Italy · Archaeology

5-Day Catanzaro and Crotone Tour with Le Castella and Locri

5 Days Round trip from 88100 Catanzaro Lido CZ Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the Archaeological Museum of Crotone and the city's historic landmarks
  • 02 Explore Catanzaro's Piazza Matteotti, the Monumental Complex of San Giovanni, the Norman Castle, and Corso Mazzini
  • 03 Discover Le Castella and its Aragonese Fortress on the Costa dei Saraceni
  • 04 In Locri, visit the archaeological area, the Greek-Roman theater, and the remains of the ancient polis
  • 05 Enjoy the Riviera dei Gelsomini with stops in Marina di Gioiosa Ionica and Roccella Ionica

Take a breathtaking journey from Catanzaro along the Costa dei Saraceni, with Le Castella and the Costa dei Gelsomini up to Roccella Ionica, enriched with unforgettable sensory experiences. Over 5 days, discover the historic and archaeological heritage of Crotone, Catanzaro, Locri, Isola Capo Rizzuto, and the Ionian coast, with visits to museums, archaeological parks, castles, sanctuaries, and charming old towns.

Take a breathtaking journey from Catanzaro along the Costa dei Saraceni, with Le Castella and the Costa dei Gelsomini up to Roccella Ionica, enriched with unforgettable sensory experiences.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Catanzaro, Crotone
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Catanzaro Lido

  • Arrival at the hotel on the Ionian coast.
  • Check in and enjoy a short walk along the promenade.

Dinner at the hotel and overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Crotone, Isola Capo Rizzuto, and Le Castella

  • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
  • Take a guided tour of the city of Crotone and see Capperina, Mount Sublime, the Temple of the Muses, the House of Pythagoras and Palazzo Zurlo, the Castle of Charles V, the Garden of Pythagoras, the Cathedral, and the Church of the Immaculate Conception.
  • Visit the Archaeological Museum.
  • Stop for lunch.
  • Visit Isola Capo Rizzuto, the Sanctuary of Hera Lacinia of Capo Colonna, the Archaeological Park of Capo Colonna, and Torre Nao.
  • Visit Le Castella and the Aragonese Fortress.

Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Guided Tour of Catanzaro

  • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
  • Take a guided tour of Catanzaro, including Piazza Matteotti, the Monumental Complex of San Giovanni, the Norman Castle, Corso Mazzini, the Church of Sant'Omobono, the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, the Politeama Theater, Palazzo de Nobili, Villa Margherita, the Provincial Archaeological Museum, the Masciari Theater, the Church of San Rocco, Santa Maria del Carmine, and the Cathedral.
  • Stop at the Bellavista viewpoint.
  • Have a typical lunch.
  • Visit the Mediterranean Biodiversity Park and the Marca Museum.

Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

4
Day 04

Riviera dei Gelsomini Excursion

  • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
  • Set out on an excursion along the Riviera dei Gelsomini.
  • In Locri, visit the archaeological area, the Greek-Roman theater, the temples, the old quarter, and the walls of the ancient polis.
  • In Marina di Gioiosa Ionica, visit the Greek-Roman theater, Torre del Cavallaro, and Torre Galea.
  • Have lunch in a restaurant with an ice cream tasting.
  • In Roccella Ionica, visit Carafa Castle, the historic center, and the Convent of the Minims.

Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

5
Day 05

Departure from Catanzaro Lido

  • Have breakfast at the hotel.
  • Enjoy some free time.
  • Check out of the hotel.

End of services.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from 88100 Catanzaro Lido CZ 2 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation in a 4-star hotel in a double room, with breakfast
  • Welcome dinner and 3 lunches in a restaurant/farmhouse
  • Visit with a local guide of Crotone, Catanzaro, and the Ionian coast
  • Entrance and visit to the Archaeological Museum of Crotone, the Mediterranean Biodiversity Park, and the Marca Museum of Catanzaro
  • Ice cream tasting in Marina di Gioiosa Ionica
  • Entrance to the Archaeological Park of Locri

What's Not Included

  • Transfers
  • Drinks
  • City tax
  • Anything not clearly specified

Know before you go

  • Supplement for single room:
    • 1-1 = EUR 209.00 per person
  • Private transfer package (airport/hotel round-trip transfer; transfers on days 2, 3, and 4):
    • 2-3 = EUR 719.00 per person
    • 4-7 = EUR 890.00 per person
  • Car rental (pickup on arrival/drop-off on departure at airport/station):
    • 2-4 = EUR 389.00 per person
    • 2-7 = EUR 755.00 per person

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Catanzaro, Italy
Tour start
88100 Catanzaro Lido CZ, Italia
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in 88100 Catanzaro Lido CZ.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room €429.00 — €699.00
Double Sharing €429.00 — €699.00

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