Full-day Private Tour to Erice and Trapani from Palermo, Italy

Explore Erice's lovely medieval city, Mount Cofano's Nature Reserve, and Trapani's salt pans. Learn about Sicily's rich history and cultures on this beautiful day excursion!

Highlights:

• Erice
• The Nature Reserve of Mount Cofano
• Custonaci
• The Assumption Cathedral or Duomo di Erice
• Riserva naturale orientata Saline di Trapani e Paceco
• The Salt Museum
• Trapani

Optional:

• Food
• Drinks
• Traditional lunch (€20 per person)
• Entrance fee

Please note: this tour is held daily.

Palermo Day Trips to Erice, Trapani Salt Pans and Mount Cofano

Escape Palermo for a rich day trip that combines history, culture, and stunning landscapes. Your tour guide will first lead you to Erice, a medieval hill town perched about 800 m above sea level with narrow stone streets and the elegant Assumption Cathedral. From the ramparts, enjoy views over Trapanis sickle-shaped bay and Mount Cofano. Taste Erices famous almond sweets and explore nearby Custonaci. Later, visit the Riserva naturale orientata Saline di Trapani e Paceco, where sparkling salt pans attract flamingos and migratory birds, before exploring Trapani, a coastal city shaped by Greek, Roman, Arab, and Norman influences.

Tips for a Smooth Full-Day Trip

To make the most of your day trips from Palermo:

• Wear comfortable shoes for walking on uneven streets
• Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for coastal views
• A light jacket helps at higher elevations like Erice
• Pack a camera for dramatic seaside and salt pan views
• Start early to avoid peak midday heat

These tips help keep your outing comfortable and photo-ready.

More Facts About This Experience

Erice has been a filming location for productions like At War with Love and the Italian series Màkari, showcasing its medieval lanes and coastal charm. Trapanis salt pans, with windmills and pastel hues at sunset, reflect traditional sea salt harvesting and provide cinematic landscapes often photographed and filmed.

Complementary Experiences

Pair this Palermo day trip with a Origins of Mafia Tour, a boat trip to the Aeolian Islands, or a Sicilian cooking class to enjoy local specialties like busiate pasta or fresh seafood.

Who Would Enjoy This Tour

This Palermo day trip is ideal for solo travellers, couples, families, history enthusiasts, and groups of friends eager to explore Sicilys culture, scenery, and cinematic charm.