From Palermo Sicilian Retreat Erice & Marsala Tour with Lunch

Overview

Available languages

English

9 hours

Mobile ticket

Allocate a day of your Sicilian escapade to break away from the island's capital on this comprehensive small group day tour from Palermo, accompanied by a knowledgeable tour escort. The schedule encompasses a visit to the medieval hilltop town of Erice, a delectable lunch, a wine and olive oil tasting at a winery or traditional farm, and a panoramic drive along Marsala’s captivating Salt Route.

While Palermo, the vibrant capital of Sicily, stands as one of Italy's most exhilarating cities, you might find solace in stepping away from its vivacious rhythm after a couple of days. And what better means to achieve this than partaking in a full day small group tour from Palermo, an expedition that unveils the captivating town of Erice and presents the opportunity to marvel at the distinctive vistas of Marsala. Your journey will commence from Palermo, aboard an air-conditioned minivan, guided by an adept driver and tour leader. Brace yourself for a truly extraordinary and enchanting day.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

We suggest good walking shoes (no flip-flops!) as well as hat and sunscreen

The tour runs rain or shine

Please note that this tour might be run on Mercedes luxury vans or Mercedes luxury minibuses according to the tour occupancy and always providing the highest possible quality

We are sorry to inform you that pets are not permitted on our tours

Please inform us first about food allergies and intolerances

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Typical Sicilian lunch in a winery or farm

Exploration of Erice

Air-conditioned vehicle

Engaging wine tasting session

English speaking driver/tour leader

Exterior tour of the Marsala salt pans

Complimentary water bottle

Gratuities

Hotel pick up and drop off

What To Expect

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.

4 hours•Admission Not Applicable

Marsala

Marsala is the most populated town in its province and the fifth in Sicily. The town is famous for the docking of Giuseppe Garibaldi on 11 May 1860 (the Expedition of the Thousand) and for its Marsala wine. A feature of the area is the Stagnone Lagoon Natural Reserve – a marine area with salt ponds.

4 hours•Admission Not Applicable

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From Palermo Sicilian Retreat Erice & Marsala Tour with Lunch

Reviews

4.79

53 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A top-notch guide and a memorable tour experience
Marija P,
Jun 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00
First off, I am happy to express my gratitude and say that your guide Renato Caprio was the most professional guide, and, hence, the best one I have had in my 3 weeks of stay in Sicily. And, I have taken very many tours. Renato's fluent Englush profiency and resorcefulness concerning the places we have visited are valuable professional assets. Also, his patience, kindness and positive attitude are traits which customer service companies shoud require from their guides. An uplifted customer is an empowered customer. That's how I have felt: extremely positive and happy to have made the right choice in choosing your tour package. That's how Renato has made me feel. Most of the tours I've taken in Sicily included only transportation and meeting time and place instructions with drivers and guides who could speak little or hardly any English. It is the resourcefulness, safety/exactness and clear instructions, language skills and a kind/charismatic/patient guide which make the magic ingredients for a guide/tour to be a successful and unforgettable holiday and life experience. Lack of these ingredients equal a cheap audio guide. I only feel sorry I haven't taken more tours with your company and guided by Renato as he has all the traits of a top-notch guide and driver possessing all the above-mentioned qualities. A word for Renato, too: Renato, keep up the good work and, please, cherish that positive mental attitude to life, your love for your work and what you do , and never lose that smile of yours.
An interesting variety of activities
Carol J,
Jun 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00
A lovely day trip out of Palermo with a variety of activities. The drive was scenic through the massive cliffs and hills with views over the sea, and the vista of vineyards and olive groves. We visited the historic medieval hilltop town, the salt pans and enjoyed a delightful lunch with wine at a historic vineyard.
We had difficulty finding...
Judi D,
Jun 2, 2025
- Viator
1.00
We had difficulty finding the meeting point and they were kind enough to help us out when we were lost. The shuttle was comfortable and air conditioned. Unfortunately the guide did not speak or understand English as advertised. We’ve been driving for an hour now and have no idea what we are seeing or anything about your city or country. Hopefully it will get better than just riding along the highway
We had a really nice time...
Evelyn P,
Jun 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We had a really nice time on this trip. Renato made the day fun by adding beautiful view stops and keeping us informed with facts and tales about our surroundings. We had a beautiful walk around Erice, followed by the salt flats and ending up at a gorgeous Marsala winery where we had a tour, tasting and delicious lunch. Renato’s excellent driving and guidance throughout made this interesting trip all the more special. Highly recommend!
The tour was enjoyable. ...
Vince L,
May 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The tour was enjoyable. The driver, Renato, was very informative and courteous. His English was excellent. Erice was a beautiful medieval town with great views below. The wine tasting in Marsala provided us with a wonderful lunch and tasting experience.