Private 8-hour tour of Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto
Product code 477125P3
From
From EUR 650
Dates
Available from Nov 7, 2024
Start times
9:00 AM
Travelers
Traveler ages 0-120
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Private 8-hour tour of Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto
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Duration
8 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Italian, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Europe/Rome
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From
From EUR 650
Private 8-hour tour of Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto
Duration
8 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Italian, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Europe/Rome
Why Travelers Love This
Immerse yourself in the history of Greek art and stroll among the most important Baroque palaces in Sicily. We will be headed to Syracuse, the most important Greek colony in Sicily. The Neapolis Archaeological Park, now a protected oasis, is immersed in a natural setting with monuments unique in the world: The Ancient Theater - The Ear of Dionysius - The Ropemen's Cave - The Roman Amphitheater - The Altar of Hieron II - The Latomia of Paradise. The island of Ortigia. The Temple of Apollo, the Diana Fountain, the Cathedral and the Church of S. Lucia. Then we will walk through the alleys until we reach Fonte Aretusea, a body of water within which the ancient "Ciperus Papirus" plant grows. Noto, UNESCO World Heritage Site, undisputed home of the Baroque. There we will admire the imposing Palace of the Franciscan Friars, that of the Benedictine Friars, the Cathedral of S. Nicola, the Palazzo Ducezio and the best example of Sicilian Baroque: Palazzo Nicolaci.
Overview
Immerse yourself in the history of Greek art and stroll among the most important Baroque palaces in Sicily. We will be headed to Syracuse, the most important Greek colony in Sicily. The Neapolis Archaeological Park, now a protected oasis, is immersed in a natural setting with monuments unique in the world: The Ancient Theater - The Ear of Dionysius - The Ropemen's Cave - The Roman Amphitheater - The Altar of Hieron II - The Latomia of Paradise. The island of Ortigia. The Temple of Apollo, the Diana Fountain, the Cathedral and the Church of S. Lucia. Then we will walk through the alleys until we reach Fonte Aretusea, a body of water within which the ancient "Ciperus Papirus" plant grows. Noto, UNESCO World Heritage Site, undisputed home of the Baroque. There we will admire the imposing Palace of the Franciscan Friars, that of the Benedictine Friars, the Cathedral of S. Nicola, the Palazzo Ducezio and the best example of Sicilian Baroque: Palazzo Nicolaci.
What's Included
Included
Private transportation
Not included
Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Continue on via Etnea, corner of via Umberto in front of the SAVIA bar
End point
Continue on via Etnea, corner of via Umberto in front of the SAVIA bar
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
1 hour 30 minutes
Stop 1
Syracuse, the most important Greek colony in Sicily. Once there, we will stop for 90 minutes to admire the monuments of the ancient Mediterranean in the Neapolis Archaeological Park. The Park, now a protected oasis, is immersed in a natural setting with monuments unique in the world: The Ancient Theater - The Ear of Dionysius - The Ropemen's Cave - The Roman Amphitheater - The Altar of Hieron II - The Latomia of Paradise.
Stop 2
2 hours
Stop 2
The island of Ortigia. We will visit the historic market, with its scents and colors, the Temple of Apollo, the Diana Fountain, the Duomo or 'Metropolitan Cathedral of the Nativity of the Holy Mary'" and the Church of S. Lucia. Then we will walk through the alleys until we reach Fonte Aretusea, a body of water within which the ancient "Ciperus Papirus" plant grows.
Stop 3
1 hour 30 minutes
Stop 3
Noto, UNESCO world heritage site, undisputed home of the Baroque. There we will admire the imposing Palace of the Franciscan Friars, that of the Benedictine Friars, the Cathedral of S. Nicola, the Palazzo Ducezio and the great example of Sicilian Baroque: Palazzo Nicolaci.
Additional Info
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Travel time by car: 3 hours
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
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