Private Transfer Syracuse to Palermo: Optional Stops

Stop where you want on the drive between Syracuse and Palermo

A private transfer between Syracuse/Ortigia and Palermo in either direction, with a professional driver, air-conditioned vehicle and on-board WiFi. You can add optional stops at Piazza Armerina to see the Roman Villa del Casale, Agrigento for the Valley of the Temples, or Cefalù for the seaside village, turning the journey into a sightseeing route on your own schedule.

The experience

The transfer runs between Syracuse and Palermo along Sicily's interior or coast, depending on which stops you choose. A professional driver handles the route in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle stocked with bottled water. The journey takes three to six hours depending on your stops and direction. If you book a direct transfer, you travel straight to your hotel or airport. If you add optional stops, you get free time at each site while the driver waits and brings you onward to your final destination.

The stops available are Piazza Armerina, home to the Roman Villa del Casale with its mosaics; Agrigento, where the Valley of the Temples sits on a ridge above the town; and Cefalù, a fishing village on the north coast with a medieval core and beach. You pick which ones fit your interests and how long to spend at each. The vehicle has WiFi on board, so you can stay connected during the drive.

A surcharge of 20 euros applies if the transfer departs or arrives between 9 p.m. and 7 a.m. Pay it directly to the driver. Infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available on request.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• professional driver.
• bottled water.
• on-board WiFi.
• hotel or airport pickup and drop-off.
• free time at optional stops along the route.

Options for this experience

5 options

Private transfer from Syracuse to Palermo48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Private transfer from or to your hotel between Syracuse and Palermo, lasting 3 hours, with a short coffee break along the way. Travel is by Mercedes van, and pickup is included.

Transfer and tour to Agrigento48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Valley of the Temples tour: Italy has many ancient Roman ruins, but the Valley of the Temples in Sicily is unique, featuring some of the Greek ruins. The tour lasts about 2 hours. Starting from Syracuse or Palermo, the trip stops in Agrigento to visit the Valley of the Temples. Travel is by Mercedes van, and pickup is included.

Cefalu tour with transfer included48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Transfer and tour lasting about 2 hours. Cefalù is a coastal town in northern Sicily, Italy, known for its Norman cathedral. Travel is by Mercedes van, and pickup is included.

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Villa Romana del Casale tour48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Transfer and tour lasting 2 hours, during which you can arrange a visit to Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina, to admire the magnificent Roman-era mosaics that have been admirably preserved over time. Travel is by Mercedes van, and pickup is included.

Tour Piazza Armerina, Agrigento48 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 23:30Transfer and tour running in both directions between Palermo and Syracuse, with optional stops at Villa Romana and Agrigento. Departing from your hotel, the trip includes a tour to Piazza Armerina and Agrigento, and the Palermo leg lasts about 8 hours. Travel is by Mercedes van, and 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.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

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Is this one for you?Choose this transfer if you want to break up the drive between the two cities with sightseeing stops, or book the direct option if you need to reach your hotel or airport without detours. The private vehicle means you set the pace and stops, not a fixed itinerary.

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Top questions

Can children come?

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

Can I stop at more than one site on the way from Syracuse to Palermo?

Yes. You can add stops at Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Cefalù, or any combination of them. You choose which stops interest you and how much time to spend at each one while your driver waits.

What is the Roman Villa del Casale at Piazza Armerina?

The Villa del Casale is a Roman estate famous for its preserved mosaics covering the floors of its rooms. It sits inland in central Sicily and is one of the stops you can add to your transfer route.

How long does the transfer take without stops?

A direct transfer from Syracuse to Palermo or vice versa takes around three hours. Adding stops extends the journey to five or six hours depending on how long you spend at each site.

Is pickup from my hotel included?

Yes, pickup is included. The driver collects you from your hotel or airport in Syracuse or Palermo, depending on your direction, and delivers you to your final destination.

What happens if I travel at night?

A surcharge of 20 euros applies to any transfer departing or arriving between 9 p.m. and 7 a.m. Pay it directly to the driver on the day of travel.