Private tour from Messina and Giardini Naxos to Taormina & Castelmola

5.0 (74 reviews) Sicily, Italy
Duration5h - 6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Starting from the port of Messina it takes about 60 minutes to get to Castelmola.
There we will stop for about 1 hour where you can admire splendid views, the cathedral with the panorama of Etna and the famous Turrisi bar, where you can taste the famous almond wine.
On the way back we will go to Taormina, where we will stop for about 2 hours to visit the entire Corso Umberto, where there are numerous shops, the ancient Greek theatre, and the possibility of tasting typical local products, or if you prefer there will also be the possibility of extending the stop if you wish to have lunch there.
On the way back we will stop "at the balcony", where we can admire the panorama of Isola Bella and take some photos.
On the way back to Messina, we will stop at Cristo Re, where you can admire the panorama of the Strait of Messina and the Duomo cathedral with the largest astronomical clock in Europe.
If you want, we will offer you one of the typical local products such as arancini, granita or cannoli.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • Snacks
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

What to expect

  1. Castelmola
    2h
    Departing from the port of Messina it takes about 60 minutes to get to Castelmola. Along the way we will admire the landscapes of Sicily and take a journey into the past retracing the history of the island.
    Arrived in the medieval village we will stop for about 1 hour where you can admire beautiful views, typical local shops, the cathedral with the view of Etna and the famous Turrisi bar, where you can taste almond wine if you wish.
  2. Taormina
    2h
    We will arrive in Taormina in a short time from Castelmola, here we will stop for about 2 hours you will independently visit the entire Old Town, where there are numerous shops, the ancient Greek theater, and the opportunity to taste typical local products, or if you like there will also be the opportunity to extend the stop if you want to have lunch there.
    On the way back we will stop at a panoramic point, where we can admire the panorama of the Isola Bella Nature Reserve. We will stay there for about 10 minutes and after a few photos we will leave for Messina
  3. Messina
    1h
    Once back in Messina, we will stop at Cristo Re, panoramic and historical point, where you can admire the panorama of the Strait of Messina.
    Also in Messina, if you want, we will take you to taste one of our typical local products, in the places where locals go before ending the tour at the Duomo with its beautiful astronomical clock.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point coincides with the port. You will find me as soon as you get off the ship.

End point

The meeting point coincides with the port. You will find me as soon as you get off the ship.

Pickup details

The contact method can be via WhatsApp, telephone or email.

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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

5.0 (74)

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