Half-day Tours in Sicily

Spend time exploring the glorious Duomo of Monreale, Cathedral and Cloister and the Medieval town of Cefalù during this half-day trip from Palermo. Travel to Monreale for a 1-hour Duomo tour. Next, travel to charming Cefalù for a tour that includes the Duomo, Medieval lavatory, Mandralisca Museum and more.

Discover two of Palermo's most distinctive landmarks on this immersive, half-day tour. Set off from your accommodation - hotel pickup and drop-off are included - and venture first to the Capuchin Catacombs: a macabre destination home to thousands of mummified bodies, many of them priests. Next, you'll discover the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of Monreale, famous for its fusion of Norman and Arabic architecture. A break for Sicilian coffee and nibbles is also included.

Visit Sicily's first Greek colony of Giardini Naxos as well as Isola Bella, Castelmola, and Taormina on a half-day trip from Catania. The 5-hour experience includes a seafront drive alongside Naxos Bay in the history-steeped seaside town of Giardini Naxos, followed by a dip in the sea at Isola Bella. Check out the Mother Church of Castelmola on a walk around its historical center, then visit Taormina to hear its history and shop in its artisanal boutiques.

Visit Taormina and Castelmola on this tour from Messina. During a quick stop in the village of Castelmola, admire a view of the surrounding Sicilian landscape, including Mt Etna. Then head to Taormina to see sights like Isola Bella and the Greek Theatre. Browse local shops or bars, if you wish, and take a walk along Corso Umberto.

Mount Etna is Europe's largest active volcano, but you don't have to hike the mighty peak to admire the dramatic scenery. Zip around the rugged foothills on a 4-hour buddy tour, venture off-road in an old lava rock quarry, and hop off to explore the Cassone lava cave and the Silvestri Craters.

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 the volcanic landscape of Mount Etna, then stroll the hilltop town of Taormina on a full-day tour from Messina that explores Sicily's remarkable landscape, architecture, and culture. You'll have views into the Silvestri Craters, and time to take in Taormina's ancient Roman streets, theater, and monuments with the guide. This full-day tour includes pickup and drop-off at the Messina port or Cathedral Square, and transport in a climate-controlled coach.

The majestic peak of Mount Etna is the highest active volcano in Europe and the natural wonder is even more enchanting at sunset. On this 8-hour tour, leave Taormina in the afternoon, ride the Mt Etna cable car, then continue by Jeep to the summit in time to watch the spectacular sunset over the Sicilian countryside.

The volcanic landscapes around Mt. Etna are widely considered among the most fascinating in Italy, but they're not always easy to explore without a guide. This adventurous half-day bus and hiking tour from Taormina includes food-tastings in Zafferana Etnea and a visit to the Parco dell'Etna. Delve into a lava cave with a guide, follow winding trails to the Rifugio Sapienza at 6,200 feet (1,900 meters) above sea level, and watch the sun set over the Silvestri craters.

Combine the best of Palermo with the UNESCO-listed mosaics of Monreale with this half-day tour. Witness the exquisite golden mosaics of the Monreale Cathedral first-hand. Head into Palermo for a walking tour of the historic center. Browse the stalls at a 1,000-year-old outdoor market to sample local specialties.

Embark on a 6-hour tour from Messina that takes in Taormina and the village of Savoca, featured in scenes from the film 'The Godfather.' Visit several filming locations in Savoca, including Bar Vitelli and Trimarchi Palace. Continue to Taormina, where you'll see highlights along the Corso Umberto, plus visit the ancient Teatro Greco and Isola Bella, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take in Cathedral Square - home to the largest astronomical clock in the world - and a number of local places of worship before returning to Messina.

Enjoy a physical perspective of Sicily on a tour to Mt Etna, the tallest active volcano in Europe. You'll do a little trekking, check out an old crater and lava flow caves, and admire gorgeous views of the mountain and surrounding landscape at sunset. Plus, stop by a farm to taste local products like honey and wine. Hotel pickup in Catania is included.

Enjoy the Medieval town of Cefalù with this half-day tour from Palermo. Take in the views during the scenic 1-hour drive from Palermo to Cefalù. Explore Cefalù on foot at your leisure. See the beautiful Duomo, Porta Terra piazza, Mandralisca Museum and more.

Trek around Mount Etna on this 6-hour tour with a small group and an expert trekking guide. Set off from Taormina to spend the day learning about the volcano's history, exploring craters and lava caves. Stop at a local chalet for an included snack and wine. Hotel pickup and drop-off can be arranged on request.

Towering Mount Etna is one of the most popular sights in all of Sicily, but organizing transportation to the volcano's craters can be a challenge. This convenient bus tour from Taormina makes it possible to drive past charming villages along the way to Etna, spend a few hours at the Silvestri Craters, and shop for local products and souvenirs (own expense) without worrying about parking. Plus, you'll be back in Taormina by lunchtime.

Mount Etna is Italy's largest and most active volcano, and the most adventurous way to explore is on a trekking tour. On this half-day hike from Catania, peek inside a lava cave, explore the dramatic craters of the Valle del Bove, and enjoy spectacular views of the volcanic landscapes.