Full description
Embark on a captivating journey today, beginning with a convenient pick-up at your accommodation. Our first destination is the Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Delve into a two-hour audio-guided independent walking tour, exploring the Temple of Hera, the Temple of Concordia, the Temple of Hercules, and the Temple of Zeus. Agrigento, founded in 582 B.C., boasts a rich history traced back to Rhodian-Cretan colonists from neighboring Gela.
Legend has it that Daedalus and his son Icarus, fleeing from Crete, founded Agrigento "by air." Historically, the city flourished under Phalarides and later under Theron, extending its influence over northern Sicily, reaching as far as Himera.
In the afternoon, our journey continues to Piazza Armerina for an independent exploration of the breathtaking Mosaics Floor at the Roman Villa of Casale, a UNESCO Heritage site. Built in the 4th century AD, this villa was forgotten until 20th-century excavations unveiled its grandeur. Spanning 3500 square meters, the villa stands as a supreme example of a luxury Roman residence. The exquisite floor mosaics, celebrated among antiquity scholars, depict the opulence of the Roman Empire's upper class.
The visit inside the Roman Villa allows for independent exploration, with each room featuring informative boards. Our adventure concludes in Siracusa, with drop-off arrangements determined by prevailing traffic conditions.
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Additional information
● Please be at the meeting or pickup point 15 minutes before the departure time of the tour
● Group Size: minimum 2 people, up to 7 people. Please note that if the tour does not reach at least two partecipants it will not be operated
● Bring extra money, admission fee to visit the Roman Villa is not included, payable on the spot
● Each passenger can travel with up to 1 suitcase of 23 kg and a hand-bag
● Itinerary and Services will be operated as per routing indicated. However, in case of traffic, road-work or events not up to us the route could be changed or reversed
Inclusions
✔ Vehicle with air conditioning
✔ English speaking driver
✔ Independent visits as per itinerary
✔ Audio-Guide and Admission fee package to visit the Valley of the Temples
✔ Each passenger can travel with up to a bag of 23 kg (not exceeding 80 x 120 x 120 cm) and 8 Kg (not exceeding 55 x 40 x 20 cm)
✔ Booking fees
✔ Fuel, parking fee and driver expenses
✔ VAT
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pick up and drop off
✖ Guided visit
✖ Tickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other services not specified
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the service. Cancellations after this time limit or no show, no refund provided.
Meeting point
Pick-up: Agrigento Railway Station
Drop-off: Piazza Umberto I, 2 - Siracusa