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Private boat excursion to Ortigia Island and sea caves with toast

Private boat excursion to Ortigia Island and sea caves with toast

Duration
2 hours

Difficulty
Easy

Cancellation
Very flexible

Participants
From 1 to 15

Highlights

  • Set off from Ortigia and get on a boat to circumnavigate the beautiful island of Syracuse with a skipper
  • Spend 2 hours on board a private boat and explore the sea caves of Syracuse
  • Take a swim in front of the caves and enjoy a toast with friends at the end of the excursion
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Full description

An exclusive 2-hour boat tour will take you to discover theisland of Ortigia and the marvellous sea caves on the northern coast of Syracuse.

Don't miss the opportunity to get to know one of Italy's most popular destinations. Admire the Fountain of Arethusa, the Maniace Castle, the Cathedral and many other historical buildings on the coast.

Explore the caves and end the excursion with a sparkling aperitif!

What we will do

The rendezvous is in Syracuse at the place indicated in the booking confirmation. As skipper, I will welcome you on board my boat, which will take us on a private tour around the island of Ortigia and to the sea caves of Syracuse.

Our itinerary will start from the bridges of Ortigia. From here we will enter the so-called Grand Harbour of the city of Syracuse and sail along the Alfeo promenade. Leaving the harbour to circumnavigate the island, we will be able to admire the monuments and historical buildings that stand on the coast, such as the imposing Castello Maniace, the Duomo and the Fonte Aretusa.

Leaving Ortigia behind us, we will head towards the north coast of Syracuse to explore the sea caves, from the Grotta dei cappuccini to the Grotta dei coralli, passing by the Grotta dell'amore and the Grotta delle stalattiti.

We will also go as far as the Plemmirio Marine Protected Area and along the Maddalena Peninsula, known for its enchanting Pirillina beach.

We will also enjoy one or two stops of about 15 minutes to swim near the caves, under the Maniace Castle or at the Minaret beach. To toast to the beauty of Syracuse, we will have a glass of prosecco to sip in company as we admire these splendid views.

Afterwards, we will return from the small harbour to sail along the Ortigia canal that divides the island from the city and thus return to our starting point.

The excursion will last a total of 2 hours.

Who it is aimed at

It is an activity suitable for everyone, without limitations.

Other information

The activity can be booked all year round, every day, subject to marine weather conditions.

The excursion will take place on board a motor boat equipped with a canopy. Depending on the number of passengers, a boat of different capacity and length will be used: a 6.90 m boat (max. 8 passengers), a 7.50 m boat (max. 13 passengers) and an 8.60 m boat (max. 15 passengers). Life jackets and diving masks are available on board.

Dogs are allowed on board.

Recommended clothing

  • Clothing suitable for the season
  • Swimming costume

Don't forget to bring

  • Sun cream
  • Sunglasses
  • Cap

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What is included

  • Skipper
  • Prosecco on board

How it works

  • Book
  • Gift
  1. 1
    Send a booking request

    We will only pre-authorise the payment

  2. 2
    Receive confirmation within 48 hours

    In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity

  3. 3
    Live your experience

    Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!

  1. 1
    Buy a gift voucher

    Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.

  2. 2
    Choose your preferred date

    Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.

  3. 3
    Live your experience

    Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!

Meeting point
Syracuse

Syracuse
Exact location provided after booking

Frequently asked questions

What happens in case of bad weather?

Se hai effettuato una prenotazione a data fissa e le condizioni meteo non sono idonee allo svolgimento dell’attività in sicurezza (secondo il parere esperto della guida), ti sarà rimborsato l’intero importo pagato. La guida potrebbe proporti una data o un orario alternativi in cui svolgere l’attività. Puoi liberamente scegliere se accettare o meno queste proposte. Se non puoi recuperarla, procederemo al rimborso totale!\n Se hai fissato la data del tuo Voucher Regalo e il maltempo non ha permesso lo svolgimento dell’attività, il Voucher rimane regolarmente valido fino alla data di scadenza indicata sullo stesso.\n

If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?

For this activity, the cancellation policy is very flexible. You get a full refund if you cancel within 48 hours from the activity start. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.

What payment methods do you accept?

On Freedome, you can pay with any rechargeable credit card or prepaid card (including Postepay) from Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB networks. We also accept debit cards enabled for online payments. You can also use the digital wallets Apple Pay and Google Pay.

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