Island of the Cyclops nature tour 3h

If you are in Sicily and you love nature and history, the offer we are about to offer you could certainly be right for you! The following package includes a three-hour tour along the Riviera of the Cyclops with a historical-naturalistic focus.

During the excursion our team of local and expert guides will enlighten you with exhaustive and detailed explanations on the history of the places you will encounter along the Riviera. Thanks to the large influx of tourists from all over the world, we also thought of offering excursions of this type in English, so that everyone can benefit from the explanations.

Among the different places that you will visit during the experience worthy of mention are: the island of Lachea the largest of the small archipelago which constitutes a part of the protected marine area of Acitrezza, always in the protected area you will have the opportunity to take a bath in the Ulysses' caves, you will be able to observe from the sea the Norman castle of Aci Castello built during the Middle Ages on a promontory overlooking the sea. Finally, included in the price of the tour is also the entrance ticket to the ancient shipyard where you can observe the shipwrights carrying out an ancient traditional craft activity of Aci Trezza.

Whether you are on holiday in Sicily or you simply want to spend an alternative day in the company of your family, a boat excursion in one of the most beautiful and evocative areas of Italy is always an excellent idea.

Our company organizes a tour along the Riviera dei Ciclopi: a coastal stretch of eastern Sicily that includes the coast from Aci castello to Acireale. A magical place where you can relive the ancient adventures of Ulysses, told in the Odyssey. Our expert and professional team will take care of providing you with all the possible explanations about the history of these beautiful places: you will discover how the large stacks that stand out in the crystal clear waters a few kilometers from the coast of Aci Trezza were formed, the history and traditions restaurants of these beautiful villages and try some products of the famous Sicilian gastronomy on board.

This type of experience is also suitable for children, who together with their parents will be able to admire the beautiful landscape at a very affordable price. Among the places that you will get to know during your two-hour excursion are: the majestic palace of the Prince of Aci Castello built overlooking the sea, the island of Lachea which is the largest of the islets of the Cyclops archipelago and the Ulysses cave, where you will have the opportunity to take a nice swim.

We are sure that it will be an incredible experience, we can't wait for you to admire one of the most beautiful landscapes in Italy!

If you are interested in an alternative and evocative tour that will introduce you to the most beautiful places on the Riviera dei Ciclopi, then you are in the right place because we have the offer for you. This is a boat tour that will focus on the historical-naturalistic aspect that characterizes the area.

On board our boats there will be our team made up of expert local guides who will enlighten you with anecdotes regarding the history and culture of the places you will visit including the various islands of the Cyclops archipelago, Ulysses' cave and the fascinating Norman Castle. In short, an activity that will not only allow you to relax, but also to learn about the history and traditions of one of the most fascinating places in Sicily.

Furthermore, it is an activity that can be carried out without problems by families with children, since no specific requirements are required, in fact it is an experience that we recommend since they will be able to alternate the explanations of our guides with breaks in which they can dive into the waters crystal clear, all at a super affordable price.

The price also includes entry to the ancient Rodonico shipyard, where local artisans carry on a traditional activity that is now becoming extinct.

You cannot leave Sicily without first having taken a beautiful tour of the Islands of the Cyclops, a legendary place where mythology mixes with the wonderful nature that has been able to create and sculpt these wonderful stacks. It is thought that their real origin can be attributed to one of the first phases of the evolution of the Etna volcano.

The excursion starts from the port of Acitrezza, and continues towards the protected area, we will sail around the island of Lachea famous for its naturalistic and archaeological richness and finally you can admire from the sea the marvelous Norman castle. During the tour there will be stops to dive in and enjoy the crystal clear water.

At the end of the trip, you can relax with a glass of wine admiring the village of Acitrezza illuminated by the warm lights of the sunset, while you let yourself be lulled by the delicate movement of the sea waves.To ensure a unique and personalized experience, we prefer small groups of maximum 8 people.

The price also includes fruit and local products that you can munch on during the excursion. We hope you can join one of our tours soon!