7–8 hours
Guided in English
Private tour
Mobile ticket

Highlights

• Private Tour led by a LOCAL GUIDE • Just you and your travel partner • Private Transport from your hotel by Top Class Mercedes • Stunning views in Erice and photo opportunities SEGESTA, according to the traditional legend, had a Trojan origin. It is located on the isolated hill called Barbaro and washed by the river Crimiso, nearby Calatafimi. The well-preserved temple and the Greek theater were built in the late 5th century BC. ERICE, just about 2400 feet above sea level, is cool even in a hot Sicilian summer. According to Thucydides, it was a city like no other; a sacred place dedicated to the goddess of love and fecundity, Aphrodite for the Greeks and Venus for the Romans.

Inclusions

What's included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Exclusive Private tour
Guided tours inside archeological area
Private Transport by Premium Mercedes
English speaking Guide Driver

What's not

Lunch
Gratuities
Entrance Fees

Itinerary

This private tour starts with a hotel pickup in Palermo by your Guide Driver. You’ll be driven (1.5h) on board of a Premium Mercedes vehicle along the beautiful North coast passing the Gulf of Castellammare and the wine producing area of 'Bianco d'Alcamo,' a well-known white wine.
Passes by
In SEGESTA follow your PRIVATE GIUIDE on a visit of the archaeological area which is embedded within a wonderful landscape. The remains of an Arabic mosque, a Norman church and the Forum Romanum are also visible. Higher still is the Greek Theater that offers great panoramic views. The high-stepped, semi-circular Theater opens onto a breathtaking panorama over the surrounding countryside with the sea in the distance. The location has inspired generations of travelers and artists, and is an experience you cannot miss.
1.5 h
Continue to the Medieval hill-top town ERICE, a real gem. After a lunch break at a local restaurant have a stroll (on your own) through the cobblestone streets of the Medieval town. Arrive at the public garden located next to the ruins of the Norman castle, the view from here is stunning. It is not just the views that brings people here since the quaint cobblestone streets have their own unique appeal. Return to Palermo in the afternoon.
2 h

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

4.0

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Know before you go

Pickup: Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by: Mimmo Sicily Tours

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
No infants allowed
Eating or the use of suncreams inside the vehicle is not allowed
Tours are only for Non-Smokers
Not suitable for People over 200 lbs (91 kg)

How it compares in Palermo

Its from-price is 86% above the median of the 95 day trips we list in Palermo.
Its length is typical for the group.
By number of reviews it ranks 39 of 95.

About Palermo

Palermo, capital of Sicily, is a port city of Arab-Norman palaces, gilded mosaics, baroque crossroads and street food.

Palermo was founded by the Phoenicians and later ruled by Arabs, Normans and Spaniards, and the layers show in its buildings. The Norman Palace holds the Palatine Chapel, glittering with gold mosaics, and the cathedral mixes Norman, Gothic and Baroque styles. The Arab-Norman monuments, with the cathedrals of Monreale and Cefalù, are listed by UNESCO.

Top-ranked sights in Palermo: Massimo Opera House (Teatro Massimo), Capo Market (Mercato di Capo), Vucciria Market (La Vucciria).

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