Where Myth Meets Majesty

Sicily blends Greek temples, volcanic landscapes, vibrant cities, and culinary richness with the serenity of nearby Aeolian Islands.

Plan Your DreamSicilian Journey

Why Visit?

Sicily blends ancient history, vibrant culture, and dramatic landscapes, from Greek temples to Etna’s volcanic slopes and seaside towns brimming with character and cuisine.

Best Time to Visit

Spring and autumn offer warm weather and fewer tourists; summer is lively but hot; coastal areas slow in winter while cities like Palermo remain active.

Getting There & Around

Fly into Palermo or Catania; trains are limited—private drivers are ideal for flexible travel between archaeological sites, hill towns, and the scenic coastline.

Accessibility

Towns like Taormina and Ragusa are scenic but hilly, with narrow sidewalks. Tip: Base in Palermo or Ortigia for flatter walking areas and use private transport for exploring archaeological sites or hill towns. We work closely with our local team to assist with accessibility needs – contact us to discuss how we can support your journey.

Booking Considerations

Book well ahead for top hotels in Taormina and Ortigia, especially from May to October. Reserve access to key sites (like Valley of the Temples) and fine dining, and plan private tours 2–3 months in advance.

Discover our Sicily Journeys

Roam Palermo’s vibrant markets, sip wine on Mount Etna’s slopes, and sail the Aeolian Islands’ sapphire seas. Sicily is raw, refined, and utterly alluring. Lose yourself in the ancient streets of Syracuse, and soak in Lipari’s island tranquillity. Sicily’s magic lingers long after you leave.

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Sicily Bella

10 days
(Small Group Journey)
Apr to Oct 2026 (departure)
$9,990 AUDFrom Price PP
12 People Max Per Tour

Beautiful Sicily – historic, bountiful and diverse. Discover the Mediterranean’s largest island with its stunning coastline, rugged mountains, ancient ruins,...

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Aeolian Island Secrets (Sicily)

6 days
(Private Itinerary)
Depart on any date you choose
$3,650 AUDFrom Price PP
Fully Customisable

Just to the north of Sicily in the Tyrrhenian Sea lies a volcanic archipelago. Explore the astonishingly beautiful and extremely varied landscape...

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Malta Legends

7 days
(Private Itinerary)
Depart on any date you choose
$5,390 AUDFrom Price PP
Fully Customisable

Our 7-day Malta trip offers visits to prehistoric temples, the historic city of Valletta, charming Mdina and stunning coastal views,...

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Authentic Calabria (Tropea Region), Italy

7 days
(Private Itinerary)
Depart on any date you choose
$4,650 AUDFrom Price PP
Fully Customisable

Calabria boasts a captivating blend of rugged coastlines, charming mountain villages, and rich culinary traditions.

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Sicily’s Unmissable Experiences

Climb smoking Mount Etna, explore Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples, and feast on street food in Palermo. Sicily is a vibrant island of myth, culture, and diverse landscapes.

Cefalú Cathedral (Duomo di Cefalù)

Built in the 12th century under the orders of King Roger II, the cathedral features a blend of Norman, Arab, and Byzanti...

Valley of the Temples

Founded as a Greek colony in the 6th century BC, Agrigento became one of the leading cities in the Mediterranean region ...

Villa Romana del Casale

Remains of 4th-century AD residential, rich with Roman mosaics and wall paintings

Rocca di Cefalù

Rocca di Cefalù is a towering limestone cliff that rises steeply above the town of Cefalù, offering breathtaking panoram...

Teatro Antico di Taormina

Remains of ancient Greco-Roman theatre with spectacular views of Mount Etna

Cathedral Church of Monreale (Monreale Cathedral)

Landmark Norman cathedral known for its ornate cloisters and bright gold mosaics of biblical stories

Cefalú Cathedral (Duomo di Cefalù)
Cefalù, Sicily
Valley of the Temples
Agrigento, Sicily
Villa Romana del Casale
Piazza Armerina, Sicily
Rocca di Cefalù
Cefalù, Sicily
Teatro Antico di Taormina
Taormina, Sicily
Cathedral Church of Monreale (Monreale Cathedral)
Monreale, Sicily

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Our Preferred Sicily Hotels

Our selection of preferred hotels blend local charm with refined luxury, offering upgraded rooms, stunning views, and thoughtful touches. Each stay is curated for comfort and exclusivity, ensuring your accommodation is as unforgettable as the destinations you explore.

Grand Hotel San Pietro

Taormina, Sicily, Italy

Perched between sky and sea, the Grand Hotel San Pietro is a refined boutique hotel offering panoramic views of the Ioni...

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Palazzo Artemide

Syracuse, Sicily, Italy

Palazzo Artemide, located in the heart of vibrant Catania and the historic centre of Ortigia, is a beautifully restored ...

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Grand Hotel Des Etrangers

Syracuse, Sicily, Italy

Grand Hotel Des Étrangers is a distinguished 5-star hotel situated in the heart of Ortigia, the historic centre of Syrac...

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NH Collection Taormina

Taormina, Sicily, Italy

NH Collection Taormina effortlessly combines historical charm with contemporary comfort, providing an unforgettable stay...

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Verdura Resort, A Rocco Forte Hotel

Sciacca, Sicily, Italy

Verdura Resort, set within 230 hectares of breathtaking landscape and boasting 1.8 kilometres of private coastline, rede...

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Grand Hotel Et Des Palmes

Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Grand Hotel et Des Palmes is a historic and luxurious hotel that invites you into a world of elegance, charm, and tranqu...

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    A family trip to Italy has been at the top of our wishlist. Ormina Tours made our wish come true! We recently spent 12 days traveling from Venice, to Florence, through Tuscany, to Sorrento, finishing in Rome. The private tours in each city were lead by experienced guides. The experiences booked for us were the perfect amount of time allotted with 2 teenagers in tow and gave us plenty of time to explore on our own as well. The hotel accommodations in each city were above expectations as well as the private transfers to each destination. There was never a moment of stress or frustration on this trip. Every guide, driver, ticket and booking came through without any issue. Our first trip to Europe as a family was a huge success because of the care and consideration of Ormina Tours. We can’t wait to book our next adventure with Ormina!

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    Our Italian food experience with Ormina Tours was top value.
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    In April and May 2024 we did Ormina's 'Enchanting Puglia' and 'Sicily Bella' tours. Both were amazing small group tours with 8 people on each tour. We had fantastic local guides, great drivers and comfortable Mercedes vans. Accommodation was first class and the itineraries fascinating. We highly recommend both tours for anyone wanting to be fully immersed in the culture, history, architecture and food of Southern Italy.

    Greg VPuglia, Italy

    Ormina tours were exceptional for our group tour to puglia drivers were punctual guides spoke perfect english with exceptional knowledge and hotels were amazing highly recommend ormina tours.

    Colin G.Naples, Italy

    I won a half day tour from Naples to a winery for a tour and lunch, including being picked up and dropped off. The tour was seamless, from the wonderful driver who whisked us up to winery. We were given a private tour in English and the Michelin star meal was sublime.

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    My wife and I had a wonderful experience travelling through Puglia in a small guided tour group in September 2022. The tour guides were excellent as was the accommodation. We will certainly travel with Ormina again.

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