Piazza Armerina e Caltagirone
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.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Piazza Armerina, Piazza Armerina, Province of Enna, Sicily
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: 3 hours
Stop At: Caltagirone, Caltagirone, Province of Catania, Sicily
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: 3 hours
Informacion Adicional
"Infant seats available"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Hora de Inicio:
09:00 AM
Duración: 6 To 8 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: Via Vittorio Emanuele II, 104, 95131 Catania CT, Italy
Traveler pickup is offered
Pick-up will be at your accommodation in Catania city and surrounding area.
Pick-up time is at 9 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.
Ports- Porto d'Ulisse, 95126 Catania, Metropolitan city of Catania, Italy
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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