Today’s destination is the beautiful city of Syracuse, located in the southern part of the island – along the way you will cross one of the most beautiful coastal stretches of Sicily.
Syracuse is built on an ancient Greek settlement; the city was founded by the Corinthians in 734 BC.
The tour begins with a visit to the archaeological area of Neapolis: the Greek theater, the Roman amphitheater and the Latomia del Paradiso, the Ear of Dionysius and the “Ara di Hyeron”.
After a short drive we arrive in Ortigia, the true heart of the city, we stop to walk through the picturesque streets of the ancient historic center, of particular interest are: Piazza Duomo and the Cathedral, built on the remains of an ancient Greek temple, the famous Aretusa fountain, with its papyrus plants, overlooking the turquoise Ionian Sea. Another important place to visit is the characteristic local market, located in the heart of Ortigia, full of vegetables, fish and other typical local products.
At the end of the tour you will return to your destination. The tour will end at the place you have chosen.
Tour
Details
Tour Description
Tour includes
Water
Insurance
Tour does not include
Local guide
Tips are at the discretion of the customer
Notes
Travel in Sicily with AlternativEtna
Unique experiences on Etna: 4×4 vehicles, trekking between craters and breathtaking views of the majestic Sicilian volcano. Book your excursion today!
Explore Etna by 4x4: 1923 lava flow, 2002 lava front and Piano Provenzana. Unique experience among flora, fauna and breathtaking views
Discover Etna and Taormina: breathtaking views, unique flora and fauna. Visit the Etna villages, Piano Provenzana at 1800 m and the Pearl of the Mediterranean, Taormina
Admire Castelmola and Taormina: breathtaking views, history and shopping along Corso Umberto. Unforgettable experience in Sicily
Discover Messina and Taormina: history, art and breathtaking views. Visit the Cathedral of Messina and the Greek-Roman Theatre of Taormina
Visit Catania and the Riviera dei Ciclopi: art, culture and fish market. Explore the historical sites and the suggestive coast of eastern Sicily
Explore Syracuse and Ortigia: ancient Greek ruins, picturesque squares, and local markets. A journey into the heart of Sicily
Walk through the Godfather locations in Savoca and Forza D'Agrò, then discover Taormina with its ancient theatre and incredible views
Frame Sicily with your camera! Unique tours among ancient villages, breathtaking landscapes and traditions. Capture emotions in photos during an unforgettable day
Travel the streets of Sicily with the Montalbano Tour: Sicilian Baroque, Modica, delicious chocolate and Montalbano's house in Punta Secca