Baroque TourNoto, Modica & Ragusa in One Day
What you'll experience
Experience the magic of our Baroque Tour in Sicily: an unforgettable journey through the Baroque masterpieces of Noto, Modica, and Ragusa. Admire the intricate church façades, opulent palaces, and historic squares that showcase the island’s rich artistic heritage.
Starting from Syracuse, we guide you to the majestic Cathedral of San Nicolò in Noto, then to the charming Church of San Pietro in Modica, famous for its artisanal chocolate, and finally to the enchanting Cathedral of San Giorgio in Ragusa Ibla. Each stop is designed to combine culture, comfort, and authentic Sicilian flavors.
This private NCC tour ensures punctuality and professionalism of our drivers, a luxury fleet (vans including Mercedes V-Class, GLB Premium, E-Class), a customizable itinerary and 24/7 support.
The tour, by numbers
6–8h
Duration
up to 7
Max party
IT / EN
Driver languages
from €380
Starting price
Stop by stop
The towns we cross
01 · 1h 30min
Noto
We reach Noto when the limestone is still warm from the night. The Cathedral of San Nicolò staircase is the first breath: 1693, Val di Noto earthquake, an entire city rebuilt from nothing. You walk Corso Vittorio Emanuele in twenty minutes, stopping where your eye calls you. The driver tells you about the palaces no guidebook mentions.
02 · 2h (lunch included)
Modica
In Modica, the Church of San Pietro is a theater of seventeenth-century sculptures facing the street. But the real reason we stop is the chocolate, cold-processed following a recipe Spaniards brought here from the Aztecs. A bar to taste while walking, a shop the driver knows by name — an hour is enough.
03 · 1h 30min
Ragusa Ibla
Ragusa Ibla is the old part, the one that rebuilt itself where it stood after the earthquake, while Ragusa Superiore was born on the plateau. The Cathedral of San Giorgio sits at the top of a square that watches itself. Here we leave you the time to lunch in peace, if you wish. We know a couple of places where ingredients come from the producers around.
04 · 1h
Scicli or Marzamemi (optional)
If the day is long and the light is still good, we can add Scicli — another Baroque capital, less touristic — or descend to Marzamemi for a seaside aperitivo before returning to Syracuse.
What’s included, what’s not
Included
- Luxury van with driver
- Free photo stops in Noto, Modica, Ragusa
- Water on board
- Schedule flexibility (6–8h)
- Recommendations on lunch and sights
Not included
- Lunch (we recommend, you pay)
- Entrance tickets to specific sites if desired (cathedral interiors, paid historic palaces)
- Driver tips (optional)
FAQ
Frequent questions
How long is the Baroque Tour?
6–8 hours, depending on the stops you want. Typical departure at 8:30 from Syracuse, return by 17:30.Maximum party size?
Up to 7 in our luxury van. For larger groups we can organize 2 vehicles with two drivers.Can I add a Modica chocolate tasting?
Yes, at one of the historic chocolate shops on Corso Umberto. Cost added to the quote.Can the tour start from Catania or Taormina?
Yes. From Catania add about 30 min transfer, from Taormina 1h 30min. Price adjusted accordingly.What if it rains?
Sicilian Baroque is just as beautiful on a grey day, and the historic centers stay walkable. Only for prolonged heavy rain we can reschedule with no penalty.
Ready to go?
See you in Noto.
Send us the date and party size: we tailor the day together.