Private Pantelleria Archaeological Tour

This private archaeological tour of Pantelleria will take you through the different historical periods of this Sicilian island, from the Bronze Age to the Middle Ages.

Tour Details

At the appointed time we will meet at Via Borgo Italia to begin this tour of Pantelleria's past. The tour will visit the huts of the village of Mursia and the necropolis of Sesi, providing insight into the history of the first settlers of the island in the Bronze Age. Participants will review the stages through which Cossyra, the ancient name of Pantelleria, has passed from its origins to its decline, noting its strategic location that established it as a capital in the 13th century BC.

The last stop will be at Pantelleria Castle, where the history of the island’s battles between Arabs and Christians will be discussed. The tour will conclude after four hours.