The tour will focus on the Arab period of Sicily and in particular of western Sicily from 827 to 1091. We will also cover the subsequent period up to the Muslim persecution in the mid-13th century. We will visit the most interesting places closest to the starting point of the tour, related to this long historical period.
We will visit the most Arab place in western Sicily: the casbah in the historic center of Mazara del Vallo, is more than an hour's drive from Trapani.
Along the itinerary we will cross the natural reserves of the salt pans, the city of Marsala and obviously Trapani. Therefore, I will take the opportunity to focus on other historical aspects of western Sicily and other Arab influences.
It is also possible to stop at lunchtime in a selected Arab restaurant for a specific Arabian food experience.
To highlight:
I will be your historical guide during the tour
All entrance tickets included
Departure from the hotel included
Flexibility to customize your itinerary according to your preferences
Possibility of any vegetarian or vegan lunches or dinners
Additional Information
No age limit for the tour
Vegetarian and vegan meal options are available (please advise at time of booking if required)
The half day tour can be combined with other visits and excursions (please get in touch to discuss available options)
Tour Options:
It is possible to organize a collection from any point in the province of Trapani (Trapani, Marsala, Mazara del Vallo, Alcamo, San Vito lo Capo, Erice, Castelvetrano, Castellammare del Golfo and other localities in the area)
There is an additional cost for a collection in the provinces of Palermo and Agrigento
Departure Point: From your hotel / accommodation / cruise port
Departure time:
Day trip: Morning
Half day tour: Morning or Afternoon
The exact departure time is flexible and can be customized to suit your itinerary.