Vanaf Messina Cruise Terminal: Privé Godfather tour + lunch
Beschrijving
Privétour vanuit Messina per comfortabele auto met airconditioning en een persoonlijke lokale Gids naar de must-see Siciliaanse heuveltopdorpen die wereldberoemd zijn geworden dankzij F.F. Coppola, die hier zijn legendarische "The Godfather" filmde - Top drie van de grootste Amerikaanse films. Deze tour is privé - alleen voor uw feest, niemand anders, om de hoogste normen voor onze klanten te garanderen. Krijg het fascinerende, vriendelijke en informatieve inzicht in het filmproces en trivia, leer het echte Siciliaanse maffiaverhaal, de structuur, opkomst en ontwikkeling tot vandaag, ontdek de geschiedenis en cultuur van de filmlocaties en Sicilië zelf en voel de romantische rustieke sfeer van het oude Sicilië. Aan het einde van de tour heeft u een traditionele lunch in restaurant. De lunch bestaat uit typische streekproducten : kaas, salami, ham, zongedroogde tomaten uit Taormina, olijven, zelfgebakken brood, een portie parmigiana, pasta alla norma, een glas wijn gemaakt van Etna wijngaarden en dessert.
Rondreisopties
Reisroute
Tijdens de "The Godfather"-tour, vertrekkend vanuit je accommodatie of haven in Messina, loop je langs de authentieke pittoreske straatjes van Savoca en Forza d'Agro die onveranderd zijn gebleven sinds de film werd gemaakt, bezoek je oude kerken, de beroemde Bar Vitelli waar Michael Corleone vroeg Apollonia's vader trouwde met haar, de kerk waar ze trouwden en andere filmlocaties. Later geniet je van een traditionele lunch, bestaande uit lokaal geproduceerde kazen, salami, prosciutto, caponata, parmigiana, olijven, extra vergine olijfolie en vers zelfgebakken brood en citroensorbet, terwijl je vanaf het terras een romantisch uitzicht op zee hebt.
De eerste stop is Savoca, een ongerept middeleeuws stadje dat fungeerde als vervanger voor Corleone, waar Michael zich verstopte tijdens de tijd van 'naar de matrassen gaan'. Je loopt naar een oude kerk van Santa Lucia, waar Michael en Apollonia geknield in de deuropening trouwden. Volg daarna hetzelfde pad de heuvel af als het pasgetrouwde stel en bezoek een andere oude kerk die dateert uit de 13e eeuw. Als je door de prachtige straten van Savoca loopt, kun je op een goede dag ook enkele acteurs ontmoeten - bijvoorbeeld een dame die de moeder van Apollonia speelde en die nog steeds in Savoca woont. Later kunt u optioneel een familiebedrijf bezoeken en op een terras met romantisch uitzicht op zee lokale Siciliaanse wijnen proeven met traditionele gerechten (lokaal geproduceerde kazen, salami, prosciutto, caponata, olijven, extra vergine olijfolie, vers zelfgebakken brood, zelfgemaakte citroengranita - alles wordt bereid met biologische ingrediënten van lokale oorsprong - "km0"!).
In Savoca bezoek je Bar Vitelli die er precies zo uitziet als in de film, en zie je de exacte plek waar Al Pacino Apollonia's vader vertelde dat zijn naam Michael Corleone was, en dat "er mensen zijn die veel geld zouden betalen voor die informatie, maar dan zou uw dochter een vader verliezen in plaats van een echtgenoot te krijgen". Hier kunt u foto's maken met een authentiek Siciliaans jachtgeweer "Lupara", foto's uit de film bekijken en een spiegelmonument voor Coppola, genieten van een panoramisch uitzicht op de opening van de Middellandse Zee vanaf het plein waar de scène van de huwelijksceremonie werd opgenomen, souvenirs van The Godfather kopen en - "Laat het pistool liggen, neem de cannoli" - proef originele Siciliaanse cannoli en citroengranita bij Bar Vitelli.
De tour gaat verder in Forza d'Agro, een ander prachtig stadje op een heuveltop met een "Godfather"-verbinding. Je loopt door de verlaten straten ("Waar zijn alle mannen gebleven?" - "Ze zijn dood van vendetta's"), verken het historische plein en bekijk de foto's uit de film, bezoek oude kerken, zie het plein waar de jonge Vito Andolini ( later Vito Corleone) ontsnapte aan de mannen van Don Ciccio door zich te verstoppen in een mand op de rug van een ezel, loop naar boven om de overblijfselen van een 12e-eeuws Normandisch kasteel te zien, bewonder een prachtig panoramisch uitzicht op de Ionische kustlijn en proef een voorproefje van de Siciliaanse pastorale levensstijl die er nog steeds is onveranderd sinds de oudheid.
Hoogtepunten
Wat is inbegrepen
Ophaallocaties en -tijden
Uw privégids zal u ontmoeten in uw accommodatie, haven of treinstation in Messina
Beoordelingen van reizigers
Belangrijke informatie
- Rolstoeltoegankelijk
- Baby's en kleine kinderen kunnen in een wandel- of kinderwagen mee
- Hulpdieren toegestaan
- Er zijn speciale kinderzitjes beschikbaar
- Vervoersopties zijn rolstoeltoegankelijk
- Alle plaatsen en oppervlakken zijn rolstoeltoegankelijk
- Geschikt voor alle condities
- Een minimum van 2 personen per boeking is vereist
- We hebben privérondleidingen, alleen voor uw gezelschap, maar aan het begin van de excursie geven we elke gast een masker, beschermende handschoenen en handdesinfecterend middel
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We had a decidedly mixed experience on this tour. Savoca and Forza d’Agro are absolutely spectacular. No fan of the Godfather should miss seeing these gorgeous villages, and even those who aren’t deeply attached to the story can appreciate the timeless beauty, the jaw-dropping views, and the other history of the region. Our guide, to his credit, was extremely knowledgeable about all of that. He knows the movies almost to the frame, as well as much of the behind-the-scenes context. He is born and raised in the area, so can speak thoughtfully about the films’ place in the region’s culture and the controversies they evoke among locals. However, we found our particular guide under-developed and lacking some polish. To begin, he was nearly 30 minutes late to meet us. He had also forgotten his phone, so calls and messages to him went unanswered. We even had trouble reaching the tour operator until we asked Viator for help. When he did show up, because he had forgotten his phone, he didn’t have our name… he was wandering the area with a hand-scrawled sign that said “Godfather Tour,” and luckily we had his cellphone number - that let us validate he was actually the guide we were waiting for. To make amends, he wanted to take us for coffee and pastry at a bakery near his home on the way to Forza d’Agro. While thoughtful, this ended up being somewhat awkward of a detour. Likewise, between Forza d’Agro and Savoca, he wanted to stop home to retrieve his phone. Maybe all this could be overlooked, but he also needs some coaching as a guide. We have taken dozens of tours around the world - through Viator and other services - and this was the first guide we’ve had who was unable to hold a real conversation. Instead, he spoke nonstop, almost without taking a breath, for 20 or 30 minutes at a time over the five hour tour - literally 20 or 30 minutes without anyone else speaking a word. It was great that he knew to take us to the church in Savoca (where Michael married Apollonia) just at noon, when they play Ave Maria in the square. But we actually had to shush the man from talking over this beautiful moment of hearing the music and taking in the view. By the time he drove us back to the port in Messina, we were almost dizzy from his chatter. With his knowledge and sweetness and good cheer, he can surely learn to be a great guide if he learns to engage in some dialogue and sometimes let a moment breathe and speak for itself.
Dear Matthew, Thank you so much for the positive review and for the kind words you used to describe Marco: "He was extremely knowledgeable about all of that. He knows the movies almost to the frame, as well as much of the behind-the-scenes context. He is born and raised in the area, so he can speak thoughtfully about the films' place in the region's culture and the controversies they evoke among locals." As for Marco, unfortunately he forgot his phone at home, and by the time he realized it, he was already on the highway to meet you at the port. This can happen to even the best of people. To be fair, he arrived at the port on time, but he didn't have your phone number, so it was difficult to meet you. I called you 25 minutes after the scheduled time, and you were already with Marco. You affectionately scolded Marco for talking too much. Marco talks about the film's content, the history of Sicily, geology, the culinary and gastronomic history of Sicily, Etna, the Greeks, the Romans, the Arabs, and all the peoples who have visited Sicily in the past. He talks about everything as it should be. As you wrote, he is extremely knowledgeable. He didn't talk about ice hockey or how to change a tire on a car. I'd rather a client tell me that the guide often speaks with content than that the guide is silent because he's poorly prepared. Marco lives in the town where the film took place and asked you for a four-minute break to get his phone at home. What could he have done that was so bad? At the end of your review, you write about Marco: "With his knowledge, kindness, and good humor, he can certainly become an excellent guide." If I may say so, Marco is already an excellent guide. He's a guide who's done over 1,000 Godfather tours. We're not talking about a beginner, and I demand respect for that. He can certainly improve, too, and we're sure he will. Best Regards Pasquale
We had such a great day in Sicily! Omar our tour guide was fantastic. Beautiful coastline, roads and tunnels that cut through the hillsides…the views were breathtaking. We love The Godfather movies so walking through the village of Savoca where the movies were filmed was a blast! 🎥🍿🇮🇹 “I respect those who tell me the truth no matter how hard it is.” — Michael Corleone
Bruno was the best guide ever! His love of Sicily exudes and it shines through. This experience is worth every penny! Thank you Bruno!!!!
A must see authentic Godfather tour. The people of Sicily were amazing. We especially enjoyed Mauricio’s our wonderful driver and guide’s expertise on the godfather & mafia history, the scenic mountain top views of the near distant towns of Taormina, Calabria and Mt Etna. The visit to Bar Vitelli and the church where Michael & Appolina were married was special as the church bells rang and playing to the music of Ave Maria. A most impressive wine and luncheon experience is something we will carry in our hearts back to the USA. To top off our excursion we were taken to a beach bar for a toast of limoncello and granita. Excellent driver, personal and we had a great experience. We recommend asking for Mauricio.
Such an enjoyable day! Marco is a man with a wealth of knowledge about The Godfather and the area. The views were breathtaking! Well worth the money for the day!
Comfortable transportation with good driver. Full day with an excellent guide, Davide. Very knowledgeable about each of the placed visited and their role in history as well as the Godfather trilogy. Lunch was at a family owned restaurant where everything was fresh made and delicious.
Everything was amazing. Marco was the best! We got to see some really cool filming locations from all three movies and enjoyed a private lunch in a family owned restaurant.
From the moment we were picked up and met Marco I knew this was going to be a special day and we were right. Marco took us to all the sites and explained everything along the way. He took us to this amazing restaurant, Sikania, for lunch which was amazing. I highly recommend this tour.
Maurizio was our driver very kind professional and knowledgeable of Sicily. The towns the Godfather was filmed in were so rustic and breathtaking!! We took our time to walk around and take in the history and beauty of these places. The movie history and sites just add to the experience!! Loved everything! Maurizio also setup a private lunch at an authentic Sicilian restaurant SIKANAI, the owner cooked and served us a delicious (the best!) beautiful meal and the view was spectacular. We’re still in awe of this tour.. just ask for Maurizio he’s the best! Just go, see what the Coppola vision was you won’t regret it!
Passion, knowledge and joy. That’s Marco! What an amazing, intimate experience we had on the Godfather tour. He also had perfect photo opportunities for my husband and I. We visited several places from the movie including the iconic church where Michael married Apollonia. He took us to a very local restaurant where we truly had the best lunch and VIEW. on our way back to our cruise port, we stopped at a Food festival and shared huge, delicious Cannoli’s together. Perfecto! If we ever come back to Sicily, which I hope we do, we will definitely see to reconnect with Marco and see more of this beautiful city! Thank you Marco - highly Recommend!
