Reggio Calabria and Scilla – Between history, myths and views of the Strait

Discover two gems of Calabria overlooking the Strait of Messina: Reggio Calabria, home to the Riace Bronzes and Italy's most famous seafront, and Scilla, the mythical village that has inspired poets and legends.

The programme:

Morning – Reggio Calabria, heart of Magna Graecia
Departure from the towns of the Riviera dei Gelsomini with pick-up at accommodation facilities and main squares. Arrival in Reggio Calabria and meeting with the guide for a walk to discover the city's most iconic places:
• The Cathedral, a treasure trove of art and spirituality
• The Aragonese Castle, a bastion of history and architecture
• The Falcomatà seafront, described by D'Annunzio as 'the most beautiful kilometre in Italy', with breathtaking views of the Strait
• Corso Garibaldi, the beating heart of shopping in Reggio

Free time for an optional visit to the MArRC - National Archaeological Museum, one of the most important in Italy for Magna Graecia and home to the famous Riace Bronzes.

Free lunch to enjoy local specialities in one of the many typical restaurants in the centre.

Afternoon – Scilla, between sea and myth
Continue to Scilla and visit the picturesque village of Chianalea, known as the Little Venice of the South for its houses nestled on the rocks and narrow streets overlooking the sea. A picturesque walk will take us to the upper part of the village, with the belvedere of Piazza San Rocco, the church of the same name and the imposing Castello Ruffo, from which you can enjoy a spectacular view of the Strait.

Return in the evening to the villages of departure.

Curiosity - The myth of Scylla
According to legend, Scylla was a beautiful nymph who rejected the love of the sea god Glaucus. In revenge, the sorceress Circe transformed her into a monstrous creature with six canine heads and long tentacles, forcing her to take refuge among the rocks of the Strait. Since then, she has spread terror among sailors, together with Charybdis, creating the immortal myth that still fascinates visitors to these places today.