The 10 Best Walking Tours in Val di Noto, Sicily

Visit a town whose architecture has been recognised as providing outstanding testimony to the exuberant genius and final flowering of Baroque art in Europe and is part of UNESCO Heritage Sites in Italy. In fact, with its steeply stacked medieval centre and spectacular baroque cathedral, Modica is one of southern Sicily's most atmospheric towns. But Modica is also more than this. As you might know, the town is famous all over the world for a more 'delicious' reason, represented by its extraordinary and unique production of the chocolate of Modica. Through this tour led by an expert guide you'll visit Modica, its most important monuments and attraction and you will learn about its fascinating history.  The tour will then continue with a visit inside a real chocolate factory: there you will have the chance to discover the techniques leading to the production of an amazing quality of chocolate. You will end your visit with an exclusive tasting of different varieties of chocolate. 

Inclusions: Tour of Modica led by an expert guide, Visit and tasting inside a Modica chocolate factory, Round trip private transfer from Catania

Exclusions: Gratuities

• Catania pick-up and drop-off in your accomodation in Catania PRIVATE CAR WITH GUIDE • Welcome kit • Stroll past ancient lava flows • Reach the Rifugio Sapienza or Rifugio Citelli • Trekking around the Silvestri Craters or Sartorius Craters • Explore a lava flow cave with helmets and lamps • See the Valle del Bove • Excursion to the Alcantara River  LASTS ABOUT 8 HOURS

Inclusions: Welcome kit, Insurance, Transport by private car, Professional naturalistc guide, Pickup and drop-off from your accomodation, Taste of honey and oil, Helmet and Torch, Snacks

Exclusions: Everything that is not written in INCLUDED, tips and optional personal purchases

Highlights during this excursions: Private visit of Palazzo Biscari in catania Visit the fish market in Catania private visit of the Godfather's villa "oscar film location"

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, English speaking Driver escort , Private visit Palazzo Biscari, Private visit Godfather Castle

Exclusions: Gratuities, Licensed tourist guide ( our drivers are tour escort and not local guides) , Lunch

Experience the landscapes of the largest active Volcano in Europe recognized as Unesco heritage, taste the flavors of typical Sicilian products and be fascinated by the Greek Roman history that Taormina offers us.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Driver or Hostess speaking the language of the tour you have chosen for explanations on the mini van, Bottled water

Exclusions: Entrance fees to museums, theaters, food and drinks, entrance to the cable car, Tips (optional), Authorized Tour Guide

Noto is called the Capital of the Baroque for its architecture, completely rebuilt after the 1693 earthquake which destroyed the entire town. The earthquake brought death and destruction, but the industriousness of the city of Noto transformed the tragedy into rebirth and art, rebuilding the buildings in Baroque style. With this tour you will discover what to see in Noto, whose historic center was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2002

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Certified Guide, Entrance Ticket, Custom gadgets (hats, shirts, backpack bag)

Exclusions: Transportation to and from starting point

ETNA & TAORMINA To visit in one day two unmissable sites of Eastern Sicily Etna is the highest terrestrial active volcano of the Eurasian plate. Its frequent eruptions throughout history have changed, sometimes even profoundly, the surrounding landscape, arriving several times to threaten the populations settled around it. The UNESCO Committee has included Mount Etna in the list of heritage assets. Taormina is a famous tourist city, also a destination for artists, writers and intellectuals (among these, Goethe and Truman Capote stayed there). Particularly loved not only for the scenic beauty and the fantastic panorama, but also for its "sweet life", permissiveness and transgression. Punctuality, efficiency, elegance, experience and professionalism. Available to meet any customer need. Assistance throughout the tour. "Happiness is a JOURNEY, not a destination ... !!!"

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Pick-up by jeep or minibus in Catania, directly at the hotels or at a meeting point., Professional naturalistic guide (geologists, volcanologists, agronomists) and passionate about trekking, Lunch bag, Insurance, Equipment, if requested at the time of booking.

Exclusions: Extra costs not included or not foreseen, Bottled water

See a different side of Sicily with this tour of Mt. Etna that departs from Catania. Enjoy breathtaking views and taste the wines of one of the best wineries of the area, all while on the highest active volcano of Europe. This excursion journeys to old craters and lava flow caves, and is perfect for adventurous travelers.

Inclusions: Shuttle bus (round-trip), Multilingual guide, Trekking shoes (on request), The equipment for visiting the cave, Sampling of wine and visit to the wine cellar, INFANT price - Baby seat and baby carrier included

Exclusions: cableway to reach 2500 m € 30.00 (to pay on the spot), cableway + 4x4 minibus + alpinist guide to reach 3000 m € 66.00 (to pay on the spot), All that is not specified under “the cost includes

Welcome to the very first food tour launched in Catania! Enjoy our food experts in an intense 3-hr walk around the benches of Pescheria fish market and its backstreets. On this tour you will sample the best daily selection of street food and have some cheerful toast in places hung out by locals. We select places based on quality and authenticity of the recipe! You will try the best baked cipollina in Catania! Your local guide will unveil the secrets of the Sicilian cuisine sharing historical info and recipes. In the colorful market We will show you what you wouldn't notice on your own. You will also have the chance to enter a secret lava tunnel situated downtown but unknown among the tourist mass. This is a small-group food experience designed for passionate foodies and curious travelers. You will have the chance to interact with your Sicilian guide anytime you want. Along the walk we guides discuss many topics, such as history, arts, traditions, social and controversial issues.

Inclusions: Licensed Local guide service, Seasonal street foods and dessert (replaces a full meal), glass of wine, Local fruit selz

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, whatever is not mentioned in the inclusions

The excursion consists of an off road tour in a 4x4 jeep at the ancient lava language of the 2002 eruption. Continue through the Ragabo pinewood until reaching Piano Provenzana where the tour continues on foot along the 2002 side craters. Visit to a lava flow cave.

Inclusions: Use of trekking equipment, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions:

Discover the top of the highest active volcano in Europe with a licensed Volcano Guide. This place, rich in charm, put together the man's curiosity and the mysterious face of the volcano. - Possibility of renting shoes or jackets on site. Schedule: Meeting at the parking lot in front of Esagonal Bar at 08:30. Departure planned at 09:00AM. Initial briefing and buying of the tickets for the cable car (round-trip) and for the 4x4 jeeps (one way). Arrival at a height of 2500 mt with the cable car. Departure with 4x4 jeeps towards Torre del Filosofo at a height of 2900 mt. Start of the trekking route of 3 km till the Summit Craters - altitude 3250 mt. Trekking downhill for 6,5 km till the arrival point of the cable at a height of 2500 mt. Trip back to Rifugio Sapienza, 1800 mt. Total time: 5 hours Total kilometres: 9,5 km Difficulty: For excursionists accustomed to walk at altitude - E (Excursionists). Recommended equipment: K-way / Hat and gloves (according to the season) / Long pants.

Inclusions: Licensed Volcano Guide, Trekking sticks, Helmets , Insurance in case of accidents, Cable car (round trip) from 1900 mt to 2500 mt + Jeep 4x4 (one way) from 2500 mt to 2900 mt

Exclusions: Lunch, Bottled water, Transport service from your accommodation, Hat and gloves (during autumn, winter and spring)