Private Tour: Majestic Monuments of Ancient Greece and Splendid Roman Mosaics

Embark on a private tour of the majestic monuments of ancient Greece and splendid Roman mosaics. Immerse yourself in the rich history and artistry of these civilizations while enjoying the comfort of our cars.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Villa Romana del Casale - The tour begins with the visit of “Villa Romana del Casale” in Piazza Armerina, where you can admire the beautiful mosaics of the Roman period. They are among the best preserved in the world and an example of beauty and artistry as an evidence of the good taste that characterized populations of that time.
    The specialized…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • On-board WiFi
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Specialized Guide
  • Admission Tickets for attractions
Additional Information

This excursion offers an intriguing journey back in time, exploring exquisite Roman mosaics that have stood the test of time, a testament to the artistic appreciation of the Roman people. We will also see stunning temples, remnants of Greek civilization, that stand majestic in the valley where Neapolis Akragas was established millennia ago. We look…

Location
Villa Romana del Casale
Strada Provinciale 90
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Ronaldd578
Sep 6, 2024
Guided Tour of Villa and Temples - We could not ask for a better host than Riccardo. He met us on time and drove us to each location. He was full of history, but also helped us with food tips, places to visit, and willing to answer at length any questions that we had. He gave us plenty of time to explore each site and was always available for logistics. You really can't get lost with Riccardo. He explains drop off points and pick up areas perfectly. We would highly recommend this adventure. But ask for Riccardo if you want the fullest experience!!
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Ida_d
Sep 3, 2024
Excellent. - Riccardo was a fantastic driver and very good conversationalist! I had enough time at each location to explore, plus had a delicious lunch at a local spot.
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James_w
Jul 2, 2024
Excellent day out and the Roman Villa is incredible - We booked this tour having no idea of the distances we would travel literally and in time so to speak considering we ended up visiting two incredible ancient monuments. Martino our excellent driver was informative and friendly. As the Villa Romana Casale is in the middle of Sicily it was a long drive so Martino explained things along the way and answered questions when we asked about the towns on the top of hills. It was the first Sunday of the month so entry was free to both the Roman Villa and the Temples at Agrigento. In one way that was a bonus but in another it meant big crowds! Still we arrived at the Villa Romana Del Casale about mid morning and it is vast. You really could spend a day here admiring the incredible villa and the mosaics. Its well planned as its designed to take you up on an elevated walk way so that you can admire the mosaics from above. The place is so extensive and well preserved that its sets your mind to wondering about the kind of people that lived here and the lives they led. It certainly looks luxurious even after all this time. We had ample time to get a drink and to buy souvenirs before we drove on to Agrigento. As we drove along the road below the cliff side setting of the temples you could already see them and they looked amazing against the clear blue sky in the Sicilian sun. Make sure you get let off at the top of the hill and picked up at the bottom as Martino did for us as its a very very long walk. I walk with a stick and found it a bit tough. It would have helped if they had more seating. But still to stand admiring the beautiful Greek Temples and to see the Mediterranean behind them was something special. Again we had ample time to explore and Martino was at the bottom of the hill to take us back to our hotel in Taormina. It was a very full day but incredibly enjoyable and both sites are well worth seeing. Especially the Roman Villa it was just extraordinary.
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740massimod
Apr 10, 2024
Simply amazing. Period. - A truly amazing experience. I'm from Rome, so I know very well my Roman art, architecture, etc., nevertheless, these are the most incredible mosaics I've ever seen. Definitely a must-see, well-worth travelling to Sicily just for them.
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Jennifer_m
Oct 30, 2023
Fantastic Day! - Driver, Richard, was excellent. Pick up from cruise port was easy and on time, and drop off was comfortably before departure. I was worried, due to the length of the tour relative to our time in port, but our driver kept close watch on the time and ensured all went smoothly. The Villa has many steps up and down for the various sections, and the pathway is one direction and narrow. If you have mobility issues, like me, this is a bit challenging, but doable. Beautiful to see. The Valley of the Temples is incredible to see. Richard spoke with people there and arranged for a motorized wheelchair for my use! I was prepared to simply wait and see pictures that the rest of my family would take, but Richard made it possible for me to see the temples myself!!! Definitely above and beyond what we expected. I highly recommend this tour.
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Sempre-io-in-cammino
Aug 21, 2023
Fabulous Roman villa - Extraordinary huge Roman Villa with well-preserved mosaic remains and structure. You can have a guide or read the signs. A world of history
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Thu_r
Jul 3, 2023
Professional - Giuseppe was professional, punctual and reliable. Made our transfer smooth and simple. Highly recommend company.
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Jane
Jul 11, 2024
Very average - We have visited before several years ago. Now the place is very touristy and expensive ! A lot of stairs made it impossible for two friends to see all the mosaics.
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Maryjo_k
May 15, 2024
Safe but no guide - Richard was great but was NOT a guide/ he was only a driver. So Vitator mis- described the tour’s information. Very disappointing for the large expense that I paid for the day!
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Deborah_e
Sep 25, 2023
This is a long day! - This MAY have been an enjoyable tour if the itinerary had been double checked by the driver's company, which was not aware or did not inform the driver that the Italian President was planning to host the German President at the Villa Romana that morning. The venue was closed until 1330, requiring a reroute to the Valley of Temples (abbreviated visit) and return to Villa Romana which was doubly crowded since it was closed in the morning. Driver Richard was great, although frustrated, and spoke English well. He collected us right on time at 0830, but our drop off was 1900 hours! Driver should have cold water in the vehicle, and advise tourists to order tickets in advance or while enroute, since the admission ticket purchase lines can be lengthy. I would not recommend this tour from Siracusa, as the distance adds 2 hours to the day, and because the Valley of Temples park offers little to no shade from the Sicilian heat.
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1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).