Private Day Trip to Syracuse and Ortygia from Catania
Experience the best of Sicily's history and coastal beauty on this private trip from Catania to Syracuse and Ortigia. With hotel pickup by a professional English-speaking driver, you'll travel in comfort through olive groves to explore some of the island's most iconic sites. Start at the Neapolis Archaeological Park, home of the Greek Theatre, the Roman Amphitheater and the Ear of Dionysus, an ancient cave known for its acoustics. Then, head to the island of Ortigia, the historic heart of Syracuse, where baroque squares, the Temple of Apollo and the sunny Piazza Duomo await you. Enjoy free time for lunch or ice cream along the Ortigia seafront (own expense), before visiting the 13th-century Castello Maniace, a coastal fortress with panoramic views of the Ionian Sea. This customizable tour offers a rich mix of ruins, architecture, and laid-back coastal charm, all in one unforgettable day. Entry fees not included.