Palermo to Taormina: Valley of the Temples and Roman Villa of Casale
Two UNESCO World Heritage sites, one unforgettable journey across the heart of Sicily
This full-day transfer takes you through the Sicilian interior to discover the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, one of the most outstanding examples of ancient Greek architecture in the world, followed by the extraordinary Roman Villa of Casale near Piazza Armerina, before arriving in Taormina by evening.
The route combines private transportation with self-guided exploration at two UNESCO-listed sites, allowing you to move at your own pace. Each location provides information boards and visitor facilities, making independent discovery both comfortable and informative.
Starting from your hotel in Palermo, your driver navigates the inland roads of Sicily while you take in the changing landscapes of the island's rugged interior. The day concludes with your drop-off in Taormina, ready to continue your Sicilian adventure.
Tour Highlights
Walk among five ancient Greek temples at Agrigento, including the remarkably preserved Temple of Concordia dating to the 5th century BC.
Visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites in a single day, representing nearly a thousand years of Mediterranean civilisation.
Explore the vast Roman Villa of Casale, covering approximately 3,500 square meters of the most complete late Roman floor mosaics ever discovered.
Travel in private comfort from Palermo directly to Taormina with a dedicated driver, with no group scheduling constraints.
Discover the four major temples of the Valley: Hera, Concordia, Hercules, and Zeus, set along a ridge overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
The option to hire a licensed local guide at each site lets you tailor the depth of your visit to your interests and available time.
Itinerary
Your driver meets you at your hotel in Palermo and the journey through the Sicilian interior begins. The drive to Agrigento takes approximately two and a half hours through the island's scenic heartland.
Spend two hours exploring the Valley of the Temples independently. The site encompasses the Temple of Hera, the Temple of Concordia, the Temple of Hercules, and the Temple of Zeus. Admission fees are not included; licensed local guides are available on-site for hire.
After the visit, your driver takes you northeast toward Piazza Armerina, a journey of approximately one hour and fifteen minutes through the central Sicilian plateau.
Explore the remarkable Villa del Casale, built in the 4th century AD and only fully excavated in the 20th century. Information boards are provided in every room; admission fees are not included and licensed local guides are available on-site.
The final leg of the journey takes approximately two hours as your driver brings you from Piazza Armerina to Taormina, where you are dropped off at your accommodation to conclude the transfer.
What Is Included
Included
- Private transportation from Palermo to Taormina
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Hotel pickup in Palermo
- Drop-off at accommodation in Taormina
- All road tolls and fuel
Not Included
- Admission fee to Valley of the Temples, Agrigento
- Admission fee to Roman Villa of Casale, Piazza Armerina
- Licensed local guide fees at either site
- Meals and beverages
- Personal travel insurance
Important Information
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