Your AncestryProGenealogists® research service includes 20 hours of dedicated pre-trip planning and research into your family's origins. An expert genealogist has prepared a written report and images of the records found that inform your personal journey ahead.

Meet your private English-speaking driver-assistant in the arrivals hall, after you've cleared customs and collected your luggage, where they will be holding a sign with your name on it. When you're ready to depart, they will bring you to your private vehicle and transfer you to your hotel.

A Welcome Package will be provided and will include any relevant documents or tickets required for your trip.

With a number of options across the city, deciding on a which Palermo restaurants to try during your stay can prove to be a challenge. To assist, you’ll receive a supplemental composition within your final trip documents, showcasing our top restaurant suggestions for Palermo, as selected by Kensington Tours Destination Experts.

Dive into Palermo through its bold flavors, layered history, and unforgettable contrasts on this full-day private exploration of Sicily’s cultural heart. Begin amid the sizzling energy of Il Capo Market, Palermo’s oldest, tasting iconic street foods like panelle, arancine, crocchette, and pani ca meusa as vendors call out over overflowing stalls. Continue through grand boulevards, the atmospheric old quarter, and ornate baroque palaces, taking in highlights including the Norman district, the dramatic Quattro Canti, Palermo Cathedral, and the glittering 12th-century Cappella Palatina. A visit to the Capuchin Catacombs offers a hauntingly unique glimpse into the city’s past, where thousands of preserved figures form a striking historical record. In the afternoon, travel to nearby Monreale to admire the soaring cathedral and serene cloister, masterpieces of Arab-Norman artistry shimmering with golden mosaics, before returning to your hotel with Palermo’s sights, sounds, and flavors.

Discover your family's past with an on-site Ancestry Genealogist guide who knows the region's records, local historians, and communities. Guided by your Research Report, you’ll explore the places your family once called home. On this day you may walk the land they farmed, visit the church they attended, or meet distant relatives still living nearby. What you find goes deeper than any document ever could.

Enjoy a private transfer from Palermo to Aragona, the journey is approximately 2 hours.

Set among rolling farmland just outside Aragona, Fontes Episcopi offers unhurried time at leisure in a peaceful organic countryside setting where Sicily feels beautifully elemental. Wake to birdsong and soft light over olive groves, sip coffee beneath citrus trees, and wander shaded paths that lead to gardens, quiet courtyards, and a sun-drenched outdoor pool. The restored stone farmhouse and rustic bungalows blend historic character with relaxed comfort, inviting slow afternoons with a book, gentle swims, or moments of stillness scented with herbs and warm earth. From here, days unfold naturally, whether enjoying the rhythms of the working farm, or savoring the calm of the landscape.

Meet your private driver and vehicle for a transfer to Syracuse. Approximate travel time is 2 hours.

Layered with Greek drama, Roman power, and sun-washed Baroque beauty, Syracuse is one of Sicily’s most compelling historic treasures. Meet your private guide and begin at the city’s archaeological park, where the monumental 2,500-year-old Greek Theatre once welcomed up to 15,000 spectators. Nearby, explore the atmospheric stone quarries and the legendary “Ear of Dionysius,” a soaring limestone cave steeped in myth. Continue to the island heart of Ortigia, where winding lanes reveal centuries of Greek, Roman, and Norman influence beneath elegant Baroque faÇades. Step inside the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of Syracuse, built upon the 5th-century BC Temple of Athena, where ancient Doric columns still stand proudly within the cathedral walls, a powerful reminder of the city’s layered past.

As dusk settles over Ortigia, wander lantern-lit lanes toward the luminous Piazza del Duomo, where honey-colored Baroque faÇades glow against the night sky. The grand columns of the Cathedral of Syracuse, layered with centuries of Greek and Norman history, set a dramatic stage for a relaxed evening at leisure. Pause for an aperitivo in the square, sip a crisp Sicilian white or spritz as locals enjoy their nightly passeggiata, then stroll past the illuminated Fountain of Diana. Choose a terrace restaurant for fresh seafood and regional specialties, and finish with a gelato in hand as you wander back through softly lit streets toward the sea, an effortless Sicilian evening unfolding at your own pace.

Explore three southeastern Sicilian highlights on a streamlined private day tour combining aristocratic history and baroque beauty. Begin at Donnafugata Castle, an eccentric 19th-century country villa where opulent interiors and a curious stone labyrinth reveal the world of Sicily’s nobility. Continue to Ragusa, a UNESCO-listed hill town of sweeping views and ornate churches, where a guided walk is capped with a sweet cannoli tasting. Conclude in Scicli, an off-the-radar baroque jewel set in a dramatic valley, strolling its elegant streets and climbing the Chiesa di San Giovanni bell tower for panoramic views before returning to Syracuse.

Meet your private driver and vehicle for a transfer to Etna. Approximate travel time is 1 hour and 30 minutes.

With Mount Etna rising in the distance and the Ionian Sea shimmering below, Taormina is Sicilian drama at its finest. Enjoy private transfers from your hotel and meet your guide in the historic center to explore sunlit piazzas, narrow lanes, and elegant stone palazzi. Pass the medieval Duomo, the Roman Odeon, and Palazzo Corvaja before arriving at the breathtaking Teatro Antico di Taormina, a 3rd-century BC amphitheater suspended between sea and volcano. Stand where ancient spectators once gathered, framed by sweeping views of Etna and the coastline, then enjoy free time to browse boutiques or savor a granita before returning to your hotel.

As the sun dips behind Mount Etna, the gardens of Donna Carmela Resort glow with soft light and fragrant citrus. Wander at your own pace through lush Mediterranean and tropical plantings, lava stone paths, and quiet corners framed by views of Etna and the distant sea, as the air cools and the sky turns gold. Conclude with a nightcap at La Cucina di Donna Carmela, savoring a glass of Etna wine and seasonal bites, or unwind poolside under the stars, embraced by the sounds and scents of a warm Sicilian evening.

Encounter Sicily’s raw power and refined flavors on a private day tour to Mount Etna and its storied wine country. Travel with your private driver-escort to Europe’s largest active volcano, where, weather permitting, a cable car ascent reveals sweeping views from high on the slopes across craters and the eastern Sicilian coast. A guided walk explores the volcanic landscape, from the colorful Silvestri Craters near Rifugio Sapienza to nearby towns shaped by life on the volcano. The day softens with a visit to Barone di Villagrande, a historic estate set among forests and lava-rich vineyards, where a guided tasting of five Etna wines is paired with a seasonal five-course Sicilian lunch before returning to your hotel.

Leave your worries on the deck and enjoy a refreshing dip in Donna Carmela's swimming pool. Spend some time at leisure basking in the sun or relax under the sun umbrellas for an afternoon siesta.

Framed by citrus groves and perfumed gardens, an evening at Donna Carmela is a refined celebration of Sicilian flavor. Enjoy private round-trip transfers before settling into this romantic countryside setting, where ingredients are drawn from the estate’s own gardens and orchards. A welcome glass of Prosecco begins a beautifully composed five-course dinner that reimagines local traditions with contemporary elegance, complemented by selected wine, water, and coffee or cappuccino to finish.

Meet your private driver and vehicle for a transfer to Catania Airport. Approximate travel time is 45 minutes.

Located in the heart of Palermo’s historic center, Palazzo Natoli is a refined boutique hotel and a relaxing haven within the heart of the bustling city. Featuring 12 guestrooms uniquely styled with classic and contemporary decor, the building presents an intimate and elegant environment, maintaining the noble residence’s original identity. Steps away from the Palermo Cathedral and the famous Quattro Canti, Palazzo Natoli is well situated for taking in the treasures of Palermo. Please note: while breakfast and lunch can be had in its adjoined cafe, Palazzo Natoli does not feature on-site dining options for dinner. A number of restaurants are within close proximity of the hotel.

Fontes Episcopi Bio Resort is a country estate in Aragona, welcoming you with a nod to nature, and old fashioned Sicilian kindness. Enjoy modern comforts in the quiet charm of a historic mansion with 7 beautifully restored guestrooms furnished with exquisite country chic decor. The resort is set over two floors which surround an inner courtyard, opening up to stunning views over the surrounding mountains and countryside. The old estate stables were transformed into a beautiful wellness center, and a stunning naturally aromatic swimming pool lets you bask in the sun. Immerse yourself in nature, walking on pathways among majestic, centuries-old olive trees, or through horticultural therapy, trying your hand at gardening or harvesting produce to be cooked by the estate chef. Fontes Episcopi offers the perfect country retreat to relax and rejuvenate after exploring the delights of the city.

Overlooking the Ionian Sea, the AlgilÀ Ortigia Charme Hotel is located 60-kilometers from Catania Airport on the island of Ortigia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dripping in history that dates back to the Neolithic period, The AlgilÀ Hotel rests on the ancient street of “Mastra Rua”, where the most important noblemen in the city claimed residence in the 14th century. Nestled amongst pristinely preserved Greek temples, Baroque churches, and historic medieval structures, the hotel is within a ten minute walk from prominent historic landmarks such as Piazza Duomo, The Fountain of Diana, and the Temple of Apollo. The refined historic building that is The AlgilÀ Hotel is the result of a restoration and a fusion of two buildings of original structure. Using the same limestone that greatly influenced traditional baroque style, Sicilian design is present throughout with antique furniture and precious brightly painted ceramics, old stone arches, traditional textiles, and character taken straight from history. Guest rooms are unique and offer splendid sea and courtyard views with colored inlaid French windows and special care in hiding the signs of the modern technology for an authentic, harmonious atmosphere. The charm of the property is only rivalled by that of the Sicilian hospitality, and the distinct beauty of Ortigia.

Outside the village of Carruba lies Donna Carmela, a historic residence and boutique resort settled peacefully between Etna and the Ionian Sea. Surrounded by 2.5 acres of lush gardens, guests can stay in the beautiful Sicilian main house, or revel in one of the 9 exclusive lodges offering complete immersion within a stunning natural setting. Enjoy authentic Sicilian cuisine in the beam house, or for a more private setting, dine al fresco in the tranquil gardens with selections from the vaulted wine cellar. Sink into a lounger poolside or grab a cocktail in the chic lounge bar. For a dose of pampering, revitalize with a treatment in the wellness suite. Donna Carmela offers guests a privileged location to relax and rejuvenate, while discovering the treasures of eastern Sicily.