Full Day Sicilian Tour from Palermo: Explore Erice and Marvel at Marsala

Escape Palermo’s hustle with a full-day tour to Erice and Marsala. Enjoy medieval charm, wine tasting, and scenic drives. Book your adventure now.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Erice - The amazingly sited Castello di Venere in Erice. Towering over the west of Sicily at 751m above sea level and often covered in its own personal cloud, Erice is a wonderfully preserved Mediaeval town offering the most breathtaking views and a palpable sense of history.
  • Marsala - Marsala is the most populated town in its province and…
What's Included
  • English speaking driver/tour leader
  • Lunch
  • Exploration of Erice
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Engaging wine tasting session
  • Exterior tour of the Marsala salt pans
  • Complimentary water bottle
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
Additional Information

Dedicate a day of your Sicilian adventure to explore beyond the island’s capital with this all-encompassing small group day tour from Palermo, led by an experienced tour guide. The itinerary includes a trip to the medieval hilltop town of Erice, a delicious lunch, a wine and olive oil tasting at a winery or traditional farm, and a scenic drive along…

Location
Via Volturno, 44
Via Volturno
TOWNS OF ITALY TOURIST HUB & COOKING SCHOOL | PALERMO Located at Via Volturno, 44, 90138 Palermo. We kindly request your arrival at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before departure. Regrettably, we cannot accommodate latecomers.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Ana_d
Apr 25, 2026
Lovely Day Tour - Great day tour for anyone wanting to explore more than Palermo. Erice and the Wine tour were beautiful and gorgeous sceneries along the way. Renato, our driver, was very helpful and friendly. Would highly recommend.
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Christopherpw2018
Apr 24, 2026
Knowledgeable tour guide - Rennata our guide was well informed and attentive to our needs. He had sound knowledge of his subject matter and kept the tour progressing smoothly but not hastily.
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Vovan_g
Apr 14, 2026
Excellent, meticulously planned tour! - An excellent tour, planned down to the smallest detail. Renato, both tour guide and driver, proved to be a very knowledgeable guide and an extraordinary driver. He displayed a friendly demeanor and exceptional knowledge of the subject matter. The wine tasting and presentation of local cuisine were a truly impressive addition to the tour. Overall, a very positive experience.
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Karly_b
Apr 13, 2026
Unforgettable Sicilian experience! - Absolutely amazing day with Renato! He was such a fun, vibrant, and knowledgeable tour guide! We had a private tour and it exceeded our expectations. Everything from the Mercedes Benz bus, to the medieval tour of Erice, to the salt pans of Marsala, and of course, the INCREDIBLE winery tour and lunch, our minds and hearts were blown away! Thank you for an unforgettable Sicilian experience!
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Wander58039023903
Nov 3, 2025
A tour with a view! - Our guide Renato was extremely knowledgeable about history of Sicily and Palermo. He took us on some extra tours to make the most out of our adventure. Thank you!
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J2640wudanielp
Oct 25, 2025
Unforgettable day trip - Renato was an amazing driver and host for the trip. He was friendly from beginning to end and knew a lot about the history and significance of the places we went to. He was also a good driver. The views in the van made the trip worth it but there was so much more. Erice was stunning, Marsala salt flats were great to see and the visit to Baglio Donna Franco was a great way to end it. The wine was very tasty and the the tour of the winery was nice. Food was excellent and all freshly made there at the farm.
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Karen_a
Oct 25, 2025
Awesome tour !! - The tour is just perfect . Our guide Renato was excellent , great driver , patient and very knowledgeable. The sites that we visited were beautiful and the wine tasting and lunch was the cherry on the top ! Totally recommend this tour . Very professionally handled . 100% satisfied
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Jon_s
Oct 21, 2025
Highly Recommend! - Our guide Gigi was amazing, she was personable and knowledgeable! Along the drive she gave so much information about the history and culture of the area. She was dedicated to making this excursion a memorable one. Our driver was very safe and actually followed the driving laws unlike all of the other tours I went on wirh other companies. I felt safe which made this a relaxing and enjoyable trip.
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Dominic_v
Oct 23, 2025
Really cool to see the... - Really cool to see the castle town of Erice, Salt pans, and winery in Marsala. The winery was certainly the highlight. Very welcoming service. Only thing was it is a lot of travel. We traveled more than our tour which, if expected, is completely worth the experience!
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Aggie_p
Oct 19, 2025
A Perfect Day Exploring Erice and Marsala - Our tour of Erice and Marsala was absolutely unforgettable! From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized, and our guide Luca and driver Renato made the day truly special. Erice felt like stepping back in time — the medieval streets, breathtaking views, and delicious pastries were a dream. Marsala was equally impressive, especially our lunch at a beautiful winery and visiting the beautiful salt flats. What I loved most was how much passion and knowledge our guide shared about Sicilian history, culture, and traditions. It wasn’t just sightseeing — it felt like being welcomed into the heart of Sicily. I left with amazing memories, stunning photos, and a real appreciation for this incredible region. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting western Sicily — it’s a perfect mix of history, scenery, and authentic local experiences! 🌅🍷 Grazie Mille Aggie
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).