Highlights
Medieval town of Erice
Wander the ancient streets of Erice, a former religious site linked to the goddess Venus, famous for its marzipan and almond pastries.
Trapani Sea Saltpans
Drive past the historic saltpans of Trapani, where sea salt has been harvested using traditional methods for centuries.
Doric Temple of Segesta
Visit the striking unfinished Doric temple of Segesta, built by the ancient Elymians in the late 5th century BC atop a scenic hilltop.
Flexible independent visits
Explore Erice and Segesta independently at your own pace, with about 1.5 hours allotted at each stop.
The experience
Description
Today you are greeted at Agrigento Hotel and driven to Erice uptown. The Elymians settled the medieval town of Erice, which was an important religious site associated with the goddess Venus. Wander through its ancient streets and visit some of the famous homemade pastry shops—world-famous for marzipan candies and other delicacies like almond and pistachio pastries (pastries tasting Not included). Then we drive through the Sea Saltpans of Trapani, where the ancient tradition of harvesting salt from the sea is still practiced.
Later we travel onto Segesta, one of the major cities of the ancient indigenous Elymian people, to visit the unfinished Doric temple (Admission Fee Not included), late 5th century BC, built on a hilltop just outside of the ancient city and has a commanding view of the surrounding area. At the end of the tour continue to Palermo (approx. 1 hour drive).
The Tour can be operated in different order.
LENGTH: approx. 8,5 hours
Stops Duration:
· Erice: 1,5 hours
· Segesta: 1,5 hours
Sightseeing stops
Locations
More details
Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Booking fees
English Speaking Driver
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Independent visits as per itinerary
Not included
Admission fees
Gratuities and tips
Guided visit
Meals and beverages
Important information
• Erice max 1,5 hours;
• Segesta: 1,5 hours.
No wheelchair accessible.
1 luggage and 1 hand-luggage per person are allowed on this tour.
Practical information
- Route
- The private transfer travels from Agrigento to Palermo, with stops in the medieval hilltop town of Erice, the Trapani Saltpans, and the ancient Doric temple of Segesta.
- Meeting Point
- Hotel pick-up in Agrigento