Private Tour of the Island of Ortigia and the Sea Caves

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Private Tour of the Island of Ortigia and the Sea Caves
5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
6 reviews

Navigate around Ortigia Island, attached to Syracuse, on a scenic cruise. See beachfront landmarks like Castello Maniace, and sail into the peculiarly shaped sea caves on the north side of the city.

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Duration 1.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Italian
Wheelchair accessible
Private group

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Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    Escursioni in barca Siracusa | Excursion Boat Ortigia | Tour en bateau by Dolci Escursioni

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    Umberto I Bridge

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Hiking, Long-tail boat ride, Sailing

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    Monumento ai caduti d'Africa

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing, Hiking

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    Punta Francesco Maugeri

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Hiking, Class, Sailing

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    Grotta del Corallo

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Wine tasting, Boat cruise, Sightseeing, Hiking, Swimming, Sailing, Scenic views on the way, Welcome refreshments

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    Elephant Rock

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way

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    Forte San Giovannello

    Photo stop, Wine, Guided tour, Boat cruise, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way

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    Castello Maniace

    Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way

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    Arethusa Spring

    Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Wine, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Hiking, Scenic views on the way

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    Porto Grande Siracusa

    Sightseeing

Main sites passed

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Amazing panoramic views of the city
  • Maniace Castle view from the sea
  • Fascinating exploration of the sea caves

Full description

During this guided tour you will see the following monuments and historical buildings: Venetian Palace, Umberto I bridge, small harbor, Bourbons prison, Spanish walls and Eastern seafront, Viliena Fortress, Maniace Castle, Aretusa Source, Syracuse Cathedral, St. Lucy Church, Alfeo seafront and Porta Marina.

We will then continue our tour on the coast with the sea caves exploration and you will live a unique experience: the boat will go into the caves to allow you to admire stalactites, stalagmites and corals. Some caves have peculiar shapes that you will recognize by approaching them, Dionysius ear cave, Lovers’ cave heart shaped, Doves cave. Last but not least, if you wish, you will have the chance to enjoy a swim in our crystal waters!

Includes

  • We meet the guests at the right meeting point and then we take them directly to the boats.
  • Welcoming prosecco, Red wine, White wine
  • Cibo

Meeting point

Di Fronte alla spiaggetta di Villetta Aretusa riconoscibile da un INFOPOINT DOLCI ESCURSIONI

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Product ID: 425560

Activity provider:Dolci Escursioni

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