Day trip

From Catania: Caltagirone & Piazza Armerina Tour with brunch

Activity provider: Sicily Day BY Day
Day trip

From Catania: Caltagirone & Piazza Armerina Tour with brunch

Activity provider: Sicily Day BY Day

From US$ 112.79 per person

Discover 2 unique places in Sicily. Visit the city of Caltagirone, famous for arts, ceramics and baroque, and the city of Piazza Armerina, home to the UNESCO-listed Villa Romana del Casale.

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Duration 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Italian, French
Pickup included
We will pick you up just outside your hotel in Catania or in a agreed meeting point, close to your accommodation.
Private or small groups available

Experience

Highlights
  • Visit the UNESCO-listed Villa Romana del Casale
  • Uncover the history and Arabic culture of the city
  • Marvel at the ceramics and mosaics of the area
  • Driver at your disposal
  • Enjoy a rich Sicilian brunch with typical products (included)
Full description
Start your tour with a visit to Caltagirone UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its production of pottery, dating back to Arab dominations, with characteristic colors.  Visit the historical center, the famous Staircase of Santa Maria del Monte, and the culture of pottery in the city. See the excellent colored glazes that adorn the streets, staircases, balconies, squares, fountains, churches, and palaces. In Caltagirone we will offer you a brunch made of typical Sicilian products, Etna's red wine, and water (included in the price). In the afternoon, head to Piazza Armerina to see the huge UNESCO-listed Villa Romana del Casale, originally belonging to a powerful Roman family. Find the best conserved in-site Roman mosaics in the world, including the mosaic flooring, wall mosaics, columns, statues, capitals, and coins. Return to the starting point around 6:30 PM to complete your tour.
Includes
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Catania or meeting point close to your accommodation in Catania
  • Rich brunch with typical Sicilian products, Etna wine and water
  • Professional multi-lingual driver at your disposal
  • Transportation by air-conditioned minivan
  • Small group tour (8 people maximum)
  • Maps and informative booklets
  • Entrance fees
  • Authorized Tourist guide inside sites

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Know before you go

  • Departure from Taormina or Syracuse has an additional charge of 45€ per person
  • Please specify any dietary requirements or allergies during booking
Customer reviews

Overall rating

5 /5

based on 2 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    5/5
  • Value for money
    5/5

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The city is cute, the history is felt

April 30, 2019

Excellent ... exceptional driver..punctual..sympathetic ... it was a gift from God

September 6, 2019

Product ID: 177249