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Valley of the Temples in Sicily, Italy

Discover Sicily in unparalleled comfort and style with our best tours of Sicily for Seniors. Experience the island's rich history, from Greek temples to Baroque palaces, and its stunning natural beauty, from volcanic slopes to azure coastlines. Our itineraries prioritize a leisurely pace, accessibility, and exclusive experiences, ensuring a seamless and luxurious journey if you are a senior traveler.

Savor the renowned cuisine, enjoy private wine tastings, and explore charming villages with expert local guides. We handle all the details, allowing you to immerse yourself in the culture and scenery that has enchanted visitors for millennia.

Extraordinary travel begins with a human touch, and our destination specialists design every journey with care, insight, and personal attention. As you consider a visit to Sicily, use the following information to guide you on the art venues to frequent before connecting with our travel experts to help you plan your trip.

Overview
  1. 1. Sicily for Seniors: One-Week Immersive Tour
  2. 2. Best of Sicily Tour: Palermo to Taormina
  3. 3. A Luxury Wine Tour of Sicily
  4. 4. Exclusive Sicily Tour of Ancient and Contemporary Charm
  5. 5. Paradise Tour of Italy: Sicily and Puglia Vacation
  6. 6. A Cultural Journey to Sicily Tour: Past & Present
  7. 7. Best of Sicily and Southern Italy Tour for Seniors
  8. Plan Your Luxury Sicily Tour with a Travel Specialist

1. Sicily for Seniors: One-Week Immersive Tour

Delightful coastal town of Taormina, Sicily, Italy

Taormina, Sicily, Italy

Length: 7 Days

Places Visited:

  • Palermo
  • Marsala
  • Agrigento
  • Taormina

Why we recommend this sample itinerary:

This immersive seven-day tour is perfectly paced for seniors who wish to experience the heart of Sicily without feeling rushed. It balances iconic cultural sites with moments of pure relaxation, focusing on comfort and accessibility. You will journey through the island's captivating history and stunning landscapes, enjoying hand-picked activities that showcase the best of the region.

  • Attend an elegant performance at Palermo's grand opera house for a memorable cultural evening.
  • Sample celebrated Marsala wines during a private tasting at a historic winery.
  • Explore the Valley of the Temples, where you can comfortably wander among ancient Greek and Roman ruins.
  • View the remarkably preserved mosaics at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Villa Romana del Casale.
  • Soak in gorgeous coastal scenery from the charming clifftop town of Taormina.

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2. Best of Sicily Tour: Palermo to Taormina

Senior couple at the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, Sicily

Agrigento in Sicily, Italy

Length: 9 Days

Places Visited:

  • Palermo
  • Agrigento
  • Erice
  • Segesta
  • Piazza Armerina
  • Modica
  • Ragusa
  • Taormina
  • Syracuse
  • Mount Etna
  • Reggio Calabria

Why we recommend this sample itinerary:

Experience the majestic splendor of the island on this comprehensive tour from Palermo to Taormina. This itinerary is designed for the discerning senior traveler who wants to see all the highlights in comfort. From volcanic peaks to ancient ruins and culinary delights, every day reveals a new facet of Sicily's vibrant culture, all at a pace that ensures enjoyment and relaxation.

  • Bask in seaside splendor in picturesque Taormina, overlooking the beautiful Bay of Naxos.
  • Ascend Mount Etna in a comfortable vehicle to glimpse its towering, active craters.
  • Indulge in a private chocolate lesson in Modica, revealing traditional confectionery arts.
  • Enjoy celebrated Sicilian wines during a guided tasting at a scenic, organic vineyard.
  • Take a scenic cableway up to the medieval mountaintop town of Erice to explore its charming streets.

Discover the best of this Italian destination on our Best of Sicily Tour: Palermo to Taormina.

3. A Luxury Wine Tour of Sicily

Vineyards in Sicily, Italy

Vineyards in Sicily, Italy

Length: 9 Days

Places Visited:

  • Palermo
  • Marsala
  • Erice
  • Monreale
  • Sambuca di Sicilia
  • Valle del Belice
  • Agrigento
  • Ragusa
  • Modica
  • Taormina

Why we recommend this sample itinerary:

Indulge your senses with this luxury tour. It overflows with Sicily's most exquisite flavors and unforgettable vistas. This journey is tailored for senior travelers with a passion for fine wine and authentic cuisine, offering exclusive access to the island's best producers. Each day is curated for your comfort and interest, blending culinary discovery with exploration of Sicily’s ancient and Baroque wonders.

  • Enjoy customized tasting tours at the island’s most prestigious, hand-picked vineyards.
  • Master authentic recipes like Pasta alla Norma during a private, hands-on cooking course in the countryside.
  • Survey the breathtaking panorama of the coastline from the medieval town of Erice.
  • Savor Modica’s internationally acclaimed and unique artisanal chocolates.
  • Explore lavish Baroque palaces and charming piazzas in the elegant towns of Ragusa and Modica.

Indulge your palate on our Luxury Wine Tour of Sicily.

4. Exclusive Sicily Tour of Ancient and Contemporary Charm

Cityscape of Palermo in Sicily, Italy

Palermo in Sicily, Italy

Length: 11 Days

Places Visited:

  • Palermo
  • Monreale
  • Marsala
  • Trapani
  • Segesta
  • Erice
  • Castellammare del Golfo

Why we recommend this sample itinerary:

Immerse yourself in the island's hidden splendors on this exclusive 11-day tour. This itinerary blends luxury, relaxation, and history, giving you a deeper look into ancient wonders and contemporary Sicilian life. With private guides and thoughtfully paced excursions, you can indulge in aromatic dishes and uncover ancient marvels in total comfort.

  • Witness the majestic Temple of Segesta, a remarkably preserved 5th-century BC Doric masterpiece.
  • Master classic recipes like Sicilian Caponata during a private cooking class with an esteemed local chef.
  • Uncover Palermo’s grandeur in the gilded Byzantine mosaics of the Palatine Chapel.
  • Discover ancient salt-mining techniques during an exclusive tour of the historic salt pans near Trapani.
  • Wander the elegant 12th-century cloisters of the Monreale monastery, an architectural marvel.

Uncover Sicily's hidden splendors on the Exclusive Sicily Tour of Ancient and Contemporary Charm.

5. Paradise Tour of Italy: Sicily and Puglia Vacation

Palace of the Normans in Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Palace of the Normans in Palermo, Sicily, Italy

Length: 19 Days

Places Visited:

  • Palermo
  • Trapani
  • Marsala
  • Agrigento
  • Ragusa
  • Noto
  • Ortigia
  • Syracuse
  • Taormina
  • Alberobello
  • Lecce

Why we recommend this sample itinerary:

Revel in the warmth and richness of Southern Italy on this grand tour of Sicily and Puglia, created for a leisurely and luxurious senior vacation. This expansive journey allows you to fully absorb the unique cultures of two of Italy's most beautiful regions without ever feeling rushed. From ancient ruins to contemporary seaside spas, this trip offers the ultimate in comfort and discovery.

  • Explore the charming fairy-tale homes of Alberobello, known as trulli.
  • Unwind among Lecce's elegant Baroque villas and splendid sandstone architecture.
  • Tour the ancient Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, a stunning collection of Greek ruins.
  • Enjoy a tasting of celebrated Marsala wine after exploring Trapani's seaside splendor.
  • Personalize your trip with optional seaside golfing, relaxing spa treatments, or scenic coastal drives.

Paradise Tour of Italy: Sicily and Puglia Vacation will immerse you in the rich cultures of Sicily and Puglia.

6. A Cultural Journey to Sicily Tour: Past & Present

Baroque architecture of Piazza del Duomo in Ortigia, Syracuse

Piazza del Duomo in Syracuse, Sicily

Length: 11 Days

Places Visited:

  • Palermo
  • Agrigento
  • Syracuse
  • Taormina

Why we recommend this sample itinerary:

Unravel Sicily's distinctive personality on this cultural journey tailored to your needs and interests. This tour is ideal if you wish to understand how a blend of cultures has shaped the island over millennia. You will traverse cliffs, slopes, and ruins at a comfortable pace, discovering Sicily's captivating history, singular architecture, and vibrant contemporary life with expert guides.

  • Experience the Arab, Greek, and Norman influences reflected in the island's unique architecture.
  • Wander through tremendous marketplaces in Palermo for an authentic and insightful local experience.
  • Marvel at Syracuse’s immense Greek amphitheater, one of the largest ever built.
  • Explore Agrigento’s magnificent Valley of the Temples, a testament to Sicily's Hellenic past.
  • Relax on a pristine beach, the iconic silhouette of Mount Etna puffing gently in the distance.

Journey through the layers of Sicilian culture on our A Cultural Journey to Sicily Tour: Past and Present.

7. Best of Sicily and Southern Italy Tour for Seniors

Ancient theater in Taormina, Sicily, Italy

Ancient theater in Taormina, Sicily, Italy

Length: 14 Days

Places Visited:

  • Sicily
  • Palermo
  • Mount Etna
  • Segesta
  • Erice
  • Marsala
  • Selinunte
  • Agrigento
  • Enna
  • Syracuse
  • Ortigia
  • Taormina
  • Paestum
  • Pompeii
  • Herculaneum
  • Sorrento
  • Montecassino
  • Rome

Why we recommend this sample itinerary:

Legend and history come alive on this in-depth adventure across Sicily and Southern Italy, designed for comfortable senior travel. This two-week journey combines insider exploration with relaxation, allowing you to experience the fabled past and alluring present of Italy’s south. With local historians and exclusive access, you will see iconic sites in a way few others can.

  • Enjoy exclusive after-hours access to the Vatican Museums to fully appreciate Michelangelo's mastery without the crowds.
  • Unravel the emotive tales of Pompeii and Herculaneum with an expert local historian as your guide.
  • Explore Sicily’s glorious Greek temples and learn of their history from passionate local guides.
  • Enjoy an authentic Palermo food tour, sampling street food like deep-fried rice balls filled with meat or cheese and relaxing at classic café terraces.
  • Discover the coastal charms of Sorrento and the medieval clifftop village of Erice.

Embark on an epic and comfortable Best of Sicily and Southern Italy Tour for Seniors.

Plan Your Luxury Sicily Tour with a Travel Specialist

Colorful wooden fishing boats on the beach in old wooden fishing boats on the beach of Cefalu

Colorful wooden fishing boats on the beach in Cefalu, Sicily

Your comfortable Sicilian journey awaits. Sicily offers a captivating mix of history, culture, and natural beauty, and our travel specialists ensure you experience it all in luxury and at your own pace. From the Greek temples of Agrigento to the Baroque towns of the Val di Noto, every detail is tailored for an accessible, seamless, and unforgettable senior tour.

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