Syracuse and Ortygia Island guided tour from Taormina
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Enjoy an excursion by bus with a multilingual tour leader to Syracuse, one of the most ancient Greek colonies in Sicily, a heritage of humanity and a UNESCO site.Upon arrival in Syracuse, meet with the multilingual local guide and visit the V century BC archaeological area where you'll see the Greek Theatre (there will be a theatre set on-site during the summer), the Roman Amphitheatre, the Altar of Hieron II, and the Latomies of Paradise with the Ear of Dionysius. After that, visit the historical centre of the island of Ortigia, with the Temple of Apollo, the Cathedral, the important Baroque church built on an ancient temple, and the Fountain of Arethusa with the famous papyrus plant. Lastly, enjoy free time for an individual walking tour to the Grand Harbour with the 'Foro Italico' on Porto Grande.
Highlights
- Explore the Archaeological Park of Neapolis of Syracuse with its Greek theatre and Roman amphitheatre
- Explore the Roman and Greek ruins, including the Altar of Hieron II
- Visit the island of Ortygia and discover the Baroque monuments such as the Duomo
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
Available in English, Italian, German
What's included
- Multilingual tour leader
- Local guide services as per program
- Transport by air-conditioned bus
- Guided tour
- Guided walking tour
- Pickup and drop-off from designated areas
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees
Where you'll meet
The general meeting point is the main Bus Terminal in Via Pirandello (not the Greek theatre). Getting out from the Porta Messina arch, take Via Pirandello on the right and going down the hill for about 500 m you will find it on the right hand. Please be at the meeting point at least 5 minutes before departure.
Operated by
SAT Group
Important information
Extra fees to be paid on-site:
* Entrance tickets for the Neapolis Archaeological Park in Syracuse: €14 for full admission and €7 for reduced tickets (EU citizens aged between 18 and 25 years with valid ID); free for EU citizens under the age of 18
Know in advance:
* Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men and women to visit churches and sacred places
* Pickup along the route can be requested after booking; please see the instructions on the voucher
* Infants (age 0-2): free of charge
* In addition to the general meeting point, pick-up is also available in the areas of Taormina by the sea, Giardini Naxos, Recanati and Letojanni, but only upon request. You will find the contact details of the local organiser on your voucher
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