Sunset boat tour with aperitif at Ortigia Island
Highlights
- Treat yourself to a 2-hour boat ride in Syracuse at the romantic moment of sunset
- Discover the Cave of Love and the wonders of Ortigia Island from a marine perspective
- Sip a prosecco while enjoying a tasty aperitif on a boat in front of the Arethusa Spring
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Full description
Sail along the Syracuse coastline to discover its beauty, made even more unforgettable by the colours of the sunset.
Along the way you can admire some of the coast's most beautiful caves and enjoy views of theisland of Ortigia from a unique perspective.
The tour includes a 30-minute stop for swimming and an aperitif based on typical local products, right in front of the Arethusa Spring, the freshwater spring that laps the sea at Syracuse.
What we will do
We will meet at the small port of Syracuse, from where we will set sail in our boat to explore the Syracuse coastline.
Once all the participants have gathered, we will begin the tour by heading for the caves on the coast, first and foremost the Grotta dell'Amore (Cave of Love) with its characteristic heart-shaped entrance. Everything will be made even more evocative by the colours of the sunset.
We will then return by boat to theisland of Ortigia and admire its many architectural beauties, from the Spanish walls to the Maniace Castle and the two bridges that connect it to the mainland, namely the Ponte Santa Lucia and the Ponte Umberto, with their romantic wrought-iron lampposts with a Venetian atmosphere.
The tour includes a 30-minute swimming stop and a delicious aperitif with a cheese and salami platter, caponata and olives, all accompanied by prosecco (or water). We will enjoy these delicacies right in front of the landscape of the Arethusa Spring, one of Syracuse's most suggestive views.
We will then return to the meeting point. The excursion will last approximately 2 hours in total.
Who it is aimed at
The excursion is suitable for everyone, with no age limit. Children from 0 to 6 years old participate free of charge: contact us to reserve their place on board.
The boat allows participants in wheelchairs. To request boarding for passengers with reduced mobility, please inform the skipper at the contact details provided in your booking confirmation email.
Other information
The excursion takes place from April to October, subject to weather and sea conditions, and is confirmed with a minimum number of 2 passengers.
Thetime of the experience may vary as it is dependent on sunset.
Themotor boat is 8.50 metres long and is equipped with all safety devices and accessories for comfortable sailing. In particular, participants are provided with an awning, fresh water shower, first aid kit and stereo.
Please notify the organisers in advance in the event of food allergies and intolerances, so that any changes can be made to the aperitif.
Recommended clothing
- Clothing suitable for the season
- Swimming costume
Don't forget to bring
- Beach towel
- Sun cream
- Sunglasses
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Syracuse

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.