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Monreale, Cefalu and Castelbuono Private Tour from Palermo

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Cathedral square, Cefalù
Cefalu
Cefalu
Cathedral square, Cefalù
The Ventimiglia castle, Castelbuono
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On average, this is booked 22 (0) days in advance.
8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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French, Italian
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Overview

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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.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Child seats (on request)
  • Cathedral of Cefalu
  • Castle of Ventimiglia
  • Cathedral of Monreale
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We offer pick up from any hotel or address in Palermo. You'll have a driver just for you. We send your driver details one day before the experience.

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Cattedrale di Monreale

You will be dropped off in Piazza Guglielmo II. Here you can visit the beautiful cathedral of Monreale. It has been included in the list of Unesco world heritage sites and is considered one of the most important medieval churches in the world. The mosaics of the cathedral are something simply unique and perfect. It is also possible to access, for a fee, different areas of the cathedral, such as the terraces. Adjacent to the cathedral is the monastery of San Benedetto. The cloister of the monastery has a square plan in Romanesque style, characterized by more than 90 columns decorated with mosaics and Romanesque capitals. In the center of the cloister there is a garden, with a palm-shaped fountain from whose leaves water gushes. Also near the cathedral is the interesting Diocesan Museum. From Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II you can see the Duomo and admire the famous marble fountain called the Triton Fountain. Don't miss the Belvedere!
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Castelbuono

Castelbuono is inserted in a territory with very ancient origins, that of the Madonie valley. Here you can see the famous and magnificent medieval church of S. Francesco, inside which the Baroque funeral chapel of the Ventimiglia family is preserved. In the church you can admire particular Byzantine frescoes. Unique is also the seventeenth-century church of the new matrix with baroque altars, a fifteenth-century crucifix and the polyptych with the Madonna, Child and saints of the sixteenth century. You will also find the collections of the civic museum with archaeological finds, specimens of plants, insects and fossils from the area. In the main square of Castelbuono, there is the Bar di Fiasconaro. It is the place where it is possible to taste panettone, a typical dessert of the Christmas tradition, redesigned and revisited in a Sicilian key all year round.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Cefalu

The itinerary to see Cefalù starts from Lungomare Giuseppe Giardina and follow it until the beginning of Via Vittorio Emanuele, where the houses begin. From here a walk through the small narrow streets, old houses, shops, restaurants and ice cream parlors. Halfway down Via Vittorio Emanuele is the medieval washhouse, which is accessed through a lava stone staircase. Continuing past the wash-house, you arrive at Porta Pescara, an opening from which you can see the sea. Shortly after Porta della Pescara on your left you will find Piazza Marina with the pier of the old port. From the old port you can see the most fascinating part of Cefalu: the houses with balconies directly on the sea. Continuing on the main street, Corso Ruggero, after a few meters you will find yourself in the town hall square in front of which you can see the Cathedral of Cefalù. The remaining time of the tour will be used to move between the attractions visited.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Monreale, Cefalu and Castelbuono Private Tour from Palermo?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Monreale, Cefalu and Castelbuono Private Tour from Palermo?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Child seats (on request).
  • Italian-English, Italian-French bilingual driver.
  • Hotel / port pick-up service.
The following is NOT included:
  • Cathedral of Cefalu.
  • Castle of Ventimiglia.
  • Cathedral of Monreale.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Monreale, Cefalu and Castelbuono Private Tour from Palermo is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Monreale, Cefalu and Castelbuono Private Tour from Palermo will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Child seats (on request)
  • Italian-English, Italian-French bilingual driver
  • Hotel / port pick-up service
  • Cathedral of Cefalu
  • Castle of Ventimiglia
  • Cathedral of Monreale

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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