On this tour, you will explore the popular destinations in western Sicily and learn about its ancient history. From the meeting point in Palermo, your driver and tour escort will take you on a scenic drive to Erice. Here, you'll have the chance to see Venus Castle, build on top of the ancient Temple of Venus. You can also explore the town's historic centre, where you can admire panoramic views of Trapani from a Medieval castle.
From Erice, you will drive through the salt pans of Trapani, and see the ancient tradition of harvesting salt from the sea. The next stop will be Segesta, a city founded by the Elymians, one of the indigenous peoples of Sicily. Here, you'll have the chance to see the renowned Doric temple on a hilltop built by an Athenian architect in 420 BC.
Per què anar-hi?
- Erice's medieval castle and ancient temple
- Trapani salt pans and harvesting traditions
- Segesta's archaeological site and temple
Què inclou?
- Tour escort
- Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
Què no inclou?
- Guide services
- Food and drinks
- Admission
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Idiomes que parla el guia
Informació addicional
Please note that the tour price does not include admission to the sites. Admission tickets will have to be purchased separately.
Doric Temple in Segesta charges an admission fee of EUR 6.00 per person and an additional EUR 1.50 for transportation to the theatre. Erice Cathedral charges an admission fee of EUR 2.00 per person.
Tour prices shown may vary without prior notice.
This activity is available in Italian, English and Spanish.
Porta el tiquet a l'atracció turística.