Valley of the Temples Tour from Palermo to Catania
Overview
The Valley of the Temples is today the largest Archaeological Park in the world (about 1300 hectares) and has been included in the UNESCO list of Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Located on a plateau not far from the sea, a stone's throw from the historic center of Agrigento, the Valley of the Temples is famous throughout the world for its imposing Doric temples which constitute one of the most significant examples of Greek culture and art.
In the Valley of the Temples there are 12 temples in the Doric order, 3 sanctuaries, a large concentration of necropolises, the garden of Kolymbetra and the hypogea, the lower and upper Agora. There is also a Roman-era Olympeion and Bouleuterion (council chamber) on a Greek plan.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Refreshing single-dose wipes
- WiFi on board
- English speaking driver
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Tickets to the Archaeological Park € 10 each
- Scala Dei Turchi € 50
Meeting and Pickup
The place and time for the pick-up will be established by the customer based on where he is staying, being a private tour the customer can also choose the pick-up time.
What To Expect
At the time you requested, an English-speaking driver will show up at the pick-up location, welcome you and start your journey to Agrigento (about 2 hours by car). As soon as you arrive at the Valle Dei Templi, at your request it is possible to make a stop and then continue towards the visit of the Archaeological Park of about 2 hours (It is possible to book an Authorized Tourist Guide on request). Possibility to stop for a quick lunch and return to Catania at the address you provided.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Bottled water.
- Private transportation.
- refreshing single-dose wipes.
- WiFi on board.
- English speaking driver.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Lunch.
- Tickets to the Archaeological Park € 10 each.
- Scala Dei Turchi € 50.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Valley of the Temples Tour from Palermo to Catania is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Valley of the Temples Tour from Palermo to Catania will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Refreshing single-dose wipes
- WiFi on board
- English speaking driver
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Tickets to the Archaeological Park € 10 each
- Scala Dei Turchi € 50
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
