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Siracusa – Ortigia & Noto Tour
- Duration8 hours
- Max Travelers8 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryAgent Favorite, Archaeology Tours
Overview
Pick-up from accomodation and transfer to Syracuse where you will visit the wonderful Neapolis Archaeological Park for a walk immersed in the history of the great Greek civilization. Afterwords, visit of Ortigia (Syracuse’s island) and its historical center, where you can wander around the local market, see and buy local products and souvenirs before sitting in a typical characteristic delicatessen shop (BURGIO) where you can taste typical homemade products like delicious selection of cold cuts and cheese, olives, dried tomatoes, aubergines, mushrooms etc…everything served with hot bread to emphasize the special taste of fresh products. Head out to Noto, one of the most important baroque centers in Sicily, where you will admire the most important baroque buildings in Sicily and taste one of our delicious desserts, like cannolo, cassata, granita etc…
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What's included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not included
Lunch
Gratuities
Specialized guide
Entrance fees to attractions
Itinerary
The tour starts with the Neapolis archeological park, the most characteristic part of Syracuse, where you will see the Greek theatre, Latomie del Paradiso, Ear of Dionysius and the Roman amphitheatre.
Next stop will be Ortigia with the ruins of the earliest Greek constructions. Among them, the most important one is the Cathedral of Syracuse which rises on the highest point of the small Island of Ortigia. A very important and famous spot of Ortigia is the Arethusa Fountain, situated on a wide terrace overlooking the sea and where the papyrus plants grow.
Next stop is Noto, where you will visit the ancient baroque town center, one of the most important in Sicily, with beautiful buildings, Churches and the magnificent Cathedral.nnKnown as the Capital of the Baroque: in 2002 its historic center was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, along with the Val di Noto.
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.