Overview
Located near the southeastern corner of Sicily on the Ionian coast, Syracuse is built on an ancient Greek settlement founded by Corinthians in 734 BC. Syracuse was the city of Archimedes, Pindar and Aeschylus, whose plays are still performed in the huge amphitheatre and it is the city of Italy that preserves more Greek history. Syracuse's older residential quarter is an island, Ortigia, from the Greek for quail, probably named for that bird's abundance in this area. Ortigia is connected with the island of Sicily through two short bridges and is known for, among many other things, the freshwater Spring of Arethus. The small town of Noto, in the southeast was founded again in the 1700s. It is the heart and, at the same time, the starting point for a visit to the valley of the Sicilian Baroque. Its cathedral, also perfectly raised and rebuilt again after 10 years of difficult work, was included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
What's Included
- Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
- Entrance to the archaeological area of Syracuse
- Visit Cathedral of San Niccolò in Noto
- Entrance to the Cathedral of Ortigia & Church of St. Lucia
- Private professional guide in Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto
- Food and beverages unless specified
- Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary.
Meeting and Pickup
Pick up at 8:00 am at your accomodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm us the pick up address. N.B .: If your accomodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick up.
What To Expect
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Catania (pass by)
Syracuse
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Isola di Ortigia
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Noto Antica
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Customers with physical limitations can have problems walking inside the archeological area.
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur.
- Entrance to the archaeological area of Syracuse.
- Visit Cathedral of San Niccolò in Noto.
- Entrance to the Cathedral of Ortigia & Church of St. Lucia.
- Private professional guide in Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto.
- Food and beverages unless specified.
- Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Syracuse, Ortigia & Noto Private Day from Catania - Sicily is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Syracuse, Ortigia & Noto Private Day from Catania – Sicily will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
- Entrance to the archaeological area of Syracuse
- Visit Cathedral of San Niccolò in Noto
- Entrance to the Cathedral of Ortigia & Church of St. Lucia
- Private professional guide in Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto
- Food and beverages unless specified
- Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Customers with physical limitations can have problems walking inside the archeological area.
