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SHORE EXCURSIONS - SIRACUSA, SICILY, ITALY

The meticulously crafted Shore Excursions of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection let you explore each destination exactly as you wish, whether visiting iconic sights, immersing yourself in local culture, or discovering untamed natural beauty. Join a small cadre of fellow travelers on Select Group Excursions or explore with your chosen personal companions on Pre-Designed Private Excursions curated by our destination experts. We can also craft a unique itinerary tailored to your preferences with our Custom Private Excursions.

Shore Excursions are available for booking 120 days prior to embarkation. The excursions listed below are intended as a guide for activities that may be available in each port, however, excursions are capacity controlled and may not be available on all voyages. Please check back regularly as more excursions will be added as they become available.

Shore Excursions

Ancient Syracuse

Delve into the history of Syracuse, where Archimedes was born and Paul converted the citizens to Christianity. Wonder at the altars and amphitheater of the archaeological site before taking a walking tour of Ortygia with its impressive Baroque palaces.

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Explore UNESCO's Town of Noto

Surround yourself in sundrenched Baroque beauty on a walking tour of Sicily's most stunning centro storico in Noto.

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Baroque Beauty in the Town of Noto

Surround yourself in sundrenched Baroque beauty on a walking tour of Sicily's most stunning centro storico in Noto.

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Colorful Catania & New Heights at Mount Etna

Explore the bustling port town of Catania at the foot of mighty Mount Etna. Dine on Sicilian specialties and take a stroll on the volcano's famous Crateri Silvestri.

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Catania and New Heights at Mount Etna

Explore the bustling port town of Catania at the foot of mighty Mount Etna. Dine on Sicilian specialties and take a stroll on the volcano's famous Crateri Silvestri.

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UNESCO’s Ragusa & Modica

Explore two of the exquisite towns in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto , which were all lovingly-rebuilt after the 1693 earthquake. Lose yourself in the tangled streets of Ragusa, dine at the stylish Michelin-starred Locanda Don Serafino, and wonder at the splendor of Modica's historic churches and sublime squares.

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Walking Food Tour of Ortigia

Come ashore to tantalize your taste buds during a stroll through Syracuse's beautiful streets. Stop off in the Old Market to sample some local bruschette; indulge in mouthwatering traditional sandwiches in the marina; and treat yourself to some Sicilian dessert in the Piazza Duomo.

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Private Car with Driver (Half Day)

Guests can enjoy a private car and driver experience in select destinations. Half-day use of private car and driver provides the flexibility to discover a destination at your own pace, all while in the comfort of a private vehicle.

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Private Car with Driver and Guide (Half Day)

Guests can enjoy the use of a private car with a driver, providing the flexibility to discover a destination at their own pace in the comfort of a private vehicle. A guide will also provide a personalized tour of the destination.

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Private Car with Driver (Full Day)

Guests can enjoy a private car and driver experience in select destinations. Full-day use of private car and driver provides the flexibility to discover a destination at your own pace, all while in the comfort of a private vehicle.

MORE INFO

Private Car with Driver and Guide (Full Day)

Guests can enjoy the use of a private car with a driver, providing the flexibility to discover a destination at their own pace in the comfort of a private vehicle. A guide will also provide a personalized tour of the destination.

MORE INFO

Private Van with Driver (Half Day)

Guests can enjoy the use of a private van with a driver, providing the flexibility to discover a destination at their own pace while in the comfort of a private vehicle.

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Private Van with Driver and Guide (Half Day)

Guests can enjoy the use of a private van with a driver, providing the flexibility to discover a destination at their own pace in the comfort of a private vehicle. A guide will also provide a personalized tour of the destination.

MORE INFO

Private Van with Driver (Full Day)

Guests can enjoy the use of a private van with a driver, providing the flexibility to discover a destination at their own pace while in the comfort of a private vehicle.

MORE INFO

Private Van with Driver and Guide (Full Day)

Guests can enjoy the use of a private van with a driver, providing the flexibility to discover a destination at their own pace in the comfort of a private vehicle. A guide will also provide a personalized tour of the destination.

MORE INFO

Custom: Private Mini Coach with Italian speaking driver and Japanese speaking guide half day

Guests can enjoy the use of a private mini coach with an Italian speaking driver, providing the flexibility to discover a destination at their own pace in the comfort of a private vehicle. A Japanese-speaking guide will also provide a personalized tour of the destination.

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Volcano Adventure & Sicilian Mountain Lunch

This full-day Mount Etna adventure offers a visit to Mount Etna's north crater with a vehicle at your exclusive use, followed by a delicious Sicilian lunch at a typical Mountain restaurant

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UNESCO's Ragusa & Modica

Explore two of the exquisite towns in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the “Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto”, which were all lovingly-rebuilt after the 1693 earthquake. Lose yourself in the tangled streets of Ragusa, dine at the stylish Michelin-starred Locanda Don Serafino, and wonder at the splendor of Modica's historic churches and sublime squares.

MORE INFO

Sicilian Home Cooking Class

Take a stroll around Ortigia’s traditional market. Shop for the finest ingredients and then step inside a private kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Dine on authentic Sicilian dishes and soak up some warm Sicilian hospitality.

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Sicilian Home Cooking Class

Take a stroll around Ortigia’s traditional market. Shop for the finest ingredients and then step inside a private kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Dine on authentic Sicilian dishes and soak up some warm Sicilian hospitality.

MORE INFO

Sicilian Home Cooking Class

Take a stroll around Ortigia’s traditional market. Shop for the finest ingredients and then step inside a private kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Dine on authentic Sicilian dishes and soak up some warm Sicilian hospitality.

MORE INFO

Sicilian Home Cooking Class

Take a stroll around Ortigia’s traditional market. Shop for the finest ingredients and then step inside a private kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Dine on authentic Sicilian dishes and soak up some warm Sicilian hospitality.

MORE INFO

Sicilian Home Cooking Class

Take a stroll around Ortigia’s traditional market. Shop for the finest ingredients and then step inside a private kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Dine on authentic Sicilian dishes and soak up some warm Sicilian hospitality.

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Sicilian Bistrot Cooking Class

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Private Car for 2 Guests (4 hrs With Guide)

Explore Syracusa at your own leisure with a private car, driver and professional English speaking guide for 4 hours.

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Private Car for 2 Guests (8 hrs With Guide)

Explore Syracusa at your own leisure with a private car, driver and professional English speaking guide for 8 hours.

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Private Van for 4 Guests (4 hrs With Guide)

Explore Syracusa at your own leisure with a private van, driver and professional English speaking guide for 4 hours.

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Private Van for 4 Guests (8 hrs With Guide)

Explore Syracusa at your own leisure with a private van, driver and professional English speaking guide for 8 hours.

MORE INFO

Ancient Syracuse

Delve into the history of Syracuse, where Archimedes was born and Paul converted the citizens to Christianity. Wonder at the altars and amphitheater of the archaeological site before taking a walking tour of Ortygia with its impressive Baroque palaces.

Explore UNESCO's Town of Noto

Surround yourself in sundrenched Baroque beauty on a walking tour of Sicily's most stunning centro storico in Noto.

Baroque Beauty in the Town of Noto

Surround yourself in sundrenched Baroque beauty on a walking tour of Sicily's most stunning centro storico in Noto.

Colorful Catania & New Heights at Mount Etna

Explore the bustling port town of Catania at the foot of mighty Mount Etna. Dine on Sicilian specialties and take a stroll on the volcano's famous Crateri Silvestri.

Catania and New Heights at Mount Etna

Explore the bustling port town of Catania at the foot of mighty Mount Etna. Dine on Sicilian specialties and take a stroll on the volcano's famous Crateri Silvestri.

UNESCO’s Ragusa & Modica

Explore two of the exquisite towns in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto , which were all lovingly-rebuilt after the 1693 earthquake. Lose yourself in the tangled streets of Ragusa, dine at the stylish Michelin-starred Locanda Don Serafino, and wonder at the splendor of Modica's historic churches and sublime squares.

Walking Food Tour of Ortigia

Come ashore to tantalize your taste buds during a stroll through Syracuse's beautiful streets. Stop off in the Old Market to sample some local bruschette; indulge in mouthwatering traditional sandwiches in the marina; and treat yourself to some Sicilian dessert in the Piazza Duomo.

Private Car with Driver (Half Day)

Guests can enjoy a private car and driver experience in select destinations. Half-day use of private car and driver provides the flexibility to discover a destination at your own pace, all while in the comfort of a private vehicle.

Private Car with Driver and Guide (Half Day)

Guests can enjoy the use of a private car with a driver, providing the flexibility to discover a destination at their own pace in the comfort of a private vehicle. A guide will also provide a personalized tour of the destination.

Private Car with Driver (Full Day)

Guests can enjoy a private car and driver experience in select destinations. Full-day use of private car and driver provides the flexibility to discover a destination at your own pace, all while in the comfort of a private vehicle.

Private Car with Driver and Guide (Full Day)

Guests can enjoy the use of a private car with a driver, providing the flexibility to discover a destination at their own pace in the comfort of a private vehicle. A guide will also provide a personalized tour of the destination.

Private Van with Driver (Half Day)

Guests can enjoy the use of a private van with a driver, providing the flexibility to discover a destination at their own pace while in the comfort of a private vehicle.

Private Van with Driver and Guide (Half Day)

Guests can enjoy the use of a private van with a driver, providing the flexibility to discover a destination at their own pace in the comfort of a private vehicle. A guide will also provide a personalized tour of the destination.

Private Van with Driver (Full Day)

Guests can enjoy the use of a private van with a driver, providing the flexibility to discover a destination at their own pace while in the comfort of a private vehicle.

Private Van with Driver and Guide (Full Day)

Guests can enjoy the use of a private van with a driver, providing the flexibility to discover a destination at their own pace in the comfort of a private vehicle. A guide will also provide a personalized tour of the destination.

Custom: Private Mini Coach with Italian speaking driver and Japanese speaking guide half day

Guests can enjoy the use of a private mini coach with an Italian speaking driver, providing the flexibility to discover a destination at their own pace in the comfort of a private vehicle. A Japanese-speaking guide will also provide a personalized tour of the destination.

Volcano Adventure & Sicilian Mountain Lunch

This full-day Mount Etna adventure offers a visit to Mount Etna's north crater with a vehicle at your exclusive use, followed by a delicious Sicilian lunch at a typical Mountain restaurant

UNESCO's Ragusa & Modica

Explore two of the exquisite towns in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the “Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto”, which were all lovingly-rebuilt after the 1693 earthquake. Lose yourself in the tangled streets of Ragusa, dine at the stylish Michelin-starred Locanda Don Serafino, and wonder at the splendor of Modica's historic churches and sublime squares.

Sicilian Home Cooking Class

Take a stroll around Ortigia’s traditional market. Shop for the finest ingredients and then step inside a private kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Dine on authentic Sicilian dishes and soak up some warm Sicilian hospitality.

Sicilian Home Cooking Class

Take a stroll around Ortigia’s traditional market. Shop for the finest ingredients and then step inside a private kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Dine on authentic Sicilian dishes and soak up some warm Sicilian hospitality.

Sicilian Home Cooking Class

Take a stroll around Ortigia’s traditional market. Shop for the finest ingredients and then step inside a private kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Dine on authentic Sicilian dishes and soak up some warm Sicilian hospitality.

Sicilian Home Cooking Class

Take a stroll around Ortigia’s traditional market. Shop for the finest ingredients and then step inside a private kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Dine on authentic Sicilian dishes and soak up some warm Sicilian hospitality.

Sicilian Home Cooking Class

Take a stroll around Ortigia’s traditional market. Shop for the finest ingredients and then step inside a private kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Dine on authentic Sicilian dishes and soak up some warm Sicilian hospitality.

Sicilian Bistrot Cooking Class

Private Car for 2 Guests (4 hrs With Guide)

Explore Syracusa at your own leisure with a private car, driver and professional English speaking guide for 4 hours.

Private Car for 2 Guests (8 hrs With Guide)

Explore Syracusa at your own leisure with a private car, driver and professional English speaking guide for 8 hours.

Private Van for 4 Guests (4 hrs With Guide)

Explore Syracusa at your own leisure with a private van, driver and professional English speaking guide for 4 hours.

Private Van for 4 Guests (8 hrs With Guide)

Explore Syracusa at your own leisure with a private van, driver and professional English speaking guide for 8 hours.