Syracuse, Italija

 Get ready to experience Ortigia from the sea like you've never seen it before. Aboard a boat with a transparent bottom, you'll sail on the crystalline waters that caress the island, discovering hidden treasures... stuff to leave you breathless!

• Panoramic boat trip (with a transparent bottom!)
• Exploration of hidden sea caves 
• Stop for a dip in the turquoise waters

Prepare to be amazed by the ancient ramparts, the enchanting baroque churches and the typical Sicilian houses overlooking the sea. Highlight the iconic Fountain of Arethusa and the imposing Maniace Castle.

We will guide you into a world of natural wonders, where turquoise waters meet secret caves carved by time. And you know what the real gem is? The transparent floor of our boat! Yes, you read that right: look down and be enchanted by an underwater world that seems within reach. Intense blues, lights and reflections, marine life and transparent waters: a hidden paradise to explore.

Relax on board and let the Sicilian sun and sea breeze do the rest.

• Bring with you only the essentials, without forgetting your swimsuit.

Ortigia is a jewel, but seen from the sea it becomes pure magic. This tour gives you an exclusive perspective: crystal clear waters, secret caves, postcard views and an aperitif that tastes of Sicily. Hop on board and experience Ortigia like you don't expect!

• Panoramic navigation along the coast of Ortigia
• Exploration of hidden sea caves
• Stop for a dip in the turquoise waters
• Aperitif on board with a wow view

A boat awaits you to admire ancient fortifications, baroque churches and palaces overlooking the water. Then, here you are in front of two icons: the legendary Fountain of Arethusa and the majestic Maniace Castle, which dominates the island with its grandeur. But the real show is yet to come.

We will guide you into a secret world of sea caves, where light plays with the sea and carves surreal scenarios. But wait... you haven't seen anything yet! Below you, intense blues, golden reflections and silences that speak of wild nature. And when the crystal clear water calls, it's impossible to resist: dive in, let yourself be enveloped by the freshness and experience the sea in the most authentic way.

And why not enjoy all this with a glass in hand? Relax on board with an aperitif, feel the sun on your skin, the breeze in your hair and let the music do the rest. This is not a simple excursion: it is Ortigia as you have never experienced it. Ready to go?

• Bring with you only the essentials, without forgetting your swimsuit.

Our excursion retraces the history of the city of Syracuse, one of the biggest cities in ancient times.

• Neapolis Archaeological Park
• Latomia del Paradiso
• Ortigia island
• Temple of Apollo
• Temple of Athena
• Fountain of Arethusa

• We leave the port behind us and head to the Neapolis Archaeological Park to visit the Latomia del Paradiso (stone quarries) made up of the Altar of Hieron, the famous Ear of Dionysius, i.e. an artificial cave with a peculiar natural echo, the Greek Theater and the Roman Amphitheater. We then move on to Ortigia Island, the oldest part of the city boasting the remains of the earliest Greek constructions.
• From the car park, we start our walking tour that takes us to the Temple of Apollo, one of the oldest examples of Doric peristyle still in existence, the Temple of Athena, now part of the Cathedral, and the Fountain of Arethusa, a freshwater spring described in antiquity by Pindar and Virgil.
• We then make our way back to the port.

• In order to safeguard the health of our guests and in compliance with safety regulations, the itinerary and length of the excursions may be subject to slight modifications.
• As this excursion is conducted mainly on foot, you are advised to wear comfortable shoes.

Let us discover this charming town surrounded by the olive and almond groves that cover the terraced slopes of the Hyblaean Mountains.

• Town Hall
• Baroque Churches of S. Francesco and S. Salvatore

• Accompanied by a local guide, we leave the jetty behind us on a coach headed to Noto. This picturesque city is filled with palaces and monuments in the Baroque style, which we see during a quiet wall along the central streets. We appreciate the18th-century City Hall and the Baroque churches of San Francesco and San Salvatore*.
• Aong the way, we admire the beautiful Baroque palaces overlooking the streets of this unique city. Afterwards, we return to Syracuse.

• In order to safeguard the health of our guests and in compliance with safety regulations, the itinerary and length of the excursions may be subject to slight modifications.
• As this excursion is conducted mainly on foot, you are advised to wear comfortable shoes.

Ortigia is an explosive mix of history, legends and picture-postcard scenery, with theatrical touch of the Baroque. Wander through narrow streets that have witnessed more invasions than the history books recount, discover a cathedral that was once a Greek temple, and listen to tales of unlucky nymphs. All with a tasting at the end - because you can't take in culture on an empty stomach!

• Alleyways, Baroque buildings and views to make you fall head over heels
• External visit to the cathedral
• Stop at the legendary Fountain of Arethusa
• Tasting

Welcome to Ortigia, the island with more layers of history than a good lasagne. We'll start with Syracuse Cathedral, which has been subject to an architectural makeover that lasted for centuries: originally constructed as the Temple of Minerva, today it blends the sacred and the pagan, with its Doric columns still clearly visible.

Then it's straight to the Arethusa Spring, the setting of a great love story (or mythological stalking?), where a nymph transformed herself into a spring of water to escape the advances of a overly insistent admirer. Back then, you couldn't just block unwanted suitors on social media, after all!

The journey then continues through the Baroque splendor of the city: Archimede Square, with its spectacular Fountain of Diana and stately palaces that will make you feel like an explorer from days gone by. Without forgetting Corso Matteotti, the elegant shopping street where you and your wallet can also succumb to the charms of art.

And to top it all off, a tasting awaits in a place brimming with authentic charm, where the past is intertwined with flavor. A taste of Sicily that recalls the sea and citrus fruits, accompanied by a glass of something bubbly. Because every great story deserves a final toast.

• Once on board the ship, contact the excursions office to ask about the availability of vegetarian and gluten-free dishes, as well as to inform them of any other food allergies or intolerances.