Who We Are
Sicily Insiders is a team of licensed tour guides born and raised in Agrigento. For several decades we have been
leading travelers through the Valley of the Temples, the Archaeological Museum, the coast of Realmonte, and the
literary landscapes of Pirandello and Camilleri. Alongside our senior guides with 25–30 years of experience,
we proudly include a new generation of young professionals trained in archaeology, history, and cultural studies.
What unites us is simple: a deep connection to Agrigento, a passion for Sicilian culture, and the desire to share
the island’s stories with accuracy, warmth, and authenticity. Our tours are designed to be more than visits —
they are cultural experiences shaped by local knowledge, field research, and decades of guiding.
Our Story
Sicily Insiders was founded by guides who grew up among the temples, the sea, and the historic quarters of Agrigento.
Over the years, we have expanded our itineraries to include archaeology, literature, WWII history, coastal walks,
genealogical research, and thematic cultural experiences. Today, our team blends long-standing expertise with
new voices — a balance that keeps our work both rooted and dynamic.
We collaborate with universities, cultural institutions, and international travel publishers. Our work has been
featured in major guidebooks and travel media, and we continue to refine our tours with the same curiosity and
dedication that inspired us on day one.
What International Guides Say About Us
Rick Steves — Sicily Travel Guide
Rick Steves highlights Michele Gallo as a knowledgeable archaeology specialist offering excellent tours of the
Valley of the Temples and the Archaeological Museum, along with thematic experiences on WWII and Sicilian writers,
including Camilleri’s Montalbano.
Fodor’s Sicily — Travel Guide
Fodor’s describes Michele as an outstanding English‑speaking guide whose passion for Sicily remains strong after
decades of work. They praise his lively archaeological tours and his wide portfolio of themed itineraries, from
literary journeys to WWII sites and genealogical research.
The Rough Guide to Sicily
Rough Guide recommends hiring a guide to bring the Valley of the Temples to life, noting Michele’s talent and
deep knowledge of Agrigento’s ancient history.
Center for Responsible Tourism — Washington D.C.
The Center for Responsible Tourism highlights SicilyTravel.net (our earlier platform) as a valuable resource
offering thematic itineraries across Agrigento and Sicily, recommended by Lonely Planet, the Washington Post,
and TripAdvisor.
Our Approach
We believe that guiding is both a craft and a responsibility. Every tour is shaped by:
- • Accurate historical and archaeological interpretation
- • Local storytelling rooted in lived experience
- • Respect for cultural heritage and sustainable tourism
- • A balance between senior expertise and new academic voices
Whether you join us for archaeology, literature, coastal landscapes, or family heritage research, our goal is to
offer a meaningful encounter with Sicily — its history, its people, and its soul.