Rocky necropolis of Pantalica half-day walking tour
Discover Pantalica, an unique archaeological site and nature reserve near Syracuse. This half-day tour with a private guide lets you discover the impressive rocky necropolis of Pantalica, an Unesco world heritage. You will also hike along the Anapo valley and enjoy it's beautiful sights. Duration and difficult level of the tour are flexible. Meeting point with the guide on place or private transfer service between Syracuse and Pantalica available as option.
Options
Pantalica nord (Archaeohiking)
Pantalica nord: Archaeological hiking tour to discover the northern part of the Pantalica necropolis and the Calcinara river nature reserve.
Starting point:
Agora' Caffe', Viale Mario Giardino, 46, 96010 Sortino SR, Italy
What's included in Rocky necropolis of Pantalica half-day walking tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Starging point of our tour
Pantalica
Visit of the Pantalica plateau with its highlights: the oratory of San Micidiario, the medieval rock cut village and views of the Anapo valley nature reserve
Visit of the ruins of the prehistoric "anaktoron", also known as "palace of the prince"
Inclusions
- Professional local guide
- Private tour
- Round-trip private transfer (only driver+guide option)
- Transport by air-conditioned car or minivan (only driver+guide option)
- Pickup and drop-off near your hotel (only driver+guide option)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off and transfer to Pantalica (if option not selected)
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for child aged 5 and under
- Due to uneven and steep trails, this tour is not suitable for individuals with mobility issues or joint problems.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Additional Information
Hotel pick-up is included only in the "driver + guide" option. We pick-up at hotels and B&Bs in Siracusa. Not all streets in Ortygia (the old town center) are accessible by car/minivan. In this case our driver will meet you at the nearest accessible location.
Meeting / End Points
- Meeting point for Pantalica nord option (without transfer) Our guide will meet you in Sortino in front of Caffè Agorà. From there you will drive to Pantalica.
