Private tour of the Baroque cities of Eastern Sicily
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Private transportation included
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Duration 7 to 8 hours
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Air-conditioned vehicle
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Bottled water provided
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Multi-language guide available
Explore Eastern Sicily's Baroque cities on a private tour, indulging in art, history, and delicious local chocolate.
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Included
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Private transportation
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Bottled water
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Air-conditioned vehicle
Explore Eastern Sicily's Baroque cities on a private tour, indulging in art, history, and delicious local chocolate.
Highlights
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Discover ancient Sicily
- Visit World Heritage Site
Pickup
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What to expect
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As the first stage of this tour we will visit the capital of the Sicilian Baroque, surrounded by splendid churches, convents and noble palaces rebuilt in classic style after the disastrous earthquake of 1693 which affected a large part of eastern Sicily, here we will be able to visit the elegant of the eighteenth-century architectural style also defined as "Garden of Stone", from there we will stop in a typical bar for a break while enjoying a coffee or tasting an exquisite granita before leaving for the second destination.
Modica
We move to Modica, a treasure chest of many Baroque architecture treasures, where we will visit various first churches including the splendid Cathedral of San Giorgio. The mother church of the city dedicated to the patron saint of the city, before 1693 stood at the east end of the town, near the current Ibleo garden, where the great fifteenth-century portal, in Spanish Gothic style, is still located, the only remaining vestige of the ancient temple. The visit continues by stopping in the center for a chocolate tasting at a typical chocolate shop, a site famous for the production of chocolate in various compositions. Stop for lunch before continuing to the last destination.
Ragusa Ibla
The last stage of this itinerary takes place in what is perhaps the most representative location of this journey to discover ancient Sicily, Ragusa ibla is a magical place, which makes you imagine being catapulted into the past, a World Heritage Site of Unesco, it defines the late Baroque of the eighteenth century par excellence with its characteristic alleys, the opulent buildings and the Iblei gardens, and lastly and most importantly the splendid cathedral with the Mother Church, one of the most important monuments of the city '.Return to the hotel or to the prearranged areas. The remaining time on the tour will be spent commuting between attractions and having free time.
Additional Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What our experts say
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Don't miss chocolate tasting in Modica.
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Lunch at a local trattoria in Ragusa.
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Wear comfortable shoes for walking tours.
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Consider visiting the Iblei gardens.
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Bring a camera for stunning views.
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