Full-day Valley of the Temples and Scala dei Turchi tour
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Full-day Valley of the Temples and Scala dei Turchi tour

4.2/5
Excellent
Based on 6 reviews
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£55.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • The tour shines a light on some of Sicily's oldest and most important historical and natural landmarks
  • You'll wander around the ruins of seven 2,500-year-old shrines at the UNESCO-rated Valley of the Temples
  • Your visit to the valley follows the Sacred Way, an easy-going trail lined with flowering almond trees
  • You can go for a swim at the Scala dei Turchi, a natural limestone staircase dug into a cliff face
  • This experience is led by an expert local guide who can tell you all about the landmarks and their history
What to expect

Two of Sicily's highlights are in the spotlight on this full-day tour. You'll visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Valley of the Temples, an archaeological site that's loaded with what's left of seven 2,500-year-old shrines, including the Temple of Concordia – it's ranked as one of the best-preserved Greek temples in the world. Afterwards, you'll head to one of the top ten most unique coastlines as named by TripAdvisor – Scala dei Turchi. Giuseppa, one of our expert local guides, says “the Valley of the Temples is landscaped with lots of flowering almond trees, another staple of Sicily, that will really add something extra to the photos you take here.”

First up is one of the largest archaeological sites in the world, the immense Valley of the Temples in Agrigento. It packs in the remains of seven temples perched on a high ridge, all of which you'll see, including the ruins of the Temple of Zeus and Concordia Temple at the end of the Sacred Way. The temples here are over 2,500 years old, so there are a lot of pages in the history books to uncover. You'll be given headphones to hear your guide, too, so you won't miss any details.

Afterwards, you'll make your way to the bright white Scala dei Turchi, a natural limestone staircase that is dug into the cliffs and weaves its way down to the sea. You'll have some time to unwind and go for a swim before heading back to the hotel.

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What to remember
  • Pick-ups are available from selected hotels in the following resorts: Cefalu
  • Not suitable for guests with cardiac or respiratory problems
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Bring a towel
  • Bring a hat
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Admissions not included
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Food and drinks not included
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Provider
TUI ITALIA S.R.L.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.2/5

Based on 6 reviews from verified customers

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  • Katarina

    From Germany - August 2024

    Travelled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

  • Uwe

    From United States of America - August 2023

    Solo traveller

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Alles super

  • Raph

    From United States of America - July 2023

    Travelled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    3/5

  • Sabine

    From Germany - July 2023

    Solo traveller

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Sehr interessante Tour, eine ausgewogene Mischung von Kultur und Entspannung. Die mehr als 2500 Jahre alten Tempel in Agrigento sind absolut beeindruc ...

  • Nadine

    From Germany - September 2022

    Solo traveller

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

  • Tati

    From Germany - July 2022

    Travelled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5