Agrigento; Valley of the Temples, Scala dei Turchi from Palermo, Private Tour
Description
Retrace the Greco-Roman history of Sicily with an exclusive full-day private tour, accompanied by a Pro driver. Discover the majestic Valley of the Temples of Agrigento, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with its extraordinary Doric temples immersed in a timeless landscape. On request, it is possible to enrich the experience with a guided tour (about 2 hours) with an authorized Guide. Continue with a seafood lunch at a renowned seaside restaurant in San Leone, and end the day at the spectacular Scala dei Turchi, famous for its striking white cliff overlooking the crystal clear sea.
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Itinerary
The tour includes a visit to the archaeological park of the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento.Characterized by an excellent state of preservation, and important Doric temples of the Hellenic period. It was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.
Agrigento is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful cities in the world, the most visited ever, a symbol of antiquity with its suggestive Valley of the Temples. But Agrigento is not only culture and history. It is beautiful not only for its exceptional archaeological heritage, but also for the natural environment that characterizes it. The beautiful beach of San Leone is made up of soft golden sand, characterized by kilometers of sandy shores bathed by a splendid sea, with an intense blue color and clear waters. Its promenade (Falcone and Borsellino) is embellished with tall palm trees that line it. In its vicinity there are all kinds of services, shops and restaurants offering typical Sicilian specialities. After exploring the archaeological sites of the Valle dei Templi Park, treat yourself to lunch in a small restaurant facing the Falcone Borsellino promenade in San Leone. Here the dishes are based on land and sea ingredients together, a unique mix with a Mediterranean flavour.
A splendid dazzling white jewel that frames the clear blue of the sea is the Scala dei Turchi. One of the favorite destinations of southern summers, thanks to its conformation with soft, rounded and irregular lines and to the color of its "cold" white cliff. It is composed of clayey and calcareous sedimentary rock, which gives the cliff its characteristic white color and low temperature to the touch. The cliff can be reached via a path of huge steps, on top of which tourists usually "camp" to sunbathe or admire the wonderful panorama overlooking the equally fascinating coast of Agrigento.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We offer pickup from any hotel or address in Palermo. You will have a driver just for you. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you full contact information (telephone number, email address, etc.) for our local operator, who will arrange your pick-up.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
Reviews(77)
We had a fantastic tour with Fabrizio and Anna, both really knowledgeable, we received so much information! Great driving, guidance and food!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic experience with Fabrizio and Anna. They are truly passionate about sharing the history, culture, and flavors of Sicily, and your kind words will mean a great deal to them. It was our pleasure to be part of your trip, and we hope to welcome you back to Sicily for another unforgettable experience in the future. Warm regards, Alexandra Dragoi Panormus Autoservizi
Mimo was a fantastic driver and Anna was a great guide. I couldn't have hoped for a better tour. I hope to see Mimo again on Sunday for our next tour. Thank you??
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that Mimo made your journey so enjoyable and that Anna’s guiding helped make your tour a memorable experience. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we’ll be sure to share them with both Mimo and Anna. We truly appreciate your trust and are excited to welcome you again on Sunday. We hope you’ll have another fantastic day with Mimo! See you soon, and thank you once again!
Giuseppe was a great driver. He took time to explain the sights to us and shared a lot about Sicilian culture. Anna, our tour guide at the temples, was incredibly knowledgeable and allowed us the time we needed to take a lot of pictures. She also happily took our picture in great spots with the temples in the background.
Dear Guest, Thank you very much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Giuseppe. He is truly passionate about sharing the beauty of Sicily, its history, and its culture with our guests. We are also very pleased to know that Anna made your visit to the temples both informative and enjoyable, while ensuring you had plenty of time to take photos and create lasting memories. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we will be sure to share your compliments with both Giuseppe and Anna. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Sicily in the future! Best regards, Panormus Autservizi
Beautiful drive from Palermo to Agrigento. The tour was wonderful and very informative. Lunch was great and we really enjoyed Scala de Turchi. Our driver Guiseppe was so kind and very helpful and knew the area very well.
Dear Guest, Thank you for your lovely review. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour, Scala dei Turchi, and the lunch experience. A special thank you for your kind words about Giuseppe — we will gladly share them with him. We hope to welcome you again soon in Sicily! Best regards. Alexandra Panormus Autoservizi
The tour was amazing. Giuseppe was a great guide, very friendly, and knowledgeable about the region. Anna was a great tour guide at Valley of the Temples. Would highly recommend this trip.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that Giuseppe made your experience even more special with his friendliness and knowledge of the region. We are also very happy that you appreciated Anna’s guided tour at the Valley of the Temples. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we truly hope to welcome you back to Sicily again in the future!
This full day experience featured a drive south to Agrigento to see the temples of the gods. Our driver, Mimmo, shared information along the way. He was super courteous and concerned for our comfort and welfare. Our guide at the temples was Anna. She was incredibly knowledgeable and we felt well informed about what we were seeing. We recommend this trip!
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day in Agrigento and the visit to the Valle dei Templi. It’s great to know that Mimmo’s care and professionalism made your journey comfortable, and that Anna’s knowledge helped bring the site to life. Thank you for your recommendation—we hope to welcome you again for another experience in Sicily. Alexandra
Long drive from Palermo but totally worth it. The valley of temples is stunning. Having a guide was worth the extra cost but the layout and signage would make it possible to do without.
Thank you for your kind review. We’re glad to hear that you found the visit to the Valle dei Templi worth the journey from Palermo. It’s truly one of the most remarkable sites in Sicily. We’re also pleased that you appreciated the added value of having a guide. As you mentioned, the site is well organized, but a guide can help bring its history and details to life in a more engaging way. We hope to welcome you again for another experience in Sicily. Alexandra
The drive from Palermo to Agrigento, our private tour of Agrigento, our delicious lunch at a seaside restaurant, and the new route back to Palermo were ALL SPECTACULAR! Our guide/driver Fabrizzio was off-the-charts fabulous. So smart and interesting and knowledgeable. A wonderful and safe driver…a total delight in every way. We could not recommend this fabulous day-trip any higher! Christina
Dear Christina, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day trip to Agrigento and that every part of the experience – from the journey to the lunch by the sea – met your expectations. A special thank you for your kind words about Fabrizio. We are very proud to have such a professional, knowledgeable, and passionate driver on our team. It was a pleasure taking care of your trip, and we hope to welcome you again in Sicily for another unforgettable experience. Kind regards, Alexandra
Very nice excursion, especially for those with Greek roots. Pleasant surprise the tour by a Greek guide, Mrs. Anna. Our guide Giuseppe was excellent.
Σας ευχαριστούμε θερμά για τα όμορφα λόγια σας! Χαιρόμαστε ιδιαίτερα που απολαύσατε την εκδρομή και που η ξενάγηση από την κα Άννα αποτέλεσε μια ευχάριστη έκπληξη για εσάς. Θα της μεταφέρουμε με χαρά τα σχόλιά σας, καθώς και στον οδηγό μας Giuseppe, που θα εκτιμήσει πολύ τα καλά σας λόγια. Ελπίζουμε να σας καλωσορίσουμε ξανά σύντομα σε μια επόμενη εμπειρία μαζί μας!
You do want to see the valley of temples. You will feel transported in time and probably will feel you are in Greece. Fabrizio our driver and Danielle our guide were amazing. They truly helped make our tour a great experience. You should get a tour guide. Danielle was very professional and passionate. Thank you Fabrizio for all the info and conversation we had.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that the Valley of the Temples made you feel transported back in time — it truly is a magical place. We’re especially happy to know that Fabrizio and Danielle helped make your experience so memorable. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to both of them. Thank you for highlighting the importance of having a tour guide, and for appreciating Danielle’s professionalism and passion, as well as Fabrizio’s great company and local insight during the journey. We truly hope to welcome you again on another tour in Italy!
