The Real Sicily: Erice and Segesta
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Overview
This is Sicily as you imagine it. Lush rolling landscapes, delicious sweets, and distinctive culture.
You'll begin this full-day tour in Palermo, where your guide will pick you up from the port area (or hotel) and drive you to Western Sicily. Sometimes called Sicily's "Wild West," this is a region that has been relatively untouched by the tourist craze that much of the rest of the island has experienced.
Your first stop is Erice, a medieval town that was settled by the Elymians. Erice was a particularly important place in the ancient world, as it was associated with the goddess of love, Venus. Today, it is still one of the most romantic towns imaginable. You'll weave through its narrow streets and visit some of its famous homemade pastry shops. Make sure to try the local specialty, marzipan candies, but don't miss out on other delicacies including almond and pistachio pastries.
Leaving Erice, you'll head towards Segesta. Once a major city for the Elyminans, Segesta was burned and destroyed by Vandals hundreds of years ago. Featuring some exquisite ruins, Segesta is well known for its unfinished Doric temple, which dates to the 5th century BC. Built on a hillside just outside of the ancient city, it offers a commanding view of the surrounding area.
At the end of the tour, your guide will escort you back to Palermo cruise port or your hotel.
What's Included
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Round trip transportation from cruise pier/hotel
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English speaking driver/escort
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Visit Erice town
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Visit Segesta town
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Scenic views
Considerations
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Entrance fees are not included.
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Food and beverages are not included.
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Bring cash/local currency for any additional purchases on the day.
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Gratuities/Tips are not included in your tour, if you would like to leave a tip, please bring cash.
Special Instructions
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Please select the departure time starting 30 minutes after your ship docks.
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Entrance fee to The Duomo in Erice is 2 Euro per guest.
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Entrance fee to the Doric Temple in Segesta is 8 Euro per guest.
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Wear cool and comfortable clothes and suitable footwear.
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Bring your sunglasses, sunscreen, sunhat and water bottle.
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It is recommended to drink plenty of water - it can get unseasonably hot.
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Bring your camera to capture wonderful memories of your time ashore!
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup and Dropoff at the Cruise Port Included.
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Price Info
The Real Sicily: Erice and Segesta
1 Passengers (USD $ 819.00 Per Person)
USD $ 819.00
2 Passengers (USD $ 409.50 Per Person)
USD $ 819.00
3 Passengers (USD $ 343.67 Per Person)
USD $ 1031.00
4 Passengers (USD $ 257.75 Per Person)
USD $ 1031.00
5 Passengers (USD $ 211.80 Per Person)
USD $ 1059.00
6 Passengers (USD $ 176.50 Per Person)
USD $ 1059.00
7 Passengers (USD $ 169.43 Per Person)
USD $ 1186.00
8 Passengers (USD $ 148.25 Per Person)
USD $ 1186.00
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