Full description
This tour from Catania introduces you to the magnificent Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto, a unique area recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The entire region was severely affected by the catastrophic earthquake of 1693 and later rebuilt in an extraordinary Baroque style, creating a harmonious and visually stunning architectural landscape.
Your journey begins in Noto, a true masterpiece of Sicilian Baroque and the town that gives its name to the UNESCO listing. During your visit, you will admire the elegant historic center, characterized by noble palaces, refined architectural details and the magnificent Cathedral, one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture in Sicily.
The tour continues to Modica, an ancient Baroque town renowned worldwide for its distinctive chocolate. Still produced today using a technique dating back to the Aztecs and introduced to Sicily by the Spaniards in the 16th century, Modica chocolate is famous for its grainy texture and intense flavor. Visitors interested in tasting can stop at one of the island’s oldest confectionery shops.
The final stop is Ragusa Ibla, one of the most captivating towns in Sicily. Built on a rocky spur, Ragusa was reconstructed after the earthquake in two separate areas. While the upper town features remarkable architecture, it is the lower part, Ragusa Ibla, that truly enchants visitors with its dramatic scenery, where houses, churches and civic palaces cascade down the gorge in a breathtaking display.
At the end of the tour, return to Catania after an immersive experience through the heart of Sicilian Baroque heritage.
Read more...
Additional information
● Please inform the complete details of your accommodation or pick up point at the time of formalizing the reservation. It is very important in this case to take note that it is the passenger's sole obligation and responsibility to contact the local contact number one day before the service to confirm the exact pick-up point and time
● Please be at the pickup point 15 minutes before the tour starts
● Extra hours must be paid cash on the spot by the client at the end of the tour unless different instructions specified in the quote
● Itinerary amendments are subject to availability in case of last-minute notice. Extra cost might be applied
● The start time of the tour may vary
● At the time of booking, additional services can be added for an extra fee. You can add the following services: Licensed Tourist Guide Full Day
● The tour can be operated in different order depending on driver choice
Inclusions
✔ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✔ Private vehicle with air conditioning
✔ English speaking driver
✔ Independent visits as per itinerary
Exclusions
✖ Licensed Tourist guide
✖ Tickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other services not specified
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 15 days before the service. Cancellations after this time limit or no show, no refund provided.
Meeting point
As you proceed with the booking, please indicate the full address of your accommodation in Catania to coordinate pick-up and drop-off transfers.