Book a small size shared transfer from Palermo (West side) to Syracuse (South-East side) that includes sightseeing stopover in Agrigento to explore two of Sicily’s UNESCO-listed sights: the ancient Greek ruins of the Valley of the Temples and the Roman Villa in Piazza Armerina.
Today at 7:45 AM, be ready at the pick-up location to meet our driver. We will depart through the interior of Sicily to reach Agrigento and visit the Valley of the Temples. This includes a two-hour, self-guided audio tour of this significant UNESCO World Heritage site, which features the Temple of Hera, the Temple of Concordia, the Temple of Hercules, and the Temple of Zeus. According to legend, Agrigento was founded by Daedalus and his son Icarus after fleeing Crete by air. Historically, it was established in 582 B.C. by Rhodian-Cretan colonists from nearby Gela, who named the city Akragas after the nearby river. The city quickly grew in size, importance, and military strength under its first tyrant, Phalarides, and later under Theron, who extended his influence over northern Sicily up to Himera.
This afternoon, we will continue to Piazza Armerina for an independent visit to the stunning mosaic floors at the Roman Villa of Casale, another UNESCO Heritage site. Built in the 4th century AD, the villa was forgotten until 20th-century excavations revealed the entire structure. It is considered the finest example of a luxurious Roman villa, covering about 3,500 square meters of floor mosaics, and was likely the residence of a Roman upper-class member. The mosaics here are highly regarded by scholars of antiquity. The visit inside the Roman Villa will be self-guided, with information boards in each room.
Later, we will proceed to Siracusa, with an estimated arrival time of around 6:45 PM, depending on traffic conditions.
Please note that the tour requires a minimum of two participants to operate.
Points of Interest
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P.za Giuseppe Verdi, 59
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Syracuse
- Vehicle with air conditioning
- Independent visits as per itinerary
- Each passenger can travel with up to a bag of 20 kg (80 x 120 x 120 cm) and 8 Kg (55 x 40 x 20 cm)
- English speaking staff
- Audio-Guide and Admission fee package to visit the Valley of the Temples
- Visits as per itinerary
- Pick-up/Drop off at hotel
- Gratuities and tips
- Licensed Tourist guide
- Admission fee to visit the Roman Villa (payable on the spot)
- Meals and Beverages not specified
- The duration of the tour is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the day and traffic conditions
- Comfortable walking shoes recommended
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.