- Duration: 9 hours
- Priority access
- Mobile ticket
- Photos w/no flash
- Guided tour
- Accessible
Description
Leave Taormina behind for an exclusive tour through eastern Sicily. Discover Syracuse and one of antiquity’s most significant archaeological sites, then take a leisurely stroll among Ortigia’s Baroque marvels!
Begin your private visit to Ortigia, Syracuse’s breathtaking historic island
Your private tour starts with a pick-up from Taormina and a transfer to Ortigia, the historic center of Syracuse. A charismatic and knowledgeable local guide will lead you through the town’s main streets, sharing the story of its origins along the way. One of the visit’s highlights is the ancient "Duomo". It stands on the remains of the celebrated Temple of Athena, once the city’s dominant place of worship.
The temple is no longer used for pagan worship. A Byzantine cathedral in the full Baroque style now stands on its stepped foundation, surrounded by the ancient columns. Before heading to the next stop, you’ll have time to explore the attractions on the other island and enjoy a **traditional Sicilian lunch**!Ear of Dionysus, named for its resemblance to an ear’s outer shape. Legend has it that the tyrant Dionysus ordered the cave built as a prison for his enemies, then listened in on their conversations; the author Caravaggio later recounted the story.
Highlights
- Discover Syracuse’s stunning historic center, Ortigia .
- Make the most of the personalized attention of our experienced guide .
- Visit one of the most important archeological sites of Italy in Syracuse .
- Sample a traditional Sicilian lunch.
Private Day Excursion To Syracuse And Ortigia From Taormina
Private Day Excursion To Syracuse And Ortigia From Taormina
Private Day Excursion To Syracuse And Ortigia From Taormina
Private Day Excursion To Syracuse And Ortigia From Taormina
Private Day Excursion To Syracuse And Ortigia From Taormina
What's included
- Personalized attention
- Professional Monolingual speaking driver
- Round-trip transportation from Taormina/Giardini Naxos by luxury A/C Mercedes Minivan or Minibus
- Guided walking tour of Siracusa (Ortigia) with professional Monolingual speaking guide
- Guided visit of Siracusa archeological park (tickets included)
- Typical Sicilian lunch
- Water on board
Meeting Point
Meet our tour leader in Taormina, inside the parking of the the Bus Terminal, via Pirandello 75, near the Rico Caffè.
Cancellation Policy
For bookings from 1 to 8 people: 8 DAYS Cancellation policy. Full penalty applies for cancellations in the last 7 DAYS prior to tour departure and no-shows.
For bookings up to 9 people: availability and cancellation policy ON REQUEST! This tour runs on rain or shine.
To remember
- Please note that Italy's law doesn't permit selling alcoholic beverages to teens under 18 y.o.
- so clients under this age will be served non-alcoholic beverages.Please let us know in advance any special needs or impaired mobility of the clients and we will do our best to accommodate them.We strongly suggest good walking shoes (no flip-flops!) as well as hat and sunscreen.
