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Tour of the Pantalica Nature Reserve

Visit Europe's largest prehistoric necropolis and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, discover an ancient Byzantine oratory, walk through the ruins of the Anaktoron and explore the naturalistic beauties of the Pantalica Nature Reserve!

Meet your guide in Ferla and with your vehicle, following the guide, you will arrive at Sella di Filiporto, one of the entrances to the Pantalica Oriented Nature Reserve. Following an ancient mule track, you will reach the Byzantine village and the Oratory of San Micidiario completely dug into the white rock. You will drive, always following the guide, to the Prince's Palace, the Anaktoron, a megalithic structure dating back to the 13th century BC, of which only a few ruins are visible today.

You will then continue by car to another entrance to the Nature Reserve. You will visit another Byzantine village and its oratory, the Church of the Crucifix, where you can admire a Byzantine painting depicting Christ on the Cross. Thanks to your naturalist guide, you will discover some of the 700 species and subspecies of plants that inhabit these fascinating places. Continue along the rocky path until you reach the clear waters of the Calcinara River, the perfect spot for a refreshing swim.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Syracuse
Validity: Flexible
Language:English, Italian
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Guided Tour
Subject expert guide
e-Voucher

Why you’ll love this…

  • Discover the necropolis of Pantalica, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Explore the Pantalica Nature Reserve with an expert naturalist guide
  • Visit Byzantine villages to admire precious churches and paintings

Important to know

Not allowed:

  • Children under 13 years old

Know in advance:

  • After booking, please contact the local operator to confirm your valid phone number (including country code), so they can reach you if needed. You'll find their contact details on your voucher
  • This tour doesn't include transportation between sites. You will need to follow the guide in your own car

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Licensed nature guide
  • Trekking poles

What’s not included

  • Transport

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Piazza S. Sebastiano, 96010 Ferla SR, Italy

Meeting point:

Meet your guide in Piazza San Sebastiano. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour starts.

Provider

Empeeria


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