Depart from Palermo for a full-day journey combining two of Sicily’s most iconic destinations, Cefalù and Monreale, both renowned for their UNESCO World Heritage significance. Begin in Cefalù with a coastal boat excursion, including three swimming stops, opportunities to snorkel in crystal-clear waters, and a refreshing Sicilian aperitivo served on board. Afterwards, enjoy free time to have lunch, wander through Cefalù’s charming medieval streets, browse local artisan shops, or simply relax by the sea.
In the afternoon, continue to Monreale, home to its magnificent 12th-century cathedral and spectacular Arab-Norman architecture. Explore the cathedral at your own pace with an audioguide and admire its stunning golden Byzantine mosaics, then visit the beautiful cloister.
A perfect day combining Sicily’s coastal beauty, history, culture, and cuisine.
Meeting point will be at a central location. Details will be provided in final documents.
- Transportation
- English speaking driver/tour leader
- 3-hour boat excursion with snorkeling and aperitivo on board
- Free time to explore Cefalù
- Monreale Cathedral entrance ticket with audioguide
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Lunch
- Please inform us in advance of any special dietary requirements.
- This tour involves a fair amount of walking, comfortable shoes are recommended.
- We recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen and a bottle of water in warm weather.
- If the boat trip is canceled due to adverse weather or sea conditions, a partial refund will be provided.
- Group of 8 people or less.
Visit the magnificent Norman Cathedral in Monreale with its impressive Byzantine mosaics from the 12th century and the enchanted cloister of the former Benedictine Monastery. Then return to Palermo and enjoy a private, guided tour of the major sights in Palermo (like the Palatine Chapel in the Royal Palace, the Norman Cathedral and the picturesque Ballaro' market).
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Transfer by taxi to Monreale and visit the magnificent Norman Cathedral with its impressive Byzantine mosaics from the 12th century and the enchanted cloister of the former Benedictine Monastery. Then return to Palermo and enjoy a private, guided tour of the major sights in Palermo (the Norman Cathedral, PIazza Pretoria, Via Maqueda and the picturesque Ballaro' or Capo fresh food market). The tour ends in Piazza Verdi (Massimo Opera Theater square) or in Piazza Ruggero Settimo (Politeama Theater square). Independent transfer back to your hotel.
This tour is available at 8:30am, 9am, 2pm or 2:30pm. Please request your preferred time slot at the time of booking.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Discover two gems in Northern Sicily with a tour to Castelbuono and Cefalu' and savor some local dishes at a winery.
Your private driver will greet you at your hotel in Palermo and take you to Castlbuono, a small medieval village in the Park of Madonie with a delightful, still well preserved old town. This village develops around the castle of Ventimiglia and will captivate you from the very first moment. Walk through its narrow street and stop at one of the typical cafes to taste a pastry made with the Sicilian “manna”, a natural sugar that comes from a special ash tree.
Enjoy lunch at a local winery before heading to Cefalu'. This charming resort is dominated by a monumental rock known as “promontory of Hercules” on which the Temple of Diana stands. The historic center lies in the shadow of this bastion and clings around the Duomo, a gigantic cathedral built by Roger II, the Norman.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
