Valley of the Temples (Valle dei Templi)

Explore two of Italy's greatest archeological sites on this exciting guided tour of the Valley of the Temples and Villa Romana del Casale. Leave Taormina with a local guide and be prepared to get very acquainted with Ancient Greek statuary and architecture, as well as, as centuries-old monuments from the Roman Empire. See the amazing collection of mosaics and even an ancient hunting lodge.

Sicily is home to some of the most spectacular Greek and Roman archaeological sites in Italy, but visiting on your own means navigating the island’s confusing rural roads. With this tour, reach Villa Romana Del Casale in Piazza Armerina and the Valley of Temples in Agrigento with a private driver for a stress-free jaunt through ancient history, taking in these remarkable ruins at your own pace.

The small-groups formula makes this one day tour unique and customized for your needs; in fact, our expert and passionate tour leaders will take care of you; they will lead you to the discovery of our territory in a friendly, cosy and at the same educational atmosphere.

The province of Agrigento is one of the most beautiful in Sicily. This beautiful province stretches between ancient ruins and baroque architecture, crystal-clear beaches and wonderful islands, clear waters and lush waters. The ideal place where it is combined with the search for art, culture and history, absolute relaxation under the hot sun.

Founded by Greek colonists in 581 AD, Agrigento is a history-packed town in the southern coast of Sicily, and is home to one of the island’s major attractions: the Valley of the Temples. This vast archeological site includes some of the the finest and best-preserved Greek remnants in the world. The guide will take you on a fascinating stroll around the archeological ruins, including the eight pillars of the Temple of Hercules, the oldest complex dating from the 6th century BC, and the beautiful Temple of Concord, which is the best-preserved Greek temple currently in existence. Other notable shrines are the Temple of Juno, which offers stunning views over the valley, and the colossal Temple of Jupiter.

After picking you up from your hotel, the driver will take you to Agrigento, a history-packed town founded by Greek colonists in 581 AD, home to a vast archeological site featuring some of the finest Greek remnants in the world. Here you will be guided through stunning ruins like the Temple of Hercules, the oldest complex dating from the 6th century BC and the colossal Temple of Jupiter. Then you will reach the town of Piazza Armerina to visit Villa Romana del Casale, a stunning Unesco heritage site with over 3,500-sqm of flooring covered in stunning mosaics. The 4th-century villa was covered by a mudslide, which helped the natural preservation of these beautiful artworks. These include the famous "bikini girls” portrayed playing various sports and the 60-meter corridor with hunting scenes.

The small-groups formula makes this one day tour unique and customized for your needs; in fact, our expert and passionate tour leaders will take care of you; they will lead you to the discovery of our territory in a friendly, cosy and at the same educational atmosphere.

Take to the skies for an unforgettable helicopter tour of Sicily’s most impressive ancient and natural attractions. Fly over Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples and the Greek Theater of Syracuse for stunning aerial views of the Greek ruins, and then get a ground-level perspective on the Valley of the Temples with skip-the-line access and a guided tour. After a gourmet picnic with Sicilian wine while relaxing in the shade of an olive grove, soar above the cauldron of mighty Mt Etna — Europe’s largest active volcano.