A slower Mediterranean rhythm
Enjoy scenic seaside towns, peaceful piazzas, leisurely lunches and time to appreciate everyday Sicilian life.
Extraordinary history and culture
Discover ancient Greek temples, magnificent churches, UNESCO heritage sites and centuries of fascinating traditions.
Food, wine and local encounters
Experience authentic Sicilian cuisine, family traditions, olive oil tastings, wineries and memorable meals.
Wonderful places to stay and unwind
Choose charming boutique hotels, comfortable accommodations and welcoming bases where you can settle in and relax.
Private Multi-Day Sicily Tours
Your journey. Your travel companions. Your preferred pace.
The ideal choice for travelers seeking privacy, greater flexibility and a more personal way to explore the island.
Enjoy a dedicated vehicle and driver-escort, thoughtfully planned routes and the possibility of adapting your itinerary to your interests and comfort preferences.
Especially suitable for couples, families, friends and travelers who prefer not to join a group.
Best for: Privacy, flexibility and independence.
Small Size Group Tours — Up to 7 Guests
A more intimate way to share the journey.
If you enjoy meeting like-minded travelers but prefer to avoid large tour buses and crowded groups, our small-size multi-day tours offer an attractive alternative.
With a maximum of seven participants, you can enjoy a more personal atmosphere, organized itineraries and the companionship of a small group.
These tours follow established routes and departure dates, so the daily schedule and walking requirements should be reviewed before booking.
Best for: Sociable travelers and couples who appreciate a pre-arranged itinerary.
Bespoke Sicily Tours — Designed Around You
Because your ideal journey may not be someone else’s.
Perhaps you prefer two or three hotel bases rather than changing hotels frequently. Perhaps you would love to explore Sicily’s archaeological treasures but need to limit walking.
Or maybe your dream vacation is about beautiful landscapes, food and wine, charming accommodations and plenty of time to relax.
Our bespoke approach begins by listening to you and creating a private itinerary that reflects your priorities.
Best for: Travelers seeking a fully personalized journey, including specific mobility or pacing considerations.
Comfortable Transportation with Local Drivers
Travel between destinations in private vehicles or small-group transportation, without the stress of navigating unfamiliar roads, arranging parking or managing complicated transfers.
Our local driver-escorts provide useful insights during the journey, while licensed local guides can be arranged for selected visits.
Hotels That Match Your Comfort Preferences
For private and bespoke journeys, we can help select accommodations based on location, comfort, access and your individual expectations.
Prefer an elevator, a walk-in shower, separate beds or a room without stairs? Let us know when planning, so suitable options can be requested and checked.
A Thoughtfully Balanced Daily Schedule
A meaningful vacation should leave room to enjoy the destination.
On private itineraries, we can plan additional free time, shorter sightseeing days or fewer visits, allowing you to appreciate Sicily rather than simply check attractions off a list.
Real People, Real Local Expertise
Our Sicily-based travel experts know the island, its roads, its seasons and the practical details that often make the difference between an enjoyable day and an unnecessarily tiring one.
We help you make informed choices before you travel.
Sometimes, Seeing Less Means Experiencing More
One of the most common mistakes when planning a Sicily vacation is trying to visit too many places in too little time.
Sicily is larger than many visitors expect. Travel distances, historic town layouts and the time required to properly enjoy an attraction can make an ambitious itinerary unnecessarily demanding.
For travelers who appreciate a more relaxed pace, we often suggest considering a private multi-day journey built around just two or three carefully chosen overnight locations.
Imagine spending several nights in Palermo, Siracusa or Taormina, enjoying beautiful local experiences without packing and unpacking your suitcase every morning.
A more relaxed itinerary could allow you to enjoy:
A leisurely breakfast before starting the day.
A scenic drive with an enjoyable stop for coffee.
A private visit to one important cultural site instead of several rushed visits.
A relaxed lunch at a countryside winery or local restaurant.
A free afternoon to explore independently or simply enjoy your hotel.
An additional night in a favorite destination rather than another hotel change.
This is where a bespoke Sicily tour can make all the difference.
Rather than simply reducing the number of activities, our travel experts work to create a journey with the right balance between discovery, comfort and enjoyment.
Learn How We Design Your Bespoke Sicily Tour →
Tell Us What Matters — Before We Design Your Journey
Sicily’s historic towns, archaeological sites and charming villages are among its greatest attractions. However, some locations include cobblestone streets, steps, slopes, uneven surfaces or walking distances that may not suit everyone.
We believe this information should be discussed openly before choosing an itinerary.
If you are concerned about walking distances, back discomfort, climbing stairs or other practical aspects of travel, our team can help evaluate appropriate arrangements.
For private and bespoke tours, we can explore options such as shorter visits, appropriate vehicle access points where permitted, sightseeing alternatives, fewer hotel changes and additional breaks.
A few things worth telling us when planning your trip:
- Whether you enjoy longer walks or prefer shorter, easier visits
Whether steps, steep hills or uneven surfaces are a concern
- Your preferred room type and any accommodation requirements
- Your ideal daily start time and preferred sightseeing duration
- Any additional transportation or vehicle comfort considerations
We will help you assess what is practical and suitable, and identify any arrangements that require advance confirmation.
Please note that our standard tours are not automatically wheelchair-accessible or barrier-free. Accessibility and specialist assistance depend on the locations, vehicles, accommodations and services available for your particular itinerary.
For travelers with significant mobility requirements, a private bespoke journey is usually the most appropriate starting point, rather than a fixed-departure small-group tour.
Your travel priorities | Private multi-day tour | Small-size group tour |
|---|---|---|
| Number of guests | Only your party | Maximum 7 guests |
| Departure date | Flexible | Scheduled departures |
| Daily itinerary | Can be personalized | Pre-arranged |
| Sightseeing pace | Can be adjusted in advance | Shared group schedule |
| More free time | Can be incorporated | As scheduled |
| Hotel preferences | Can be tailored | Subject to program and hotel arrangements |
| Walking considerations | Can be evaluated individually | Must suit the group itinerary |
| Social experience | Your chosen companions | Meet fellow travelers |
| Best suited to | Flexibility and comfort | Small-group companionship and convenience |
Our suggestion:
If your main priority is choosing your own pace, limiting physical activity or having fewer hotel changes, explore a private Sicily tour. If you are comfortable with scheduled sightseeing days and enjoy meeting other travelers, our small-group tours may be a wonderful match.
Local Knowledge. Personal Attention. Decades of Experience.
Tour of Sicily is a Sicily-based incoming tour operator with roots dating back to 2001.
We are not simply selling an itinerary prepared by someone who has never visited the places you will see.
Our team lives and works in Sicily. We understand the roads, destinations, local traditions, hotels and seasonal considerations that shape a successful vacation.
More importantly, we understand that a wonderful journey depends on much more than choosing famous attractions.
It depends on getting the details right.
Our travel experts, including Vincenzo Ciceraro, Valeria Gulotta and Alessandra Ribbeni, bring extensive industry experience and personal knowledge of Sicily to help guests choose the journey that best matches their expectations.
From the initial planning stages to arranging hotels, transportation and local experiences, our approach is centered on genuine human attention and practical local expertise.
Because the best Sicily vacation is not necessarily the busiest one. It is the one you will remember most fondly.
Is Sicily a good destination for senior travelers?
Yes. Sicily offers a wonderful combination of history, art, beautiful landscapes, food and wine, and Mediterranean hospitality. The key is choosing the right itinerary and pace. Some historic sites involve substantial walking or uneven terrain, so careful planning is particularly important.
Are your Sicily tours exclusively for seniors over 60 or 70?
No. Our tours welcome adult travelers of different ages. This page is designed for mature travelers and anyone who values comfortable transportation, personal attention and a more thoughtfully planned journey.
Can we enjoy Sicily without walking long distances?
Many experiences can be planned with shorter visits and scenic drives, especially on a private bespoke tour. However, some famous attractions require walking, stairs or uneven paths. Tell us about your requirements so we can advise which locations and visits may be suitable.
Are your small-group tours designed specifically for seniors?
No. Our small-size tours are open to travelers of different ages, with a maximum of seven guests. They use established itineraries and departure schedules. We recommend reviewing the detailed program, walking requirements and daily travel time to ensure the tour matches your expectations.
Can we start our sightseeing days later in the morning?
On a private itinerary, later starts may be possible depending on the distances, attractions and opening hours. Small-group departures follow fixed schedules and generally require earlier morning departures.
Can you arrange hotels with elevators and rooms without stairs?
For private and bespoke packages, our team can request hotels that match your preferences, subject to availability and confirmation. Be sure to mention elevators, step-free access, walk-in showers, bed configurations or other important features before your accommodation is booked.
Do we need to change hotels every night?
Not necessarily. For bespoke private itineraries, we can recommend longer stays in selected destinations, reducing hotel changes and giving you more time to enjoy each area. Our small-group tours follow their published overnight arrangements.
Do your tours include an English-speaking driver or guide?
Our private multi-day itineraries can include English-speaking driver-escorts. Licensed local guides may be added for specific cultural visits. A driver-escort and a licensed site guide have different roles, so the services included in each proposal should be checked. Language arrangements on small-group tours depend on the selected departure.
Can you arrange a Sicily itinerary for travelers with mobility limitations?
We can assess individual requirements and explore suitable alternatives when designing a private itinerary. However, accessibility cannot be guaranteed at every site or hotel, and standard transportation should not be assumed wheelchair-accessible. Significant mobility or specialist assistance requirements must be discussed and confirmed individually.
How many days do you recommend for a relaxed Sicily vacation?
For a broader discovery of Sicily, we often suggest considering 8 to 12 days or longer, depending on the places you want to visit. If you prefer minimal driving and more leisure time, spending several nights in two or three destinations can be more enjoyable than trying to cover the whole island quickly.
Can we book a private Sicily tour for just two people?
Yes. Private multi-day itineraries can be planned for couples, while larger families and groups of friends can also request exclusive arrangements. The price will depend on your travel dates, itinerary, accommodation and included services.
Can you arrange a customized tour around our international flights?
Yes. Our team can consider your arrival and departure airports, including Palermo and Catania, when designing your private itinerary. This can help avoid unnecessary backtracking and reduce travel time.
Your Sicily. Your Pace. Our Local Expertise.
Whether you dream of exploring ancient temples, discovering charming Sicilian towns, tasting exceptional local wines or simply spending quality time in beautiful surroundings, we would love to help you create a memorable journey.
You do not need to have every detail planned before contacting us.
Tell us when you would like to travel, who will be joining you and how you imagine your ideal Sicily vacation.
Our local travel experts will help you understand the differences between our private multi-day tours, intimate small-size groups and fully bespoke itineraries.
Because the right Sicily journey begins with understanding you.
