Syracuse and Ortigia Day Escape from Catania
Experience the best of Sicily’s history and coastal beauty on this private ride from Catania to Syracuse and Ortigia. With hotel pickup by a professional English-speaking driver, you’ll travel in comfort through olive groves to explore some of the island’s most iconic sites.
Start at the Archaeological Park of Neapolis, home to the Greek Theatre, Roman Amphitheatre, and the Ear of Dionysius—an ancient cave known for its acoustics. Then, head to Ortigia Island, Syracuse’s historic heart, where baroque piazzas, the Temple of Apollo, and the sunlit Piazza Duomo await.
Enjoy free time for lunch or gelato along Ortigia’s waterfront (at your own expense), before visiting the 13th-century Castello Maniace, a seaside fortress with panoramic views of the Ionian Sea.
This customizable tour offers a rich blend of ruins, architecture, and relaxed seaside charm—all in a single unforgettable day. Admission fees not included.
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Syracuse and Ortigia Day Escape from Catania
Pickup included
What's included in Syracuse and Ortigia Day Escape from Catania
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Home to the Greek Theatre, Roman Amphitheatre, and the legendary Ear of Dionysius cave—Sicily’s most impressive ancient ruins.
A charming old town filled with Baroque churches, ancient Greek ruins, and waterfront squares perfect for strolling and photos.
Take a break at your own pace with a seaside meal or dessert (not included in the ride price).
Inclusions
- Fuel and Tolls
- WiFi on board
- Personal English-Speaking professional Driver
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Other beverages and meals
- Tips and gratuities
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Entrance fee to the Neapolis Archaeological Park is not included. €10–13 adult.
- Entrance fee to the Castello Maniace is not included. €6.50–13 adult.
- For 1–3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
- For 4-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Your operators/drivers are not official tour guides but are professional drivers and Locals that have been provided with all the necessary historical information about the sights visited. They cannot accompany you to the sights but will provide extended historical and local information to help you get the feeling of the city. Please know that we are unable to pick up, start or stop this sightseeing ride from or to the airport/port/train stations. Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you. After booking, we share all driver and car info, and the driver will wait for you at the pickup location you have chosen.
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