Agrigento Valley

Inside the Valley there are twelve temples as well as some fortifications, the Lower Agora and the Upper Agora, an Olympeion and a Bouleuterion. A source of inspiration for poets, philosophers and painters, it is undoubtedly one of the most emblematic parks in Sicily. Our guide will lead you to discover this place where time seems to have stopped, preserving an unprecedented historical charm. The tour will start from the temple of Hera, continuing on the sacred way up to the remains of the surrounding wall. You will continue with a visit to the Temple of Concordia, the remains of the early Christian necropolis, the Temple of Heracles and the remains of the temple of Zeus.

Immerse yourself in ancient Sicilian history with a visit to Agrigento’s Valley of the Kings. The day trip from Palermo includes a pamphlet at the UNESCO-listed archaeological site. Learn the tales of the Carthaginians and Romans as they battled for power of the city, and see prehistoric artifacts inside Agrigento Valley of the temples . Entrance fees are at your own expense.

Discovering the greek worl in Agrigento and visiting the famous mosaics of the Villa Romana Del Casale, in Piazza Armerina.  Full day excursion with a driver that takes you around the beauties of Sicily. For archaeology and history lovers visit of Agrigento and Piazza Armerina is an experience to not to be missed during a trip in Sicily

This 10-hour (approx) day trip from Palermo will give you the opportunity to visit the Roman Villa del Casale in the territory of Piazza Armerina and the archaeological park "Valley of the Temples" of Agrigento. Your driver/guide will take you by air-conditioned vehicle to each location.

Experience Agrigento's Valley of the Temples with an entry ticket. With a digital audio guide leading the way, you'll discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sicily and explore highly preserved Doric temples dedicated to Greek deities. Going at your own pace, you'll start at the Temple of Hera and continue towards ancient fortifications and ruins, such as the Temple of Zeus. Hear informative and entertaining stories as you wander past the ancient town walls, the Tomb of Theron and more. Uncover layers of history and see the stunning architecture of the early Christian Necropolis, the Temple of Heracles and the Olympieion. Enjoy this snapshot of the ancient world and don't forget to take plenty of pictures as you follow in the footsteps of the Greeks from classical antiquity.

Explore the Valley of the Temples on this exclusive tour aboard a modern, eco-friendly and easy-to-drive electric scooter. Visit the entire archaeological area located along the Via Sacra, admiring the ancient temples and many other interesting places along the way. In addition, you can also walk the green paths, designed in such a way as to allow you to enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside, dotted with almond trees and groves of ancient olive trees. Here you can explore the ancient Roman roads, such as Cardo I. The tour gives you the unique opportunity to visit both picturesque landscapes and ancient monuments, framed by the sea, land and sky. During your adventurous experience: Temple of Juno, ancient fortifications and arcosoli, Temple of Concord, Temple of Hercules, Girgentane goats. Children are free when traveling with their parents.

The archaeological park of Agrigento – the largest in the world – spreads over an extensive area. Within its confines rise the magnificent remains of the once powerful Greek colony – walls, necropolises, houses, public buildings, and open sanctuaries. But what attracts millions of visitors every year to this UNESCO World Heritage Site is above all the amazing series of beautiful Doric temples.

This tour represents a wonderful dive into the past, discovering beautiful Roman mosaics, perfectly preserved over the centuries, testimony to the good taste and inclination to the art of the Roman people, and the beautiful temples, witnesses of Greek civilization, that rise majestically along the valley where the Neapolis Akragas was founded thousands of years ago. We will be happy to accompany you on this private tour. you can relax along the way thinking about the wonders seen, immersed in the comfort of our cars.

Retrace the Greco-Roman history of Sicily. Admire the Doric architecture of Agrigento's Valle dei Tempi UNESCO site during this full-day private chauffeured tour. Discover the beautiful Kolymbethra Garden to admire different botanical species. Visit the Pietro Griffo Regional Archaeological Museum to admire several historical artifacts. Enjoy one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Sicily, where the famous Scala dei Turchi stands. And if you want to know more about the history of the archaeological site, the best thing is to choose to take a guided tour (guided tour of the Valley of the Temples lasting 2 hours with an authorized guide)

The Valley of the Temples is one of the most outstanding examples of Greater Greece art and architecture, and is one of the main attractions of Sicily as well as a national monument of Italy. The area was included in the UNESCO Heritage Site list in 1997. The archaeological park and landscape of the Valley of the Temples is the largest archaeological site in the world with 1,300 hectares, but the term 'valley' is a misnomer, the site being located on a ridge outside the town of Agrigento. Through this tour you will have the chance to admire the magnificent Doric temples of the sacred hill, as the Temple of Hera (Juno), the Temple of Concordia, Temple of Herakles (Hercules), the Temple of Zeus (Jupiter) and Sanctuary of chthonic deities. Follow the steps and the words of your expert guide and you will also understand the culture that led to the construction of those majestic structures and you will get to know the characters that made Akragas 'the most beautiful city of mortals'.

Back to the glorious Sicilian past. The tour will take you to Greek and Roman times through a delightful excursion. During the day you will see the astonishing temples of the valley (Temple of Juno, Concordia, Hercules, Zeus and others). After lunch break you will head to Piazza Armerina, the splendid medieval village founded by Normands in XI century and you will visit the UNESCO world heritage Villa del Casale, a Roman villa built in the IV century decorated with incredible and well preserved mosaics.

Discovering the greek world in Agrigento and be stunned from the monumental Scala dei Turchi (Turkish Steps). Full day excursion with a driver that will take you around Sicily. For both archeology and nature lovers Agrigento with its Scala dei Turchi is a must!

Enjoy a private transfer from Palermo to Catania with a stop in Valley of Temples, Agrigento. This is a great way to travel from Western Sicily to Eastern Sicily, with a sightseeing stop in the Agrigento Valley of the Temples. From door to door, we offer to pick you up at your accommodation in the Palermo area, visit Agrigento Valley, and drop you off at your accommodation in Catania.

Crossing the entire Sicily we discover the beauty of this wonderful island with its characteristic landscapes. Arrival in Agrigento and guided tour of the spectacular Valley of the Temples. The remains of the Hellenistic and then Punic-Roman city, the imposing Doric temples, the agora, constitute the wealth of a site that extends for about 1300 hectares and tells a thousand-year history that began in the sixth century BC.C. with the founding of the ancient Greek colony of Akragas. Follow your guide to explore a place of unparalleled historical charm, where time seems to have stood still. A source of inspiration for poets, philosophers and painters, the Valley of the Temples is one of the most emblematic parks in Sicily, as well as the best preserved archaeological site. Return at 14:00 for lunch.

The tour begins with a visit to the majestic archaeological area of the Valley of the Temples, in Agrigento (UNESCO World Heritage Site), famous for its 7 temples. Second stop in Piazza Armerina (since 1997 it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site), which includes a visit to Villa Romana del Casale, a prestigious imperial villa with the best Roman mosaics preserved in the world: mosaic floors, wall mosaics, columns, capitals and coins .

Inside the Valley there are twelve temples as well as some fortifications, the Lower Agora and the Upper Agora, an Olympeion and a Bouleuterion. A source of inspiration for poets, philosophers and painters, it is undoubtedly one of the most emblematic parks in Sicily. Our guide will lead you to discover this place where time seems to have stopped, preserving an unprecedented historical charm. The tour will start from the temple of Hera, continuing on the sacred way up to the remains of the surrounding wall. You will continue with a visit to the Temple of Concordia, the remains of the early Christian necropolis, the Temple of Heracles and the remains of the temple of Zeus.

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Through the plain of Catania, we will arrive in Agrigento. We will cross some rural villages and the road will be very interesting. The Valley of the Temples has been a world heritage archaeological site since 1997, one of the most popular and important tourist destinations in Sicily. Afterwards we will move to Piazza Armerina. However, this city is famous for the beautiful Villa Romana del Casale, at the foot of the city, which owes its fame to the floors made entirely of mosaics depicting mythological stories.

• Exclusive Private Tour for personalized attention and flexibility • Start from Palermo with a licensed LOCAL GUIDE • Comfortable Transport from your hotel by Top Class Mercedes vehicle • Guided Tour inside Valley of Temples to learn more about the history of the archeological site • Check out the Sicani Mountains and the beautiful landscapes of central Sicily while your guide drives you • UNESCO World Heritage Site When it was called Akragas, Pindaro considered it to be "the Most Beautiful among Mortal Cities". The town was founded by colonists from Rhodes and Crete coming from nearby Gela and reached its maximum splendor in the V c. BC when the magnificent Doric temples were built on the southern hill. In 406 the town was conquered by the Carthaginians though with the last Punic War it passed into Roman hands, who took over and changed its name to Agrigentum.