Piazza Armerina & Caltagirone Private Tour from Catania
At a glance
- Duration
- 8–9 hours
- Price from
- $914 / person
- Location
- Catania, Italy
- Languages
- EN, IT, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Rome Italy Explora
Description
The Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina is considered to be one of the most important exemplars of an official governmental residence, attributed to the elaboration and exceptional beauty of its architectonic and decorative elements. Dated back to 320-350 A.D., the villa most likely belonged to a member of Rome’s senatorial class, probably a governor of the Eternal City itself. You will visit Caltagirone a little town full of swirling patterns, vibrant colours and painstakingly detailed designs: wherever you go in Caltagirone this is what you will see! The highlight is undoubtedly the 142 steps of the Scalinata di Santa Maria del Monte. Here you will also taste typical Sicilian food (arancino and cannolo).
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:00 AM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 25
- Adult (ages 14+)
- $914
- Youth (ages 11–13)
- $219
- Child (ages 4–10)
- $174
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $1,463.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 24.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Catania
Catania represents the starting point but also the end of the tour , because there will be 2 hours of driving time to get in Piazza Armerina, and then 2 hours to come back from Cartagirone to your accomodation
Villa Romana del Casale
Piazza Armerina, splendid art city woven into the heart of Sicily, boasts a slew of monuments that tell of its glorious past. Meanwhile, the apple of the citizens' eyes is the Villa Romana del Casale; originally the property of a powerful Roman family, it dates back to the 4th Century A.D. This majestic Imperial villa, standing tall in the Province of Enna, is a magnificent rural abode, fascinating, above all, for its captivating mosaics, considered the most beautiful and best-preserved of their kind. The fruits of meticulous labor, these precise yet moving images make for a significant adornment to what remains of this extravagant residence – made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997.
Caltagirone
The people of Caltagirone produced pottery already ten centuries before Christ. Under the Arab rule the town took the name of Qal ‘at al Gharùn meaning “Fortress of Jars” with reference to the processing of clay. The local artisans had the luck to get the raw material directly from the clay caves and to collect the firewood for their furnaces from the near wood Santo Pietro, so they quicly became the most important ceramics producers of the Island. The pottery decorums seem to be inspired to the splendid art of weaving and to the Sicilian embroidery.
What's included
Included
Free time in Caltagirone famous for its ceramics
Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
Tasting of typical Sicilian food (Arancino and Cannolo) in Caltagirone
Private professional guide inside the archeological area of Piazza Armerina
Entrance tickets for the train "Trenino Barocco"
Entrance ticket at the Villa Romana del Casale (mosaics)
Not included
Food and beverages unless specified
Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary.
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up at 8:00 am at your accomodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm us the pick up address. N.B.: If your accomodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick up.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advice any specific dietary requirements or allergies at time of booking
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Piazza Armerina & Caltagirone Private Tour from Catania take?
Piazza Armerina & Caltagirone Private Tour from Catania lasts about 8–9 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Piazza Armerina & Caltagirone Private Tour from Catania cost?
Prices start at $914 per person for this Catania experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $1,463. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Piazza Armerina & Caltagirone Private Tour from Catania run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM.
How much does Piazza Armerina & Caltagirone Private Tour from Catania cost for children?
Children aged 4–10 pay from $174, adults from $914. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Piazza Armerina & Caltagirone Private Tour from Catania for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick up at 8:00 am at your accomodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm us the pick up address. N.B.: If your accomodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick up. Pickup points include La Collegiata.
What languages is Piazza Armerina & Caltagirone Private Tour from Catania offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 7 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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