The 10 Best Tours in Erice, Sicily

August 18, 2021 Cedrick Jardin

Erice (Italian pronunciation: [ˈɛːritʃe]; Sicilian: Èrici ) is a historic town and comune in the province of Trapani in Sicily, Italy.
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1. Palermo Shore Excursion: Private Day Trip to Segesta, Erice and Marsala

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Ever dreamed of exploring Sicily? While you’re in port in Palermo, you can do just that on this private shore excursion to the beautiful towns of Segesta, Erice and Marsala. Your private driver will take you along the Sicilian coast to Segesta and Erice, where you'll explore fascinating sites such as the Doric Temple and Venus Castle. In Marsala, discover the magnificent Church of St John the Baptist and learn about the Marsala Cathedral as you experience the beauty of this ancient Mediterranean city.

Inclusions: Private driver, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Port pickup and drop-off, Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By Alli S

We did a private wine country tour with Francesco in October 2019 (it has taken me entirely too long to write this review). We had a great time with Francesco. He is so personable and was so much fun to spend the day with. Ask him to tell you the story of why there are black roosters on Chianti Classico wine bottles. Francesco is very professional, was able to accommodate a change in plans based on our preferences, and delivered top-notch service throughout the day. If (when) we go back to Florence, we will be giving Francesco a call!

2. 7-Day Highlights PRIVATE Sicily Tour - Only for you

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Destinations included in this tour: Catania, Etna, Taormina, Siracusa, Noto, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Selinunte, Erice, Palermo, Monreale, Cefalù. Arrival Catania - Departure Palermo. The tour includes the following must-see spots : Palatina Chapel (Palermo) – Valley of Temples by night (Agrigento) – Sicilian cookies tasting (Erice), Granita or Cannolo (Noto) – Historical center and Seaview (Cefalù) – Greek ruins with seaview (Selinunte), 3 Dinners with Sicilian specialty

Inclusions: Dinner, Overnight in wine resort in the Etna area with a wine tasting and food, Overnights in Noto center or Relais 2 km from Noto with breakfast, Overnight in 4-star hotel with breakfast in Agrigento, Overnights in 4-star hotel or B&B superior apartment with breakfast in Palermo, Airport transfers, English speaking driver/guide or driver +English speaking tour guides every day, Transport by Luxury Mercedes vehicles with all the comforts

Exclusions: City Taxes or Tourist Tax, payable directly at hotel, during the check out (only in some cities), Lunches, dinners (Except 1 dinner on day 1), Tips

Reviewed By RossoVinoSusan

Came here with my husband for our wedding anniversary and we had a lovely experience is Cassa de montabalno. Maria the housekeeper was amazing. Very helpful friendly and when we arrived we had to organise a Covid test. She organised it with the help of Ivana and we were very happy that they helped us. Maria was a source of information and arranged us to go on a day tour on a Montabalno Day Tour with Nunzio the taxi driver. We had a wonderful day. I would highly recommend this b&b to anyone who loves the tv show. Only negative was we missed the season and not many restaurants were open but we didn’t starve. We bought our food in the local shop and ate on the balcony in the evening. Thank you for having us!

3. Day Trip to Erice, Scopello, Castellammare, Saline Reserve

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This is an excursion dedicated to travelers who arrived by cruise ships. The departure is from Trapani and pickup and drop-off at the hotel, port or airport are included. Board an air-conditioned minivan for 6 hours to admire the small medieval village of Erice, known by its ancient beauty, the production of Ericini carpet and its delicious almond cakes. Enjoy a visit to the tuna factory in Scopello and take photos at the harbor in Castellammare Del Golfo. Visit the Salt Museum at the Saline Reserve before returning to Trapani. This private tour includes hotel, port or airport pickup and is limited to a maximum of 8 travelers. This tour does not include the guide - qualified driver only

Inclusions: Qualified driver, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Port pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Entry tickets for sites of interest, Food and drinks, Guide, Lunch

Reviewed By V3056IYkatiep

I booked this tour online and paid €60. When I arrived at the port I saw the same trip was €40 if bought there. I paid an additional 50%for the privilege of booking online!!! Also I had to pay an additional €2.50 City tax which wasn't notified. I contacted the company and they said it was tour operator costs - no refund. They said no one had complained before - I find that really hard to believe. Unless you like throwing your money away I'd suggest waiting until you get to the port. The trip itself is enjoyable and the islands are lovely. Under covid they, naturally can't provide snorkeling equipment but definitely bring your own. So worth it. Lunch was pasta with tinned tomato and slice of melon. Bottled water was a plastic cup with lunch. A good day out if you can get past the rip off.

4. SEGESTA, ERICE, SALT PANS - with Local Guide - Private Trapani Shore Excursion

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The archaeological site of Segesta and the picturesque medieval town of Erice lie just inland from Trapani, along Sicily’s northwest coast. Visit both on this full-day shore excursion with a Local Guide, traveling in the comfort of a private Top Class Mercedes vehicle. Discover Sicily’s ancient past in Segesta, including ancient Greek temples and a theater dating from the 5th century BC. Then, enjoy a walking tour of Erice, admire views along the coast, and stop to see the Salt Pans of Trapani. • Exclusive Private Shore Excursion departing from Trapani • Led by a licensed LOCAL GUIDE for personalized attention • Comfortable Transport by Top Class Mercedes Minivan • Provides a great introduction to Sicily • Stunning views from Erice and photo opportunities

Inclusions: Local guide/driver, Transportation by Mercedes V-Class Minivan, Private Guided Tour in Segesta & Erice, Almond Pastry Tasting, Bottled water, Exclusive Private Shore Excursion

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Reviewed By amongthecastelli

Mimmo is a superb driver and guide. Informed, considerate and kind, he drove us across Sicily and revealed the character and mystery of Sicily to us along the way with intelligence, good cheer and humor. His English is impeccable. When we return, we will certainly use his services again. We loved Sicily, and Mimmo was a big part of the experience.

5. Tour Erice & Segesta

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the tour was organized to admire the beauty of the western part of Sicily, the wonderful medieval village of Erice, the archaeological site of Segesta and to taste the real Sicilian cannoli produced by local people

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, typical dattilo cannolo tasting, English / Italian speaking hostess

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Reviewed By E9924IFnataliae

Excellent! 5 stars. Very comfortable journey. Would definitely use again. Arrived on time. Thank you

6. Erice Walking Tour

Piazza Porta Trapani, 91016 Erice TP, Italy Angela Amico
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Discover Erice with a licensed tour guide who is also a real inhabitant of the town (there are only 200 people living on the top of the mountain). Walk down the small cobbled lanes, admire the monuments and the amazing panorama, discover the history and the anecdotes of the town. I will be waiting for you at the main gate of the city ("Porta Trapani") to start this amazing discovery of the town ;)

Inclusions: Walking Tour, Licensed tour guide

Exclusions: Entrance tickets to the monuments (optional)

Reviewed By Kush_Anu

Angela was a great guide with a deep knowledge of Erice and Sicilian history and culture. She really gave us a great tour of the beautiful hilltop town and was so lovely to invite us to see her parents house which is in classic Erician style with a beautiful courtyard. What a dreamy place! Thank you Angela!!

7. Custom Private Tours of Sicily

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We help you obtain peace of mind by planning a memorable custom private tour of Sicily including amazing experiences to enjoy our beloved island to the fullest!

Inclusions: Meals can be fully customized: Lunched, dinners, food tasting, cookery lessons, food tastings and wine tasting can be included in the fee. You will enjoy the most traditional cuisine and refined wines, You will have many opportunities to enjoy the most traditional delicacies: cannoli, "arancine" (rise balls), almond pastries, "granita" (traditional ice cream), street food and sea-food, figs, etc., Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, English speaking local guides (other languages on request), Wine tastings at the best wineries in Sicily can be included in the private tour. Expert English speaking enologists-sommeliers will accompany you during the visit of the wineries., Customization: this tour is private and fully customizable according to your needs!, Bottled water

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Reviewed By Tonya1220

This is the most positive & wonderful guide team anyone could ask for! I love their food, tour & wine selections ❤️???????? I highly recommend them for anyone traveling to Sicily????

8. Erice - Walking Tour & Wine Tasting

Piazza Porta Trapani, 91016 Erice TP, Italy Angela Amico
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What better way to explore Erice's historical and architectural beauties than by combining it with Sicilian good wine! During the tour you will be assisted by an expert native tour guide. The visit will end with a guided tasting locally produced wine (one or three glasses, depending on the option you choose) accompanied by a selection of local specialities. A treat for the eyes, but also for the palate!

Inclusions: Guided Tasting of Local Wine (3 glasses) + a dish of Sicilian Specialities, Professional Tour Guide, Walking Tour

Exclusions: Entrance tickets to the monuments (optional)

Reviewed By magdaboro

Angela is a wonderful tourist guide! She was enthusiastic, passionate, informative, helpful and kind. Besides being very well educated in the topic, she is a real Erice native - born and raised there. She gave us a lot of valuable insights and could answer all the questions we had. It was a pleasure to discover charming Erice with such a knowledgable and fun tourist guide! Highly recommend her!

9. Best Excursion in western Sicily to Erice, Trapani Salt Flats from Palermo

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This is a private and exclusive tour, you will only be in the group, there will be no other people. We will be out of the normal tourist circuits, we will visit isolated, peaceful and safe places. in countryside areas away from the city. Full day excursion driver who speaks English available during the day explaining the main things to do and see. During the tour you will visit:  Erice, a unique Medieval town located on a top of a mountain at 760 meters, a city full of churches, castles. In Erice you can also taste the typical almond sweets of local production as well as delicious wines.After the tour you will go down to Trapani around lunchtime. After we will continue the visit of the Saline.this tour is managed only with a Driver up to 7/8 people. The Driver cannot escort people inside the monuments. However, it has the skills to promote the most important highlights by providing basic historical and cultural information.

Inclusions: Professional English speaking Driver , Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Transport by Licensed and air-conditioned minivan or car, Exclusive Private Tour, only for your Group

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities, Tickets

Reviewed By remyacb

We had the most wonderful time in Sicily. Our tour company Ape Tour Cinisi led by the knowledgeable Umberto were excellent. We were taken to the best spots for the best cannoli and other delights. The trip to Erice and Trapani was simply breathtaking. We will be back and we will most certainly use this tour company again.

10. Erice and Segesta Day Trip from Palermo

Piazza Ruggiero Settimo, 15, 90139 Palermo PA, Italy Tour of Sicily - Day Tours
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Discover the best of western Sicily on a day trip to Erice and Segesta from Palermo. Be wowed by the views from Erice, a walled medieval mountain town that overlooks the picturesque Trapani harbor. Spend the afternoon at the archaeological site of Segesta. Discover the unfinished temple at your leisure and soak up dreamy views of Sicily’s sun-drenched valleys and hills.

Inclusions: Multilanguage Driver or Tour leader (depending from tour group size), Transport by air-conditioned vehicle, All sightseeing and visits as per itinerary

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities, Food and drinks, Licensed tourist guide, Admission Fees

Reviewed By Anna B

It is a full day trip from Palermo to Etna and Taormina. Our guide Josephine was amazing and told us a lot about Sicily along the way. When we arrived to Etna it occurred that the cable car wasn't working and we had to go to the top by bus. Unfortunately, this took much longer time than a cable car so we had just a shirt stay on the top. After Etna we went to Taormina which is a breath-taking town with wonderful views over Etna and the sea. I wish we could stay there longer as it is a truly beautiful place. Overall, I would recommend this trip to everyone but be ready for a full day trip with lots of driving which can be tiring.

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