Top Sicily Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Explore Mount Etna, the world's most active stratovolcano, on this small-group hiking tour from Catania. Travel in a 4x4 vehicle or minivan to reach a departure point for a moderate hike through Mount Etna's moon-like landscape in the Valley del Bove depression, including a lava tube exploration, and the Silvestri craters. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Catania included.

Located on the island of Sicily, Mt Etna is the tallest active volcano in Europe. Explore its different aspects on this active tour from Catania that includes hiking up the volcano along a trail to the inner crater. See lava flows, learn about the geological history of the volcano, admire panoramic views and hike into a lava cave.

See southern Italy in style with this eye-pleasing trip around Mount Etna via a vintage mid-20th-century train on the Circumetnea Railway. The train journey includes visits to the canyons of Alcantara Gorges (admission at own expense), an amazing natural setting made up of black lava rock walls up to 160 feet (50 meters). And then explore the base of Mount Etna, Sicily's legendary volcano that is 11,000 feet (3,300 meters) tall. Optional upgrade to ascent by cable car up to 2,500 meters and continuing on board jeeps up to the authorized crater zones at approximately 3,000 meters with the assistance of licensed guides of the CAI (Italian Alpine Club); stop to admire the eventual activity of the upper craters in a safety zones according to weather conditions.  From November 1 to March 31, this tour does not include the train ride nor the optional upgrade.

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.

The experience allows you to reach an altitude of 3000m and to admire the summit craters up close. You will reach Torre del filosofo with the cable car and off-road vehicles and then walk along the edge of one of the great craters of the 2002 eruption. Possibility to organize further Guided trekking tour up to 3300m, with the help of a volcanological guide. Contact us for booking info and prices.

Get out on the ocean around Catania and Etna during this half-day sailing cruise. Traveling by boat allows you to access parts of the region that can't be reached by land, and you'll get photo-worthy coastal views of the Coast of the Cyclops and the Ulisses Grotto. Your captain and crew will provide insightful narrative and allow you to help sail the boat. Relax, enjoy the views, and dig in to lunch accompanied by an apertif or wine.

Explore Messina’s top attractions on a 3-hour Segway tour. Led by a local guide, glide along the city's boulevards, passing the Messina Duomo, the Church of Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani and more. As you travel through each vibrant city square, learn how the area changed in the aftermath of the 1908 earthquake. After three hours of history, culture and sightseeing, your tour will conclude at its original departure point.

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

Mount Etna is one of the most striking natural features in Sicily, and with this tour you can experience both its beauty and geology. Set off from Catania, stopping at an organic farm on the mountain slopes to sample honey, wine, olive oil, and other specialties. Afterwards, continue up to the Valle del Bove; explore the volcanic craters and a lava cave before ending at a scenic overlook to enjoy the sunset.

Make the most of your time in Sicily on this immersive, small-group shore excursion. Over the course of just half a day, you’ll venture to Taormina (and will discover top landmarks like its Greek amphitheater), will visit the hilltop village of Castelmola (renowned for its impeccable scenery), and will finish with a walking tour of Messina’s historical city center. Port pickup and drop-off, and round-trip minivan transit, make logistics seamless and stress-free.

Take to the waves off coastal Sicily by yacht on this sailing experience in Catania. With refreshments and a delicious lunch on-board included, cruise through the clear waters and admire uninterrupted views over Catania’s volcanic shoreline. Swim in the sea or sunbathe on-deck, master the basics of sailing from your crew, and enjoy a day on the waves in beautiful Sicily. You’ll also have time for a goodbye drink on-land afterward.

Spend your afternoon sailing—and swimming—along the Coast of the Cyclops. The 10-passenger yacht offers a small-group experience, allowing for anyone to learn the basics of sailing. Help to steer the boat if you’d like, and dive in at Ulysses’ Grotto. Toast your Catania sailing trip with a glass of provided Prosecco and a Sicilian aperitif. Bonus: booking this tour supports a non-profit mission to promote sustainable life at sea.

Glide past Taormina’s top sites on this 3-hour Segway tour. Led by an expert guide, explore the Borgo Medievale, Taormina’s oldest district. See the bustling Piazza del Duomo, city hall and the San Domenico Palace Hotel, once an ancient monastery. Check out views of Mt Etna from Villa Comunale before heading to the ancient Greek amphitheater of Teatro Greco. Learn about the gladiatorial games held in the impressive spot before concluding your tour at your original departure point.

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 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.

See the highlights of Palermo with a hop-on hop-off bus tour, exploring at your own pace. Get a view of the city’s top attractions from the top of a double-decker bus, including sights like the Quattro Canti, Vucciria Market and the Teatro Massimo – one of Italy's most famous opera houses. Enjoy audio commentary during the tour.

An afternoon to go up the volcano and visit unique places, taste local specialties exploring sites and natural beauty; having reached an altitude of 2000 meters, you can admire the last lights of the day and the unique colors of these landscapes.

Half day between walks on ancient extinct craters, lava flows and breathtaking views. We put the history, science and traditions of the place and local taste!

Taking a day trip to Taormina and Savoca is a cinch on this guided tour from Messina. Skip the hassle of public transit and head out from the city in a private vehicle, stopping to visit attractions such as filming locations from 'The Godfather' and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Isola Bella.

Boarding From Milazzo and navigation to the island of Panarea. 2:30 h of free time to visit the small fishing village of Panarea, or the ancient historic village of Capo Milazzese and the magnificent bay of Cala Junco about 20 minutes' walk from the port. We will embark again to reach the island of Stromboli. While sailing, we will skirt a micro-archipelago within the Aeolian archipelago, formed by the collapse of an ancient volcano into the sea. we will reach the port of Stromboli in about 40 minutes, the island is known for one of the most active volcanoes in the world. During the stop of about 2h30m you can visit the village until you reach Piazza San Vincenzo, a panoramic area on Strombolicchio, a volcanic neck. or relax on the black beach near the port. Unforgettable scenarios will be shown during navigation, up to the sciara del fuoco, TO ADMIRE THE SPECTACULAR NIGHT ERUPTIONS that illuminate the nights and the hearts of visitors.

The Etna 2000 Morning jeep tour is designed to give everyone the chance to discover the most important places of Etna and to have a complete picture of its history, evolution and activity. We will begin the excursion from the lava flows that in past centuries destroyed the Etna villages and we will arrive at about 2000m above sea level at the ski and tourist resort of Mount Etna. Along the way, equipped with helmets and torches, we will visit a wonderful volcanic cave (lava tube), the famous Valle del Bove from a lookout and always accompanied by our passionate guides we will make a pleasant trek around the side craters, like the Silvestri Craters . In fact, there are over 300 extinct lateral craters on Mount Etna. The excursion is carried out on board our 4X4 jeeps with which we reach the various points of interest and throughout the journey our guides will provide you with all the information on Etna and in the end you will love it as we do

See why Taormina earned the nickname ‘the Pearl of the Ionian’ while exploring its picturesque coastline from the water. On this half-day boat tour, get the best perspective of dramatic sea caves, the Grotta Azurra and Capo Taormino as your captain navigates along the rocky shore and through spectacular bays. Splash into the crystal-clear waters for a swim, and enjoy a fresh seafood lunch with views of the Isola Bella island nature reserve.

Take a 1-hour boat tour around the Syracusan island of Ortigia to explore its sea caves. Visit a number of the island’s calcareous caves including the “Cave of Love” which is in the shape of a heart. Admire the unique rock formations in and around the caves as well as the beautiful scenery of Sicily while enjoying an aperitivo of local wines and cheeses.

Explore Messina’s top attractions while in port in Sicily on this Segway tour. See the Messina Duomo, the Arab-Norman architecture of the Church of Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani and the Neo-Classical palaces that line the bustling squares. Learn about the earthquake that rocked the city in 1908 from your guide, as well as the story behind the area's reconstruction.