Through our exclusive Tour + Transfer, we will take you directly from your accommodation to discover the underground cemetery of the Capuchin monks and go on a journey through time and space to a mysterious and absolutely fascinating world. Alongside its incredible collection of skeletons and mummified bodies, the Catacombs of the Capuchin Friars host a mass of documents and information that have enabled us to reconstruct and understand the traditions and customs of a society of the past.
After visiting the Catacombs with a guide, you will head for the Cathedral of Monreale, once part of a self-sufficient fortified complex that included a royal palace, an episcopate and an abbey. Located on the slopes of Mount Caputo, the complex of Monreale was surrounded by crenellated walls interspersed with defensive towers and embellished with geometric inlays that could be admired from the Conca d'Oro below.
The Cloister, with its colorful mosaics is considered to be built in its kind.
The Cathedral of Monreale has maintained its original configuration and its origins of "ecclesia munita", emphasized by the two mighty square towers that stand on both sides of the facade. A coffee break with typical Sicilian products and transfer to your accommodation is included in the tour price.
Palermo Catacombs And Monreale Half-day Tour
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Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Duration: 4 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
09:00 AM Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
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Departure Details :
Traveler pickup is offered
All hotels, b&b, guest houses in Palermo
Ports
Port of Palermo -
Return Details :
Returns to original departure point
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Cancellation Policy : This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
Through our exclusive Tour + Transfer, we will take you directly from your accommodation to visit the Catacombs of the Capuchin friars and the Cathedral of Monreale on the slopes of Mount Caputo. The Cloister, with its colorful mosaics, is considered the most sought after monument that can be built in its kind. This only after discovering the underground cemetery of Capuchin monks on a journey through time and space to an absolutely fascinating, mysterious and fascinating world. A coffee break of typical Sicilian products, and the return transfer is included in the ticket.
Highlights
- All entrance fees included
- Led by a local guide
- Excellent value for money
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Inclusions
Local expert guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off only in Palermo city
Tour&Travel Insurance
Tour escort/host
Coffee and/or Tea
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private transportation
Exclusions
entrance tickets to the monuments
Entry/Admission - Catacombe dei Cappuccini
Entry/Admission - Duomo di Monreale
Entry/Admission - Benedictine Cloister
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
This tour requires a 2 person minimum to book
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
Traveler Reviews
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Bellissima escursione accompagnati da Consuelo che ci ha fatto scoprire luoghi carichi di storia e suggestione.
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Our guide was very knowledgeable about the sights we saw. He showed us things which we would never have seen. He was very responsive to our questions and we even discussed subjects in present day Sicily.
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We checked in the day before tour at phone number given: no answer so left a message. No response. Called back twice: no response. Third time got someone who did not speak English except to say « guide sick » and hung up. had hotel call back and concierge spoke with Domenico who said tour cancelled and hung up. Hotel called back and made him promise a refund (got notification a few hours later). Extremely unprofessional: no answer no notifications and had to push for a refund
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Exceptional. Simon, our guide was wonderful. Knowledgeable, nice, informative and friendly. Simon loves Palermo and Monreale and it shows in how he conducts his tours. Gabriele was very friendly and is an expert driver. We highly recommend this tour to the amazing catacombs and beautiful Monreale.
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Exceptional. Simon, our guide was wonderful. Knowledgeable, nice, informative and friendly. Simon loves Palermo and Monreale and it shows in how he conducts his tours. Gabriele was very friendly and is an expert driver. We highly recommend this tour to the amazing catacombs and beautiful Monreale.
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This is not a tour.. we were picked up at our hotel and driven to sights. There is NO tour guide who explains the sights. We were charged $77 each for a ride to the sights. We would have been better off going on our own to Monreale and Catacombs.
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La gita a Monreale con la Guida Annamaria Alaimo e l'autista Giovanni é stata eccezionale. Non si poteva desiderare di più. Annamaria ci ha illustrato benissimo tutto, un vero piacere ascoltarla e seguirla, ha utilizzato anche i tempi morti del tragitto per spiegare e rispondere alle nostre domande. Il giro organizzato molto bene, puntualissimi negli orari, piacevole anche la sosta per caffè e pasticcini, utile la mezz'ora libera per vedere ognuno quello che voleva. Annamaria è riuscita anche a rendere interessante la visita alla Cripta che sinceramente non ci attraeva. Bravissimo Giovanni a districarsi nel traffico di Palermo.
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Abbiamo fatto la visita guidata con la guida Anna Maria Alaimo. Il tour è molto interessante, Monreale stupenda e le catacombe suggestive. Guida preparata e appassionata. Buono anche il servizio del driver (veicolo nuovissimo). Ottima l'organizzazione del tour che ha offerto anche colazione a Monreale (una bella coccola!)
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What a great tour! Simon was super friendly and knowledgeable about Monreale and Palermo. He connected with our group so well. As a bonus, he picked us up at our hotel. Would highly recommend this tour for a comprehensive overview of the city
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Had a wonderful day with Simon, our guide. He was very knowledgeable and interesting. The cathedral at Monreale is very beautiful and well worth the visit. The Catacombes were absolutely fascinating and my favourite part. I am so pleased we had the opportunity to visit, although wouldn’t recommend taking children as they may be frightened. It was such a privilege to be part of the tour.
