Activities in Castellana Sicula, Palermo

Walking tour of Ortigia, it vaunts a historical center full of priceless heritage of artistic masterpieces. After the walking tour you will be welcome on board of our boat to admire the beauty of the island from the seaside.

Excursion by coach with Tour Leader on board towards Syracuse, one of the most ancient Greek colony in Sicily, heritage of humanity and UNESCO site.

Take a tour with a guide and admire the beauty and wonder of Europe’s highest active volcano. You will be enchanted by the majesty of the volcano and the beauty of the almost lunar landscapes .

The Luxury guided tour starts from your hotel. A private jeep will take you to Mount Etna for an exclusive guided visit of the highest active Volcano in Europe (3.350 mt).

After a short walk from Teatro Massimo, we will enter the heart of the historic market, the U Capu, where history, tradition and street food mix with the voices and faces of the people of Palermo.

Learn how to cook like a Sicilian mother!. At 9am appointment with the chef at Porta Messina (The ancient Entrance of Taormina) for a little coffee break.

Excursion to discover the most beautiful baroque cities of Eastern Sicily, declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You will visit Ragusa Ibla, with its alleyways and beautiful churches.

Guided tour of Syracuse, place of Greek memory par excellence. The excursion starts with the visit of the Neapolis Archaeological Park, a natural area full of archaeological finds belonging to several periods of Syracusan history.

A fascinating cultural and gastronomic experience! A stroll through the historical centre of baroque Catania with stops to taste arancino, Sicilian granita, ricotta cheese, lemon soda and salt....

Learn how to cook the famous Sicilian street food "ARANCINE". Throughout Southern Italy, it’s quite common to find street vendors who sell them from carts – still warm and dripping with oil.

Departure from Taormina - Giardini Naxos and Letojanni area to discover the highest active volcano in Europe: Etna with its 3350 meters of altitude.

Early morning departure for Milazzo, embarkation and departure for Lipari. The first stop will be at Marina Lunga. Once in Lipari, there will be time to visit the archaeological area (optional), the old town and/or the beach.

Departure from the port of Giardini Naxos and boarding. Navigation towards the Isola Bella marine reserve during which you will have the opportunity to admire natural beauty and immerse yourself in the clear, crystalline water.

We will leave from the Taormina area and head, passing through Sant'Alessio, to the symbolic locations both chosen by Francis Ford Coppola for the scenes of ‘The Godfather’: Savoca and Forza D'Agrò .

The excursion starts with the guided tour of the archaeological site of Neapolis in Syracuse, where you will see the Greek Theatre, Ninfeo’s caves, Roman Amphitheatre, Dionysius Ear and the altar of Hieron II.

Choose a Messina walking tour as a shore excursion Messina during your cruiseship and discover the cultural heritage and the history of Messina Sicily city center: from the medieval churches to the modern style monuments, built after 1908 earthquake and the bombings of the Second World War, the city has many tourist attractions to offer.

Dive into Italy like a local foodie. Explore your Cesarina host's most trusted artisanal food shops, tasting as you go. Visit a selection of small local shops, learn about the typical products of the city while tasting them.

Daily snorkelling excursion by boat with professional and authorized instructors. Discover the magic sea spot of Giardini Naxos simply by swimming on the surface equipped with a mask, fins and snorkel!

Visit two absolute must-sees in the Sicilian capital with this guided tour of the Palazzo dei Normanni and its Cappella Palatina, including entrance tickets. With more than 800 years of history, it’s perfect for culture vultures!.

Daily maritime excursion to admire the beauty of the Cefalù Coast, making you discover beaches, coves and caves accessible exclusively by sea. A trip is suitable for the whole family that will give you a unique experience.