Excursión desde el puerto de Messina al Monte Etna y Taormina
Descripción
Esta emocionante excursión de un día está diseñada para aquellos que desean disfrutar de lo mejor de Sicilia, la hermosa Taormina y ver las vistas desde el monte. Etna. Disfruta de conducir hasta el Etna, donde comenzarás tu excursión. Por la tarde explore Taormina, una ciudad histórica famosa por su templo griego, antiguo anfiteatro y un panorama inolvidable con vistas al mar.
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Espectacularmente encaramado en la ladera de una montaña, Taormina es uno de los destinos de verano más populares de Sicilia, una elegante ciudad turística popular entre los grandes apostadores y aquellos que desean probar la dolce vita siciliana. Fundada en el siglo IV a. C., Taormina disfrutó de una gran prosperidad bajo el gobernante griego Gelón II y más tarde bajo los romanos, pero cayó en una oscura oscuridad después de ser conquistada por los normandos en 1087. Su reencarnación como destino turístico data del siglo XVIII, cuando los europeos del norte lo descubrieron en el Grand Tour. Entre sus fanáticos estaba DH Lawrence, quien vivió aquí entre 1920 y 1923.
El monte Etna es el volcán más alto de Europa y uno de los más activos del mundo. Su impresionante tamaño (más de 3327 metros de altura con un diámetro basal promedio de 40 km) domina toda la región. Sus espectaculares erupciones y sus ardientes flujos de lava, siempre han despertado el interés de los científicos junto con la curiosidad de los visitantes de todo el mundo. Desde 2013, el Monte Etna está en la Lista del Patrimonio Mundial de la Unesco por sus peculiaridades geológicas de relevancia planetaria.
El teatro antiguo (el teatro greco, o "teatro griego") está construido en su mayor parte de ladrillo, y por lo tanto es probablemente de fecha romana, aunque el plan y la disposición están de acuerdo con los de los teatros griegos, en lugar de romanos; de donde se supone que la estructura actual fue reconstruida sobre los cimientos de un teatro antiguo del período griego. Con un diámetro de 120 metros (390 pies) (después de una expansión en el siglo II), este teatro es el segundo más grande de su tipo en Sicilia (después de Siracusa); se usa con frecuencia para representaciones operísticas y teatrales y para conciertos. La mayor parte de los asientos originales han desaparecido, pero la pared que rodeaba toda la cueva se conserva, y el proscenio con la pared posterior de la escena y sus apéndices, de los cuales solo quedan vestigios en la mayoría de los teatros antiguos, se conserva aquí en singular. integridad, y contribuyen mucho al efecto pintoresco, así como al interés, de la ruina. De los fragmentos de decoraciones arquitectónicas aún existentes, aprendemos que era del orden corintio, y ricamente ornamentado. Algunas partes de un templo también son visibles, convertidas en la iglesia de San Pancrazio, pero el edificio es de tamaño pequeño.
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Información importante
- Los bebés y los niños pequeños pueden ir en un cochecito o en una silla de paseo
- Se admiten animales de asistencia
- Hay asientos o sillas infantiles disponibles
- Los viajeros deben tener una condición física alta
- Al momento de la reserva, los pasajeros de cruceros deben proporcionar la siguiente información: nombre del barco, tiempo de atraque, tiempo de desembarque y tiempo de reembarque
Opiniones(8)
We used Rome in Limo for 2 excursions (Florence, Tuscany and San Gimignano) and (Taormino and My. Etna). Both days were amazing. We used 2 passenger vans since we were 10 people. The drivers were so friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend them and would use them again.
Lucca was the BEST tour guide ever!!! Really loved his job and it shows! Took us to a great lunch place off the beaten path! Highly recommend!
Thanks so much for the awesome review! We couldn't agree more, Luca really does love what he does, and that energy is totally contagious. We're so glad he was able to take you to a great lunch spot off the beaten path; finding those hidden gems is what we live for! We'll be sure to pass your high recommendation and kind words along to him. Thanks for exploring with us, and we hope to see you again soon!
Last week, we had a fantastic tour with Lucca from the cruise port in Messina. Lucca was waiting for us in the port in a comfortable Mercedes car. He easily accommodated my husband's needs as a person with limited mobility who uses a walker/rollator. At my request, he change our tour to take us to a winery on Mt. Etna since my husband would not be able to walk around on the mountain and see things. He also got us to Taormina before the crowds so we could see the beautiful city without so many people. It was the perfect combination of talking/explaining the history of the island, and leaving us alone. He also took us to some amazing viewpoints that you wouldn't get to see on a larger tour. It was really a fantastic day and made us both want to return to Sicily again so we could spend more time and really enjoy this beautiful place.
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We had a great driver and an excellent day visiting Mount Etna and having a wonderful lunch in Taormina.
Thank you for taking the time out of your day to post your comment, I'm glad to know that you had a great time with us! Our goal is to provide excellent services for our clients, it is rewarding to see our efforts recognized in your review. Hope to see you back soon!
Lucca was awesome! He knew just about everyone we met and knew all the best places to visit! He was a joy to have as a tour guide!
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! It sounds like you had a fantastic time with Luca. It really adds something special to the day when your guide knows all the locals—it makes you feel like a VIP! We are so happy to hear that he was a joy to be around and that he led you to all the best spots. We will be sure to pass your kind words along to him. We hope to see you again for another adventure soon!
You cannot beat Rome in Limo for the best tours in Italy. The drivers are fantastic and as a Travel Agent I know I can depend on Rome in Limo for excellent tours for my clients. Book them.
Thank you for taking the time out of your day to post your comment, I'm glad to know that you had a great time with us! Our goal is to provide excellent services for our clients, it is rewarding to see our efforts recognized in your review. Hope to see you back soon!
I was the organizer of our 8 person group, and having used "Rome In Limo" in the past, I had no doubt that we were in store for another fabulous tour. Our Tour Guide Luca, picked us up at the port right on time as expected. He was extremely knowledgeable and polite, and he was very accommodating to everyones needs. He took us to more of the small surrounding towns than i had expected, and in each one walked us through the history and highlights of each. He made sure that were all safe and comfortable during the entire tour. I feel that his outgoing personality is certainly reflective of the "Quality" tour guides that Rome In Limo employs for all of their tours. Having been on many other cruise tours over the years, I truly feel that Rome In Limo is the "Cadillac" of the tour providers. A rating of AAA+++ is not enough for this tour guide and his company. Well done Luca!
Thank you for taking the time out of your day to post your comment, I'm glad to know that you had a great time with us! Our goal is to provide excellent services for our clients, it is rewarding to see our efforts recognized in your review. Hope to see you back soon!
Our driver picked us up from the Port and showed us around Taormina! Absolutely Gorgeous! He knew all the right spots to stop and/or pick us up which we conveniently located and didn't waste time. Our stop at the Winery was awesome. We had a great view looking out to the mountains, the wine and charcuterie plates were pleasing to the eye and the palate. Roberto helped us make the most of our time at our stop in Messina.
Thank you for taking the time out of your day to post your comment, I'm glad to know that you had a great time with us! Our goal is to provide excellent services for our clients, it is rewarding to see our efforts recognized in your review. Hope to see you back soon!
