Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit

4.6 out of 5 stars
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106 reviews
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Empeeria
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Siracusa: Ortygia Island Boat Tour with Grotto Visit
4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6
106 reviews
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If you are wondering what to do in Syracuse, do not miss the opportunity to enjoy the Sicilian sea, with an excursion to discover Ortygia and the Sea Caves.

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Duration 1 hour
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Italian, English

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Jules – United Kingdom

The company who ran this went over and beyond. We were late due to an incident on the A 45 and missed our boat trip. I just expected to pay again as we wanted to do the trip as we had travelled quite a long way for it. The guy organising said no problem and no charge you can go on the next one and it was fabulous

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5 out of 5 stars
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Helen – France

A most enjoyable and informative tour. Our guide ( and boat captain) Beppe, was charming and knowledgeable. We saw so much on this tour!

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Highlights

  • See Ortygia Island by boat
  • Discover more about myths and legends
  • Explore the enchanting grottos
  • Choose between a shared group or private boat ride

Full description

Meet your skipper at the convenient meeting point. A boat ride around Ortigia is one of the best ways to visit this beautiful place: between the sound of the wind and the intoxicating smell of the sea you will discover one of the jewels of the Sicilian tourist panorama.

Admiring Ortigia by boat will allow you to admire some of its most significant monuments and historic buildings: the Venetian Palace, the Umberto I Bridge and the Small Port, the former Bourbon Prison, the Spanish walls and the Lungomare di Levante, the Viliena Fortress, the Maniace Castle and the Fonte Aretusa.

Continue with the exploration of the sea grottos (the Capuchin Latomie, the Ear of Dionysius, the Heart-Shaped Lovers', and the Holy Spirit grottos) on the north side of Syracuse, entering the caves and admiring stalactites, stalagmites, and coral formations up close.

This excursion in Ortygia will also offer you the opportunity, in non-adverse weather conditions, to take a short stop for a dip, where the water is a deep blue.

Includes

  • Guided boat tour
  • Swimming stop
  • Italian and English-speaking skipper
  • Food and drinks (purchasable on board) 

Meeting point

You will receive detailed information about the meeting point once your reservation is completed. You will receive the link of the meeting point where you will find the ticket booth.

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Important information

Know before you go

  • The captain cannot wait for late arrivals and no refund will be issued in case of delays
  • The captain could cancel the excursion on the basis of adverse weather conditions
  • The excursion time may vary according to the season: from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM (from April 1 to October 31); from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM (from January 1 to March 31/November and December)
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From $29 per person

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Overall rating

4.6 /5
4.6 out of 5 stars

based on 106 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Jules – United KingdomJune 29, 2024 – Verified booking
The company who ran this went over and beyond. We were late due to an incident on the A 45 and missed our boat trip. I just expected to pay again as we wanted to do the trip as we had travelled quite a long way for it. The guy organising said no problem and no charge you can go on the next one and it was fabulous
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5 out of 5 stars
H
Helen – FranceJune 3, 2024 – Verified booking
A most enjoyable and informative tour. Our guide ( and boat captain) Beppe, was charming and knowledgeable. We saw so much on this tour!
5
5 out of 5 stars
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Joyce – CanadaOctober 12, 2023 – Verified booking
We left on time with a small group so there was lots of space to move around the boat for comfort and to take photos. Our English speaking skipper (Salvo) was super friendly and had lots of info. about the environment to share with us. The swim was wonderful.

Product ID: 394286

Activity provider:
Empeeria

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