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Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.
About this experience
Our tour offers the opportunity to admire the beauty of Ortigia seen from the sea and the wonderful sea caves with spectacular colors thanks to the filtering light that highlights the coral formations, stalactites and stalagmites. You will be surrounded by all shades of blue while you admire the morphology of the coast with the vertical walls overlooking the sea when you approach the sea caves. We will also offer the opportunity to stop for a dip. The sections of the itinerary in question may vary according to marine weather changes
What to expect
Stop 1
They will see the prestigious Castello Maniace Via Mare.
Stop 2 · 35min
We will skirt the island of Ortigia admiring the Duomo, the church of Santa Lucia , Palazzo Veneziano, Ponte Umberto I, small port, former Bourbon prison, Spanish Walls, Lungomare di Levante, Forte Vigliera, Castello Maniace, Fonte Aretusa, Lungomare Alfeo and Porta Marina
Stop 3 · 35min
Discovering the sea caves. We will venture into these mysterious ravines along the coast to admire stalactites, stalagmites, coral flowers and numerous fascinating shapes, fruit of nature's creativity. Finally, we will stop for a refreshing dip.
What’s included
- A guided tour is included and also a stop to take a swim in our crystal clear waters
Not included
- Bottled water
Tour & ticket options
Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.
Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths.
Meeting & pickup
- Recognizable by an infopoint DOLCI ESCURSIONI We ask you to arrive at least 30 minutes before the booked departure time.
End point
- Recognizable by an infopoint DOLCI ESCURSIONI We ask you to arrive at least 30 minutes before the booked departure time.
• We will meet up at the meeting point 20 minutes before the booked time for the boarding check-in • For the ones who arrive by car, the closest parking lot is at Senatore Giuseppe Maielli street n.4 • The return is at the same place where the boat leaves from • It's really important to contact the local supplier by WhatsApp when the reservation is done to receive the perfect GPS meeting point • The ones who don't show up 20 minutes before the time spot might lose that slot.
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.