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Syracuse guided tour from Taormina

Terminal Interbus Taormina, Piazza Luigi Pirandello, Taormina, ME, Italia, Taormina, Italy

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Overview

Languages

English, Italian, German

Voucher type

mobile

What To Expect

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.

What to remember

Important info

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

What's included

Multilingual tour leader. Local guide services as per program. Transport by air-conditioned bus

What's not included

Food and drinks. Entrance fees

Know Before You Go

Highlights

Explore the Archeological Park of Neapolis of Syracuse with its Greek theater and Roman amphitheater. 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

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your tour until a day in advance

Provider

SAT Group

Meeting Point

The meeting point is the main Bus Terminal in Via Pirandello and not the Greek theater. Getting out from the Porta Messina arch, take Via Pirandello on the right and going down the hill you will find it on the right after 500 m.