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Full Day Tour of Pantalica in Sicily: Europe's Remarkable Prehistoric and Paleo-Christian Settlement
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Catania
Pantalica stands as Europe’s foremost prehistoric and Paleo Christian habitation. Burrowed within the valley shaped by the Anapo and Calcinara rivers, it hosts tombs, Byzantine churches, caves and a windmill - all bearing evidence to the long-standing human occupancy in this area.
Pantalica stands as Europe’s foremost prehistoric and Paleo Christian habitation. Burrowed within the valley shaped by the Anapo and Calcinara rivers, it hosts tombs, Byzantine churches, caves and a windmill - all bearing evidence to the long-standing human occupancy in this area.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Necropoli di Pantalica - Pantalica stands as the most remarkable prehistoric and early Christian settlement in Europe. It is situated along a canyon between the Anapo and Calcinara rivers, where tombs, caves, villages, and Byzantine churches bear witness to the ancient human presence in this river valley. The Pantalica Nature Reserve was…
- Necropoli di Pantalica - Pantalica stands as the most remarkable prehistoric and early Christian settlement in Europe. It is situated along a canyon between the Anapo and Calcinara rivers, where tombs, caves, villages, and Byzantine churches bear witness to the ancient human presence in this river valley. The Pantalica Nature Reserve was established by the Sicilian people who inhabited the area for over 2,400 years. This captivating site is the largest necropolis in Europe. Due to its significant historical, archaeological, speleological, and landscape value, it was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2005.

What's Included
- Convenient transfer service
- Expert multilingual guide
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation
- Convenient transfer service
- Expert multilingual guide
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Pick-up/ Drop-off outside the pick-up area
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Pick-up/ Drop-off outside the pick-up area
- Lunch
Location
Via Vittorio Emanuele II, 104
Via Vittorio Emanuele II
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Michael_b
Jul 20, 2025
Most underrated tour ever - This tour is incredible. This is such a unique place and I am so happy I got to experience it. Pantalica has something for everyone, nature, great views, history! Andrea is such a great tour guide, not only does he know everything about Pantalica, but his passion for this place is obvious. It really makes you appreciate it all the more. The only true comparison I can make to accurately describe how great of a guide Andrea is, would be to call him the Michael Jordan of Sicily, and that is not exaggerated. Absolutely fantastic tour, a hidden gem of Sicily!
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Vera
May 25, 2023
Very special place, great guide, memorable day out. - Thoroughly enjoyable day out in a stunningly beautiful place steeped in history. We were picked up on time outside the Hotel villa Romeo in Catania as it was the nearest meeting point we could find to the train station. We got breakfast in the hotel as non residents as there isn't much else around. We were driven by Andrea to sSortina first to see the outside if baroque churches, have coffee and pick ip some savory pastries for lunch. Then on to the Necropolis. We learned the history of the place as we walked through beautiful scenery, pointing out graves, rock formations, plants and wildlife. Paths are rough in places but Andrea can vary the walk if necessary depending on group, weather . He is knowledgeable and communicates information in a really pleasant way. An excellent guide who loves his job and often guides groups to Etna. Very special memorable day.
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