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Palermo: Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples Day Tour

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Palermo: Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples Day Tour
4.1  / 5502 reviews
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Explore Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples and learn more about this fascinating historic site. Visit temples to the gods built by Greek colonists and stop at the The scala dei turchi Beach Empedocle.

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Duration 8 hours
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Driver
Italian, English, Spanish

Experience

Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    P.za Giuseppe Verdi, 59

  • Bus/coach

    (1.5 hours)

  • Local bakery

    Break time (30 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

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    Valley of the Temples

    Visit (2 hours)

    Extra fee

  • Bus/coach

    (20 minutes)

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    Scala dei Turchi Beach House

    Photo stop (15 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Local café

    Break time (20 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Arrive back at:

    P.za Giuseppe Verdi, 59

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Take in the history of the ancient countryside at your own pace with a guidebook
  • Walk along or go into the ancient Greek temples of Hera, Concordia and Apollo
  • Visit The Scala Dei Turchi Beach in Porto Empedocle
  • Relax with transportation to and from Palermo and the Valley of the Temples

Full description

Enjoy a scenic drive into the countryside to Agrigento on this full-day excursion from Palmero, with stops to see ancient temples. Visit local Ruins and learn about the country's rich history before being transferred back to Palermo. The excursion includes a short stop for a coffee en route to Agrigento, before arriving at the Valley of the Temples. You can further explore the Hera, Concordia and Apollo temples and Hardcastle villa, with a guidebook that will provide more information about the sites. You’ll have free time to decide on a place for lunch, before your driver takes you to the Scala Dei Turchi Beach. After a photo stop , you'll be driven back to Palermo.

Includes

  • Driver
  • Pick-up and drop-off from/at the port or centrally located hotels
  • Transportation by air-conditioned minivan
  • Guide
  • Entrance fees to museums and other sites
  • Food and drinks
  • Tips for the driver (recommended)

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

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What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sun hat

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Smoking
  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and clothing so you can enjoy your excursion to Agrigento to the fullest.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.1 /5

based on 502 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.5/5
  • Transportation
    4.4/5
  • Service
    4.1/5
  • Organization
    4/5

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Eric – CanadaSeptember 14, 2024  – Verified booking
all was easy and seamless...well informed guides and excellent transportation. thanks!
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Catherine – United KingdomAugust 30, 2024  – Verified booking
It was great. The drivers got us there and back and were super kind. Next time I might see if there is a guide that walks with you through the temples. Just a personal choice.
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Rafaella – BrazilJuly 18, 2024  – Verified booking
It was an amazing experience. Marcos were really nice, he spoke portuguese with me and was really fanny. Certanly, he made the experience pretty much special :).
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Product ID: 63345

Activity provider:TOUR TRANSFER SICILY

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