What to do and see in Calabria, Italy: The Best Cultural Tours

September 17, 2021 Nobuko Falco

Calabria (Italian pronunciation: [kaˈlaːbrja]; Calàbbria in Calabrian; Calavría in Calabrian Greek; Καλαβρία in Greek; Kalavrì in Arbëresh/Albanian), known in antiquity as Bruttium, is a region in Southern Italy.
Restaurants in Calabria

1. Private Siracusa & Noto Tour & Modica Chocolate tasting

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Visit Magnificent Noto UNESCO Baroque Town Taste the unique Modica Chocolate Discover Ortigia & its astonishing monuments

Inclusions: Private transportation, Licensed Guide, Modica Chocolate Tasting, Accommodation Pick up and Drop off

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By Lulu8London

2020 was a difficult year to travel, but if you can make it, it is all worth it! Given the various restrictions imposed on tourism during this period, Activity Sicily still delivered a rich and smooth programme: food was great, tours are interesting, hotels are comfortable and in great locations, and the cooking class is particularly fun. We focused on the food and wine aspects in this tour, the knowledge behind the food provided great insight into Sicilian people, history and culture. Massimo was hands-on all way through the tour to make sure everything went well, and all the guides are professional, knowledgable, and helped us to make the most of the trip during this difficult time. That said, the bonus is -- with hardly any tourists around, we really got to see the place as it is! Thanks Activity Sicily.

2. Guided Tour around Calabria, Italy

Diving Center Megale Hellas, Via Cristoforo Colombo, II trav. 1/B, 89046 Marina di gioiosa ionica RC, Italy Megale Hellas Diving Center

Guided tours around the province of Reggio Calabria in Italy, to the discovery of the historic-cultural and archaeological aspects of our land. The activity lasts from 4 to 8 hours.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By Journey30609

Thanks to Roberta and her team for a wonderful hike to mount tee pizzi! We enjoyed the beautiful views.

3. 8-day Apulia and Calabria from Rome

iH Hotels Roma Cicerone, Via Cicerone, 55/c, 00193 Roma RM, Italy Europeando Europa

Discover from Rome two of the most authentic and genunine regions of Italiy with their colour, tradition and food: Apulia and Calabria. On the way to Puglia you will visit first Polignano, the birthplace of Domenico Modugno, the author of "Volare"; then Lecce and its barroque style, the microregion of Salento, Alberobello and the Trulli, Bari, Castel del Monte and via Matera, the city of the Sassi you will arrive to Calabria. Visit of beautiful towns such as Cosenza and amazing beaches including Tropea, Le Castella and Praia. On the way back to Rome, visit of Salerno. Departures on 2021, May 17th and October 11th and 2022, April 11th, may 16th and October 10th are also available with tour director in Portuguese.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 7 nights accommodation, Breakfast, Food tasting such as oil, wine and salami, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), All activities, Driver/guide, Tour escort/host, Transport by private vehicle, 2 1/2 hour cruise to admire the Calabrian coast (from April to October)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, City taxes at the hotel

Reviewed By LadyRJ2019

As a family of three, we were excited to go on the 7 day northern lakes and Dolomites tour - especially as it would be very difficult to visit these areas by ourselves (visiting from Australia and not confident driving/getting around to these areas). The tour started well, we were the only English speakers but we had been assured our guide would provide fluent English commentary. Perhaps we expected too much but there was very little information provided about where we were or where we were travelling through. In fact, the first three days we received very limited information in total while the Spanish speakers were provided with much more. We visited some stunning places but too much of the tour focused on lunch breaks and eating rather than seeing the sights. Halfway through the tour more English speakers joined the group bit we still had to seek information rather than being provided with it on some occasions. The bus was too big for navigating city streets and mountain switchbacks - the driver often had to reverse and try multiple times to get around corners and switchbacks. I felt very sorry for him - he did a marvelous job but it would have been so much easier for him and much more enjoyable for us if we weren't concerned about falling off the side of a mountain. The company can't seem to decide whether they are catering to small groups or large and this has a huge impact on the enjoyment of the tour. In Trento we were advised that we would have several hours and could visit the castle. After paying for admission and entering we were then advised that because it was raining some people didn't want to stay so we were cutting the visit short - this should never happen! We then had to get back on the bus only to stop at a truck stop for lunch (instead of staying in lovely Trento). There wasn't really any point to having the guide as he did not provide much "guiding" only very limited information and directions to places he thought we should go and eat. We would have done as well with just the driver. If you can navigate your way around the northern lakes and Dolomites by yourself then I recommend you do that. Otherwise, perhaps a different company would provide a better tour.

4. 5 day Calabria Tour from Rome

iH Hotels Roma Cicerone, Via Cicerone, 55/c, 00193 Roma RM, Italy Europeando Europa

In 5 days from Rome, you will discover the southernmost region of the Italian peninsula: Calabria. Visit of Matera, city of the Sassi in the region Basilicata, the Albanian community of Civita, the charming beaches such as Tropea, Le Castella and Praia. Visit of Cosenza, main cultural centre and Salerno on the way back to Rome. Have a nice cruise along the Tyhrennian coast at Praia and discover the uniqueness of the monastry of Paola. Departures on 2021 May 20th and October 14th and 2022 April 14th, May 19th and October 13th are also available with tour director in Portuguese.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 4 nights accommodation, Private minivan or coach with A/C, Escort guide/driver up to 8 people (driver and guide with more than 8), Wine and salami tasting, Sailing excursion for 3 hours to admire the Thyrennian coast

Exclusions: Entrance fees where not included, City taxes at the hotels, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)

Reviewed By LadyRJ2019

As a family of three, we were excited to go on the 7 day northern lakes and Dolomites tour - especially as it would be very difficult to visit these areas by ourselves (visiting from Australia and not confident driving/getting around to these areas). The tour started well, we were the only English speakers but we had been assured our guide would provide fluent English commentary. Perhaps we expected too much but there was very little information provided about where we were or where we were travelling through. In fact, the first three days we received very limited information in total while the Spanish speakers were provided with much more. We visited some stunning places but too much of the tour focused on lunch breaks and eating rather than seeing the sights. Halfway through the tour more English speakers joined the group bit we still had to seek information rather than being provided with it on some occasions. The bus was too big for navigating city streets and mountain switchbacks - the driver often had to reverse and try multiple times to get around corners and switchbacks. I felt very sorry for him - he did a marvelous job but it would have been so much easier for him and much more enjoyable for us if we weren't concerned about falling off the side of a mountain. The company can't seem to decide whether they are catering to small groups or large and this has a huge impact on the enjoyment of the tour. In Trento we were advised that we would have several hours and could visit the castle. After paying for admission and entering we were then advised that because it was raining some people didn't want to stay so we were cutting the visit short - this should never happen! We then had to get back on the bus only to stop at a truck stop for lunch (instead of staying in lovely Trento). There wasn't really any point to having the guide as he did not provide much "guiding" only very limited information and directions to places he thought we should go and eat. We would have done as well with just the driver. If you can navigate your way around the northern lakes and Dolomites by yourself then I recommend you do that. Otherwise, perhaps a different company would provide a better tour.

5. Walking tour in Tropea

CST Tropea Escursioni e Tour, Largo S. Michele, 8/9, 89861 Tropea VV, Italy CST Tropea

Enjoy the architecture, the history, the breathtaking views and the monuments with the narration of an expert local guide who crosses the historical center of the city and discover many of its hidden gems that you could not reach alone. In these 2/3 hours we will visit the Norman cathedral, the most suggestive panoramic points and the famous little church of Santa Maria dell'Isola.

Inclusions: Tasting of local food products

Exclusions: Admission fee to the Diocesan Museum, Admission fee to the Church on the Island

Reviewed By Cristina S

My boyfriend and I had a wonderful time sailing with Guiseppe. The boat was lovely, we had enough room to spread out, and the water so, so refreshing! It was a nice change to escape the beach and explore the sea from the yacht. Giuseppe pointed out the sites along the way and provided us some historical context. Prosecco and fruit on the boat hit the spot. Would highly recommend!!

6. Siracusa, Noto & Ragusa Ibla Tour, from Catania & Taormina area

Sicily Airports Transfer & Tour

Visit Siracusa, a wonderful ancient city that belongs to the Unesco heritage. Stroll through the streets of Ortygia Island and visit on your own the Archaeological Park. Enjoy also the visit of the older Noto town which its church were declared Unesco heritage as well as trough the Valley of the Baroque. ENJOY YOU THE ASSISTANCE IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE, DURING THE DAY TRIP AND OUTSIDE THE MUSEUMS OR ARCHEOLOGICAL AREAS , FOR ONLY € 75 (IT IS NOT AN AUTHORIZED TOUR GUIDE SERVICE- IT IS ONLY AN ASSISTANCE )

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, All taxes, fees, Landing and facility fees, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Bottled water

Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Tour Guide, Lunch, Dinner

Reviewed By Janett R

Perfectly executed service for a Palermo airport transfer. Easy booking, great customer service and the driver arrived early and then proceeded to circumnavigate traffic, knowing the city well. Would recommend and use again.

7. Capo Colonna cultural visit

Soprintendenza Per I Beni Archeologici Della Calabria, 57 Localita' Capo Colonna, Crotone, KR 88900, 88900 Crotone KR, Italy CTG KROTON - Centro Turistico Giovanile APS

The history graduate escort will make the walk in the museum and in the archaeological park of Capo Colonna unique. In particular it will be really interesting for history and archeology enthusiasts. Possibility also to take a dip in the clear sea surrounding the park, crossing a naturalistic path between rocks of clay and rocks. Finally the possibility, after booking a day before, to taste the typical products.

Inclusions: Tasting of typical products, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Private transportation

8. Medieval village of Santa Severina Half-day tour

Hitinero

The guided tour includes the 3 main monuments: the castle of Roberto, the Guiscardo, the Cathedral of Santa Anastasia and the Byzantine baptistery, the only Byzantine baptistery in Italy with a circular plan.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Local guide

Exclusions: Travel insurance

9. One-day tour visiting Crotone, Capo Colonna and Santa Severina

Hitinero

This full-day guided tour allows you to discover 3 medieval villages: Crotone, Capo Colonna and Santa Severina and the wonders that have been preserved over time.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Local guide

Exclusions: Travel insurance

10. Capo Colonna: Ancient Temple and legend guided tour

Hitinero

Travel back in time with a guided tour to the archaeological park of Capo Colonna, one of the most important archaeological sites in Calabria.

Inclusions: Local guide and entrance tickets to the archaeological site

Exclusions: Travel insurance

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