Private tour in Messina Manuela Anna R

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  • $ 803 USD

Black Virgin Mary Sanctuaries & Tindari - Sicily Archaeological Shore Excursion

Tour #1050346
Pricing Details
Base cost of tour

Includes all fees

Book with a 20% deposit

up to 7 people

6 hours

Private transportation

Party size:

1

Your guide in Messina:

Manuela Anna R.

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Overview of your Messina tour:

In the Messina territory, on the western side of the Patti Gulf, there's a wonderful place called Tindari, a name that owes its origins to the ancient Greek colony that stood on top of it. From the top of the promontory you can enjoy the stunning views of the Aeolian Island right in front of it! "Tyndaris" was founded by Dionysus at the beginning of the IV century BC, and after a while it became a Roman town. The remarkable remains of its settlements are still preserved on its southeast corner: the ancient Greek Theater and an entire roman "insula" (city block) with the vestiges of houses, shops and a Roman bath! Today the place is closely linked to the Legend of the Black Virgin Mary, whose precious wooden statue is kept in a sanctuary dedicated to her. Also, at the feet of Tindari there's a natural protected lakeside area of "Marinello": salted lakes connected to the sea! This is surely a sight to see, and to sea. As a classic archaeology graduate, let me take you on this unique journey through history!

Your Messina tour itinerary

-I'll pick you up at your preferred spot in Messina and bring you atop the promontory, so during our trip towards here, we'll enjoy the amazing view of Patti Gulf. -Once we get there, we'll visit the 2 sanctuaries of the Black Virgin Mary, first of all the most recent and important one. -In order to visit the smaller and original one, we'll pass through a beautiful terrace with the stunning view of the Aeolian Islands (5 of them are perfectly visible from Stromboli to Salina)! -We'll then walk through the little touristic village of Tindari until we reach the entrance of the archaeological area. -Next, we'll visit Tindari's archaeological site. -After this, we'll have lunch at a suggested place. (Wine and local food tasting can be arranged upon request at "Antica Tindari" winery). -After lunch, we'll drive back accompanied by beautiful views of Patti Gulf, until I drop you off at the original meeting point or a place of your choosing. This itinerary could be customized to best meet your preferences.

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Transportation Details
Type: Private Transportation

Modern comfortable air conditioned Mercedes V 250 Mini Van for up to 7 people Contact me If you are more then 7 so I can arrange another vehicle by keeping the same high quality standard. In this case, I'll send you a customized tour with according pricing.

What's included
  • Other
  • Private Guide
  • Private Transportation
What's extra
  • Other: Personal expenses. -Admission ticket to the archaeological area ( 6 euro per person) -In case you choose the "wine and food tasting at the winery" option, the price per person will be 30 euro . You would taste a selection of 2 local wines and an aperitif based on local food from the farm connected to the winery. - In case you choose to start your tour in the afternoon, instead of lunch, at the end of the tour I might bring you to a place where you can have an aperitif or a refreshing drink.
  • Food Drinks Snacks
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  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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City Highlights

Architecture

Religious Sites

History

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English

Activity level
Minimal

Includes all fees

Book with a 20% deposit

Size:

up to 7 people

Duration:

6 hours

Transportation:

Private transportation

Party size:

1

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Size:

up to 7 people

Duration:

6 hours

Transportation:

Private transportation

Party size:

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