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Discover the cultural highlights of Palermo and Monreale on this enriching shore excursion from Palermo Port, available as a half-day or full-day experience depending on the option you choose. Accompanied by an expert local guide, you will first travel to Monreale, where Arab-Norman art and architecture reach their finest expression. Visit the magnificent Monreale Cathedral, commissioned in 1174 by King William II and famous for its breathtaking golden mosaics depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments (admission not included).
Back in Palermo, the tour continues with a guided walking visit of the historic city center, adaptable according to the selected duration. You will explore some of Palermo’s most iconic landmarks, including the Palatine Chapel inside the Royal Palace, a masterpiece of Byzantine-Norman art renowned worldwide for its extraordinary mosaics (included only in the full-day option, admission not included). You will also admire Palermo Cathedral, a unique monument reflecting centuries of architectural evolution.
The experience offers an authentic taste of local life with a visit to one of Palermo’s traditional open-air markets, where the city’s Arab-Saracen heritage is still alive. Enjoy a typical Sicilian street food tasting before continuing to Quattro Canti, Piazza Pretoria with its impressive fountain, and the lively Via Maqueda. The tour concludes near Teatro Massimo, Italy’s largest opera house, leaving time for shopping, photos, or independent exploration.
An ideal shore excursion for cruise passengers looking to experience the essence of Palermo and Monreale, with the flexibility to choose between a half-day overview or a more in-depth full-day tour.
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Additional information
● Please provide your full cruise details when making your booking. It is very important to note that it is the passenger's sole responsibility to contact the local number one day prior to the service to confirm the exact pick-up point and time
● Extra hours must be paid in cash on the spot by the client at the end of the tour unless different instructions are specified in the quote
● Itinerary amendments are subject to availability in case of last-minute notice. Extra cost may apply
● The tour start time may vary
● You may choose the half-day or full-day tour option, and the inclusions will depend on the selected modality
● At the time of booking, additional services can be added for an extra fee
● Pick-up will be arranged 0,30 hour later estimated cruise dock; Drop-off to the port will be set within 1 hour before cruise departure
Inclusions
✔ Port pick-up
✔ Round Trip Taxi Service to Monreale (Half Day Tour Option)
✔ Private vehicle and Italian speaking driver Half Day (max 4 hours) (Full Day Tour Option)
✔ Licensed Tourist Guide Half or Full Day (depends on the selected option)
✔ Street food tasting
Exclusions
✖ Port drop-off
✖ Entrance fees, meals, and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Any other service not specified
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation free of charge up to 15 days before the service. No refunds will be given for cancellations made less than 15 days before the service or for no-shows.
Tickets are subject to availability at the time of confirmation and are non-refundable.