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Boat tour of Ortigia Island and sea caves

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Sicily, Italy

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We will start from the bridges of Ortigia and enter the "great port" of Syracuse and the beautiful alfeo seafront of Ortigia. Next we will leave the port to circumnavigate around the island and admire the monuments located along the coast. We will leave Ortigia to head towards the coast north of Syracuse to go and see the beautiful sea caves. We will then return from the "small port" to navigate the Ortigia channel that divides the island from the city and we will pass under the bridges to return to the starting point. the visit is guided and a historical and geographical explanation is provided. In addition, it is possible to stop for a swim. The tour lasts about 1 hour and 10/20 minutes.

What's Included

  • Historical geographical explanation
  • Guided boat tour

    Meeting Location

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    Via Senatore Giuseppe Maielli
    96100 Siracusa SR, Italy

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    What To Expect

    Isola di Ortigia (Pass By)

    Circumnavigation
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    Maniace Castle (Pass By)

    Circumnavigation
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    Fonte Aretusa (Pass By)

    Sea View
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    Syracuse Cathedral (Pass By)

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    Ponte Umbertino (Pass By)

    From below or from outside
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    Syracuse (Pass By)

    Sea View
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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    Q: Will I get seasick on Boat tour of Ortigia Island and sea caves?

    A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

    Cancellation Policy

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

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    Activity code: C-175767P1

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    • Historical geographical explanation
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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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

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    • 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 (CEST).
    • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
    • 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.

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