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LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Private tour by a comfortable car with a personal tour leader to the must-see Sicilian hill towns world-known thanks to F.F. Coppola, who filmed his legendary "The Godfather" here. Get the friendly and informative insight into the filming process and interesting trivia, learn the real Sicilian Mafia story, its structure, rise and development. Discover the history and culture of the movie locations and feel the romantically rustic atmosphere of old Sicily. Walk along the authentic streets of Savoca and Forza d’Agro remained unchanged since the movie was made, visit ancient churches, Bar Vitelli where Michael spoke to Apollonia’s father, and other locations.
At the end of the tour you will have lunch in traditional restaurant with an authentic Pizza. You can choose your favourite type of pizza prepared with organic, local ingredients. Along with the pizza you will have a chance to try local wine or beer.
Options
Tour from Messina
Pickup included
Tour from Taormina Area
Pickup included
What's included
Walking tour of Savoca (Bar Vitelli+ Church where Michael married Apollonia)
Authentic Pizza tasting + Local wine or Beer
Private Tour exclusively for your party
Explanation of The Godfather movie and the real Mafia history
Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off by private comfortable air-conditioned car
Walking tour of Forza D'Agrò
Personal local English-speaking driver/guide
Gratuities
What to expect
Forza d'Agro
1h
Forza d'Agro is a small medieval "borgo", located on top of a hill at about 420 meters above the Ionian Sea. The town is famous as the filming location of The Godfather movies.
Savoca
2h
Savoca is an unspoilt medieval town that near Taormina that acted as stand-in for Corleone where Michael was hiding out during the "going to the mattresses" time. Here you will visit Bar Vitelli and take pictures with an authentic Sicilian shotgun "Lupara", see pictures from the movie and a mirror monument for Coppola, enjoy panoramic view of the Mediterranean opening from the square where the wedding ceremony scene was shot.
Then you will walk to an ancient church of Santa Lucia, where Michael and Apollonia were married kneeling in the doorway. Walking along the fabulous streets of Savoca, on a good day you can also meet some actors - for example a lady who played Apollonia's mother.
In Savoca you will have a chance to taste the authentic Italian pizza served with local wine traditional tomato bruschetta and lemon sorbet in a traditional restaurant with an amazing terrace view.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Your private guide will meet you in all hotels and ports of Taormina Area and Messina.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The duration of the tour includes the transportation time.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
