We’ll travel back in time with a day in marvelous Siracusa, where Greeks first settled Sicily and built a city that flourished and rivaled Athens. We’ll be guided through the evocative remains of ancient times, including a Greek theater, Roman amphitheater, and the Ear of Dionysus, a cave that’s inspired fascinating legends.
Moving on to the island of Ortigia, the city’s historic center, we’ll be amazed to be surrounded by remains of ancient civilizations beautifully blended with Baroque architecture and pastry shops selling Sicily’s finest sweets. We’ll visit the Duomo, built over a temple that honored the Goddess Athena, with a chapel dedicated to Ortigia’s beloved Santa Lucia.
There will be free time for strolling and shopping, we’ll have lunch together at an excellent restaurant in the piazza, and end our visit with a leisurely boat ride, discovering sea caves and toasting the superb experience with local wine.
We’ll return to Taormina by evening, to enjoy dinner on our own.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch