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From Catania: Tour to Caltagirone and Villa Romana with lunch

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9 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Between pottery and Roman history: full day to visit 2 unique spots in Sicily: the city of Caltagirone, famous for arts, ceramics and baroque and the city of Piazza Armerina, which houses a unesco heritage site: the Villa Romana del Casale.

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off, or agreed meeting point (close to your accommodation).
  • Driver
  • Entrance tickets
  • Guide inside the archaeological sites
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Departure Point: Catania. Ask us for further information about pick-up point from Taormina, Acitrezza, Acicastello, Giardini Naxos, Syracuse. Dates: See Availability

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Piazza Federico di Svevia
32, 95121 Catania CT, Italy

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Caltagirone

Our first stop will be Caltagirone (UNESCO World Heritage), which is famous for its production of pottery. This tradition of ancient ceramics dates back to Arab dominations, and still holds its characteristic colours, blue and yellow. The Arabian contribution to the city culture is honored in the name of the town, that according to the most intriguing hypothesis, might be derived from the Moorish for “castle” or “fortress of vases”. Accompained by our tour leader, You will visit the historical center, the famous “Staircase of Santa Maria del Monte“, and the culture of pottery in all the city:  excellent colored glazes blue and green that adorn the streets, staircases, balconies, squares, fountains, churches and palaces.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Villa Romana del Casale

Villa Romana del Casale (Piazza Armerina): This place dates back to late Roman antiquity (period of transition between the ancient times and the Middle Ages): although it is defined as Villa mostly the characteristics of the imperial palace, since it consists of 4 pavilions. In addition to its architectural magnificence, the villa is famous for its beautiful mosaics, which represent scenes of everyday life and the function of the rooms in which they are located. Your tour leader will lead you at the entrance of the Villa. You will have 1 hour and an half to visit the Villa by yourself. We will give you online informative brochure and maps.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Dress code is smart casual and comfortable
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Catania: Tour to Caltagirone and Villa Romana with lunch?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off, or agreed meeting point (close to your accommodation).
  • Driver
  • Online brochure and maps
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Tour Guide
  • Entrance tickets
  • Guide inside the archaeological sites

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Dress code is smart casual and comfortable
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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