Why choose this Catania tour ?
Welcome to the tour of Catania and the Cyclops Riviera: a unique experience of Sicilian history, nature and flavours.
We will discover the historic center of Catania with the Elephant fountain and the fish market. We will admire the baroque buildings while immersing ourselves in the lively atmosphere.
We will explore the Norman castle of Acicastello overlooking the Ionian sea and the remains of an ancient fishing village.
We will then admire the legendary stacks and immerse ourselves in the local mythological stories of Acitrezza, enjoying a walk along the seafront.
Then savor authentic Sicilian delicacies during the tour, from arancini to pasta alla norma, from cannoli rich in ricotta to typical desserts, your visit will be an unforgettable culinary experience, with the possibility of tasting excellent fish in a local restaurant.
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What makes Private Tour of Catania and the Cyclops Riviera a unique experience ?
Discover the beauties of Catania, the second largest city in Sicily, reborn several times after being damaged by earthquakes and lava flows, we will visit the main places of interest such as the historic fish market and the cathedral of Sant’Agata, the Ursino Castle and the Greco-Roman amphitheatre.
We will visit the imposing castle of Aci, which with medieval origins stands on the Catania coast surrounded by the sea. Inside there is a civic museum that can be visited before reaching the top.
The land of the Malavoglia, a place of Sicilian history and culture where it will be possible to enjoy a walk in front of the sea and the fabulous stacks. It is the place where, according to tradition, the ninth canto of Homer’s Odyssey is set, in which Ulysses clashes with Polyphemus, blinding him after getting him drunk. In doing so he manages to escape from the cave where he had been trapped with his companions. The Cyclops, blind and angry, hurls enormous boulders at the ships of the fleeing Greeks which, according to tradition, became the Islands of the Cyclops.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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- Private Tour of Catania and the Cyclops Riviera
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by The Best of Sicily Tours and Transfers.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 1 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 3 Travelers is accepted for booking.
