Private Tour of Baroque Cities Eastern Sicily from Catania





Description
For lovers of art, elegance, history and good food, a must for those who come to Sicily and discover some of the most representative places that have contributed to making this island famous all over the globe, more and more every year appreciated and loved by the public, as well as ideal inspiration from film producers for the setting of some historical and contemporary films.
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Itinerary
As the first stage of this tour we will visit the capital of the Sicilian Baroque, surrounded by splendid churches, convents and noble palaces rebuilt in classic style after the disastrous earthquake of 1693 which affected a large part of eastern Sicily, here we will be able to visit the elegant of the eighteenth-century architectural style also defined as "Garden of Stone", from there we will stop in a typical bar for a break while enjoying a coffee or tasting an exquisite granita before leaving for the second destination.
We move to Modica, a treasure chest of many Baroque architecture treasures, where we will visit various first churches including the splendid Cathedral of San Giorgio. The mother church of the city dedicated to the patron saint of the city, before 1693 stood at the east end of the town, near the current Ibleo garden, where the great fifteenth-century portal, in Spanish Gothic style, is still located, the only remaining vestige of the ancient temple. The visit continues by stopping in the center for a chocolate tasting at a typical chocolate shop, a site famous for the production of chocolate in various compositions. Stop for lunch before continuing to the last destination.
The last stage of this itinerary takes place in what is perhaps the most representative location of this journey to discover ancient Sicily, Ragusa ibla is a magical place, which makes you imagine being catapulted into the past, a World Heritage Site of Unesco, it defines the late Baroque of the eighteenth century par excellence with its characteristic alleys, the opulent buildings and the Iblei gardens, and lastly and most importantly the splendid cathedral with the Mother Church, one of the most important monuments of the city '.Return to the hotel or to the prearranged areas. The remaining time on the tour will be spent commuting between attractions and having free time.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
we pick up directly from the address chosen by the customer
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(7)
We had a lovely day trip to the beautiful baroque towns of Modica and Ragusa Ibla. The architecture was wonderful and the towns were well preserved and maintained. Our driver (Gabriele) communicated well leading up to the day trip who was always willing and eager to showcase the history of these eastern Sicilian towns.
Very glad and honoured to stay with your company, thanks for all!
Our guide Gabriele was friendly, knowledgeable and fun. The towns of Noto, Modica and Raguse are must see locations. This tour is great!
Thanks so much!
This was an awesome tour. We got you see the most beautiful parts of sicily with a guide who knew the history very well. I highly recommend you take this tour, especially if you get Gabrielle. He was great. Thanks Gabrielle for a most wonderful day
Amazed by Mediterranean islands, with the help by professional guide is important. Strongly recommended my bodyguard Mr.Gabriele who is so nice person with passion and care. I'd like his accompany for the future tours in sicilia as well.
We were on this spectacular tour and Gabriele was the best thank you for everything.......ah... everyone says hello to you....
Modica beautiful...... but it will have to be kept cleaner and controlled! Public exercises should be checked, streets and narrow streets where cleaning is latent, territory control.... Urban Police......, it seemed absent! Positive stay at Modica Palace Hotel... well cared for and managed......
Gentile Antonio,la ringrazio per il suo contributo,anche se non capisco perche' lo abbia fatto su un mio tour attinente a questa localita',le auguro comunque una buona giornata.
I thought that only Turin was the capital of chocolate, but that's before discovering the fascinating Modica place of history and ancient flavors related to this noble food



