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Excursion and Tour
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| CATANIA
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By the name of Katane, it was one of the first greek colonies, founded in the VIII century b.C.
Conquered by the Romans in 263 b.C, the architectural debris of the Augustan period still remains. The 19th century was a flourishing cultural period for Catane, with a wonderful literary, musical and theatre scene.
The town has a 18th century style, because it has been rebuilt after the earthquake of 1693. After the rebuilding, the streets were wide and regular with big squares and beautiful noble palaces of a late baroque style.
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| USEFUL INFORMATION |
A car will pick you up from your hotel.
A skilled escort will be at your disposal during the tour, making the tour both
extensive and easy.
During the lunch break you can taste some typical local dishes.
At the end of the tour you will be driven back to your hotel.
The itinerary may be changed without notice, due to traffic, overcrowding, temporary
closure of some places, atmospheric troubles, snow storms and other similar reasons.
A minimum number of two people is necessary. Otherwise, the price may vary. |
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| TARIFFS |
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| 2
persons € 55,00 each
/ 6 or more persons € 45,00 each |
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| For children from
0 to 12 years old , the price is 35,00 euros
each. |
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| Frequently Asked Questions? click here |
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| SPECIAL
PRICE FOR GREAT GOUPS |
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| CATANIA
TOUR: ITINERARY |
The Dome square built after the earthquake
of 1693 is the point where the main streets
of the city converge. In the middle we
will find the elephant fountain, the emblem
of the town.
The Cathedral of Catania, dedicated
to S. Agata, built by Normans between 1070
and 1093. Inside it there is the grave
of the famous Catanese musician “Vincenzo
Bellini”.
The Abbey of Saint Agata. Built in 1620
but destroyed by the earthquake of 1693
and rebuilt again. It has an eight sided
floor plan. Its façade is one of
the most beautiful of the city.
In both sides of Crociferi street there
are wonderful baroque churches and noble
buildings of the 18th century. The name
of the streets comes from the church of
S.Camillo of Crociferi priests. The San
Giuliano street; San Benedetto church; San
Francesco d’Assisi.
The Bellini Garden with a surface of
72000 square meters, is amazing. There
is a wide variety of vegetation, with more
then a hundred different species.
The Roman temple and the amphitheatre are important roman ruins that now lay
between modern buildings. For the construction
of both buildings lava rocks were employed.
At the Odeon as in the theatre, marble
bricks were placed along with molten rocks,
which gave them the typical Catanese polychromy.
The S.Agata al Carcere church was built
in the central part of Catania, full of
historical importance, like the tragic
memory of the saint patron and his martydom.
The Porta Uzeda, named after the Vicere’s
name, was built in 1500. During 1696 it
became the official entrance of the city.
The Ursino Castle of the Middle Age,
built in XIII century on the coast. In
1669 an eruption modified the topography where
the castle rose. Today it is 1 km from
the coast.
The Collegiata basilica in 1393 received
the title of Regia Cappella and in 1446
became a college.
The Massimo Bellini theatre inagurated
in 1890 by showing the “Norma”,
Bellini’s opera.
We will also take a break in one of
the famous bars of the town, where you
will taste Catanian specialities.
The Riviera of the Cyclops.
There will be a break in one of the historical bars of the city, where you can
taste the typical dishes of Catania. Much more to visit in Catania.
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1. How long does the escursion last?
The excursion will start at 9:00 and will finish around 16:00. Our tours finish at 18:00.
2. How far is Etna from Catania? And how long does it take?
The distance is around 45 km. Half part of the trip is on city streets, one half on provincial streets. It takes an hour.
3. In which type of vehicle will the excursion be led?
By jeeps with 6/8 seats or minibus with 8 seats. All vehicles are comfortable and air-conditioned.
4. Do we visit on foot or by car?
We will arrive by car, but the places will be visited on foot for a better appreciation of their beauty. You will not walk too much, in fact the longest walk takes 15 minutes.
5. Is it possible to decide wether doing the excursion on foot or by car?
It is possible only if you book an individual tour (the price varies).
6. Will you pick us up at the hotel or another place if requested?
Yes, but if you are in a place outside of Catania, you must pay an additional price.
7. In which language will the tour be?
There will always be a driver/escort speaking fluent English. Other languages must be requested.
8. Do I need to wear any specific clothing?
We suggest you wear comfortable shoes (for trekking) and clothes. We also suggest you wear different sorts of clothing together because of the temperature changes. It is important to wear a coat during winter and to bring a light jacket during summer.
9. Will we have lunch? And is the lunch price included?
A lunch break will take place to taste the food specialities. The lunch is not included in the price.
10. Archaelogical ticket entrances are included in the price?
No, they aren’t included in the price.
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