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Palermo: Grand Tour in CruiserCar


Travelling with CruiserCar in Palermo is an experience unlike any other. The elegance and grandeur of the CruiserCar, the first 9-seater cabriolet, sets the stage for an unforgettable journey of this beautiful city. Experience the city like never before, our expert drivers and Cicerones will guide you through the city's rich culture and history, taking you to top landmarks and hidden gems. CruiserCar's city sightseeing tours are designed to showcase the best of Palermo, from the historic Capo Market to the Cathedral, from the panoramic Mount Pellegrino to hidden gems that are off the beaten path. We also offer pick-up and drop-off services, ensuring a seamless, luxurious journey. CruiserCar is the perfect choice for those looking for royalty transportation and an unforgettable experience. Book your tour today and discover why CruiserCar's city sightseeing tours in Palermo are truly one of a kind. Only one tour available per session. Book now to secure your exclusive seat!


Great Full Day Excursion in Sicily to Cefalù and Castelbuono From Palermo


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. One of the most beautiful excursions to do in Sicily where you will see from the green mountains of the Madonie to the beaches and the crystalline sea of Cefalù.Driver-guide available during the tours. Castelbuono beautiful medieval village immersed in the Madonie park rich in history and traditions where you will visit the Castle of Ventimiglia rich in history and legends that guards inside there is a precious relic of St. Anne the Mother of Mary as well as numerous other treasures. The visit will continue through the streets of the quaint Old Town, will be a tasting of typical sweets, at the famous artisan pastry "Fiasconaro". After lunch the tour, continue to Cefalù, visit of the village, Free time available for shopping. 17.00 return to the hotel in Palermo about 1 hour travel.


Private Monreale, Cefalù & Castelbuono Tour, from Palermo area


Visit of Arab-Norman town Monreale, with its amazing view panoramic overlooking the famous Conca d Oro and entire city of Palermo. In this town the art and architecture reached the pinnacle of its glory with the Dome launched in 1174 by William II and represent the scene from the Old and New Testaments all in golden mosaics. Visit of Cefalù, the town is one of the major tourist attractions in the region and every year it attracts thousands of tourists from all parts of the world, in summer the population can triple, making the main streets in the country crowded. So there is then a youthful atmosphere and a lively nightlife. Visit of Castelbuono, the construction of its Castle began in 1316, by order of Count Francesco I of Ventimiglia, over the ruins of the ancient Byzantine town of Ypsigro, Hence its original name, Castello del buon aere (Castle of good air). No tour guide is included – only the driver who speaks a basic English to notice you about the places included in itinerary.


Castelbuono Tour and Wine Tasting in a Medieval Abbey


On this tour through the Madonie Mountains, you will visit two jewels of the area. The first is the stunning vineyard of a Medieval abbey, its organic wines, local cheeses, and the scenery to die for. Relax and soak up the surroundings as you enjoy a taste of the excellent wines and the tranquillity. You can also purchase wines on site. The second is the Medieval town of Castelbuono, famous for its castle and its pastry shops, where you will have the chance to sample and taste the home-made local goodies.


Best Full Day Exclusive Excursion in Sicily to Cefalù & Castelbuono From Palermo


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.One of the most beautiful excursion to do in Sicily where you will see from the green mountains of the Madonie to the beaches and the sea of Cefalù. Castelbuono beautiful medieval village immersed in the Madonie park rich in history you will visit the Castle rich in history and legends. After lunch the tour continue to Cefalù,visit of the village Free time available for shopping in quaint shops. 17.00 return to the hotel in Palermo. this tour is managed only with a Driver up to 7/8 people. The Driver is not an authorized tourist guide. Authorized tourist guide: they are the only professionals, with a regional license. The Driver cannot escort people inside the monuments. However, it has the skills to promote the most important highlights by providing basic historical and cultural information.


Private Etna & Taormina Tour, from Palermo area & Cefalù


An amazing experience through Etna area to discover the Volcano and its lava fields and then we will go towards Taormina, where you can walk along the main street "Corso Umberto" reaching the Greek Theatre, while spending time with shopping and getting the visit of the most interesting sites as Piazza Duomo and Palazzo Corvaja. NOTE: IT IS RECOMMENDED TO WEAR SHOES SUITABLE FOR WALKING, ALSO IT IS RECOMMENDED TO EQUIP WITH HEAVY CLOTHING GIVEN THE SIGNIFICANT TEMPERATURE RANGES THAT OCCUR IN PEAKS ON ETNA, KNOWN AS ONE OF THE HIGHEST VOLCANOES IN THE WORLD Moreover The tour does not include an authorized tour guide service. Instead, there will be only a driver who will provide basic information about each of the locations included in the tour itinerary in English.


From Cefalu: Gratteri and Castelbuono, Sicilian villages and aperitif


Departure in the afternoon. We discover the mountains, perhaps the most suggestive of Sicily, in the heart of the Madonie Natural Park. First stop Castelbuono, a small medieval town full of life, history and picturesque corners that make it one of the most beautiful and characteristic Sicilian villages. The walk passes through the main monuments (you can visit the Castle of Ventimiglia which houses an ancient Palatine Chapel), but also through the most authentic streets. Tasting of the renowned Panettone di Fiasconaro included. Departure for Gratteri, a small village of ancient origin, 700 meters above sea level. One of the most fascinating features of Gratteri is the captivating view of the sea and the coast: a real "terrace overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea". At the end of the tour we will go to a restaurant where a Sicilian aperitif with specialties from our land will be included. Return to the hotel in the evening.


High Madonie wild jeep adventure


Departure from Cefalù towards Castelbuono along an ancient route (off road) once used for trade, we will make several stops at spectacular panoramic points on the Madonie. Traveling along mountain roads we will reach one of the most beautiful villages in Italy "Petralia Soprana", a tour of the stone village with a medieval urban structure with characteristic narrow streets, churches and noble palaces. Petralia Soprana is the highest village in the Madonie, overlooking a wide landscape with a view of the snow-capped peaks of Etna. The adventure continues at an altitude of 1500 meters towards the locality of Piano Battaglia which is located in the heart of the Madonie massif, in a landscape and environmental context of high value. There will be numerous sightings of animals such as deer and Madonie eagles. The excursion continues towards the village of Isnello passing by the astronomical observatory. Lunch at the pin-nic with typical local products or trattoria.


Private Transfer Palermo airport


I nostri servizi transfer vengono effettuati con la massima professionalità da autisti professionisti che hanno un ottima conoscenza del territorio con auto, minivan e minibus nuovi.


Monreale, Cefalu and Castelbuono Private Tour from Palermo


Together we create your memories! Meet your driver and live a unique experience. On request, your tour can be customized. First stop Monreale, the famous Arab-Norman village. Located on the slopes of Monte Caputo, from here you can also admire the entire Conca d'Oro. Admire the beauty of the cathedral's gold mosaics and visit the 12th-century Benedictine monastery. The driver will provide you with information about Cefalù during the 60-minute journey to the city. Visit the ancient medieval village of Cefalù and stroll through its narrow streets. Visit local attractions such as the Mandralisca Museum, the Duomo, the Lavatoio, and more. Then we will head to Castelbuono, a small but beautiful village set in a woodland landscape. Entering the old center you can breathe the air of a bygone era, with the fourteenth century castle that dominates the city and the typical flavors of the place, such as manna and the delicious panettone of Fiasconaro, famous all over the world.


Transfer from Palermo Airport to Balestrate Trappeto Castellammare


Transfer service is carried out by professional drivers using cars with regular NCC license vehicles used for the service are always private and never shared with other passengers you do not know and who do not make the same journey as you: the journey will therefore be direct and lead-to -takes you, without intermediate stops, from exactly the addresses you want.


Scooter Tour Cefalù -> Castelbuono


Departure from Cefalù to the Gibilmanna sanctuary where a brief stop will be made to allow you to visit the Sanctuary. At the end of the pause, we leave for Castelbuono passing through Isnello, a pretty little village of the Madonie with characteristic alleys. Once in Castelbuono and parked the scooter you will cross the village on foot to reach the Bar Fiasconaro where the staff will offer a small taste of its products. We return along the beautiful coastline, admiring its crystal-clear waters


Nebrodi and Halaesa valley jeep tours


our tour to the Halaesa valley is a unique experience of culture, art and nature. We will cross a fabulous and wild territory through ancient "trazzere" admiring typical flora and fauna of the area. We will visit the largest open-air museum of Europe of the famous patron A.Presti and the archaeological site of Halaesa. Lunch in a typical trattoria or in a chalet in the woods.


Private Tour in Castelbuono with Cheese Farm Experience


You’ll visit Castelbuono (half hour drive from Cefalù), a charming town nestled in the heart of the Madonie Natural Park, where history, culture, and culinary delights await. Today, we invite you to embark on a journey through this picturesque Sicilian destination, beginning with a visit to the iconic Castelbuono Castle. No visit to Castelbuono would be complete without a stop at Fiasconaro, a renowned pastry shop that has become synonymous with Sicilian sweets. After immersing yourself in history, it's time to delve into the culinary traditions of the region with a cheese farm experience – Slow Food site – in the Madonie Natural Park. An hour drive from Castelbuono takes you deep into the picturesque countryside, where rolling hills dotted with grazing cows set the scene for an authentic Sicilian adventure. You'll have cheese making demonstration and lunch with the farmer.


Private Agrigento & Scale of the Turks Tour, from Palermo area


Visit the Temple Valley in tour Agrigento, one of the most important archeological sites in the world and a Unesco world heritage site, where you will admire the finest of all ancient Greek sites: the complete Doric Temples,then getting through a long stairway to the west, near Porto Empedocle, you will reach an amazing even if not very frequented beach for bathing: its name is the famous Scale of the Turks. Moreover The tour does not include an authorized tour guide service. Instead, there will be only a driver who will provide basic information about each of the locations included in the tour itinerary in English.


Sunset with BBQ jeep excursions


this jeep tour is special .. the colors of the sunset on the Madonie, the sea as a background and the wild nature will be an indelible memory of your holiday in Sicily. The adventure continues with dinner at the chalet immersed in the woods and the exciting descent from the mountain with the night jeeps.


UNESCO Day Trip – Monreale & Cefalù


The unique experience of visiting part of the Arab-Norman monuments and churches of the World Heritage 2015, the 24K gold mosaics inside the magnificent cathedrals, the art of artistic ceramics, markets and street-food


Cooking Class in a Sicilian countryhouse


with the help of the hosts and cooks Patrizia and Giuliana, mother and doughter, author of a recent culinary book, you will discover how to prepare typical sicilian dishes, working around our table outside among several giant olive trees. It is the chance to know more about the culture and history in Sicily, because Patrizia is a guide as well, and a passionate woman on history and locale traditions. Her doughter Giuliana Is a Chef who combines the Sicilian culinary tradition with other influences, since She has been travelling around the world. Guests will prepare a menu, sourrended by Nature and an incredibile landscape and view on the Sea, so they have lunch also looking at the mediterranean sea and the Aeolian Isles. The course is for that a complete sensorial experience, a perfect combination between good food and wines, nature, view, sea, olive trees, history and local traditions. What would you desire more?


Full Day Private Tour in Medieval Villages around Cefalù


The Madonie Natural Park, with its rich biodiversity, charming villages and historical sites, such as medieval towns, ancient ruins, and traditional farmhouses, is a nice and relaxing area to visit during your private tour or day trip, especially if you have spent your holiday in Cefalù or the Palermo area. As you wander through the narrow cobblestone streets, you'll be transported back in time, surrounded by medieval architecture and rich heritage. Make your way to Castelbuono Castle, a magnificent fortress perched atop a hill overlooking the town, soaking in breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. No visit to Castelbuono would be complete without a stop at Fiasconaro, a renowned pastry shop that has become synonymous with Sicilian sweets. Pollina is a charming town situated on a hilltop overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. Pollina offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.


Offroad Cefalù Quad Tour


Initial briefing Departure from Cefalù on asphalt to discover the Sanctuary of Gibilmanna (about 14km from the city). Continue on unpaved paths through the woods, flora and fauna in one of the most beautiful verdant valleys of the Madonie. We will reach the medieval village of Castelbuono where you can visit the Castle of Ventimiglia (optional). Stop at the Fiasconaro Bar for free tasting of panettone, liqueurs and sweets. Return to the starting point through breathtaking views, rivers, streams, pristine and verdant woods. End of our services.