Syracuse, Ortygia and Noto, Private Tour from Catania

Knowledgeable and passionate multilingual driver/tour leader

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Catania and nearby area

Free Snack with typical Sicilian street food, water, and Etna wine

Small group maximum 8 people

Informative brochure and maps for the archeological areas

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Parco Archeologico della Neapolis, Via Paradiso 14, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy

The tour will start with the visit of the Neapolis in Syracuse, the famous archaeological park in the countryside of Syracuse. This place hosts, amonst the others, the Greek Theatre, Ear of Dionysius and the Latomie. you’ll discover the second biggest Greek Theater in the world and an Roman amphitheater. We will descend into a limestone quarry which is now a very green and peaceful area filled with lemon and orange trees where we can admire a carved out cave called Dionysius' Ear.

Our guide is not allowed to enter inside the area. We will provide for an informative brochure and map.

The stop here lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes give or take

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Ortigia, Corso Umberto, 96100, Syracuse, Sicily Italy

We will then reach the lovely peninsula of Ortygia. We will pass from the historical market, where you will taste typical Sicilian specialities, and you will discover folk every day situations. Then we will see the ruins of the Temple of Apollo, with a lovely walking, you will finally admire the Duomo square with its beautiful white Cathedral of “Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception”, erected on the Ancient Greek temple of Athena. The walk will continue till the Fountain of Arethusa, a legendary fresh water spring with a fountain, where will see the Papyrus plantation.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto, Sicily Italy

After lunch we will drive to Noto, a jewel of Sicilian Baroque, Unesco heritage. Noto is considered an “open air museum”. Here we will visit its main street coming from the “Porta Reale”, passing by the Church of St. Francesco with the majestic staircase. Palazzo Ducezio is located in Piazza Municipio. Admiring the many palaces and churches , you cannot miss the visit of the Cathedral Church with the Bishop’s Palace and the Church of San Salvatore.

Noto is considered the capital of the Baroque in Sicily, thank to its stone garden.

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Infant seats available"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time:
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
1-3 Persons
1/29/2024 - 1/28/20254-8 Persons
1/29/2024 - 1/28/2025
Duration: 8 To 9 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
When the pick-up at the hotel is difficult for the driver, we arrange a meeting point close to your accommodation.

Ports

• Port of Catania

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Snacks
• Bottled water
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• WiFi on board
• Fuel surcharge
• Parking Fees
• Driver
• Entry/Admission - Parco Archeologico della Neapolis

Not Included

• Lunch
• Entrance Tickets to the historical sites

Facilities