Experience Sicily Tour
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Experience Sicily Tour

3.8/5
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£78.00
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Language: German, English
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Duration: more than 8 hours
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Why you’ll love this…
  • See northeast Sicily
  • Free time in Taormina
  • Enjoy stunning Sicilian vistas
What to expect

On this tour you'll cross the Strait of Messina by ferry and explore the island that's virtually a country in itself – Sicily. And while the drive is long, some trips are worth it. This trip gives you the perfect introduction to Taormina, with around four hours of free time to explore.

It all begins with a journey through some spectacular scenery. Travelling along untouched areas of the Calabrian countryside, you'll take in wow-factor panoramas between mountain and sea before crossing the strait to Sicily. Hit dry land and we'll head to Taormina where there's free time to explore the historic monuments and hilltop vistas.

A must-see is the ancient Greek theatre – perched atop cliffs over the Med, you can see Mount Etna lurking on the horizon. You'll also have a chance to shop on the quaint high-street and do some exploring on your own.

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What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Ferry ticket
  • check Guide
What to remember
  • Just so you know, this tour may last up to 12 hours due to the travel distance. Please expect a long day.
  • Admissions not included
  • Food and drinks not included
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Subject to weather conditions
  • Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
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Provider
TUI ITALIA S.R.L.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

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3.8 /5

Based on 12 reviews from verified customers

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  • A

    Arthur - Bury

    Verified booking

    4.2
    4 July 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    It was a long day but worth it for a taste of life in Sicily. About a 3 hour drive to the ferry with a short break on the way. The coach drove us straight on to the ferry and before I realised we were on the way. The ferry only took about 15 mins so we head no sooner left the coach to sit on the ferry than it was time to get back on the coach again. Another fairly long coach journey then we had 3 hours to ourselves in Taormina which is lovely..

  • A

    A Mc

    Verified booking

    3.4
    28 June 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    The trip was far too long on the coach picking up/ dropping off customers- approximately 5 hours so the time in Taormina was quite short. It would have been nice to have an hour or 2 in Messina or at the coastal part of Tarmi a. Using smaller feeder coaches would cut the overall travel time as the roads in Calabria are slow so doing as is done in Krakow would help by having smaller vehicles bring people to a central point. Taormina lovely. 8.5 hours travel wrong balance

  • I

    Italy lover

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    3.8
    19 July 2023

    Travelled as a couple

    It was good to see a different place. We had been considering Sicily for a future holiday so it was good to see what it had to offer, even though we only saw a small part of it. It was a very long day but our guide and driver were excellent. We were the only English people on the trip, all others were German but our guide spoke English and German very well and kept us informed all the time.

  • L

    Leeds

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    3.4
    30 September 2022

    It should be made clearer the length of time travelling on the coach. From Cala di Volpa. Pick up was 7.30am and we didn’t get back to the hotel until 7.45pm. Also both guides left the bus before our hotel. We were dropped off on Stromboli at the side of the road in the dark and had no idea whether the hotel knew to send the shuttle bus for us. I used the torch on my phone and walked back in the dark with another couple. Some stayed and waited. Guide should be there until all clients safely back

  • L

    Lisa W

    Verified booking

    3.8
    10 September 2022

    Travelled as a couple

    Sicily was fabulous. The place we visited was stunning and I’d definitely go again. There were 2 guides on the coach and unfortunately the German one liked to have the microphone so the English guide didn’t get to tell us much. It all seemed aimed for the Germans. It was also a lot of travelling which is fine if you know that you actually only get about 3.5 hours in Taormina. I thought we also got time in Messina but this was just a look around the church.

  • M

    Mark

    Verified booking

    3.8
    28 August 2022

    Travelled with family

    Lovely trip from Calabria to Sicily by coach and ferry across Messina Strait. Ferry was good fun and great opportunity to have a drink and a snack. The coach trip was a lot longer than expected so a little frustrating. We would have enjoyed it if there was less traffic and some entertainment on the bus. Taormina was excellent; busy but friendly. The Amphitheatre is mandatory and good value at €10 for adults. Free for children. The excellent Narcisse perfumery is thoroughly recommended.

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