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    TOUR B - SEGESTA

    Excursions

    • £40 - £50
    • Approximately 4.5 hours
    • Strenuous

    Segesta is one of the most important archaeological sites in the province of Trapani, and was once the most important town of western Sicily, inhabited by the Elimi. According to tradition, Segesta was founded jointly by the territorial King Acestes, and Aenea’s folk, who wished to remain behind. Little is known about the city when it was under Roman rule. It was finally destroyed by the Vandals, and was never resettled. The ruins of Segesta are located at the top of Mount Barbaro, and reflect the presence of several ancient civilisations.

    Arriving at Segesta, we visit the 5th century Doric Temple, the focal point of the archaeological site. The Temple, which dominates the hilltop just outside the ancient city, was never completed – the pillars were never fluted and a roof was never added. It is one of the best-preserved Greek temples in the world.

    Next we board a coach and drive to the Theatre. Built during the Hellenistic Age and restored by the Romans, the Theatre rises on top of a hill overlooking the Castellamare Gulf and is reached by a path, along which we can admire the remains of the ancient town.

    Following our visit to the archaeological site, we can enjoy some free time to browse the gift shop, before re-boarding our tour coach for the return journey to the quayside.

    TOUR NOTES: This is a strenuous tour, which involves approximately one and a half hours of compulsory walking, over hilly, cobbled and gravelled terrain. There are around 30 steps to negotiate at the archaeological site. Unfortunately it is not suitable for passengers with limited mobility or wheelchair users. There is approximately 30 minutes of free time, where walking is at the discretion of the individual. Places of interest may be visited in a different order to that described.

    DESCRIPTION CORRECT FOR 2011 CANARIES & MEDITERRANEAN CRUISES

     

    Snack or meal provided

    Refreshments available

    Free time

    Shopping opportunity

    Wheelchair access

    Swimming opportunity

    All prices are based on operating costs, tariffs and rates of exchange and are subject to change without notice.