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3 Days Treasures of the East with a Local Guide -Private Excursions from Catania
3 days
Private
With guide
With local
Multi-Day
About this activity
Itinerary
Day 1: Catania, Cyclops Coast & Taormina (or Etna & Taormina)
Stop At: A' Piscaria Mercato del Pesce, Via Mulino Santa Lucia, 95121 Catania, Sicily Italy
Meet your Guide after breakfast in your hotel and start the day visiting the Baroque center of Catania with the Piazza del Duomo and the symbol of the city, the black elephant. Don't miss the fish market, a rumbustious and fascinating place.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: I Faraglioni Di Acitrezza, Lungomare Di Acitrezza, Catania, Acitrezza, Aci Castello, Sicily Italy
Continue to the Riviera of Cyclops in Acitrezza, a stretch of coastline surrounded by myth and legend. It is said that blinded Polyphemus cast huge rocks towards the ship of Ulysses.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ancient Theatre of Taormina, Via Teatro Greco 1, 98039, Taormina, Sicily Italy
Finally arrive in Taormina, the pearl of the Ionian Sea. Together with your guide you'll visit this lovely town. Walk the streets of the old town and visit the famous ancient Greek theater which has inspired generations of travelers and artists.
Back to Catania in the afternoon.
(Your Choice: alternative itinerary ETNA & TAORMINA).
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Agrigento - The Valley of Temples
Stop At: Valle dei Templi, Piazza Archeologica 1 Via Panoramica Dei Templi, 92100, Agrigento, Sicily Italy
Full day Tour - Pick up at the hotel by your Guide and start the day driving (2h) trough the pleasant hilly landscape covered with wheat fields, vineyards, almond and peach trees. Arrive at the celebrated Valley of the Temples, majestically positioned in the same area on rocky crests south of modern day city. When it was called Akragas, Pindaro considered it to be “the most beautiful among mortal cities”. the largest and best preserved temple ruins outside of mainland Greece. Tour this magnificent archaeological park that consists of several Greek temples, built between 430 and 510 B.C. During the guided tour through the archeological area, from the Temple of Juno, enjoy an excellent view of the entire Valley and the Temple of Concordia which is beautifully preserved. The oldest ruin is traditionally named the Temple of Hercules. After a lunch break drive back to Catania.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Syracuse & Noto
Stop At: Parco Archeologico della Neapolis, Via Paradiso 14, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Full Day Tour - Departure with your guide for SYRACUSE, the Greek capital of Sicily. The city lies in a splendid natural scenery enhanced by the light and beauty of its coast. The most ousted monument in the ancient city is the Theater. 138 meter in diameter and could house 15.000 spectators and more. This area (Neapolis) retains also the Latomie, which are vast caves used for Ancient Greek building. The biggest of the Latomie del Paradiso, also called “Ear of Dionysius”.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Ortigia, Corso Umberto, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
ORTIGIA is the most illustrious ad fascinating district of Syracuse, and presents a coherent and harmonious medieval road network. Several buildings still retain the vestiges of a past which witnessed the presence of a large Jewish colony on Ortygia, whose well-preserved baths may still be admired. The most important centre in the district is the Cathedral Square, onto whose axis the most notable civil and religious buildings converge.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto, Sicily Italy
Continue to the baroque town of NOTO, it represents for the colors of the stone and marble and architectural features a southern twist on this impressive scenic style. One of the most beautiful palaces is Nicolaci-Villadorata Palace, located on the most stimulating street of the city, which has the Church of Montevergine as its scenographic backdrop.
Back at your hotel in Catania.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
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Day 1: Catania, Cyclops Coast & Taormina (or Etna & Taormina)
Stop At: A' Piscaria Mercato del Pesce, Via Mulino Santa Lucia, 95121 Catania, Sicily Italy
Meet your Guide after breakfast in your hotel and start the day visiting the Baroque center of Catania with the Piazza del Duomo and the symbol of the city, the black elephant. Don't miss the fish market, a rumbustious and fascinating place.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: I Faraglioni Di Acitrezza, Lungomare Di Acitrezza, Catania, Acitrezza, Aci Castello, Sicily Italy
Continue to the Riviera of Cyclops in Acitrezza, a stretch of coastline surrounded by myth and legend. It is said that blinded Polyphemus cast huge rocks towards the ship of Ulysses.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ancient Theatre of Taormina, Via Teatro Greco 1, 98039, Taormina, Sicily Italy
Finally arrive in Taormina, the pearl of the Ionian Sea. Together with your guide you'll visit this lovely town. Walk the streets of the old town and visit the famous ancient Greek theater which has inspired generations of travelers and artists.
Back to Catania in the afternoon.
(Your Choice: alternative itinerary ETNA & TAORMINA).
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Agrigento - The Valley of Temples
Stop At: Valle dei Templi, Piazza Archeologica 1 Via Panoramica Dei Templi, 92100, Agrigento, Sicily Italy
Full day Tour - Pick up at the hotel by your Guide and start the day driving (2h) trough the pleasant hilly landscape covered with wheat fields, vineyards, almond and peach trees. Arrive at the celebrated Valley of the Temples, majestically positioned in the same area on rocky crests south of modern day city. When it was called Akragas, Pindaro considered it to be “the most beautiful among mortal cities”. the largest and best preserved temple ruins outside of mainland Greece. Tour this magnificent archaeological park that consists of several Greek temples, built between 430 and 510 B.C. During the guided tour through the archeological area, from the Temple of Juno, enjoy an excellent view of the entire Valley and the Temple of Concordia which is beautifully preserved. The oldest ruin is traditionally named the Temple of Hercules. After a lunch break drive back to Catania.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 3: Syracuse & Noto
Stop At: Parco Archeologico della Neapolis, Via Paradiso 14, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
Full Day Tour - Departure with your guide for SYRACUSE, the Greek capital of Sicily. The city lies in a splendid natural scenery enhanced by the light and beauty of its coast. The most ousted monument in the ancient city is the Theater. 138 meter in diameter and could house 15.000 spectators and more. This area (Neapolis) retains also the Latomie, which are vast caves used for Ancient Greek building. The biggest of the Latomie del Paradiso, also called “Ear of Dionysius”.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Ortigia, Corso Umberto, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy
ORTIGIA is the most illustrious ad fascinating district of Syracuse, and presents a coherent and harmonious medieval road network. Several buildings still retain the vestiges of a past which witnessed the presence of a large Jewish colony on Ortygia, whose well-preserved baths may still be admired. The most important centre in the district is the Cathedral Square, onto whose axis the most notable civil and religious buildings converge.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto, Sicily Italy
Continue to the baroque town of NOTO, it represents for the colors of the stone and marble and architectural features a southern twist on this impressive scenic style. One of the most beautiful palaces is Nicolaci-Villadorata Palace, located on the most stimulating street of the city, which has the Church of Montevergine as its scenographic backdrop.
Back at your hotel in Catania.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- Guided Tours in archeological areas and towns
- Transportation by Mercedes V-Class Minivan
- Bottled water
- Exclusive Private Tour with Licensed Guide Driver
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included
- Winery Visit & Tasting
- Food and drinks
- Accommodation in Catania (booked by traveler)
- Gratuities
- Entry/Admission - Ancient Theatre of Taormina
- Entry/Admission - Valle dei Templi
- Entry/Admission - Parco Archeologico della Neapolis
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
60%
Aquatic
40%
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