Discover the heart of Sicily of the late Baroque period. Rebuilt after the devastating earthquake of 1693 it is part of UNESCO's World Heritage.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 8 hours
- Starting time 9:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Driver
- Spanish, English, Italian
- Small group
- Limited to 10 participants
Experience
Highlights
- Visit the reconstructed Baroque town of Noto
- Stop in Modica at the oldest chocolate factory in Sicily
- Admire the late Baroque monuments of Ragusa
Full description
The first stop on this 8-hour tour is Noto, the Garden of Stone, noted for its Baroque heritage. After the massive 1693 earthquake, Noto was rebuilt on Meti Hill. The town’s origins date to the Early Bronze Age.
Continue to Modica and visit the oldest chocolate factory in Sicily. The city also has a rich history and a wonderful architectural heritage. See the cathedrals of San Giorgio and San Pietro and the Palazzo Polara and Palazzo Napolino-Tommasi Rosso, among others.
Ragusa was added to the UNESCO World Heritage in 2002 for its monuments of the late Baroque period. Visit examples of this style including its cathedrals and palaces.
Includes
- Pick-up and drop off at your accommodation or port of call
- Transportation by air-conditioned car or minivan
- English-speaking driver/guide
- Gas
- Parking fees
- Tolls
- Hotel accommodation
- Meals
- Tickets
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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- Please note that activities are subject to cancelation due to weather conditions.
