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Visit the small baroque villages around Syracuse on a full-day tour. Visit the hilltop city of Ragusa to see its many baroque buildings and enjoy free time to explore. Then, it's on to Modica, famous for its history of chocolate making, where you can sample the delicious dessert. Finally, stop in Noto for a lunch break and more free time to explore the city’s architecture.

Discover the many UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the Noto Valley during this full-day tour from Syracuse. Explore the Baroque-style towns of Ragusa and Scicli, taste the famous Modica chocolate made from an ancient recipe, and discover the rich history of the region from your guide. A light lunch and round-trip transport from Syracuse are included.

Explore the tallest vocano in Europe during this full-day private expedition to Sicily’s iconic Mt. Etna. Enjoy comfortable, climate-controlled transfers, with door-to-door pickup and drop-off from your hotel. Tour itineraries can be adapted to participants, with excursions to lower or upper craters. A panoramic picnic lunch is offered at an additional cost.

The largest active volcano: Mount Etna. Through a beautiful landscape arriving to 1900 mt station. Visit of the Silvestri’s Craters, now extinct. Optional ascent to the area of the main crater with cable car and jeep. Free time for lunch. The trip continues to Taormina, a charming town located in a stunning setting between the Mediterranean Sea and Mount Etna. Free time for shopping on the main street, and wondering around the narrow streets and alleyways.

Departure by bus to Marzamemi, wonderful seaside village! The history of this small village began in 1752 along with the construction of the tonnara, around which the palace of Prince of Villadorata was built. A visit to an artisan workshop where the tuna bottarga is produced, under oil, and it still has traditional methodologies. Continue by bus to Porto Palo di Capo Passero, where you will see the remains of an ancient tuna station dominated by Castle Tafuri.

Discover the excellent food and wine of Syracuse on a 2.5-hour walking tour in Ortygia, the historic old city center. Your knowledgeable local guide takes you to three family-owned eateries to taste a variety of authentic dishes such as appetizers, fresh fish and pastries, accompanied by samples of wine and liquor. You’ll also pass landmarks including the Piazza San Rocco, Piazza del Duomo, Santa Lucia church, Piazza San Giuseppe and the Piazza Archimede with its stunning Fountain of Diana, providing another experience of Sicily’s rich culture.

Some history-focused group walking tours can feel impersonal and rushed. Enjoy an intimate experience on this private walking tour of the small island of Ortygia in the historic center of Syracuse. As you walk from the ancient Greek Temple of Apollo to the Arethusa Fountain and through the Jewish Quarter, your guide reveals the rich history of the ancient city.

Be enchanted by the charm of the island of Ortigia strolling through the maze of alleys that distinguishes it, relive ancient myths and legends still alive in every corner of the island and take in the power of the ancient Greek colony in front of the most beautiful square of Sicily, dominated by the stunning Cathedral in baroque style, once a temple dedicated to Athena.

After discovering ancient city of Syracuse, your guide will bring you to your boat and you will start your 1,5-hour Syracuse boat tour during which you will admire Ortigia Island and North Syracuse from the sea, see picturesque caves and corals, small islands and rocks, and historic landmarks, such as Castello Maniace, the Spanish Walls, the Fountain of Arethusa, the Cathedral, the Church of the Holy Spirit, the Ear of Dionysius cave, the Latomie dei Cappuccini cave, Heart Shape cave, Dolphin rock, Elephant rock and many other interesting sights. During the Boat tour you have light lunch with food and wine tasting

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Taormina and Castelmola are two of eastern Sicily’s top destinations, but the logistics of touring by public transportation can be tedious. On this private tour, save hours with hotel pickup and transportation directly from Syracuse. Enjoy a private walking tour of Taormina to marvel at its Greek Theater and other highlights before heading to the village of Castelmola. Stroll the medieval lanes, stopping at the landmark bar for a sample of almond wine.

Syracuse's UNESCO-listed Neapolis Archaeological Park contains some of Italy's top ancient ruins, but interpreting the Greek and Roman remains on your own can be a challenge. With this private tour, enjoy insights into the history and architecture of highlights like the Greek Theater, Altar of Hieron, and Roman amphitheater while you explore the vast site on foot with your guide.

Explore Noto without the hassle of planning on a private tour with round-trip transport from the doorstep of your Syracuse accommodation. Your guide, who ensures you never get lost, offers an inside perspective and wealth of stories about the town’s rich history and culture. Enjoy your guide's full attention and plenty of time for questions at each stop on the itinerary, from Porta Reale to San Carlo Church.

We will walk through one of Sicily's most beautiful towns, Noto, learning about the history and the secrets of this town, the mother of Sicilian baroque style. It was built after a major earthquake in 1693 that destroyed all of the East of Sicily. Noto city became the inspiration for all the other cities being restored. After this visit we will go to visit a roman Villa with stunning mosaics  and to end the tour we will visit a stunning traditional 17th Century Fishing village, a real master piece of traditional fishing marine industry.

Visit the famous filming locations for the 'Inspector Montalbano' TV series on this tour from Syracuse. See Vigata, Marinella's beach, Don Balduccio's Palace, the police station, Montalbano's house and more. Enjoy the sights of this charming Sicilian town.

Our cars are registered for public use, equipped with the required municipal authorizations and have free access to limited traffic areas and preferential lanes in all cities. Free bottled water wi fi. Our drivers are equipped with the qualifications required for driving public service vehicles. Guided tours of the itineraries are available on request. NB. THE LISTED EXCURSIONS INCLUDE A / R TRANSFER ONLY.

Highlights during this excursions: Private visit of Palazzo Biscari in catania Visit the fish market in Catania private visit of the Godfather's villa "oscar film location"

This tour is ideal for travelers interested in Sicilian wildlife. Visit the peaceful Vendicari Nature Reserve with a naturalist guide who helps you spot birds—flamingos, storks, and herons migration through the area—and takes you to some of Sicily’s least-frequented beaches. Then, visit Noto, the limestone-colored village that is a masterwork of baroque architecture. Plus, get round-trip transportation from your hotel in Syracuse in a luxury car.

Taormina, Savoca and Castelmola: visit the beauties of these three famous little towns in Sicily, starting from the Godfather scenery, in a private way!