8-Hour Valley of the Temples and Scala dei Turchi tour from Palermo
Overview
The Agrigento and Scala dei Turchi tour will take you to the discovery of wonderful places rich in ancient history and timeless charm.
The Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, evidence of the passage of the Hellenistic culture in Sicily, extends on a hill kissed by the sun and overlooking the sea, surrounded by fragrant almond and olive trees.
The site, a UNESCO heritage site since 1997, bears witness to a florid and brilliant era of a rich and disputed Sicily.
Located a few minutes from the Valley of the Temples, between Porto Empedocle and Realmonte, is the famous Scala dei Turchi, a spectacular white limestone structure that plunges into the waters of the crystal clear sea. Its name is due to the incursions of ancient Arab and Saracen pirates, who found an ideal place to land in the natural gulf. Access from the beach will allow a beautiful walk until you reach La Scala, defined as one of the most beautiful natural places in Sicily.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Italian-English bilingual driver
- Valley of the Temples ticket in Agrigento
- Valley of the Temples ticket for EU citizens between 18 and 25 years and FAI members
- Staircase of the Turks
- Tour guide (bookable on request)
Meeting and Pickup
We offer pickup from any hotel or address in Palermo. You will have a car with driver just for you. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete information.
What To Expect
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Valle dei Templi
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Scala dei Turchi (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Note: Our driver is not a specialized guide, he only provides background information about the tour.
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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).
- Bottled water.
- Private transportation.
- WiFi on board.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Italian-English bilingual driver.
- Valley of the Temples ticket in Agrigento.
- Valley of the Temples ticket for EU citizens between 18 and 25 years and FAI members.
- Staircase of the Turks.
- Tour guide (bookable on request).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 8-Hour Valley of the Temples and Scala dei Turchi tour from Palermo is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once 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.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Italian-English bilingual driver
- Valley of the Temples ticket in Agrigento
- Valley of the Temples ticket for EU citizens between 18 and 25 years and FAI members
- Staircase of the Turks
- Tour guide (bookable on request)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Note: Our driver is not a specialized guide, he only provides background information about the tour.
