Sicily · WINE TOURS
Nerello Mascalese off the volcano, Nero d’Avola in the south-east, Marsala in the west. These 15 tastings are priced by the glass count, with transport notes for the ones that end well after lunch.
Make Palermo-style sfincione, pizza, and chocolate gelato with a chef, then enjoy dinner, wine, recipes, and family-friendly fun for $71.
“This was my favorite part of our visit to Palermo. So much fun.”
Hike Etna’s craters, explore a lava cave, enjoy Sicilian lunch with wine, and visit Alcantara Gorge on a full-day tour from Taormina.
“Marco was fantastic and we enjoyed our tour immensely. I highly recommend this tour! The hike on Etna was beautiful, the wine tasting and lunch was delicious and the Alcantara stop was wonderful and very refreshing.”
Taste five Sicilian wines with local snacks at Bottega Monteleone, a friendly two-hour Palermo experience in a charming wine bar.
“The enthusiasm and interest in sharing knowledge of wines was infectious. Not least, this is a charming spot and delicious tapas with these interesting wines. Even if wine isn’t your thing……. Do it!”
Taste four Sicilian wines at Gambino Winery, enjoy local cheeses and olive oil, and see Mount Etna from a beautiful hillside setting.
“This trip was amazing! Beautiful wines, beautiful views and very friendly people. Our guide Isobella was great. This is a must do if staying in the area.”
Taste Etna wines at three family-run wineries, with Sicilian food, private transport, village views, and hotel or port pickup.
“Massimo was incredible. The choice of wineries was spectacular. We really enjoy our day. The lunch was good with a gluten free and vegetarian option.”
Explore Etna’s craters and lava cave, taste Sicilian wine and lunch, then see Alcantara Canyons on a guided day from Taormina.
“Had such a great day thanks to this tour! If you are staying in Taormina, take advantage of having the Etna right in front your door and go explore the nature around it. Our guide Nic was such a chill, funny and knowledgeable guy that you couldn‘t help but feel like you were in good hands from the very beginning. We learned a lot during the walk to the lava caves and around the Etna and also while staying at the impressive Alcantara Gorges. The organisation throughout the day was top-notch and lunch was delicious, highly recommmend this tour!”
Hike Mount Etna to 2,000 meters, explore a lava cave, enjoy a Sicilian winery lunch, and visit the icy Alcantara Gorges from Catania.
“We are really grateful we chose this trip!! Giovanni was super talkative and knowledgeable, we had a great time! And seeing the Etna and the beautiful canyon was really worth it. I'm also really happy about the fact that the winery made me a delicious vegan lunch :) absolutely recommend !”
Explore Mount Etna’s craters and lava tunnel, then enjoy a Sicilian lunch and Etna wine tasting on an eight-hour trip from Taormina.
“Wonderful day trip starting with hotel pickup, about an hour or so drive up to Etna. There are winding roads on the way up so prepare accordingly if motion sickness is an issue. Upon arrival we were introduced to our guide Alex, who was extremely knowledgeable and even more passionate about Etna. From there you go through a lava tunnel which was very interesting, then on to an amazing hike up the side of Etna with great views. After the hike, you are transferred to the Gamnino winery where you are able to enjoy breathtaking views of the property as well as eat and drink. Amazing day trip and can't…”
Taste Etna wines, organic Sicilian food, lava-stone villages, and farmhouse pasta on a six-hour small-group tour from Taormina.
“Giovanni was a fantastic guide! He gave us so much great information about the region and the wine. We also talked a lot about Mt. Etna as it had just erupted the night before. He made sure everyone was having a great time. He loved taking pictures for us and with us. He became a friend by the end of the tour.”
Taste three classic Lipari wines at Tenuta di Castellaro, with Sicilian food, vineyard views, and a two-hour guided visit.
“Amazing place. The wines we tasted were awesome. And the tasting plate.”
Explore Mt Etna’s craters and lava caves, then enjoy Sicilian wines and generous local food on a small-group tour from Catania.
“Our tour guy Claudio was great! We learned so much! Exceptional tour! I can’t say enough about wine testing and food!”
Tour a Sicilian olive grove with producer Francesco, then taste olive oil, wine, balsamic vinegar, limoncello, and homemade dishes.
“Everything was a 10/10. Learned so much, and very peaceful family!”
Taste Etna wines, Sicilian cheeses, salami, pasta, pastries, and local liquors on a six-hour small-group tour from Taormina.
“Beautiful scenery, amazing wine and a knowledgeable friendly guide in Carlos. A fun day all around and one we will never forget”
Explore Mount Etna’s craters and lava cave, then taste Sicilian wines, cheeses, meats, honey, and olive oil near Zafferana.
“Driver was courteous and on time and the agency communicated frequently with us. The transportation vehicle could have been more spacious. The excursion itself was very good and the wine tasting experience and local food lunch setting was excellent. Given the wonderful July weather we did not need a jacket as recommended and running shoes instead of the suggested hiking shoes were just fine (we could have avoided packing these). We were supposed to visit caves as part of the program but this was removed from our excursion, so that wasn’t right!”
Make pistachio ravioli from scratch in Angela’s Catania home, then enjoy a three-course Sicilian meal with wine and warm local hospitality.
“We had a great experience and definitely would recommend! Our meal was amazing!!”
Pick a crater, a coastline or a kitchen.
