Private Transfer Catania Airport to Palermo: Optional Stops

Stop where you want on the drive between Catania and Palermo.

A private transfer between Catania Airport, Catania city center and Palermo that lets you add one, two or all three stops at Sicilian landmarks along the way. Your professional driver handles the route while you choose whether to visit Cefalù, the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, or Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina, or skip stops entirely for a direct journey. The vehicle is air-conditioned and the driver speaks Italian and English.

The experience

The transfer runs between Catania Airport, Catania's city center and Palermo in both directions, and the route itself is the decision point. You pick whether to travel straight through or break the journey at one, two or all three of the stops the operator offers: Cefalù on the coast, Agrigento's Valley of the Temples, or Villa Romana del Casale near Piazza Armerina. Each stop gives you free time to explore while the driver waits, then continues with you to the final destination. A night supplement of €20 applies if the transfer runs between 21:00 and 07:00, paid directly to the driver.

The vehicle is air-conditioned and seats your group with luggage. Your driver speaks Italian and English, handles all navigation and driving, and the service is designed around punctuality and comfort. Infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available if you need one. The journey takes between two hours for a direct transfer and up to six hours if you add all three stops and spend time at each one.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle.
• professional driver.
• Italian and English-speaking guide.
• pickup from Catania Airport or city center.
• drop-off in Palermo city or return to Catania.
• free time at each optional stop you select.

Options for this experience

6 options

Transfer from Catania to Palermo48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Private service: transfer from Catania to Palermo city, lasting 3 hours. The direct trip from Catania to Palermo city takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes, and to Palermo airport 3 hours. Direct travel from Catania to Palermo, or from Palermo back to Catania, in a Mercedes. Pickup is included.

Transfer from Palermo to Catania48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Private service lasting 2 hours. Direct travel in a Mercedes. Pickup is included.

Stop at the Valley of the Temples48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Private transfer: Italy has many ancient Roman ruins, but the Valley of the Temples in Sicily is unique, with some of its Greek ruins. Lasting 2 hours: during the journey you can arrange a visit to the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento. Valley of the Temples of Agrigento, in a Mercedes van. Pickup is included.

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Stop at Cefalù48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Private service lasting 2 hours. During the trip you can arrange a stop to visit beautiful Cefalù. Visit to Cefalù, in a Mercedes van. Pickup is included.

Stop at Villa del Casale48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Private transfer lasting 2 hours. During the trip you can arrange a visit to Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina. Villa Romana del Casale, in a Mercedes van. Pickup is included.

Includes a stop in Cefalù and in Agrigento16 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 15:30Visit Cefalù and Agrigento: you can see Cefalù and then Agrigento, depending on whether you depart from Palermo or Catania. Lasting 4 hours: about two hours for each city, to visit Cefalù and the Valley of the Temples of Agrigento. Visit Cefalù and the Temples, in a Mercedes minivan. Pickup is included.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (9 and older) · Child (3 to 8 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Catania taxi NCC-Private Driver, Transfers & Sicily Tours by Santo Ferlito

Is this one for you?Choose stops along the route if you want to see Sicilian landmarks without renting a car or booking separate tours. The driver handles navigation while you decide which sites to visit. Book a direct transfer if you need to reach Palermo or Catania quickly without detours.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 8 years); Infant (under 3).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I stop at just one place on the way from Catania to Palermo?

Yes. You choose at booking whether to stop at Cefalù, Agrigento's Valley of the Temples, Villa Romana del Casale, or any combination of the three, or travel direct without stops. Each stop includes free time to explore while your driver waits.

What is the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento?

Agrigento's Valley of the Temples is an archaeological site with ancient Greek ruins, including temples and structures dating back over two thousand years. It is one of Sicily's major historical landmarks and sits along the route between Catania and Palermo.

How long does the transfer take if I add stops?

A direct transfer takes around two hours. Adding stops extends the journey. The full trip with all three stops can take up to six hours depending on how much time you spend at each location.

Is the driver available to wait while I explore a stop?

Yes. Your driver waits at each stop you choose, then continues with you to your final destination. The free time at each stop is yours to use as you wish.

What languages does the driver speak?

Your driver speaks both Italian and English, so communication throughout the journey is straightforward.