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title: The Godfather Origins of Mafia: Corleone & Visit Monreale Duomo
lang: en
type: tour
city: Palermo
country: Italy
price: 275
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.91
reviews: 91
duration_minutes: 360
duration_max_minutes: 420
languages: [en, it]
free_cancellation: true
rank_in_category: 3 of 11 (Walking Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-29
data_updated: 2026-09-29
canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/palermo/tours/the-godfather-origins-of-mafia-corleone-visit-monreale-duomo/
---

# The Godfather Origins of Mafia: Corleone & Visit Monreale Duomo

**Guidekin's take:** A private day out of Palermo to Corleone and the Ficuzza countryside for the origins of the mafia story, with Monreale Cathedral on the way back and hotel or ship pickup. Commentary comes from the driver rather than a guide inside the sites, and the Corleone museum ticket and meals are extra. 4.91 from 91 reviews at €275 per person for 6h–7h.

## Overview

This is a private and exclusive tour, you will only be in the group, there will be no other people. We will be out of the normal tourist circuits, we will visit isolated, peaceful and safe places. in countryside areas away from the city. meeting with your driver at your hotel, B & B, cruise ship in the morning at 08.30 am, departure with New and comfortable van from Palermo first Stop visit the village of Corleone, You will see the panorama, you will visit the historic center, the anti Mafia Museum if is open (ticket not included cost about 8€) free time to explore, second stop the Ficuzza forest reserve. finally, we will go to Monreale, a must see, small town on the hill overlooking Palermo, here you will visit the beautiful Cathedral, decorated with golden mosaics. You will enjoy the magnificent view of Palermo. You will have time for lunch and visit. You can choose the option with Visit of the most famous ceramic workshop.You will be able to see how the famous ceramics are made.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 182 pickup points
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- Starts 08:30: one departure a day
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

## Key facts

- Price: from €275 per person for the Only Corleone & Ficuzza 6hours option; other options up to €310
- Duration: 6h–7h
- Rating: 4.91/5 from 91 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Recommended by 98% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews)
- Operator: Apetour N.C.C. di Peritore Cristian
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Only Corleone & Ficuzza 6hours | €275 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Italian | Visit of Corleone & Ficuzza: If you have already seen Monreale, will not visit the cathedral of Monreale, we will go only to Corleone & Ficuzza, 6 hours Pickup included |
| Business Van 1-8 Passengers | €275 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Italian | Exclusive tour Business Van: Exclusive Tour only for your group with Business Van Pickup included |
| With visit of Ceramic Workshop | €310 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Italian | Visit of Ceramic Workshop Pickup included |
| Exclusive Luxury Van 1-7 Pax | €310 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Italian | Exclusive Luxury Van: Exclusive Tour only for your group with Luxury Van Pickup included |

## What's included

- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by licensed air-conditioned minivan or car
- Professional English speaking Driver
- Exclusive Private tour, only for your Group
- Live commentary on board

## Not included

- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Ticket Museum Corleone

## Itinerary

1. **Teatro Massimo** (pass by, no stop) - meeting and departure point, with driver and guide
2. **Corleone** (3h) - Visit of the famous village, of the historical center, Panorama, free time for Coffee or Cannolo. Guidated tour of Mafia Museum if is open (cost about 8 € person not Included)
3. **Duomo di Monreale - Cattedrale di Monreale** (2h) - You will have free time for lunch and to visit the beautiful cathedral of Monreale, considered one of the most beautiful churches in Sicily, full of golden mosaics, from here you can appreciate the wonderful panorama of Palermo
4. **Monreale** (30m) - finally, we will go to Monreale, Absolutely to see, small town on the hill overlooking Palermo, You will enjoy the magnificent view of Palermop You will have time for lunch and visit the village

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-29
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

Pickup points listed by the operator: 182

## Good to know

- 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
- Dress code is smart casual
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- no Health restrictions , most travelers can partecipate

Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €550 | €275 |
| 4 | €600 | €150 |
| 6 | €660 | €110 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Walking Tours start at €29 per person.

## Compared with other Walking Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #3 of 11** | €275 | 6h–7h | 4.91 (91) | private |
| [Palazzo Conte Federico](/italy/palermo/tours/palazzo-conte-federico/?format=md) | €15 | 45 min | 4.93 (710) | private |
| [Palermo Walking Tour and Street Food](/italy/palermo/tours/palermo-walking-tour-and-street-food/?format=md) | €46 | 3h | 4.89 (640) | shared |
| [Markets and Monuments: Walking Tour in the Center of Palermo](/italy/palermo/tours/markets-and-monuments-walking-tour-in-the-center-of-palermo/?format=md) | €35 | 3h | 4.88 (96) | shared |

Ranked #3 of 11 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €15 to €275, median €45; typical length 3h. 5 of 11 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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