Syracuse, Ortygia & Noto small group Tour from Catania with lunch

4.6
(95 reviews)

9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 5 more

Discover the treasures of Syracuse Ortigia and Noto on a full day tour with a savvy guide. Explore the Greek beauties in the archeological area of Syracuse, hidden alleys and magic fountain in Ortigia, marveling at Sicilian Baroque architecture. You’ll see top attractions like Nepaolis, Duomo Square of Ortigia, and the beautiful churches, builinding and balconies of Noto. Visit these places in only one day, with a comfortable and luxury vehicle, pick-up and drop off at your accommodation, small groups, accompanied by multilingual, experienced, professional and local driver/guide. Enjoy the best way to discover the greek culture and the baroque treasures, for a comfortable, safety and relaxing trip in Sicily,

What's Included

Lunch
Landing and facility fees
Driver
Fuel surcharge
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Hotel pickup and drop-off or meeting point close to your accommodation
Touristic guide inside the historical places/churches/museums
Biglietti di ingresso

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Departure Point: Catania. Ask us for further information about pick-up point in Taormina, Acitrezza, Acicastello, Giardini Naxos. Dates: See Availability Return point: The return location is the same of the departure point.

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Meeting point

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    The Syracuse and Noto tour will start with the visit of the Neapolis in Syracuse, the famous archaeological park in the countryside of Syracuse. This place houses also the Greek Theatre, Ear of Dionysius and the Latomie. The visit will last an hour and a half.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2

    We will then reach the lovely peninsula of Ortigia. Starting From the ruins of the Temple of Apollo, with a lovely walking, you will finally admire the Duomo square with is beautiful white Cathedral of “Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception”, erected on the Ancient Greek temple of Athena. The walking will continue till the Fountain of Arethusa, a legendary fresh water spring with a fountain.UNESCO declared Syracuse World Heritage Site in 2005. Here in Ortigia we will offer you a tipycal sicilian snack made of "Tavola Calda" with water and red wine. Or, if you prefer, you will have one hour of spare time to have lunch in one of the many amazing restaurants in the alleys of the city.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3

    After lunch we will drive to Noto, a jewel of Sicilian Baroque, Unesco heritage. Noto is considered a “open air museum”. Here we will visit its main street coming from the “Porta Reale”, pass by the Church of St. Francesco with the majestic staircase. Palazzo Ducenzio is located in Piazza Municipio. Admiring the many palaces and churches , it is not possible to miss the visit of the Cathedral Church

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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