Kolymbetra Valley of Temples and Gardens Private Tour

Sicily, Italy
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Duration3h
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LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Join a private guided walking tour of the Valley of the Temples, a majestic archaeological site located in Agrigento.
Admire an extraordinary array of Doric temples and be captivated by ancient Greek art, immersed in the striking landscape of the Valley of the Temples, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Discover the ancient secrets kept among the ancient columns, listening to stories and curiosities told by an expert guide.

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What's included

  • Guided tour of the Valley of the Temples
  • Guided tour of the Kolymbethra Garden
  • Entrance ticket
  • Everything not provided in "Include"

What to expect

  1. Valle dei Templi
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Discover one of Sicily's most famous historical attractions, for its well-preserved Doric temples dedicated to Greek deities, the famous Valley of the Temples. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this Archaeological Park is located on a plateau near the Sicilian Channel.

    Follow your guide to explore this site where time seems to have stood still, retaining unprecedented historical charm. Start the tour from the temple of Hera, continuing on the sacred way to the remains of the city walls.

    Within the Valley you can admire 12 temples and some fortifications, the lower and upper Agora, an Olympian and a Bouleuterion.

    Admire the Doric temples from the Hellenic era, which correspond to the ancient Akragas, the original monumental core of the city of Agrigento. Continue with the Temple of Concord, the remains of the early Christian necropolis, the Temple of Heracles and the remains of the Temple of Zeus.
  2. Giardino della Kolymbethra
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    The last stop on the tour is the Kolymbethra Gardens, a lush oasis of citrus groves, centuries-old olive trees and Mediterranean flora, offering a glimpse into the island's rich agricultural history and natural beauty.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your tour guide under the olive tree in front of the Lemonade kiosk, located at the entrance to the Temple of Juno

End point

The tour ends at the Temple of Olympian Zeus. From here you can return to the initial meeting point or reach the Porta V exit, located on the opposite side of the meeting point. The estimated journey time is about 20 minutes.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In case of adverse weather conditions the reservation may be modified or cancelled.
  • The tour ends at the Temple of Olympian Zeus. From here you can return to the initial meeting point or reach the Porta V exit, located on the opposite side of the meeting point. The estimated journey time is about 20 minutes.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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