let that put you off, it’s still a splendid way to see Sicily.

Destination Italia

• Good - 152 reviews for Sicily tours

I had a lot of fun on this trip and am thoroughly grateful. Angelo, our tour guide, was amazing and went above and beyond to help us. You can tell he loves his job and loves sicily. Our driver, Vino, was exceptional - he got us to our destinations safely, driving was unfussy, and generous in bringing us to hidden spots for better views. Our tour group was excellent (kudos to everyone for always being on time and engaging), and the itinerary was a good mix of informative and free time. Improvements: food catered by external restaurants or partnered hotels should be vetted a bit more extensively as there were some included meals that were slightly disappointing.

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour, but it was a Secrets of Sicily tour not Absolutely Sicily. I know the claim is they are exactly the same, which they are, but with a different price. This is something that is very misguiding on your website and when I contacted Tourradar about this I was just fobbed off to the Italian operator who made no sense in their explanations.

G Adventures

• Excellent - 22,557 reviews for Sicily tours

Great experience great tour guide.

Was a good trip to the most part. Only little wrinkle was the last hotel on our tour was horrendously loud and noisy.

• Excellent - 13,485 reviews for Sicily tours

Mount Etna Erice & last place by the beach. An extra day here would be great!

mount Etna. Cefalu, Taormina. Our guide Mandy.

Italy on a Budget Tours

• Excellent - 403 reviews for Sicily tours

Omega Tours

• Good - 187 reviews for Sicily tours

Was a bit nervous going on a tour solo for the first time but I couldn't have had a more stress free experience. Our tour guide Angelo was amazing. Very knowledgeable and always ready to do his best to help everyone. Met lots of people from all over the world. Have lots of great memories to take home Thank you

You had no tour leader. We did not know what we wore doing or what time to meet. Very Disorganize. You only had local tour guide. If it was not for Sergio our driver. He was very attentive, New the area very well and very kind. I give Sergio a 5 + starts. Sergio Thank you for being there for us.

Handy Sicily

• Excellent - 32 reviews for Sicily tours

We had a fantastic time and Paola what is top notch. He is very knowledgeable, willing to change Some of these sides if you wish and totally takes care of you. I would definitely recommend his tour

Paolo was able to tailor the tour to include our interests. eg as the 0 miles accommodation, Dionysis ear, and the ancient cemetery. He was never pushy and always willing to stop if there was something of interest along the way and was a careful driver. He knew where the best gelati and chocolate shops were. My family and I had a great time with Paolo and really enjoyed his relaxed knowledgeable company.

Exodus Adventure Travels

• Excellent - 13,269 reviews for Sicily tours

Worth it. Looking forward to going back and spending more time at places we stayed. Great way to travel and experience Sicily.

The best part of our tour - Our guide, Rosanna! She was amazing, and the entire trip would not have been the same without her. She masterfully managed everything, and made herself available for every single thing! It was very busy with so much history and many sights into a small bit of time, but what a great way to see most of Sicily. We were able to experience the many facets of the island special to each region. Hotels were all different and unique, and no major complaints. The drivers, short tour guides, and buses were all good. The tour will not disappoint!

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Since the time of the Grand Tour, Sicily has exerted a unique charm for travelers of all types and nationalities. In the middle of the Mediterranean Sea, at the crossroads of many peoples and civilizations, Sicily is a diverse and complex island with a multitude of facets. If, in the words of the writer Gesualdo Bufalino, there are many Sicilies, this island-continent provides endless travel possibilities, in all seasons, and for all types of travelers. A tour of Sicily can last a few days, one or more weeks. But, also, a lifetime, for the numerous travelers who choose to stay or the same Sicilians who are never ending to discover it.

The Sicily TravelNet website gives you the opportunity to build the Sicily trip that best suits you . You can opt for an escorted package tour with scheduled departures or we can design a bespoke tour just for you.  You may just book a private activity or join small group tours in the various locations. You can plan your custom itinerary with us . Our local experts will suggest the activities that best suit your interests. Our qualified local guides will share with you their knowledge of the island and their love for this land.

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A great island to spend your all-seasons vacations.

With its scorching summers, warm springs and falls and very mild winters, Sicily is an amazing year-round destination

Sicily in winter is amazing. Travel to Sicily to enjoy exclusive and awe semi-private tour of Sicily to explore the most important local highlights in 6 days!

Winter is officially gone and spring in Sicily is a lovely season: the mild climate allows locals and tourists to finally spend the day outside, enjoying the scents of Sicily and some fresh air while – good news! – it’s not too warm and, above all, cities are not so crowded as they are during the summer months!

A destination that can satisfy everyone: holidays dedicated to relaxation, nature, and excursions. This is the famous Trinacria, as the ancient Greeks called it. And where to go to spend an unforgettable summer in Sicily?

Once again, we’re here to tell you that Sicily is a perfect destination for fall-break tours: the atmosphere is more intimate and romantic, temperatures are still very pleasant and even the most touristic sights are less crowded and therefore more enjoyable!

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Whether it's joining a group for a day tour, or assemble several day tours, regular day tours can be a really fun way to travel. From social to cultural benefits, there are many different reasons why signing up for a guided tour makes more sense than trying to go it alone.

Exclusive Private Day Trips customized according to your wishes and needs! Offer yourself the vacation you need avoiding crowded groups and standardized tours. Experience the true beauty of Sicily!

While molecular-gastronomy trends are tempting, the truth is that the best food is still usually found at home. Explore with us the reasons why dine at home is different compared with dine in a local restaurant!

A Selection of Transfer with possibility to include sightseeing along the itinerary to optimize the time during your independent tour of Sicily.

Our Shore Excursions are the best solution to visit the most outstanding spots of Sicily reachable from your port of call, in a private form and with the convenience of a fixed package price!

Leave the Cookie Cutter Tours Behind and enjoy our special active experience to the hight european volcano: hike to the summit, quad bike, off-road, climbing, jeep, water trekking, body rafting and more!

We offer a transfer service with an Italian-speaking driver who will fulfil all your needs. Our vehicles are equipped with air conditioning system and ensure a smooth, comfortable and secure trip to the passenger.

If you are looking for a unique experience during your trip in Sicily, flying over the active craters at the summit of Mount Etna or at the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento or at the Greek Roman Theatre in Taormina ... will surely meet your desires.

Tour of Sicily gives you the opportunity to live incredible boat experiences along the wonderful coasts of Sicily, jewel of the Mediterranean Sea.

Discovering a living legacy over generations. In Sicily the existence of genealogical records and the use of a surname in a specific family over many centuries often permits a lineage to be traced, generation by generation, to circa 1500!

Hoist the sails and go! Wind and Sea help us to begin our adventure to Protectd Sea Nature Parks next to Palermo, the amazing Ortigia island from Syracusa; Isola Bella snorkeling experience from Taormina; the Zingaro Park, Scopello and San Vito lo Capo from Trapani ... Get ready to discover the sailing world of Sicily and beyond!

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What’s not to love about Italy? The food, the wine, the history—it’s no wonder people can’t get enough of la bella Italia. Discover the best that these Italy cruise ports have to offer, like renaissance art and culture in Tuscany, the ruins of a fallen empire in Rome, the natural beauty of the Amalfi Coast, and one of the most beautiful cities in the world such as Venice.

Lying off the coast of southwestern Italy, this captivating island offers stunning sea views, quaint medieval hill towns, Greek and Roman Temples and Theatres, amazing mosaics and Arab monuments, rustic cuisine and fine wine. Make the most of your time by booking a Sicily shore trips from Palermo, Catania, Taormina, Trapani and Messina!

The tiny Mediterranean nation of Malta boasts a wealth of stunning architecture, history and beautiful beaches. Begin your trip in Malta’s tiny yet stunning capital city. UNESCO described this charming city as ‘one of the most concentrated historic areas in the world.’

GET READY TO GO ACTIVE: hiking, walking, biking and multi-adventure!

Our Sicily Bike Tours are designed for individual travellers and small groups with a flexible level of assistance. Cycling Sicily Bike tours and bike rental specialist in Sicily.

Climb into the incredible culture, mediterranean terrain, and unbelievable beauty of volcano, mountains, necropolis, archeological sites, valleys and forests on a hiking tour and walking holiday in Sicily!

River trekking consists of walking stretches of streams and rivers, diving into pools of crystal clear water and swimming or letting yourself be carried away by the current. It is therefore a fun, exciting and suitable activity for everyone, ideal for fully experiencing nature!

Go on an adventure among hidden underwater landscapes and treasures and discover Sicily’s underwater treasures!

Europe’s highest Volcano, Mount Etna is one of most active of the world. Its impressive size ( more than 3327 meters high with an average basal diameter of 40 km) overlooks the whole region.

Add to your wish list this fantastic adventure and sign up for a day of excitement, participating in a truffle hunt alongside beautiful hunting dogs. Accompanied by a professional guide with his trained dogs, you can share a wonderful experience in searching for truffle and later, enjoy a delicious lunch ...

Volcanic landscapes, turquoise waters, picturesque fisherman’s villages: joining one of our yacht tours in Sicily you’ll discover all these things and much more aboard a boat equipped for maximum comfort!

Are you a golf lover? Have you have ever thought about playing golf in the shadow of a volcano, or close to the amazing shore of Mediterranean Sea? Tour of Sicily makes it possible!

Walking Tours are tailored for people who like to focus on the destinations and cities they are visiting. Most of our walking tours are operated with licensed local guide and offer the great opportunity to visit the town and learn as much as possible of the history of the place..

Jump and swim a spectacular stretch of Etna Alcantara Gorges! The Alcantara Gorges are a real spectacle of nature and experience to do for visitors that come to Sicily. It's the ideal place for an authentic breathtaking Etna adventure. Enjoy this crazy experience with us!

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We offer a comprehensive set of Self Drive Holidays that allow you to discover Sicily in an independent, safe and comfortable way.  It’s often said that Sicily feels like a country of its own. And, with so much on offer, it might as well be.  One moment you could be relaxing on white-sand beaches and the next wandering through the wonders of the ancient world.

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Strategically placed at the heart of the Mediterranean, Sicily’s changing fortunes under a succession of colonizers has left a rich array of historic sites to explore, from crumbling Greek temples to Roman villas, medieval fortresses and lavish Baroque towns. Our specialists can guide you as you plan your trip, using their first-hand knowledge of Sicily to help you decide where's best to go depending on your interests. Whether you only have time to see one set of ancient temples or want to visit the island's finest vineyards, they're there to guide you along the way.

You can learn about ancient history as you explore the Grecian Valley of the Temples, marvel at the intricacies of Byzantine mosaic work in Palermo, stroll along the sophisticated streets of Syracuse or venture onto the slopes of Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano. Sicily is a many-faceted place to visit, and our specialists have explored the main sights and the lesser-known ones. They’ll carefully plan your vacation as an individual tailor-made trip to match your preferences.

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Places to visit in Sicily

Featuring heavily on our experiences of visiting Sicily, these selected places are destinations that also prove consistently popular with our travelers. Our specialists can help you choose how to include them in your wider trip, based on your preferences.

Erice and Trapani

Ragusa, Modica & Noto

Suggested itinerary featuring Sicily

This sample itinerary will give you an idea of what is possible when you travel in Sicily, and showcases routes we know work particularly well. Treat this as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.

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Places & hotels on the map, places in and around sicily.

• Agrigento Sicily
• Erice and Trapani Sicily
• Marsala Sicily
• Mount Etna Sicily
• Palermo Sicily
• Ragusa, Modica & Noto Sicily
• Syracuse Sicily
• Taormina Sicily
• Villa Romana del Casale Sicily
• Capri 194 miles away
• Sorrento 199 miles away
• The Amalfi Coast 200 miles away
• Ischia 208 miles away
• Pompeii 208 miles away
• Herculaneum 212 miles away
• Naples 214 miles away
• Matera 237 miles away
• Puglia 258 miles away
• Alberobello 262 miles away
• Fasano 269 miles away
• Ostuni 271 miles away
• Lecce 275 miles away
• Otranto 280 miles away
• Southern Sardinia 299 miles away

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Written by our specialists from their own experiences of visiting Sicily, these guides will help you make the most of your time there. We share both our practical recommendations and the best ways to appreciate Sicily at its best.

Where to visit in Sicily

Beyond its azure waters and white pebbled beaches, Sicily offers a complex cultural experience, one that is seen in its Baroque churches, open-air markets, Greek ruins and complex cuisine. Discover why it’s the crossroads of the Mediterranean with Audley specialist Kimberly.

Accommodation choices for Sicily

We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Sicily. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.

Baglio Oneto Resort

Monaci delle Terre Nere

Algila Ortigia Charme Hotel

De Stefano Palace

Eremo della Giubiliana

Grand Hotel et des Palmes

Palazzo Natoli

Hotel Plaza Opera

Fontes Episcopi

Hotel Foresteria Baglio della Luna

Hotel Villa Athena

Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo

Belmond Villa Sant'Andrea

Verdura Resort

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We are DMC and Travel Design Company

Sicily Activities was founded in 2014 initially as a Tour Operator for Small group Activities and Daily Tours in Sicily and afterwards developed as a Destination Management Company actually offering the complete travel experience all around the island, including, hospitality concierge, transportation, excursions, finest dining and other exclusive services to make your Sicilian journeys special.

Designing luxury trips became the favorite part of our job. Whatever your dream is travelling by traditional vespa or either FIAT 500, painting together with Sicilian artist, tasting fragrant wine or cooking in Sicilian castle, we can make it for you…with all our passion, love and experience we earned, having long insider access to secret authentic places and creative local friends.

We offer Bespoke Sicily Tours and Itineraries

Luxury Private Tours of Sicily

• highly customized to address your dreams
• departure dates that up to you
• no unknown companions
• handpicked boutique hotels
• attention to details & personal approach

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Small Group Tours of Sicily

• a very small group limited to 8 guests
• guaranteed Departures every week
• the whole trip on new Mercedes Minivans
• 4 stars hotels in best Sicilian towns

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The Best Sicilian Experiences

• in cult places and hidden corners
• full of history and traditions
• with funny storytelling guides
• inspired by true local lifestyle
• spiced up by legendary food & wine

How we do...

• We combine your dreams and our inside expertise
• We personally visit an every place we recommend
• We are proud of our guides who work exclusively with us
• We like to create, design and travel in style
• We love to make surprises and let you think “WOW”

Testimonials

We just wanted to thank you again for an unbelievable vacation in Sicily. Your guides are great and make the experience very personal. We can’t say enough about Sicily Activities – the best!

Alex, we just wanted to tell you that you are always in our thoughts. We tell all our friends about you! I would like to thank you again for all the questions I asked of you (and the many e-mails!), when we were just planning our visit. Your company is top-notch.

Just what we were looking for. Small group was ideal. Nice to bond with fellow travelers. We appreciated the flexibility, especially after flight delay and lost luggage. Highly recommend Massimo and his crew. We went places that we were unlikely to go on our own.

The assistance and on call service was exceptional. Our trip was designed around our needs and also catered for my wife’s pregnant status. Alex did a superb in tailoring our tour, and Massimo was brilliant in executing it.

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Return to Your Roots: Discover Your Sicilian Heritage

Rediscover your roots and family history with our Return Tourism tour in Sicily.

Wine Tours: Savor the Flavors of Sicily

Savor authentic flavors and fine wines of Sicily.

Combined Tours: The Mediterranean Within Reach

Explore Sicily, other Italian regions, and Malta, Tunisia or Greece in one unique adventure.

Single Tours: Adventure and Friendship Await

Meet new friends and explore Sicily in good company.

Discover the Charm of Baroque on Your Own

Discover the magnificence of Sicilian Baroque architecture on an 8-day self-guided tour.

Wonder of Western, with Driver-Guide

Explore the hidden gems of Western Sicily with the addition of a driver guide.

From Palermo: Sicilian traditions with a farm.

Authentic Sicily: From the farm to the gems of the Sicani Mountains. A journey through traditions and flavors, with Pasquale and his passion.

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The sun-kissed south and Sicily are the star attractions on this mesmerizing southern Italy trip from Rome to Palermo. Taste local Sicilian wine on the slopes of snow-capped Mount Etna, learn about the ancient Greek heritage of Agrigento and get lost in the medieval cobbled streets of Erice.

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Explore Pompeii, Capri, Taormina, Agrigento and Palermo 

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How many times have you yearned to enjoy a fully relaxing holiday, to contemplate a beautiful landscape while breathing in clean air and sipping a good glass of Etna DOC?

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Unmissable flavors

The flavours, shapes, scents and colours of Sicilian food have become symbols of overwhelming pleasure all over the world.

The outstanding desserts include cannolo   and cassata , which bring out the freshness and authenticity of local ricotta. Granita , which does not include ice here, reveals itself in all its creaminess. It can be difficult to choose between the many flavours and it is so delicious it can even give the best homemade ice cream a run for its money. Never alone: it should be accompanied by an aromatic hot brioche , and strictly with a “tuppo” (nobble).

Almonds , another of the island’s points of pride, are used to make the paste that is often chosen as a sweet souvenir by those visiting a distant friend. It is also the basis for a thirst-quenching and sumptuous milk and the choreographic creations of martorana fruit , which add life to the windows of the pastry shops and amuse tourists and passers-by.

In Sicily there are many delicacies rooted in tradition and faith , which become beloved symbols before they being consumed.

Bridging sweet and savoury, the juiciest red oranges  come from the countryside most beloved by the sun, while the most famous pistachios , those from Bronte, now dominate the culinary scene thanks to their gastronomic flexibility, which ranges from their use as sweet cream in desserts to the intense pestos that bring together ancient grains [link to Sicilian Ancient Grains] in the form of inimitable first courses.

A treasure trove of flavours: from Bronte’s green gold to the finest red gold , Saffron , which seduces the palate and inspires you to dream. And digging in the undergrowth, precious jewels and nuggets emerge: mushrooms and truffles .

An icon of Sicilianness, arancin*  has a name that divides people but its taste brings everyone together: it is a rice-based wonder, an essential fried delicacy and the pinnacle of Sicilian street food .

Sicily is the cradle of the Mediterranean diet , which has always been the healthiest and most varied approach to food. It also brings out the best of fish and vegetables through caponata and parmigiana , as well as pickles and infinite speciality dishes, in which the Pachino tomato reigns supreme .

In Sicily, the dinner table becomes a “stage” for exhilarating flavours: one case in point is pasta alla Norma , made with tomato sauce and fried aubergines, and so named because it is considered sublime like the work of the same name by the “Swan”, the composer Vincenzo Bellini.

Meat from historic farms, such as the Nebrodi black pig, rounds off rich and surprisingly impeccable menus.

The price of Sicilian wines is rising rapidly, as the product becomes increasingly sincere, intoxicating and versatile. It serves as an invitation to savour this island in small sips, with a glass in your hand and lightness in your heart.

Walking along the nostalgic paths of taste  you will find that even dipping bread in oil  proves why you will never have enough of Sicily.

Visiting the local markets will be the best way to deeply discover the tasty, spicy and most authentic flavours of Sicilian street food. Sicilian street food is among the most celebrated, and its main symbol is the arancin * of contention, which is loved and appreciated all over the world.

Sicily is the cradle of the Mediterranean diet and will surprise you witha thousand combinations of poor ingredients that enrich vegetarian menus.

And if you are wondering whether Sicily is the right destination for you, you will find the answer in a glass of local wine .

Discover all the flavours of your happy island.

Traveling you learn

In Sicily, you can visit the majestic volcano Etna , the Valley of the Temples , the Greek Theatre of Taormina and the one of Syracuse . You can learn more about Quasimodo, Verga, Il Gattopardo and the Rape of Persephone . Close your geography, science and art history books. Forget everything you learned at school and get ready to live a new experience.

You can follow the verses and passages of the greatest writers in world literature, from Sciascia to Camilleri, from Tomasi di Lampedusa to Pirandello . Travel along the literary routes that will lead you to discover an unusual side of Sicily.

Discover the roots of the fascinating myths and legends . These stories take inspiration from an extraordinary nature whose shapes and colours influenced the course of history itself. All tales reveal one truth: Sicily has always been a place loved by the Gods .

Travelling through Sicily, you can learn what rare botanical wonders live around the island. You can visit corners of paradise such as the Bioparco di Sicilia , or you can choose to follow the footsteps of Charles V around Sicily’s most beautiful cities . Spend some time watching hundreds of colourful kites soar through the sky, then taste and discover the history of real Aztec chocolate .

Travelling is the best way to learn something new and unique about Sicily.

Tourism Commitment

There are stories of men , perspectives, voices and hands that come together and, with commitment, give life to new hopes. They are the symbols of a Sicily that rises from its ashes.

Discover the Sicily that doesn’t give up.

The part of Sicily that does not want to be forgotten creates memorials. Palermo Ecomuseum promotes projects related to shared social responsibility, participatory care of the territory and sustainable tourism. The local community plans cultural, touristic and educational initiatives.

A terrible earthquake destroyed the town of Gibellina . Today its existence echoes through the work of its rebirth: Burri’s Cretto . There is a part of Sicily that shouldn’t be forgotten and abandoned. In Favara , from the greyness of a neighbourhood destined to decay, Florinda and Antonio created the Farm Cultural Park . Today it is one of the world’s most vibrant cultural centres. With Fiumara d’Arte, Antonio Presti has proclaimed the salvific power of beauty, creating one of the largest and most evocative land art parks in Europe. The inhabitants of the small and enchanting Borgo Parrini transformed the town into one of the most evocative places on the island, a virtuous example of urban regeneration.

There is another part of Sicily that does not surrender to fate. It pursues its dreams and reaches for the stars. One example is the shepherd poet Lorenzo Reina , who shapes the Andromeda Theatre in Santo Stefano Quisquina with his bare hands.

We cannot mention the part of Sicily that does not surrender to the Mafia . With infinite gratitude for the men who gave their lives to protect their land, it keeps their memory alive and educates the new generations to fight with messages of peace.

Discover the beautiful stories that Sicily has to tell. Prepare yourself for an exciting journey that will enrich your soul: this is what committed tourism is all about.

Sicily is the perfect and unique destination for those who want to spend a holiday surrounded by art, history and culture.

Let’s discover the cities and small towns of Sicily. Noto is the capital of Sicilian Baroque. In Caltagirone , we will be surprised by the blaze of colours of its ceramics. Syracuse is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a walk through its streets will take you back in time. In Modica , the Duomo di San Giorgio’s great beauty (the Baroque icon in Sicily) will leave you speechless. In Marsala , you can admire the most beautiful sunset in the world, which makes the atmosphere of the Stagnone surreal. We then arrive in Piana degli Albanesi , a tiny Albania in the heart of Sicily, ready to welcome you with its lake teeming with life.

You will get to know such a wide and varied territory that you may wonder whether you are still in the same Region. Sicily seems to be the gateway to another dimension. Heaven and hell make peace in the Etnean landscape. Gods and nymphs weave love stories, unbridled passions and jealousies through forests, rivers and springs. But don’t forget to visit the smaller islands.

In Lipari , you can taste the worldwide famous Malvasia. Panarea is the most exclusive and popular destination. You can explore the Island of Alicudi on the back of a donkey. Don’t miss visiting the characteristic Island of Vulcano , renowned for its mud baths. Stromboli is pyrotechnical, while, in Salina , you can see the home of the poet Neruda, set of Massimo Troisi’s unforgettable movie “ Il Postino ”.

Then there are the Egadi Islands , Pantelleria , Ustica , Linosa and Lampedusa . They are all surrounded by a wonderful sea, and each Island has its palette of reflections, from deep blue to the turquoise sky. You will be completely captivated by the colours and atmosphere of these places.

There is too much to see, and it is hard to choose where to start. Do not waste time then: get ready to go. Sicily is waiting for you!

Spirituality

There is increasing demand for holidays that take us away from crowded places and daily stress, where the body and mind can find rest and meditation.

Excursions lead us to places where nature and silence reign, with monasteries, hermitages and shrines where it is possible to find religious devotion by retracing the paths of Saints and beatified people, as well as a secular moment of serenity.

The Sacred Paths are routes that have been travelled by pilgrims since ancient times, and have now become itineraries with great attraction for tourists. Some are a few dozen kilometres long, others hundreds. Discover the itineraries along the ancient roads of the Via Francigena or along the most beaten religious paths, and get ready to walk through the most enchanting places in Sicily.

Sicily is ready to offer an interesting network of religious routes that allow you to discover bright gems that are still little known, alone or with the help of local nature associations.

Spa and Wellness

Sicily offers a wide range of natural treatments to regenerate the body and mind.

If relaxation, sensory well-being and immersive pleasure are your top travel priorities, when you visit Sicily, you will discover that it is an amazing open-air spa .

It is not a matter of destination or length of your holiday: you will find out that the simplest and most natural things have extraordinary power over your health.

Breathe deeply and find your balance using the wisdom of the centuries-old forests and the energy of the frozen waterfalls . Surround yourself with sunshine and beauty. Relax on the salt crust in the unique setting of the Stagnone . Explore and rest in the natural caves , places of the Gods in the minor islands .

The thermal waters scattered throughout Sicily supply some of the best facilities in Italy .

Let your wellness journey begin. You deserve the best: you deserve Sicily.

Sea in Sicily

A quick look at the beaches, lidos and coves on the wonderful Sicily sea, with surprising transparency and richness of colours.

We’ll start from the coast on the south of this incredible island, going from Capo Passero in Syracuse to Capo Granitola in Trapani , which proudly reveals its golden sand with an exotic flair.

Marina di Ragusa, Pozzallo, Punta Secca in the territory of Ragusa , the Torre Salsa Reserve near Sciacca, the island of Lampedusa and the Scala dei Turchi in Agrigento have very long beaches that are usually not crowded, and which blend the “off-grid” harmony and relaxation we all seek.

This sandy coast extends to Mazara del Vallo and Marsala and continues with the Via del Sale, the Stagnone Reserve and Mozia in Trapani . Here we find out how salt is produced in the museums dedicated to it. Riserva dello Zingaro and the white, fine sandy beach of San Vito lo Capoe need no introduction and open up to the Tyrrhenian coast, characterised by a succession of beaches and cliffs.

The island of Ustica , Cefalù and Mondello in the Palermo area, the Aeolian Islands , Capo d’Orlando and Tindari in the province of Messina and the Egadi Islands in the Trapani region all overlook the Tyrrhenian Sea, where the blue of the sea is intense and snorkelling is very enjoyable.

The eastern coast starts after Messina with the lava rocks and pebble beaches of Taormina and Giardini Naxos, the Acireale Timpa Nature Reserve and the cliffs of Aci Trezza. The sand then returns in the Gulf of Catania , Syracuse , the Vendicari Reserve , going up to Marzamemi and the Isola delle Correnti, the precise point where the Ionian Sea and the Mediterranean Sea meet.

Also discover the child-friendly beaches and those that have been awarded the blue flag in 2024 !

The climate and landscapes allow you to pursue many outdoor sports activities in Sicily, combining wellness and fun: you will be spoilt for choice.

If you love the sea, you can dive and snorkel, experiencing the thrill of contact with the most awe-inspiring fauna and flora and discovering the “Divers’ paradise” on the bottom of Ustica, in the heart of Italy’s first marine reserve. You will behold images and colour combinations that you thought were pure science fiction with your own eyes.

On the surface, however, the sea works together with the wind to playfully push you towards kitesurfing: try it in the beautiful setting of Stagnone in Marsala!

The Sicilian natural scenery offers an original and fully comprehensive solutions for any level of fatigue, for all ages and for previous background of physical activity, from those who want to get fit to those who want to push their limits. Choose between a walk with your children   and the extremes of climbing and ski mountaineering. There are challenges with a very wide range of difficulty levels, from golf, which you can play in both the west and east of Sicily, to a highly evocative bike trip, from a day spent feeling truly free on a sailing boat to a horseback ride on Etna or crossing the Argimusco.

The hinterland of Sicily is the heart of the island, it is a little-known area. Here time flows naturally, and the contact with the locals is wonderful. It is a land rich in cultural expressions, millenary traditions, archaeological, architectural and naturalistic treasures. Many places make you want to stay forever.

Let’s discover the slopes of Mount Etna or the Simeto Nature Reserve : this area is rich in lava caves, waterfalls, rapids and small lakes. The Piana degli Albanesi Lake , on the other hand, is an area teeming with life. From the Bosco Della Ficuzza , we find ourselves in the heart of the Parco delle Madonie , dotted with small towns where time flows slowly and quietly.

Enna is the highest town in Italy, and from here you can enjoy a panoramic view over the whole island. Caltanissetta has a historical centre full of Renaissance and Baroque monuments.

Sutera is one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. The Teatro di Andromeda in Santo Stefano Quisquina is a magical place surrounded by the pastoral landscape of the Monti Sicani .

Despite being in the centre of Sicily, far from the coast, you can enjoy the incredible and unique view of the Aeolian Islands . You will feel like you have just completed a journey into the most unusual and authentic Sicily.

Families and Children

Sicily is the perfect place to spend a carefree and fun holiday with your family and children.

Here you can travel and walk with children in total comfort and safety , discovering beautiful and unexpected natural settings . You can travel on foot, by bicycle or on the back of friendly donkeys . There are many ways to discover a land rich in hidden treasures, observing fauna and flora of rare beauty.

We recommend the best beaches to enjoy the wonderful Sicilian sea and spend your days among sandcastles, velvet seabeds and curious little fish. If you are lucky enough, you may even see a specimen of Caretta Caretta turtle !

In the Valley of the Temples , children can become budding archaeologists. They will be provided with the right equipment and guided by experts in discovering ancient remains. The Ludum is the first science museum in Sicily where you can learn what laws regulate the Universe.

You can discover the rare botanical wonders hidden around the island together with your family. You can visit corners of paradise such as the Bioparco di Sicilia . Or you can test your courage in the Adventure Parks , suspended in the air amidst the greenery.

Another unforgettable experience is driving along the writers’ road . Follow in the footsteps of Charles V on a historical route. Have fun with the children by flying colourful kites and tasting Aztec chocolate . Be inspired and choose the experience that perfectly suits you and your family.

Art and Culture

Some treasures do not need to be touched to perceive their rarity. However, in this triangular and evocative region, you will constantly come across the signs left by history, the passage of man and his creativity.

Get ready to discover how Sicily can amaze you. Sicily will surprise you when you least expect it. As you stroll along the streets, you will come across the works of contemporary street art : it is intense, immediate and universal. Looking out, over the infinity of the Sicilian hinterland, from the Andromeda Theatre, you will see a mystical and ancestral place. You will feel like floating in sidereal space. You have the chance to visit artisan’s workshops , guardians of traditions handed down from father to son.

Some customs are very ancient, such as the working of obsidian or the unique and precious Mediterranean coral . These traditions keep alive arts and knowledge of inestimable value, they are World Heritage Site. This heritage also includes the Sicilian puppets , protagonists of the Opera dei Pupi . Or the art of dry stone walls that embellish landscapes with their ancient beauty.

And what about archaeological sites ? Of Sicily’s 7 UNESCO sites , some are among the most beautiful archaeological sites of all time. Examples, Pantalica , the Valley of the Temples  and the magnificent Theatre of Taormina . They all bear witness to a glorious past in bright colours just waiting to be discovered. In Sicily, you will find countless places of culture , beautiful theatres and museums, artistic routes and endless opportunities to breathe in art en plein air. You will cherish this journey in the depths of your heart, along with your most precious memories.

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Things not to be missed

Porto Empedocle

Trapani and paceco salt pans.

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to the discovery of an immense and always surprising heritage

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Sailing in Sicily

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