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Monreale And Cefalù Half Day Excursion
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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.
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$66.48
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$66.48

Palermo Walking Tour and Street Food
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Indulge all your senses on a walking tour of Palermo's rich street food traditions. Join a knowledgeable guide for a walk through the historic part of the city and its vibrant outdoor markets. Sample some of Palermo's unique street foods, such as 'panelle' and 'meusa.' Watch the lively scenes all around you, observing what seems like another time.
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$43.04
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$43.04
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Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily
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Explore Palermo’s key sights on foot on this walking tour of the Sicilian capital. Meet your guide in a convenient location in central Palermo, and set off. Visit popular landmarks ranging from the Palermo Cathedral and Palazzo Pretorio to the Massimo Theater. Learn about the city’s long entanglement with the mafia, and meet the shopkeepers and other individuals who have pioneered a local anti-mafia movement.
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$31.77
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$31.77

Streaty - Palermo Street Food Walking Tour
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Snack your way through the streets of Palermo on this Sicilian food tour. Explore backstreet markets and food stalls specializing in local delicacies like stuffed rice balls and chickpea fritters as your guide fills you in on local history, culture. Plus, this small-group tour has a limited number of participants for a more personalized experience.
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$55.34
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$55.34

Palermo Catacombs and Monreale Half-day Tour
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Discover two of Palermo’s most distinctive landmarks on this immersive, private 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, 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.
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$143.48
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$143.48
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Agrigento and Valley of the Temples Day Trip from Palermo
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Spend a day exploring the ancient sights of the Valley of the Temples with this day trip from Palermo. Travel to Agrigento for a quick coffee break (own expense) before visiting the fascinating site for a 1-hour tour. See the temples of Hera, Concordia and Apollo. Take a midday break for lunch (own expense) before stopping at the archaeology museum for a 1-hour self-guided visit.
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$66.48
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$66.48

Etna And Taormina Full Day Excursion from Palermo
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Spend an unforgettable day exploring Mt Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe, on this day trip from Palermo. See the looming mountain up close and learn about its unique landscapes, studied since the Greek period.
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$116.34
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$116.34

Segesta Erice and Salt Pans Full Day Excursion
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Visit some of the most beautiful parts of Western Sicily with this day trip from Palermo to Erice, Segesta, Nubia and the Trapani Salt Pans. Visit an archaeological excavation at Segesta. Take in the excellent views from the hilltop town of Erice. See how sea salt is still collected off the Sicilian coast at the Salt Pans of Trapani.
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$66.48
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$66.48

Private Monreale, Cefalù & Castelbuono Tour, from Palermo area
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On this full-day tour from Palermo, you’ll be driven to three of Sicily’s most stunning and history-packed destinations. Enjoy free time to explore the castle town of Castelbuono, the hillside town of Monreale, and the originally Greek seaside hub of Cefalu. Discover the region’s Arab-Norman roots with optional visits to the opulent Cappella Palatina and 14th-century Castelbuono.
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$241.13
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$241.13
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Half Day Excursion in Palermo and Monreale from Palermo and Cruise Ship
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Spend half a day exploring Monreale and Palermo. Begin with an hour-long tour of the Monreale Cathedral, beloved for its mosaics dating back to the 12th century. Head to Palermo’s historic center to see the Palazzo de Normanni and its lovely gardens, the historic Corso Vittorio Emanuele, the elaborate fountain in the Piazza Pretoria, and more. Return to your hotel or port after a morning of incredible architecture and history.
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$169.10
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$169.10
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Discover Palermo
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Palermo is a fascinating city with almost 3,000 years of history. Explore its glorious past and delve into its vibrant present with this walking tour that takes in the city’s sumptuous churches and squares, as well as the bustling landmark markets where locals still shop today. Admire A-list sights like the Teatro Massimo, cathedral, and Piazza Pretorio and stroll down lively Via Vittorio Emanuele and through Mercato del Capo.
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$38.94
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$38.94

Night Street Food Tour of Palermo
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Explore Palermo’s lively dining scene after dark when the temps drop and the crowd thins with this evening street food tour led by a passionate foodie guide. Stroll through the city’s old town to take in the sights and discover the most beloved eateries and street vendors. Stop to feast on authentic Palermitano specialties and learn about their history and significance in the local culinary culture.
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$55.34
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$55.34

Markets and Monuments: Walking Tour in the Center of Palermo
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Explore the historic center of Palermo on a 3-hour walking tour led by a knowledgeable guide. Learn about the city’s history as you see landmarks including Teatro Massimo, the Palermo Cathedral and the Royal Palace of Palermo (Palazzo dei Normanni)— part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stop by the Chiesa del Gesù (Casa Professa), an elaborate 16th-century church, and view the Palazzo Pretorio (Palace of the Eagles). Stroll around the Piazza Pretoria and Piazza Bellini, and browse tempting treats in renowned food markets that offer Sicilian cuisine.
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$37.92
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$37.92
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Last minute Palermo Walking Tour and Street Food
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Sicily has lain at a crossroads of civilizations for thousands of years—and its food is a delicious reflection of the island’s diverse cultural mix. On this morning tour of Palermo’s street food markets, get off the typical tourist trail and follow in locals’ footsteps. You’ll visit three of the city’s key markets—Capo, Ballarò, and La Vucciria—will enjoy numerous samples, and learn more about Sicily’s history from your guide.
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$46.12
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$46.12
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Palermo and Monreale Tour
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Spend a day exploring the best of Palermo and the glories of Monreale with this combination day trip. See the top attractions in the old town of the Sicilian capital of Palermo, including the Teatro Massimo, Cathedral, and Politeama Theater. Next, travel up to the hilltop town of Monreale to tour the famous Duomo. Marvel at the golden mosaics covering the Duomo's interior.
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$55.40
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$55.40

Private Gelato, Pastry and Espresso Walking tour
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Indulge your sweet tooth and discover the magnificent monuments of Palermo on this private 3-hour walking tour. Admire sights including the Teatro Massimo and the Baroque Church of Saint Dominic, browse the stalls at La Vucciria food market, and stop at a variety of cafés, patisseries, and gelato stores. Learn all about Sicily’s most famous sweet treats and sample ricotta-stuffed Sfincetta, Setteveli cake, gelato, and more, paired with coffee and dessert wine.
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$105.12
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$105.12
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Walking tour of Palermo
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Palermo is brimming with magnificent architecture and lively street markets, but the city can be overwhelming to a first-time visitor. With this tour, marvel at the top sights without the hassle of following a map and guidebook. Join your guide for a stroll through the city center, stopping at churches and palaces, historic squares, and vibrant markets to experience the best of the city in just hours.
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$81.09
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$81.09

Dinner And Night Tour In Palermo
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The originality lies in having only one Guide for the whole evening, from the walk to the dinner and after dinner. You can admire the city at night and discover the most beautiful places.
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$716.38
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$716.38

Monreale and Mondello from Palermo, Private Tour
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Go beyond Palermo to see Monreale and Mondello on a half-day tour with a private guide. Traveling in the comfort of a private car just for your personal group, you’ll head to the mosaic-famed Monreale Cathedral and the coastal town of Mondello. Hear tips for must-see sights, and learn about Sicily's history from your dedicated private guide.
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$174.23
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$174.23
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Archaeological Park of Selinunte and Cave di Cusa from Palermo, Private Tour
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Spend a day exploring the magnificent Selinunte Archaeological Park and Cave di Cusa.
Selinunte, an ancient Greek city located on the south-western coast of Sicily, of great importance is its archaeological park.
The millenary origins, the legends, the myths, the perfume, the colors of its sea, the white beaches, make what was once one of the most important Greek colonies, a unique place in the world.
Inside it is possible to enjoy the view of seven areas distributed along a path dotted with wonderful temples built in the most rigorous Doric order.
Experience the magic of the ancient Selinunte construction site thanks to a visit to the Cusa quarries, a rocky place quarried by the Selinunte people for the construction of temples.
• Visit the largest archaeological area in Europe on this 6-hour private tour
• Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of yesteryear as you explore the ancient quarries of Cusa
• Pick-up and drop off by luxury car and private driver
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$245.97
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$245.97
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Palermo Boat Tour
How to make your holiday in Palermo unique? Private boat tour lasting about 4 hours and 30. We will sail from the port of Addaura or if you prefer from the port of Mondello equipped with underwater camera to capture your best moments in which we will visit the spectacular Gulf of Mondello away from the chaos of the beach where we will make the first swim stop, then we will go into the spectacular Capo Gallo Nature Reserve by making two stops where it will be possible to do excellent snorkeling swimming among the fish to continue up to the islet of females an enchanting island in front of the Palermo coast.Finally on the way back you will pass in front of the fishermen's village of barcarello to make a final swim in the coasts of the addaura. All will be accompanied by a fruit aperitif to make your experience as comfortable as possible.
The boat is equipped with stereo, shower, awning and all necessary comforts
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$71.74
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$71.74

Half day private tour from Palermo Monreale and Cefalù
Enjoy with us and in full relaxation one of the most requested tours of Western Sicily.
It starts with Monreale. Going up Monte Caputo, you arrive at the town that offers from its terraces unique panoramas over the Conca D'Oro, where the city of Palermo stands. You immediately come across the Duomo, one of the most beautiful testimonies of the Norman Arab style in Sicily. Inside you will be struck by the luminous majesty of the Byzantine-style Christ Pantocrator and the treasures kept on the upper floor. Not far from the Cathedral it is easy to reach the Cloister, it is the most complete Romanesque sculpture monument in Sicily.
The next stop is Cefalù. Moving about 100 km, we reach the town on the sea. The narrow streets of the historic center, which offer at every angle glimpses of the sea, old houses, balconies full of Sicilian flowers and scents, will lead you to the main square where the Cathedral stands, another wonderful monument of Arab Norman style in Sicily.
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$277.00
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$277.00
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Capuchin Catacombs and Monreale Cathedral - Private Tour
Visit with us one of the most suggestive places in the world! At the Capuchin monastery in Palermo you can discover the Catacombs. Between the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, in exchange for rich donations, illustrious Sicilian characters entrusted the bodies of their deceased to the Friars, who were mummified with natural techniques. In addition to being an impressive place, the Catacombs are today a very important historical testimony of a Palermo full of charm and mystery.
The second stage of the tour includes the city of Monreale, located on the slopes of Monte Caputo. Founded by the Arabs, it is one of the most important testimonies of the synergistic fusion of two cultures: Arab-Norman. Imposing and dominant, the famous Duomo, a World Heritage Site, rises above the town. You will be impressed by the refinement of the Byzantine elements and the immensity of the Christ Pantocrator.
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$166.20
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$166.20
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Tour Selinunte
The archaeological park of Selinunte is a mandatory destination for those coming to Sicily. All the tourists go to visit it and in a few hours I take you to a site of international interest.
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$511.41
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