Sicily’s Hidden Gems Tour

Welcome to Palermo, the captivating capital of Sicily! Upon your arrival, your private driver will be waiting at the airport to transfer you to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is yours to relax and unwind after your journey.

Following breakfast, meet your private guide and set off on a detailed tour of Palermo’s most fascinating sights.

Palermo, with its rich history, has served as a cultural crossroads for thousands of years. Together with your guide, visit the Norman Palace and the Palatine Chapel, key historical landmarks.

Continue your tour along Villa Bonanno to the Cathedral located on Corso Vittorio Emanuele, where you can admire the grand exterior. Proceed along Vittorio Emanuele to the Four Corners, a bustling and important intersection of the city. Then, head to Piazza Pretoria to see the remarkable Tuscan fountain. Just behind it, you’ll find the beautiful Arabo-Norman churches, La Martorana and San Cataldo.

After the tour, return to your hotel. You are free to enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure or consider joining one of our curated optional tours.

Today is a day for you to explore Palermo at your own pace. Whether you choose to visit local attractions independently or join one of our optional tours, the choice is yours.

After breakfast at your hotel, check out and meet your private driver to continue your journey.

Arrive in Cefalu, a picturesque coastal village known for its colorful fishing boats and narrow streets. Join a guided tour of this charming town, where you’ll also visit the majestic Norman Cathedral, built by King Roger II in the 12th century as a token of gratitude after surviving a storm at sea.

After exploring Cefalu, head into the Madonie mountains to reach your next destination, Relais Sant’Anastasia, a hotel set within a 12th-century medieval Benedictine abbey. Here, enjoy an organic wine tasting and spend the night in this tranquil setting.

Wine tasting included

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and depart Castelbuono.

Arriving at your hotel in Agrigento, check in and spend the remainder of the day at leisure. In the evening, participate in a hands-on cooking class, followed by a delicious Sicilian dinner.

After breakfast, set off to explore two of Agrigento’s most renowned sites in a 4-hour tour.

Your day begins with a 2-hour guided visit to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Valley of the Temples, where you’ll see the Temple of Concord, one of the best-preserved ancient Greek temples in the world and a symbol of Sicily.

Next, take a scenic drive to the coast with your private driver to visit the stunning Scala dei Turchi Cliffs. These gleaming white limestone steps, naturally shaped by erosion, rise 50 meters above the sea. Known as the “Stairs of the Turks,” these cliffs offer a remarkable natural beauty, resembling a staircase despite being entirely formed by nature.

After the tour, return to your hotel and enjoy the evening at your leisure.

After breakfast, check out and meet your private driver to continue your journey.

Upon arrival in Syracuse, meet your guide and begin your city tour. First, explore the Neapolis Park, home to some of the world’s most significant ancient sites, including the Greek Theater, the Ear of Dionysius, and the Roman Amphitheater.

Next, visit Ortygia Island, a charming area where you’ll tour the Duomo, a magnificent cathedral that incorporates parts of an ancient Greek Doric temple. This site is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its historical significance.

After the tour, return to your hotel, and the rest of the evening is free for you to relax and explore at your leisure.

After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure. You can continue exploring Syracuse or choose to join one of our optional tours.

Following breakfast, check out and depart from Syracuse.

Arrive at your hotel in Taormina, where you will have the rest of the day free to relax and explore.

In the morning, meet your private guide for a tour of Taormina’s highlights. Stroll along Corso Umberto I, the town’s main street, and visit the Greco-Roman Theater, which offers stunning views of Mount Etna.

After the tour, return to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Taormina at your leisure, spend time at the beach, or enjoy a meal at a restaurant with views over the bay.

After breakfast, check out and meet your private driver for your transfer.

*Note: The departure transfer to Catania Airport is included. If you require a transfer to Palermo Airport, this can be arranged for an additional fee.