Half-day excursion to Taormina, Isola Bella and Messina

1. Taormina
   3h
   You will spend a whole day captivated by the extraordinary beauty of the places of greatest interest in eastern Sicily, with a tour to discover Taormina, Castelmola, Isola Bella and Messina, where you can admire and photograph wonderful panoramic Mediterranean landscapes...
   During the tour you can taste typical Sicilian products.
   The service will be carried out on board new and comfortable Mercedes vehicles that will be expertly driven by drivers carefully selected for their competence, image and charisma.
   We also allow flexibility of schedules and the opportunity to modify the organization of the tour according to any preferences or needs of the passengers. This will make the service ideal for cruise passengers.
2. Ancient Theatre of Taormina
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   It is the most grandiose monument that characterizes Taormina. It is the second largest classical theater in Sicily (the first is the one in Syracuse).
   Currently, the Greco-Roman Theater hosts major cultural events that attract a huge audience. Precisely for this reason, the ancient Theater has become the symbol of Taormina in the world.
3. Piazza IX Aprile
   Pass by
   The Piazza IX Aprile in Taormina is one of the most scenic and airy.
   Immediately on the left stands the wonderful facade of the church of San Giuseppe, at the top of a double staircase.
   On the right side the square allows us to range over a wide panoramic spectacle.
   The square is brightened by some cafes that allow you to sit at the outdoor tables and enjoy the architectural landscape.
4. Palazzo Corvaja
   Pass by
   Palazzo Corvaja is one of the most elegant aristocratic palaces of the Sicilian Middle Ages.
   The beautiful main portal of the palace is characterized by a very low arch. It is one of the most beautiful sixteenth-century portals that adorn the aristocratic palaces of Taormina.
   Inside this palace is housed the Museum of Art and Popular Traditions.
5. Isola Bella
   2h · Admission ticket not included
   Located along the coast of Taormina, Isola Bella has become, together with the Greek-Roman Theater, the symbol of Taormina. Picturesque and evocative, the islet still maintains its beauty and charm unchanged today.
6. Messina
   1h
   Returning to Messina, you will visit one of the most particular and spectacular places of the city, the Sanctuary of Christ the King, with the beautiful view from the terrace overlooking the Strait of Messina, where you can take beautiful photos.
   At the end, direction Messina Cathedral, where you can admire the largest astronomical and astrological clock in the world.

Pickup details

The tour guide and driver will wait for passengers at the meeting point, inside the port area in front of exit gate 5, showing a sheet with the full name of the main traveller written on it. From there you will leave with your vehicle to reach the first destination of the established itinerary, Taormina, which is about 40 minutes from the cruise port of Messina and 20 minutes from the cruise port of Giardini Naxos via Schisò.
IMPORTANT NOTE: YOUR DRIVER WILL ENSURE THAT THE DURATION OF YOUR TOUR ALLOWS YOU TO RETURN TO THE SHIP IN PERFECT TIME FOR BOARDING.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels