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Piazza Armerina e Caltagirone

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6 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

The tour offers the opportunity to discover two splendid towns, which testify the vast artistic and architectural heritage of Sicily.
Starting with the visit of the stunning “Villa del Casale”, constructed between the third and sixth century BC in Piazza Armerina.
To end in the ancient town of Caltagirone, its name deriving from the Arabic ‘Cal’at Ghiran’ or ‘Castles of Jars’, which emphasises the importance of its ceramic and Majolica production.

What's Included

  • Transfer service
  • Pick-up and drop-off from/to your accommodation in Catania city and surrounding area
  • Multilingual Guide
  • Lunch
  • Ticket Villa del Casale, Piazza Armerina
  • Pick-up/ Drop-off outside the pick-up area
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Pick-up will be at your accommodation in Catania city and surrounding area. Pick-up time is at 8:30 am, few minutes flexibility are asked in case of traffic jam. For a smooth service we recommend waiting in front of your accommodation at the agreed time.

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Piazza Armerina

About 5 km away from the historic center of Piazza Armerina, with its "fishbone" structure that gives originality to its urban layout you will explore The Villa del Casale, built between the III and the VI century AD, and part of the UNESCO heritage since 1996. Villa del Casale represents one of the most magnificent testimonies of the late Roman age, rich of architectural and decorative elements.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Caltagirone

In Caltagirone you will visit the ancient Cal’at Ghiran, or the Castello dei Vasi, a name that underlines the centrality of ceramics and majolica production typical of Caltagirone. A tour of the historic center will make you appreciate the beauty of buildings and monuments such as: Palazzo Gravina, the Norman basilica of San Giacomo, the cathedral of San Giuliano, Corte Capitaniale, Tondo Vecchio, to culminate with the spectacular staircase of Santa Maria del Monte composed of 142 steps covered by majolica that connect the upper part to the lower part of the city.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Piazza Armerina e Caltagirone?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Transfer service
  • Pick-up and drop-off from/to your accommodation in Catania city and surrounding area
  • Multilingual Guide
  • Lunch
  • Ticket Villa del Casale, Piazza Armerina
  • Pick-up/ Drop-off outside the pick-up area

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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