SICILY
Sicily’s best days out.
The 15 most popular syracuse tours in Sicily, with what each costs, how long it runs and the operator behind it. The handful worth planning a whole day around.
Syracuse boat tour with Captain Mirko: Ortigia landmarks, marine caves, snorkeling masks, and a secluded swim from Riva della Posta.
Most Popular“Great experience overall. Skillful captain, refreshing swim and finished off with a spritz!”
Ortigia boat tour from Siracusa with marine grotto caves, the heart-shaped Cave of Love, Arethusa Spring, Prosecco, and snorkeling.
“It was really nice to just have a boat ride, minimal explanations and just enjoying some of the surrounding sights with some time to swim, fresh fruit and prosecco, a decent two hours and a skilled driver for some tight squeezes. Didn't need anything more or less”
Siracusa to Ortigia and sea caves by speedboat with a swim stop, guided sights, and optional music, for a solid 1.5-hour outing.
“Very friendly guide, nice and relaxed afternoon tour. Can definitely recommend.”
Syracuse Neapolis tour: Greek theatre views, Ear of Dionysius, Latomie quarries, Roman ruins for about $26 in 1.5 hours.
“Our guide Eva was great answer any questions and gave excellent descriptions of the Neapolis”
2-hour Syracuse boat tour through Plemmirio sea caves and Pillirina, with swim and snorkeling from the water.
“The captain, Francesco, spoke almost no English but with his translator app and gestures, he was easy to understand, was knowledgeable and humorous. He made the trip. It was nice to see and go inside a sea cave, and the boat tour around the entire island of Ortigia and part of Pillirina was good, too.…”
1-hour Ortigia boat tour from Syracuse with sea caves, the heart-shaped cave, Castello Maniace views, and a Prosecco toast.
“A must do activity, we booked last minute as our hotel recommended to do it. The boat ride is nice, the guide is hilarious and you get 2-3 glasses of Prosecco on top of swim spots etc. was a good vibe for sunset”
50-minute Crystal transparent boat tour along Siracusa’s coast, sea caves, seabed views, swim stop, and underwater photos.
“A really fun way to get out on the water. A very friendly and knowledgeable host too. Thank you for a great trip.”
Sample Syracuse street food in Ortigia with guided tastings, local liqueur, and sweet stops like cannoli or granita for $77.
“Our tour guide Maria was awesome. The food was delicious and it was really interesting to find out the history and culture behind it. Maria was very knowledgable and accomodating. Highly recommend.”
Ortigia sunset cruise with grottoes, a swim near Castello Maniace, and a Sicilian produce platter plus prosecco for $71.
“This is a must do excursion when you’re in Siracusa/ Ortigia! Gaetano our captain was great. The sunset was magical plenty of food. Plenty of drinks don’t miss out. 🇨🇦🇮🇹”
Small-group Seneca Lake wine tasting with hotel pickup, four winery stops, and optional Ventosa lunch in Finger Lakes country.
“We took a tour of wineries along the northern section of Seneca Lake near Geneva, NY, on June 20. The weather couldn't have been more delightful and the four wineries we visited were just beautiful, particularly our stops at Ventosa, White Springs and Anthony Roads wineries. We also had lunch at Ventosa that was absolutely…”
A 3-hour small-group walk through ancient Syracuse: Temple of Athena, Ortigia, Neapolis theaters, and iconic limestone soundscapes.
“We were a group of 4 , met at ticket area on schedule , had a 3 and half hour detailed tour of Syracusa archeologic park followed by short taxi ride to Ortigia to complete the tour . Giuseppe has detailed knowledge of history and some cute stories and lots of energy , outlasting us…”
A 2-hour Ortigia walk with a licensed guide, from Apollo Temple to the Baroque cathedral and Arethusa Fountain, plus sea views.
“Eva was friendly and had a nice manner, was very knowledgeable and her English was excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and learnt a great deal about Ortigia and Italian history. She was flexible and very accommodating.”
Guided Mount Etna hike from Syracuse with crater views, a lava cave, and farm food tastings (wine option). Small group, 8–9 hrs.
“This was definitely the highlight of our holiday! Frederiko our guide looked after us perfectly all day. He had so much knowledge which he expertly shared with us. All the way he made sure we were happy and gave us as much time as we needed at every stage. The food and wine tasting was…”
Walk Apollo Temple to Aretusa Spring on a small-group tour in Syracuse’s Ortigia, learning Greek and Christian layers for about $22.
“Eva was a terrific guide. She is very knowledgeable and could explain to us in detail about all our questions”
2-hour guided tour of Syracuse’s Neapolis: Latomie, Ear of Dionysius, Greek Theater, Altar of Hieron II, Roman Amphitheater. $51.
“The guide was very knowledgeable. In would highly recommend it.”
From Mount Etna to the Valley of the Temples, the markets of Palermo to the islands offshore. Every way to spend a day on the island.
