Sicily Travelnet Private Tours
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lhenne13
Troy, MI8 contributions
Jun 2022
We booked a private tour of Valley of the Temples with Michele Gallo for our group of 14 family members, ages 17-57. I found his name in the Rick Steves Sicily guide book. He was very helpful from the very beginning. I had purchased tickets online from the COOP Culture but did not receive them in my email. Michele had to speak with the ticket office several times to get that straightened out. The tour was very informative and presented in an interesting and easy to understand way. A number of family members commented that they were glad that we had Michele to guide us through the site. Worth the investment!
Written July 20, 2022
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Lila O
Paso Robles, CA395 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
We were lucky enough to have Michele Gallo as our guide for two hours today as we toured the Valley of the Temples. When I found his name in the Rick Steve’s Sicily book, I immediately felt confident that he would be a great guide. He has a wealth of knowledge that he knows how to convey in an understandable way, using photos from a book as visual aids when necessary. His pacing was perfect, he knew shady spots to rest, and he was able to get us to the front of the line to get tickets, which was an added bonus! Going with a private tour is worth the nominal extra cost, as we were able to have individual questions answered, without feeling that we were imposing ourselves on other members in a group. Don’t even hesitate…..book Michele, and secure the booking in advance!
Written May 15, 2022
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Ron H
Eugene, OR61 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Our exploration of the Valley of the Temples was so much better by starting off with a tour led by Michele Gallo. He combined history, culture, philosophy, and architecture in a captivating way. After our two hour tour was over we were more than ready to go off and explore other areas, truly understanding what we were seeing. Guide books
are fine, but this was truly memorable.
are fine, but this was truly memorable.
Written July 26, 2022
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Angela A
Albuquerque, NM5 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
The Montalbano Tour did not dissapoint. My husband and I love the Montalbano books. We toured both "Montelusa" (Agrigento) and "Vigàta" (Porto Empedocle) and Michele even introduced us to the real life Enzo where we had lunch.
Michele Gallo has a unique way of weaving in the important social structure in Sicily and the Agrigento region to the tour and books of both Andrea Camilleri and Luigi Pirandello.
Pirandello literay works were important in shaping how Camilleri evolved in his writing career.
In "Montelusa" we saw where both writers went to school, the Comissioners Office, the head offices of the Carabinieri, and learned of an important and very unique story between Saint Calogero and Cameilleri.
In Vigàta, we saw the Pasture, the fish docks where Fazio gets into some trouble, we saw where Salvo Montalbano meets Ingrid for the first time. Honestly it was like having the place where Montalbano lived and worked come alive...and as the books were written on real places, it was easy to do.
For fans of the books, this is a must. The tour was so much more than seeing the actual places Camilleri based his books on, Michele Gallo's brilliance is setting the context for the books in the social fabric of life in this region and was very thought provoking and humbling.
This adventure was transformative in how I see the people of Sicily, it"s complex social structure, Sicily's triumphs and its massive power struggles that exist today. Economically depressed and historically stripped of its resources, Sicily and its people have a long road ahead to share in the wealth that was once theirs and will be again....
Michele Gallo has a unique way of weaving in the important social structure in Sicily and the Agrigento region to the tour and books of both Andrea Camilleri and Luigi Pirandello.
Pirandello literay works were important in shaping how Camilleri evolved in his writing career.
In "Montelusa" we saw where both writers went to school, the Comissioners Office, the head offices of the Carabinieri, and learned of an important and very unique story between Saint Calogero and Cameilleri.
In Vigàta, we saw the Pasture, the fish docks where Fazio gets into some trouble, we saw where Salvo Montalbano meets Ingrid for the first time. Honestly it was like having the place where Montalbano lived and worked come alive...and as the books were written on real places, it was easy to do.
For fans of the books, this is a must. The tour was so much more than seeing the actual places Camilleri based his books on, Michele Gallo's brilliance is setting the context for the books in the social fabric of life in this region and was very thought provoking and humbling.
This adventure was transformative in how I see the people of Sicily, it"s complex social structure, Sicily's triumphs and its massive power struggles that exist today. Economically depressed and historically stripped of its resources, Sicily and its people have a long road ahead to share in the wealth that was once theirs and will be again....
Written April 23, 2022
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burrjane
Lake Mills, WI41 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
We were so lucky to have this tour with such a knowledgeable guide and teacher. The history became alive for us and the vastness of these sights were so impressive. We will never forget this experience. Having history explained in this remarkable site enriched our lives! Having a guide with you is enlightening and it was wonderful to ask questions and have them answered by a great guide with excellent English skills as well. Highly recommend this guide and tour!
Written May 2, 2022
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carol k
Kentfield, CA29 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
We booked a tour of the Agrigento temples with Michele at noon on a 100 degree day! Michele was great! He was so knowledgeable about the area, we learned so much! Even my teens who were a bit reluctant to go on a 2-hour tour in the heat loved it! And the temples are incredible-a must see!
Written July 21, 2023
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CeeGee
Connecticut98 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
We were two couples who booked an afternoon tour of the Valley of the Temples with Simona as our guide. And we were so glad we did! Simona is a true professional. Her deep knowledge of the area's history was matched by her enthusiasm. Our 2 hour visit to the Temples was truly enriched by taking this tour.
Written September 27, 2023
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Nayem C
London59 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
Simona was a FANTASTIC guide for a private tour with excellent English and great delivery / pace. Easily arranged through WhatsApp with clear instructions and queue jump / met promptly . Thoroughly recommend / worth every penny and more
Written June 23, 2023
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Katie
4 contributions
May 2022
Michele Gatto provided a fabulous tour at Agrigento. He is incredibly knowledgeable and explains everything very well . I highly recommend arranging a tour with him. It made the experience very rewarding. He was also very understanding when we were late because we got lost!
Written July 4, 2022
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luv2travel0708
Oakdale, NY97 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
We had an amazing day with our tour guides Alessandra and Mario!! They brought us to 3 wineries that offered a different experience. Alessandra spoke excellent English and Italian. They were both kind, funny and prompt. During our car ride we learned some Italian. So much fun. I highly recommend!
Written July 2, 2023
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Berta P
University Park, FL9 contributions
My husband & I wish to travel from Poto Empedocle to Taormina on Sunday 20 October? Can that be arranged & how much would it cost?
Berta P
University Park, FL9 contributions
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jwolfson3
Toronto, Canada7 contributions
How do I go about booking a tour? I'm looking for a tour of The Valley of the Temples on Sunday Sept 30th for 2 people. Please let me know price and availability.
alkirkenti
agrigento12 contributions
Hello,
Go to our website and send us an emai from there.
Thank you
AGreenie
Denver61 contributions
Hello,
Looking for a tour and Transportation for a couple of days while we are touring around Sicily. We will be there from June 10-23, And there will be a group of 14 family members. Please let me know availability and rates.
Thank you,
Angela
alkirkenti
agrigento12 contributions
Hello! The price depends on your itinerary and mileage. Please forward it to the email addess in our website
Kevin D
Dunkirk, NY1 contribution
Anyone know of an English speaking guide for a day tour of southern Sicily?
alkirkenti
agrigento12 contributions
Hello. We are a team of licensed tour guides and we cover southern Sicily too. where exactly do you want to go?
Regards,
Michele Gallo
ChesterScrooge
chester31 contributions
Hi, Vic. What would you like to know about this attraction?
I shall be staying in Catania from 16th to 23rd April and would like to do a Montalbano day trip from there.
alkirkenti
agrigento12 contributions
Hello,
We can provide you with a car and English speaking driver. Th excursion takes about 8 hours. How many are you? Please advise.
Best regards,
Durhamtraveller294
Durham, UK38 contributions
How much would it be for a day montelbano tour starting in agrigento, for two people
alkirkenti
agrigento12 contributions
Hello,
If you want to do the Montalbano literary tour (visit the places described in the books) it can be done in half day and the price is euro 180 total. If you want to go to the filming locations the price is Euro 290 total for a full day with transportation and English speaking driver.
Best regards,
Michele Gallo
Durhamtraveller294
Durham, UK38 contributions
Which is the best place to stay to do a one day montelbano tour and an idea of cost for two people? Please j
alkirkenti
agrigento12 contributions
Hello. For the Montalbano shooting locations tour the best place to stay is Ragusa. Or somewhere near Ragusa. Th guiding fee is euro 230 total for about 7 hours.
Michele Gallo
Nicola R
10 contributions
Salve sto pianificando un viaggio in Sicilia e vorrei visitare nel pomeriggio sera di arrivo la valle dei templi di Agrigento.
Cercavamo una guida e mi sono imbattuto nelle vostre recensioni molto positive del dott Gallo.
Noi siamo in 4 2 adulti e due bambini e chiedevamo se potevamo inserirci in qualche gruppo o come singoli.
Non siamo sicuri se arriveremmo li il 29 o il 30 Giugno pero queste sono le date.
chiedevo quindi disponibilità e costi.
Nicola R
10 contributions
mi scuso ripeto due adulti e due bambini .. quattro persone dal messaggio che ho scritto sembra 42
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