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From Palermo Sicilian Retreat Erice & Marsala Tour with Lunch

4.7 Great 90 reviews
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9h
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Guidekin's take

Worth a full day? in our Day Trips from Palermo comparison. Choose shared Erice and Marsala for lunch and wine tasting: 9h at €113 per person, rated 4.7 from 90 reviews; no hotel pickup.

Trade-off: No hotel pickup; English only.

Last checked: September 15, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

A day pairing the medieval hill town of Erice with a sit down lunch at a winery or farm, wine and olive oil tasting included, then a panoramic drive along the Marsala salt road. The salt pans are seen from outside only, there is no hotel pickup, and the escort works in English only. 4.7 from 90 reviews at €113 per person for 9h.

From the guide

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.

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 2 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

From Palermo Sicilian Retreat Erice & Marsala Tour with Lunch

from €113 / person
Guide: English

Private excursion to Erice and Marsala from Palermo

from €590 / person (for 2+ people)
Guide: English

Private option: Enjoy a private journey to Erice and Marsala from Palermo, with local flavors and a traditional Sicilian lunch.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departs: 08:00
Scheduled through September 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 08:00. Scheduled through September 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 29, 2026.

What's Included

English speaking driver/tour leader
Lunch: Typical Sicilian lunch in a winery or farm
Exploration of Erice
In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
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

Itinerary

Erice Stop 1
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.
4h
Marsala Stop 2
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.
4h
Saline of the Laguna Marsala Stop 3
The salt marshes of Marsala in Sicily are a unique spectacle. Imagine finding yourself in front of placid stretches of water framed by slight white salt dunes where, suddenly, you can see traditional mills. Keep imagining that you are witnessing this show during the sunset time. The orange-red color of the setting sun turns purple and the landscape becomes extraordinarily magical. Well this is one of the experiences you can have by going to the Marsala Salt Pans during an itinerary in Sicily.
5 min
Admission included

Departure & Return

Start point

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.

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End point

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.

Additional Information

  • 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.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund

Compared with other Day Trips from Palermo

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This tour · #9 of 10€1139h4.7 (90)shared
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Great Full Day Excursion in Sicily to Cefalù and Castelbuono From Palermo€2608h4.88 (72)private

Ranked #9 of 10 in Day Trips from Palermo by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €99 to €350, median €199; typical length 7h 30m. 7 of 10 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 10 Day Trips from Palermo

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