Ustica: Archaeological and Cultural Excursion to Falconiera

Highlights

• Discover the Roman necropolis and the traces of ancient civilizations
• Learn about the history of political exile and Giuseppe Scalarini
• Visit the Rocca della Falconiera and admire the panorama of the island
• Learn about the geology and volcanic origin of Ustica
• Enjoy the sunset over the sea and discover the phenomenon of the green flash

Description

Discover the history of Ustica through the sites that tell the story of the island's past, on an itinerary conceived, developed and enhanced by Vittorio Arnò, an island guide and native of Ustica for generations. The itinerary begins with the island's Roman archaeological sites, with a visit to the necropolis and a journey through the history of the various civilizations and religions that have left their mark on Ustica. As you continue, you will learn about the history of life on the island and that of political exile, with particular reference to Giuseppe Scalarini, to also discover lesser-known aspects of Ustica's history. The itinerary then leads to Rocca della Falconiera, home to various civilizations and a place from which you can admire the panorama of the entire island. Along the route, you will also learn about the geology and the unique volcanic origin of Ustica, culminating in the discovery of the island's only volcano that is still visible. The experience ends by the sea at sunset, with an explanation of the green flash phenomenon, when conditions allow. The route is about 700 meters long, has an elevation gain of about 100 meters, and takes about 2 hours. The difficulty level is medium/easy, and the route is suitable for everyone. Practical information Duration: approximately 2 hours Length: approximately 700 m Elevation gain: approximately 100 meters (328 feet) Difficulty: medium/easy Meeting point: Via Calvario 2, at the office Departure time: 18:00 Language: Italian What to bring Comfortable, light clothing, comfortable shoes, a water bottle, and a hat. With Vittorio, you always learn while having fun, through stories, interesting facts and explanations that allow you to get to know Ustica without turning the experience into a lecture.

Includes

Guided excursion of approximately 2 hours Island guide Visit to the Roman necropolis and the Rocca della Falconiera Stories about the history, archaeology, geology, and culture of Ustica

Excludes

Transfers to and from the meeting point.

Important Information

• This excursion takes place in Italian only. The scheduled departure time is 6:00 PM. The route is approximately 700 meters long, with an elevation change of about 100 meters.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund