Modica, Ragusa Ibla & Scicli UNESCO Day Trip

Baroque domes, deep valleys and the sweetest chocolate in Sicily.

9 hours 2-8 4.9 (3 reviews)

Trip Info

Duration9 hours
Group size2-8
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
DifficultyEasy
Hotel pickupIncluded
Tour typeMinivan Day Trip
GuideLicensed local guide
Free cancellationUp to 24 hours before
Best seasonSpring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
ConfirmationWithin a few hours

Overview

A full day in the Iblean hills, where baroque towns climb the slopes of deep valleys. We start in Modica with a visit to the Cathedral of San Giorgio and a tasting of the famous cold-worked chocolate.

After lunch (optional) we walk the lanes of Ragusa Ibla and end the day in Scicli, the elegant town made famous by the Inspector Montalbano TV series.

Why go?

Modica, Ragusa and Scicli are three of the eight UNESCO baroque towns of the Val di Noto, each with its own character.

  • Chocolate tasting in a historic Modica laboratory
  • The Cathedral of San Giorgio in Modica
  • The lanes and gardens of Ragusa Ibla
  • Scicli, the town of Inspector Montalbano

Before you go

Meeting point
Hotel pickup in Syracuse, Noto or Marzamemi.
Pickup
Hotels in Syracuse and Ortigia, Hotels in Noto, Hotels in Marzamemi, I will tell you later
Departure times
08:00
Languages
English, Italian
Season
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

Tour Plan

01Modica

Visit the upper town, the Cathedral of San Giorgio and taste cold-worked chocolate.

Chocolate tastingBaroque

02Ragusa Ibla

Walk from the Duomo to the Hyblaean Gardens with time for lunch.

Lunch break

03Scicli

Discover Via Mormino Penna and the palaces of the town.

TV locations

04Return

Drive back through the Iblean countryside.

Transfer

What’s included

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Air-conditioned minivan
  • Licensed guide
  • Chocolate tasting in Modica

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Anything not listed as included

Optional extras

  • Lunch with local specialities€30

Good to know

What to bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Sun hat and sunscreen
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Camera or phone

Good to know

  • Tours run with a minimum of 2 participants
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Tell us about allergies or mobility needs when you book

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of the tour.

Where we go

Frequently asked questions

How do I book this tour?

Choose a date and the number of travellers, then send your request. We confirm availability by email within a few hours: you pay nothing online.

Can I cancel?

Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before departure and you pay nothing. Later cancellations are charged in full.

What if the weather is bad?

If weather makes the tour unsafe we propose a new date or cancel at no cost.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Most of our tours welcome families. Check the minimum age and the difficulty level in the tour details.

Reviews

4.9 based on 3 reviews
Guide 5.0
Places 5.0
Service 4.7
Organization 5.0
Transport 4.7
Value for money 5.0
  1. Lukas Weber

    Very well organised from the first email to the end of the tour. Pickup on time, comfortable van and a guide who really loves Sicily.

  2. Sophie Martin

    Beautiful places and a relaxed pace. We asked for a stop that was not on the program and the guide was happy to add it.

  3. James O’Connor

    Excellent value for money. The tastings were generous and the stories even better. Highly recommended.

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