Sicily Travel Guide

From the rumbling of Europe’s most active volcano to the golden shores that feed into three different seas, Sicily is a cultural marvel at the crossroads of Mediterranean heritage. Explore the delights of inviting local cuisine and embrace stunning views sweeping over Roman ruins and glowing coastline to a snowcapped volcanic peak. Whether visiting the largest Greek temples in Italy or embracing lavish Baroque architecture, Sicily is a breathtaking collection of beauty and charm. Our Sicily Travel Guide has plenty of information about what you can do during your trip, when to visit, and more.

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Taormina, Sicily, Italy

Best Time to Visit Sicily

During the best time to visit Sicily, this crossroads of cultures offers experiences that shift dramatically with the seasons, making timing crucial for...
Ancient theatre of Taormina in Sicily with Mount Etna in the background at sunset

Top 7 Things to Do in Sicily

From cultural tours of Palermo to unique wine-tasting experiences, we share the top things to do in Sicily when traveling to Italy. The island will captivate...
Old baroque town of Ragusa in Sicily, Italy

10 Best Places to Visit Sicily

The best places to visit in Sicily will have you in the midst of natural and cultural wonders, peeling back millennia and demonstrating tangible heritage...
Catina, Italy

3 Best Cities to Explore the Food of Sicily

Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean. It is chock-full of history, culture, and, perhaps most notably, culinary artistry. In the three best...
Pasta with Sardines and Fennel

7 Dishes to Try on Your Trip to Sicily

Whether you’re looking for flavorful meals sourced from ancient recipes or curious about the authentic history that underpins the sumptuous fare, our...
Selection of Sicilian street foods on a table in Sicily, Itlay

Best Sicilian Cheese and Street Food to Try on Vacation

Sicily is a melting pot of gastronomic heritage, found in the best Sicilian cheese and street food that you can sample during your Italy vacation. The...
Senior woman taking a photograph at the Valley of the Temples in Sicily, Italy

Our 7 Best Tours of Sicily for Seniors

Discover Sicily in unparalleled comfort and style with our best tours of Sicily for Seniors. Experience the island's rich history, from Greek temples...
Caccamo medieval castle at sunset in Palermo, Italy.

Top 6 Castles to Visit in Sicily

When journeying through the top castles to visit in Sicily, you will find yourself stepping in a world of history and grandeur. This enchanting island...
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How to Plan Your Zicasso Trip Budget in 3 Easy Steps

Knowing your budget is an essential component of any trip-planning process. Whether the sky's the limit or you have specific parameters, a customized...
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How to Plan Your Zicasso Trip in 4 Easy Steps

Explore the world with Zicasso by working with top travel specialists who will bring your dream vacation to life. Our primary goal is to make planning,...

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Reviews of Zicasso's Italy Tours and Vacation Packages

Based on 6035 verified traveler reviews.

Italy Vacation Review: 12 Days

It was a fantastic trip. Everything we planned with Zicasso’s travel company was on time and with high-quality local guides and drivers. They were very responsive and helped us build an itinerary for our 12-day trip to southern Italy. They stayed in touch throughout the planning process, helping us find restaurants and answer questions. I would highly recommend this travel company to anyone planning a trip to Italy.

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Italy Vacation Review: Sorrento, Amalfi Coast, Florence, Tuscany, 10-Night Trip

Zicasso’s travel specialist was a pleasure to work with. She helped me plan our trip of a lifetime to Italy. I told her which cities we wanted to visit and our interests, and she gave me great recommendations for tours and experiences. She was flexible with the itinerary changes I made beforehand and, after our arrival, the pre-arranged transportation was seamless and the hotels were great.

Our ambassador during the trip was very responsive when I had questions. I appreciated the daily messaging app reminders for the times and activities for the next day, including a location link on Google Maps for the meeting points. Our pre-arranged drivers and tour guides were excellent.

This holiday was everything I hoped for. If I am fortunate enough to plan another holiday to Italy, I will definitely use the travel company again! Based on this experience, I will definitely use Zicasso again for an international holiday.

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Italy Trip Review: Florence, Tuscany, Rome, Food Tour, Wine Tasting, 1 Week

We had a great trip to Florence, Tuscany, and Rome. One of the best parts about the trip was our travel company. Zicasso's travel specialist took care of booking everything we needed and doing so within budget. I didn't have to worry about keeping up with tour tickets and schedules because he had already taken care of all that. He was also available for quick questions and updates while we were on our trip. We couldn't have asked for better!

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Italy Trip Review: Rome, Florence, Vatican, Sistine Chapel, Colosseum, 2 Weeks

Zicasso set us up with a wonderful travel agent. The process of choosing and communicating through the Zicasso system was easy and helpful.

The travel specialist and her team planned a wonderful 15-day trip, with nine days in Rome and four days in Florence. She found us great accommodations that included a kitchen, which was a must for us. Other travel agents were not able to provide such accommodations.

The drivers we had were professional and picked us up on time. The guides were experts in their field and generally had taught at universities. The guides were very personable and tailored the tours to our interests.

She arranged all the necessary skip-the-line tours. We went to the Vatican with three different tours: the Sistine Chapel, the Gardens, and the necropolis to see St. Peter's tomb.

There were a couple of hiccups in this perfectly planned itinerary. Each time, the travel specialist and her staff were immediately available and guided us through solutions, such as trying to get to the Colosseum during the Roman Marathon.

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Italy Trip Review: Piedmont, Langhe, Turin, Lake Como, 2 Weeks

Zicasso’s travel company was highly responsive and understanding of what we wanted to experience and used their expertise to steer us to the best people and locations possible.

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Italy Travel Review: Amalfi Coast, 1 Week

The details provided by Zicasso's travel company were excellent.

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