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From Trapani: Cruise to Favignana and Levanzo with lunch

1. From Trapani: Cruise to Favignana and Levanzo with lunch

Take this Journey with us: Departure at 9:30 AM from Trapani port. First stop will be in Favignana around 10:20 AM. Here you will have free time, you can enjoy the visit in the Favignana centre and take the advantage of doing shopping, or visiting museums like the Ex Stabilimento Florio, but also spend the time on the beach. We depart from Favignana at 12:30 PM and we start our journey trough the cost, we will visit the most beautiful and suggestive "calette" such as Cala Rossa and Cala Azzurra, here you will have the time to swim and have a lunch (included). The we will depart to reach Levanzo, where you will have free time to visit the fishing village. From Levanzo we will visit by boat Cala Fredda e Cala Minnola, and we will have a second stops to swim. We will arrive to Trapani around 5:30 PM.

From Trapani: Favignana and Levanzo Sightseeing Cruise

2. From Trapani: Favignana and Levanzo Sightseeing Cruise

Departure at 09:30 from Trapani - Arrival on Favignana and 2 hours of free time to visit the village, take shopping, visit the museum or spend your time on the beach - Coastal tour and admiring the main creeks like Cala Rossa and Cala Azzurra - stop off for swimming and a free Typical lunch on board - Arrival on Levanzo and 1 hour of free time to visit the village and swimming from the coast - Return at 5.30 /6:00 pm to Trapani.

Segesta, Erice and Salt Pans Full-Day Excursion from Palermo

3. Segesta, Erice and Salt Pans Full-Day Excursion from Palermo

This popular 8-hour itinerary takes you to see the most interesting sites of western Sicily. With your guide you’ll visit and explore Segesta, a Greek archaeological site. Travel to Nubia and the Salt Pans in Trapani, and admire the Sicilian coast and natural landscapes en route. You’ll also stop at Erice, a medieval hilltop town. Enjoy spectacular views throughout the day. All of the sites are relatively near Palermo, meaning that you’ll have plenty of time to explore each of them. This itinerary is also known as the Elimians's Road, named for the Elimians who were among the first inhabitants of this part of Sicily.

From Trapani: Favignana and Levanzo Mini Cruise with Lunch

4. From Trapani: Favignana and Levanzo Mini Cruise with Lunch

Discover the picturesque islands of Favignana and Levanzo on a sightseeing boat tour from Trapani. Explore the quaint island villages, bathe in the glittering Mediterranean water, and savor a traditional meal on board. Set sail in the morning from the port of Trapani for your first stop, Favignana. Explore the winding streets and nearby beaches of this charming village, with time for a quick swim. Next, embark on a scenic boat tour along the coast and scout out the enchanting coves of Favignana, such as Cala Rossa, Bue Marino, and Cala Azzurra. Dive into the crystal-clear waters for a refreshing swim. Then, delight your taste buds as you indulge in a traditional Trapani-style pasta with pesto on board. Relish your delicious meal as you admire the surrounding Mediterranean scenery. Upon arrival at Levanzo, explore the picturesque village and lose yourself in the charming streets. Swim in the turquoise water, soak up the sunshine on the shores, or simply admire the views from the Port of Levanzo.  Then, continue towards Cala Fredda, Cala Minnola, and the famous Faraglione, where you can unwind and let the island's magic wash over you before returning to Trapani in the evening.

From Palermo: Bus Transfer to/from Trapani City Center

5. From Palermo: Bus Transfer to/from Trapani City Center

Enjoy stress-free transportation between Trapani City Center and Palermo City Center. Travel seamlessly with additional legroom and air-conditioned seating aboard the Segesta Autolinee. Avoid the hassle of navigating the public transportation system before or after a long journey, instead, relax and enjoy the views of Sicily from the comfort of your seat. Be greeted by staff who will be waiting for you by your bus. Jump on board once you’ve checked in and your luggage is safely stowed away.

Trapani: Favignana and Levanzo Islands Boat Shuttle

6. Trapani: Favignana and Levanzo Islands Boat Shuttle

Meet in the port of Trapani and board the boat, then begin the 40-minute journey to the island of Favignana. You will then be dropped off at the port of Favignana to enjoy 4 hours of free time on the island. Explore the charming village, hike around the island or just relax and have dinner at the local restaurant. Then get on board the boat that will continue from Favignana to Levanzo. Relax and enjoy the wonderful views during the 20-minute journey. The visit to Levanzo has a total duration of about 2 hours, during which you will enjoy a panoramic tour of the coast, sailing up to the Faraglioni, a stop for a swim in one of the island's coves, and a stop of an hour on the island to visit the characteristic village.

From Palermo: Erice and Marsala Day Trip with Wine Tasting

7. From Palermo: Erice and Marsala Day Trip with Wine Tasting

On the itinerary is the medieval hilltop town of Erice lunch and a wine and olive oil tasting at a winery or typical farm, and a panoramic tour along Marsala’ s Salt Route! Palermo, the Sicilian capital, is one of the most exciting and vibrant cities in the whole of Italy. However, you might want to escape its hustle and bustle after a few days! And there's no better way to do that than a full day small group tour from Palermo to visit the fascinating town of Erice and to admire the unique panoramas of Marsala. You will depart from Palermo on a top notch minivan with an expert driver and tour leader. The first stop is the medieval hilltop village of Erice. Stroll through the narrow streets and find delightful little courtyards. Lookout for the viewpoints where you can see out to the Egadi Islands and over the city of Trapani. You will feel like travelling through times, surrounded by an ancient kind of beauty. Of course, when in Sicily, it’s always a good time for a snack and in Erice we will have a tasty break by tasting a local Sicilian granita. On some day trips, you might have to sort your own packed lunch, but not on this full day group tour from Palermo! After leaving Erice, you'll carry on along the west coast of Sicily to Marsala, a town famous for producing sweet wine and also, like the entire Sicily, an area where olive oil is a another special local product. You will have the chance to taste both of them, as we will stop for a full Sicilian lunch with a sample tasting of the best local wines and olive oil in a local winery or farm. The final stop on this full day group tour from Palermo is the natural and cultural site landscape which connects land and sea. Marvel at salt windmills and basins which are still in use today. The 30km road is one of the most evocative routes in Italy, and if you get out of your vehicle, you'll be able to feel the salt in the air! At the end of this unique and fantastic experience, you will return to Palermo.

Trapani: 2-Hour Salt Flats Tour

8. Trapani: 2-Hour Salt Flats Tour

Nature and tradition come together on this 2-hour guided tour of the Trapani salt flats. Join a local guide who will explain the tradition of salt-making while exploring a family-owned salt pan. Enter the salt museum inside a renovated old mill to see the tools and even try some samples of flavored salt. Visit 3 different salt plans while keeping an eye out for flocks of flamingos. These migratory birds change color over time and have been known to make the flats their temporary home. At the end of the day, walk along the edge of the flats and admire the reflection of the afternoon sun in the salt pools. The tour ends with a return transfer to the meeting point.

From Trapani: Egadi Islands Favignana & Levanzo Cruise

9. From Trapani: Egadi Islands Favignana & Levanzo Cruise

Embark on a cruise around the island of Favignana from Trapani. Jump aboard a comfortable boat that guarantees safety and comfort for kids and adults. Stop at Cala Rossa, Blue Marino, Cala Azzurra, Favignana, Lovers' Cave, Levanzo, Cala Fredda, and Cala Minnola. Set sail to your first stop of Cala Rossa, an expanse of crystal clear water. Continue to Blue Marino to discover the island's ancient tuff quarry. Your third stop is Cala Azzurra, a sandy beach that takes its name from the intense color of its water. Visit the island’s village, the former tuna processing factory of Florio, or have lunch in a typical restaurant on the island. Leave the Favignana port to sail to Lovers’ Cave. With the help of your skipper and the snorkeling equipment provided, swim inside the cave and explore its 2 entrances. Head down the cave to find a small pebble beach sheltered by the roof. Coasting the majestic sea stack of Levanzo, leave for Cala Fredda, a wonderful bay with a seabed covered with marine plants and a pebble beach you can reach by swimming. Finally, go to Cala Minneola, the last stop of the tour. As the captain drops the anchor, bid farewell to the Islands.

From Palermo: Erice, Salt Pans, and Segesta Day Trip

10. From Palermo: Erice, Salt Pans, and Segesta Day Trip

Discover the history of Sicily from the Greeks to the Middle Ages with this day trip to Erice, the salt pans of Trapani, and Segesta. After pickup from selected locations in Palermo, drive to western Sicily to reach Erice. The ancient Elymian people founded this medieval town, once an important religious site associated with the goddess Venus. Continue to Trapani where the ancient tradition of harvesting salt from the sea is still practiced. In the afternoon, head to Segesta, another city founded by the Elymians. Visit the 5th-century Doric temple built on a hilltop just outside the ancient city. Admire the astonishing views, before returning to Palermo.

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4.2 / 5

based on 136 reviews

I booked this tour and a half day tour spur of the moment and so glad I did. This was a great day trip from Palermo. The drivers let us know important things/what to do at each stop. I didn’t know much about any of the stops when booking, especially Erice. Erice turned out to be one of my favorite stops from both of the tours I did. Definitely recommend!

great trip and the guys were great,We had a great day and it was what we wanted as we were left alone to enjoy the sites without any commentry or visits to shopping experiences.We would highly reccomend as we got to visit three places that are hard to access by public transport

Lovely tour with small group of people. Plenty of time to exprore sites on your own, which was my preference sice I dont drive. Adriano (our driver) was great!

Perfect day trip. The bus was clean and comfortable. The guide very friendly and knowledgeable.

Melissa was very interesting, engaging, informative, friendly, considerate.