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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.

Pickup Information

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.

Language Offered

German-GUIDE

Russian-GUIDE

Portuguese-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. 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.
Duration: 180 mins
2. 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.
Duration: 180 mins

Inclusion

Transfer service

Pick-up and drop-off from/to your accommodation in Catania city and surrounding area

Multilingual Guide

Exclusion

Lunch

Ticket Villa del Casale, Piazza Armerina

Pick-up/ Drop-off outside the pick-up area

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by lemontour

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