Excursion Segesta & selinunte tour at Trapani

Depart the pier for a brief panoramic drive through Trapani, before proceeding on a scenic one hour drive to Selinunte. One of

Sicily's great Greek archaeological sites, Selinunte is situated b y the sea in the south -western corner of Sicily where the isolated

ruins have stood abandoned for most of their history. The lack of later development allows modern visitors to imagine the ancient town of Selinus as it would have been two and a half thousand years ago.

Selinus

Arriving at Selinus, you will discover the remains of a city founded by the Greeks in the mid -7th century. Visit the remnants of three impressive temples that once graced the site. The first is Temple E, dating back to the 5th century BC and rebuilt in 1958. To the right stands Temple F, lying completely in ruins. Archaeologists believed that Temple G was dedicated to Zeus, and was among the largest of its type in the ancient world. Each of its columns weighs several tons. The surrounding rubble gives some indication of its immense size.

Re-board the motor coach for a scenic drive to Marsala, situated on Cape Boeo, the westernmost point of the island.

Marsala

Upon arrival stop at a local Wine-Farm, "Cantine Florio" (which is one of the most ancient Wine-Farms in Sicily, built from Vincenzo Florio in 1833 and famous producers of Marsala wine); there you have the opportunity to taste a typical Sicilian brunch accompanied with different local wines including the Marsala one and visit the wine cellars.- Afterward, re-board your coach and drive to Segesta.

Segesta

Called 'Egesta' by the Greeks and 'Segesta' by the Romans, the city was, with Erice and Entella, one of the most advanced centres of the ancient Elymian civilisation (a combination of the Trojans and Phoenicians, who mixed with the Sicans of western Sicily). The city stood on a vast plateau between the two peaks of Monte Barbaro, a very well-defended position. Likely built between the 5th and 4th centuries B.C., Segesta City was surrounded by walls of the Classic or Hellenistic Age.

Archaeological Site, Doric Temple, Theatre, Free Time

Upon arrival in Segesta, take a guided tour of its expansive archaeological site. Along the way, visit the magnificent, very well -preserved Doric Temple, whose majestic appearance and dominating position bestow great nobility on this ancient landscape.

Leaving the Doric Temple, board a local shuttle bus for the short transfer to the Theatre, which is situated on the northern slope of Monte Barbaro. Following your guided tour of the Theatre, return to the archaeological site via shuttle bus. Upon arrival, some free time is made available for independent exploration. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 45-minute drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Selinunte/Selinus, Segesta, ancient Greek and Roman ruins, Marsala, Cantine Florio winery visit, Doric Temple

Note

Please note: Comfortable clothing, walking shoes, and sun protection are recommended. This excursion involves about three kilometers of walking on uneven surfaces inside the archaeological sites. Although the venues are wheelchair accessible, all guests must be able to disembark and embark both the ship and the coach without assistance from guides. Guests may choose to explore only parts of the sites.