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Shore Excursion Details
Gourmet Tour - Sicilian Baroque Town Noto & Cuisine
Siracusa (Sicily), Italy
Gourmet Tour - Sicilian Baroque Town Noto & Cuisine
DETAILS
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4
hrs Estimate Duration
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Meal
OVERVIEW
Meander through the predominately baroque town of Noto before settling in for a traditional Sicilian meal in a restaurant along a large, leafy plaza. Following the devastating 1693 earthquake, Noto was almost entirely rebuilt in the baroque style of the time. Its 17th-century architecture and innovative urban planning are so spectacular and well-preserved that UNESCO declared Noto a World Heritage site. You can’t help but notice that the honey-hued limestone used in many of the buildings seems to radiant in the sunlight, giving the entire city a soothing glow. The church of San Domenico is especially outstanding because of its decorative façade and complex wrought-iron work. Not far away, you will find Noto’s cathedral, which suffered damage in the earthquake of 1996, but was soon restored. Your lunch will be pure Sicilian with an emphasis on Noto specialties such as bruschetta with Pachino tomatoes.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Walk through Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage site noted for its baroque architecture.
• Notice the innovative urban planning that also distinguishes Noto.
• Dine on Sicilian cuisine full of ingredients that are unique to the area.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
Need to Know:
Note: Coaches do not have a lift and entering and exiting must be done via stairs. This tour includes approximately 1 hours of walking and standing over even, and uneven surfaces. The sights on this tour are not wheelchair accessible; therefore, it is unavailable to wheelchair guests. Any allergies must be noted when booking the tour. The city center includes approximately 30 steps. As this excursion involves standing and walking for periods of time of approximately 1 hours, those guests with mobility concerns are cautioned to evaluate their personal level of ability and stamina. Casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable, flat walking shoes are suggested.
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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES
Excursion Type:
Local Food-Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
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1Easy
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2Moderate
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3Challenging
Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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