Sicily to Syracuse

Explore the historic seafront city of Syracuse with this full-day tour from Taormina. Learn about the town’s ancient Greek roots at its archaeological park, complete with an intact amphitheater. Discover the old town of Ortigia with a guided tour and then wander through its charming streets at your own pace with free time.

Departure from Avola, southbound, first stop at the White Rocks of Lido di Noto; you will enter the Vendicari Nature Reserve for a swim in front of the beach of Calamosche; the tour will continue in the heart of the reserve to admire the Vendicari tuna trap and make a stop in front of the white beach behind the island of Vendicari. You can then observe the 4 Roman columns that are located about 5 meters deep near Marzamemi. Sicily Boats provides all participants with snorkeling equipment, i.e. fins, masks and snorkel. The navigation continues towards the island of Capopassero, you will be able to admire the Tafuri Castle, the octopus cave and the Spanish fortress. Then a stop to enjoy the aperitif with Sicilian sparkling wine, arancini, fresh fruit, beer and soft drinks. We will then move to Marzamemi for a stop on land of about 30 minutes to visit the ancient village of sailors. Finally, we will return at sunset or first dark to the port of departure.