Boat tour Ortigia
Overview
Boat Tour: Ortigia, Sea Caves and La Pillirina.
Island of Ortigia:
We will sail around the beautiful Island of Ortigia, admiring its ancient walls, the Maniace Castle and the elegant palaces overlooking the sea. You will see Ortigia from a unique perspective, away from the chaos and immersed in the sea breeze.
The Sea Caves:
We will delve into the spectacular caves carved into the rock by the sea over the centuries. A game of lights, reflections and colors that takes your breath away. Each cave has its own peculiarity, among stalactites, natural basins and crystal clear waters.
La Pillirina (Plemmirio Area):
Last stop: the Bay of Pillirina, one of the most beautiful and wildest areas of the Syracuse coast. Here you can take a dip in clear waters, snorkel and enjoy the unspoilt nature of the Plemmirio Reserve.
During the tour we offer cool drinks, stories and curiosities about history.
Duration: about 2 hours
Daily departures
What's Included
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Food
Meeting Location
Piazza Emanuele Pancali
17, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
We will explore the island of Ortigia, the Marine caves, the fountain, the castle and then head to the plemmirio nature reserve the “pillirina” protected marine area. Aperitif on board , three bathing stops and snorkeling opportunities.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Activity code: C-5585902P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Use of Snorkelling equipment.
- Food.
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 Boat tour Ortigia is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Boat tour Ortigia 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.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Food
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
