Mozia, Marsala Wine & Erice – Day Trip from Trapani
Explore the Phoenician heritage of Mozia, Marsala's wine traditions and medieval Erice on a guided excursion from Trapani, combining the Stagnone Lagoon, Sicilian cuisine and scenic hilltop streets.
Highlights
- Phoenician Mozia
- Marsala's Wine Traditions
- Medieval Erice
Overview
Begin near the lagoon, where shallow waters, salt basins and traditional windmills reflect the region's long maritime history. From an authorised embarkation point, cross by boat to Mozia, the island of San Pantaleo, where the remains of a Phoenician settlement and the Whitaker Museum reveal Sicily's ancient connections with the Mediterranean world. Boat and admission arrangements must be specified in the confirmed proposal.
Continue towards Marsala, internationally known for its winemaking traditions. Discover the town's wine heritage, with a winery visit and tasting subject to the supplier and services confirmed for the excursion. Enjoy the Sicilian lunch included in the package, with the exact restaurant, menu and beverages set out in the travel arrangements.
The excursion then reaches Erice, perched above Trapani. Walk through its stone streets and historic squares and admire panoramic views towards the coastline and Egadi Islands, weather permitting.
Return to Trapani after a day combining archaeology, food and wine and medieval heritage. The proposed sequence requires careful timing and must be checked against the group size, boat timetable and the duration sold.
The programme
- 1
Step 1
Departure from Trapani and the Stagnone Lagoon
Meet your guide at the agreed Trapani pickup point and travel by road towards the Stagnone Lagoon near Marsala. Admire the coastal landscape of salt pans and traditional windmills before reaching the authorised embarkation point for Mozia. The boat service operates according to local weather and departure arrangements.
Trapani; Stagnone Lagoon - 2
Step 2
Mozia: Phoenician Heritage
Cross the lagoon to Mozia, also known as San Pantaleo Island, an important Phoenician trading settlement. Discover its archaeological remains and the Whitaker Museum, including objects that illustrate the island's ancient Mediterranean connections. Admission and boat tickets must follow the services specifically confirmed in the final proposal.
Mozia - 3
Step 3
Marsala: Wine Traditions and Sicilian Lunch
Return to the mainland and continue to the Marsala area, renowned for its historic wineries. Where confirmed with the supplier, visit a winery and enjoy a tasting of regional wines. A traditional Sicilian lunch at a local trattoria is included, with menu and beverages set out in the travel documents. The order and duration of these activities require careful coordination with the boat timetable.
Marsala - 4
Step 4
Erice: Medieval Streets and Coastal Views
Travel towards Erice, perched above Trapani. Discover its characteristic stone streets, churches and historic buildings, with panoramic viewpoints across the coastline and Egadi Islands. The visit must be paced according to the total excursion duration and the time remaining after Mozia and Marsala.
Erice - 5
Step 5
Return to Trapani
After exploring Erice, return to the agreed Trapani drop-off point. The advertised duration of six hours requires confirmation against the actual operating schedule, boat connection and lunch arrangements before the excursion can be sold without qualification.
Trapani
Included
- Local guide for the scheduled excursion, with language and guiding arrangements confirmed in the final proposal.
- Minivan or coach transportation along the scheduled route from Trapani and back.
- Pickup from a Trapani hotel accessible by the excursion vehicle or from an agreed Trapani meeting point, as specified in the confirmed arrangements.
- Traditional Sicilian lunch at a local trattoria, with the exact menu and included beverages confirmed in the travel proposal.
Not included
- Beverages during meals
- Tips and extras in general
- Anything not explicitly indicated under the section "The price includes"
Entrance fees & tickets
- All entrances on sites and museums are included
Good to know
- Insider tip
- Erice is known for traditional almond sweets and genovesi pastries. The Stagnone Lagoon is especially picturesque when the salt pans and windmills can be viewed in good light. Additional tastings and purchases are optional unless expressly included.
- Accessibility
- The boat boarding arrangements for Mozia, uneven archaeological paths and the steps and cobbled streets of Erice can be challenging for people with reduced mobility. Step-free access and adapted transport must be confirmed individually before booking.
- What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes for Mozia's archaeological paths and Erice's cobblestones; drinking water, a hat and sun protection; seasonal layers for the breezy coastal and hilltop areas; a small day bag.
- Important information
- The excursion starts and ends in Trapani. The current advertised duration is approximately six hours, but the full Mozia–Marsala–Erice route, boat crossing, lunch and possible winery activities require an operational timing check before sale. Boat access to Mozia depends on weather and sailing arrangements. The inclusions of boat tickets, Mozia admissions and any winery tasting must be stated explicitly in the confirmed proposal; do not assume that transport or tasting fees are covered merely because the places are mentioned. Lunch is included according to the confirmed menu. Wine tasting participants responsible for driving should not consume alcohol.