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.

Why you’ll love this…

Explore the Archaeological Park of Neapolis of Syracuse with its Greek theatre and Roman amphitheatre
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

Important to know

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

Entrance tickets for the Neapolis Archaeological Park in Syracuse: €14 for full admission and €7 for reduced tickets (EU citizens aged between 18 and 25 years with valid ID); free for EU citizens under the age of 18

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
In addition to the general meeting point, pick-up is also available in the areas of Taormina by the sea, Giardini Naxos, Recanati and Letojanni, but only upon request. You will find the contact details of the local organiser on your voucher

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What’s included

Multilingual tour leader
Local guide services as per program
Transport by air-conditioned bus
Guided tour
Guided walking tour
Pickup and drop-off from designated areas

What’s not included

Food and drinks
Entrance fees

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

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

Meeting point:

The general meeting point is the main Bus Terminal in Via Pirandello (not the Greek theatre). Getting out from the Porta Messina arch, take Via Pirandello on the right and going down the hill for about 500 m you will find it on the right hand. Please be at the meeting point at least 5 minutes before departure.