Catania, Acireale and the Cyclops Riviera

Cruise Port Tours

Duration: 8 hr. approx

Catania, Acireale and the Cyclops Riviera — View more photos

Visit the mythological coast reached by Odysseus
Discover Catania, the city built in lava stone
Explore Acireale and fall in love with its legendary origins
Enjoy the most romantic side of Sicily

Do you want this tour in a small group version?

Click HERE if your ship docks in Messina!

Click HERE if your ship docks in Taormina/Naxos!

When

All year

Duration

Level

Easy

Service Type

Vehicle

Suggested pick up time

7:30

What’s included

Luxury air conditioned vehicle
English speaking driver
Stop in Catania and time to visit the town
Stop in Acireale and time to visit there
Visit of the Cyclops Riviera
Photo stops
All taxes, parking tolls, gasoline and driver maintenance

Not included

Meals and Drinks
Entrance fees, if required
Gratuities

Itinerary

Catania
Cyclops Riviera
Acireale

Catania

Catania, CT, Italia

Cyclops Riviera

Aci Trezza, CT, Italia

Acireale

Acireale, CT, Italia

Explore the mythological side of Sicily and be enchanted by the coast where old legends and stunning views blend perfectly.

Catania, “six times destroyed and six times reborn”, is a town full of history, art and life. You will be raptured by the lovely blending of the Ancient Greek and the Sicilian Baroque styles. Do not miss a visit to the Basilica of Sant’Agata and Castello Ursino.

Legend says that those black rocks rising out of the sea known as the Cyclops Riviera, very peculiar for this area, were thrown by Cyclop Poliphemus in a desperate attempt to stop Odysseus escaping. You will enjoy this scenic drive and visit the small towns of Aci Trezza, Aci Catena and Acireale. Plus, have a taste of the local granita di limone!

What should I wear if I want to visit some religious sites?

If you intend to visit religious sites, please have knees and shoulders covered (both men and women).

What should I wear for this tour?

We suggest that you wear comfortable walking shoes as there is quite a bit of walking involved on uneven surfaces.

What is your back to port policy?

We have a back to port policy of at least 1 hour prior to the last scheduled boarding time for the ship.

Where and how will I find the driver at Taormina port?

Your driver will be waiting for you at the gangway of your cruise ship holding a sign with your name written on it.

Where and how will I find the driver at Giardini-Naxos port?

Your driver will be waiting for you at the gangway of your cruise ship holding a sign with your name written on it.

Where and how will I find the driver at Messina port?

You will need to go out of the terminal onto your left hand side and follow the sign for private excursions, just opposite busses and taxis stand, and there you will fond your driver, holding a sign with your name written on it.

Where and how will I find the driver at Catania port?

You will need to follow the yellow line out of the terminal and walk for just 40mt, your driver will be waiting just behind the busses, holding a sign with your name written on it.