Excursion Favignana island tour at Trapani

Discover the rich island beauty, history and culture of Favignana Island during this panoramic, half-day sightseeing excursion via hydrofoil.

Trapani, Hydrofoil-Ride, Favignana Island, Natural Cove, Tonnara Florio

Depart the pier for the brief walk to the hydrofoil departure pier, then embark your awaiting hydrofoil for the scenic, approximately 45-minute ride to Favignana, the largest of the Egadi Islands. Favignana is located approximately 4.3 miles (about seven kilometres) from the west coast of Sicily, between Trapani and Marsala. The village rises around a natural cove where the harbour is structured. On its shores stand the buildings of the ancient 'Tonnara Florio', a tuna fishery and factory.

Mediterranean Architecture, White Plastering, Blue-or-Green Windows, Bush Shrubs, Pine Forest

Favignana is also part of the Egadi Islands Nature Reserve, which was established in 1991. The traditional Mediterranean architecture of the island, characterized by white plastering and blue or green windows, have been rediscovered and valorised, especially in recent years. The island is mainly covered by Mediterranean scrub made of bush shrubs and Mediterranean pine forests.

Village Centre, Florio Palace, Tonnara Florio, Videos, Antiquarium, Artefacts

Upon arrival, take a guided walking tour through the centre of the ancient village. Along the way, an exterior photo stop is made at the neo-Gothic Florio Palace. Built by Ignazio Florio between 1876 and 1878, the palace is now owned by the municipality; today, it hosts the tourist information office. Next, visit Tonnara Florio, the former Favignana tuna fishery and factory. Although no longer in operation due to the reduced number of tuna caught, it was restored between 2003 and 2009. Inside, you can watch videos about the tuna fishery and visit the Antiquarium to view historical finds recovered in the sea of the Egadi Islands. Following your tour and some free time at your leisure, embark the hydrofoil for the ride back to the hydrofoil departure pier, then commence the short walk back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Trapani, Hydrofoil-Ride, Favignana Island, Natural Cove, Tonnara Florio, Village Centre, Florio Palace, Tonnara Florio, Videos, Antiquarium, Artefacts

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking for approximately 3 km, with a few steps to negotiate inside the Tonnara Florio. This tour is not suitable for guests prone to motion sickness, this tour is wheel-chair accessible however guests must be able to embark and disembark the vehicle/vessel without assistance. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection and Euros for purchases from the ship. Proper attire is required to enter the churches; shorts and bare shoulders are not permitted. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment. Due to Hydrofoil schedule, tour duration can be slightly reduced or increased. Please note that guides may have accents reflecting their regional backgrounds, which adds to the diversity and richness of the experience.