Best of Palermo shore excursion: Palermo, Monreale and Cefalù private tour

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Duration
7 hours - 8 hours
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Why take this tour?

If you only have a day in Palermo or your ship docks in twon for one day, this is the best option to enjoy the best of Palermo in one day: After a quick panoramic tour of the town, visiting the Cathedral, the Normans Palace, the 4 Corners, Pretoria Square and Martorana Church, we drive up to the hill of Monreale. The Monastery of Monreale built at the end of the XII century by William II, the Norman king of Sicily, it's a mix of Sicilian and Byzantine style. The highlight of the Cathedral is its interior, full of amazing golden mosaics, all over the walls of the nave, aisles, transept and apse - more than 80 thusend SF in total. At the edn of the visit of Monreale, we drive for approx 45 min to Cefalù, a medieval town faced on the Tyrrenian sea. The Norman style dominate the town, the stunning Cathedral, the magnificent pedestrian path and the beautiful cost of Cefalù, it's a gift of mother nature to Sicily and the tourists decide to visit this marvelous place.

What’s included?

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Private transportation

  • WiFi on board

  • Bottled water

  • Soda/Pop

  • entrance tickets where required and meals

  • Entry/Admission - Duomo di Monreale

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 7-8 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Catania Tour Private Day Tour

About operator:

Visit the towns of Syracuse and Noto on this full-day tour. Explore the ancient Greek archeological sites such as the Ear of Dionysius and the Greek Theater. Then head into the city to tour Ortigia Island with its beautiful cathedral built above a Greek temple. The last stop is the “Baroque Capital” of Noto to see some of its beautiful architecture and aristocratic palaces.

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