Private 8-hour Excursion to Taormina and Castelmola from Messina
Description
Your private driver and official tour guidewill be waiting for you in the cruise port of Messina to kick off your private full day tour to Taormina and Castelmola. You will take the highway to Taormina and first visit the village of Castelmola (450 mt.). Amazing landscape and a great view of Mount Etna (3.330 mt. - 11.000 ft. - the highest volcano in Europe), and wonderful landscape of Giardini-Naxos bay. After visiting Castelmola we will then we drive down to Taormina. After Taormina, you will drive back to Messina. Once there you will see the church with bronze statues (King Christ church) and also a viewpoint, one of the oldest fortress in Messina, from which to see the straight and the port of Messina, and take pictures of it. The tour will end at the cathedral of Messina with its very particular and spectacular astronomical clock (the biggest in the world).
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Taormina is a small Sicilian city located on the north-western coast of the island. It is famous for its location in front of one of Italy's most spectacular natural sites, Mount Etna. It is also known for its coastal charm, historical monuments and cultural attractions. The municipality is also known for the Teatro Antico di Taormina, an ancient Greco-Roman theater. Private visit with your official driver.
Castillo de Castelmola is a medieval castle in Spain. The square tower and walls are said to have been built before the year 1000, making it one of the oldest extant castles in Europe. The castle also contains a chapel, living quarters, dungeon and treasury.
Castelmola is a medieval hilltop village surrounded by vineyards and olive groves that is a 10-minute drive up the winding road. The historic town of Cefalù, the jewel of Sicily's northwest coast, can be reached in 30 minutes by car.
The Ancient Theatre of Taormina is one of the most important archaeological sites in Europe, as well as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has been restored to its original splendor, with a capacity of over 4,000 spectators. A unique, superbly preserved theatre from the ancient world. It was recently restored and is now a stage for open-air performances.
Corso Umberto is the main street and the heart of the historic center of Taormina. This charming and vibrant pedestrian street is named after Umberto I, the former king of Italy. It stretches from the Porta Catania in the south to the Porta Messina in the north, spanning approximately 800 meters (0.5 miles). As you stroll along Corso Umberto, you'll be surrounded by a lively atmosphere and an array of shops, boutiques, cafes, and restaurants. The street is perfect for leisurely walks, shopping, and people-watching.
Enjoy panoramic views of the coast from this lovely square, which is also home to the Church of San Giuseppe and the Clock Tower
Visit this historic palace, which now houses the Taormina Museum of Art and Archaeology
Explore this charming central square, home to the Church of San Nicolò and a panoramic terrace with breathtaking views.
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Hotel, cruise port or place of choice in Messina
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- In case of needing a infant seat please request at time of booking
Reviews(4)
Absolutely superb experience! Our guide, Massimo, was passionate and knowledgeable about the history of Sicily, the villages we visited and the 3 Godfather films. He is special person who made our time more than worth the expense—a great value!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour of taormina and that you got to enjoy that way with your guide. We appreciate your feedback, it helps us make sure our guests know what to expect. We hope to welcome you again soon for another great experience with us Tour Travel & More Team
Enzo was our guide and Giovanni was our driver. We had a great day touring Castelmola and Taormina. We first drove to Castelmola and toured the town and shopped. Enzo told us all about Mt Etna. Then we drove to Taormina and walked around the town and toured the old theatre. After that we drove to the beach and had lunch and swam in the sea. It was a great day!
Thank you Megan for the kind words! The lush landscapes on this tour are a visual delight! We are so happy you could enjoy that way with Enzo and Giovanni. Please let us know if you need anything else. We are at your full disposal. Thank you once again for the incredible review. The Tour Travel & More Team
This was a beautiful tour of Castelmola and Taormina. Castelmola is a picturesque village that looks like it's out of a movie -and you can see Mt. Etna smoking in the background. Our guide walked us around the village and we got some delicious gelato. Then we went to Taormina and it was cute but we only saw the main street and didn't have time for the Greek Theater. We wanted to stop at a beach bc it was almost 100 degrees that day, and the guide had no idea where to take us, and didn't seem very keen on taking us to a beach. We were traveling with 6 kids and they needed to cool off in the water. We finally made it to a beach on our drive back to the ship but could only stay for 15 minutes because of a jellyfish and the time. It would be great if the guide was more flexible.
Thank you very much Estelle! Sometimes it´s complicated because there are a lot of wonderful places to visit and our guides always try to show you everything. We really appreciate your review, since every word help us to make better. Please let us know if you need anything else. We are at your full disposal. Thank you once again. The Tour Travel & More Team
We had a wonderful time in Sicily. Our guide and driver were outstanding. Our guide gave us a lot of information and history of the area and tailor made the tour for us. She also recommended a very good pizza place for lunch.
We are very glad you enjoyed the tour that way! Thank you very much for your message. Please let us know if you need anything else. We are at your full disposal. The Tour Travel & More Team
