Excursion Salt road & mozia island tour at Trapani

Enjoy a tour to Mozia Island located between Trapani to the North and Marsala to the South. The island was formerly known as Motia, Mothia and San Pantaleo and lies in the Stagnone Lagoon. Discover an island rich with archaeological excavations and finds from what was an island city. Make a stop at the Whitaker Museum and view many beautiful relics that are well displayed here.

Depart the pier area and drive one hour to Marsala towards the "via del sale" (the salt road) with the famous "Saline" and windmills; it is not unusual to also see migrating flamingos, storks, cranes and herons in this region. On the way you have the opportunity of driving through the Stagnone Lagoon, with a very unreal panorama and beautiful colors, and to have a panoramic view of Mozia Island.

Embark for a brief sea crossing to Mozia Island by local boat. Mozia has ancient roots, and was founded at the end of the 8th century B.C. on the island, situated at the center of a large lagoon, known today as Stagnone, or big pond. Due to its presence near the coast as an important trade city, Mozia was one of the most important Phoenician and Carthaginian settlements in the Mediterranean area. Once on the island, your guide leads you to some of the interesting archaeological points with spectacular view of the Stagnone Lagoon.

Next, make your way to the Whitaker Museum, which houses several artifacts found in Mozia and in the neighboring area. The highlight of the museum is most certainly the Ephebus of Motya, the marble statue of a young man from the fifth century BC, found in Mothia in 1976.

Enjoy some free time on the island for further exploration, then re-board the local boat to the mainland.

Return to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Mozia Island, Whitaker Museum

Note

Please note: This tour requires approximately 1.5km (1 mile) of walking and is not suggested for guests with limited mobility. Venues are wheelchair accessible, but guests must be able to board and disembark the coach and ship without assistance. Comfortable clothing, flat walking shoes and sun protection are recommended.