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From Catania: Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto Full-Day Tour

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Activity provider:Sicily Grand Tour
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From Catania: Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto Full-Day Tour

Activity provider:Sicily Grand Tour
4.7  / 569 reviews
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Journey back in time on a tour of 2 beautiful cities of Sicily. Discover the Ancient Greek history of Syracuse and visit the "Garden of Stone" in Noto at the foot of the Iblean Mountains.

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Duration 8 hours
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Spanish, English, Italian
Pickup included
Pick-up possible from your accommodation in Catania or the sea port. Pick-up from Taormina by demand.

Experience

Highlights
  • See the remains of Greek temples in Syracuse
  • Stroll the ancient streets of Ortygia
  • Marvel at the Baroque monuments of Noto
Full description
Explore the Greek history of Syracuse and see the remains of the temples of Apollo and Athena on the island of Ortygia. Visit the Greek theater, see the latomie (stone quarries) of Neapolis and discover the site of ancient Epipoli. Pass the cathedral, where the origins of the Greek Temple of Athena date back to the 5th century BC. Learn the legend of Arethusa, patron figure of Syracuse and get the chance to see paintings by Caravaggio in the Basilica of Santa Lucia.    Next, discover the "Garden of Stone" at Noto, renowned for its Baroque heritage and reconstruction on Meti Hill following an earthquake in 1693.
Includes
  • Pick-up and drop off at your accommodation or port of call
  • All transfers by air-conditioned car or minivan
  • English-speaking driver/guide
  • Gas
  • Parking fees
  • Tolls
  • Meals
  • Tickets
  • Anything not mentioned in what's included

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4.7 /5

based on 69 reviews

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  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Service
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  • Organization
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Very nice way to explore Catania: Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto this way. We had Alessio as a great guide. he picked us up at the hotel and was both a great driver and guide. he knew his history very well and explained a lot! very nice way to visit these beautiful places.

September 21, 2023

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Erik – NetherlandsVerified booking

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It was excellent! Our guide was really good, she give us a lot of interesting facts and information about the locations we visited. Noto was beautiful, Syracuse archeological park was nothing special, but the city was gorgeous, Ortigia is a must visit. Overall it was totally worth it, way better than other trips you can get from Catania for similar or higher prices.

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July 18, 2023

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Stanislav – BulgariaVerified booking

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I absolutely loved my tour today with Alessio! He is not only an awesome guide (warm, friendly, full of knowledge), but also a wonderful human being. I did the Siracusa, Ortygia, Noto tour. I learned so much about the history and culture. I highly recommend you use this company. You won't regret it!

May 17, 2023

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Tina – United StatesVerified booking

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