Från Messina kryssningsterminal: Privat Gudfadern tur + Lunch
Beskrivning
Privat tur från Messina med bekväm luftkonditionerad bil med en personlig lokal Guide till de sicilianska bergsbyarna som har blivit världskända tack vare F.F. Coppola, som filmade sin legendariska "Gudfadern" här - Top Three of the Greatest American Movies. Denna tur är privat - endast för din fest, ingen annan, för att säkerställa högsta standard för våra kunder. Få den fascinerande, vänliga och informativa inblicken i inspelningsprocessen och trivia, lär dig den verkliga sicilianska maffiahistorien, dess struktur, uppgång och utveckling tills nu, upptäck historien och kulturen på filmplatserna och Sicilien själv, och känn den romantiskt rustika atmosfären på gamla Sicilien. I slutet av turen äter ni en traditionell lunch på restaurang. Lunchen består av typiska lokala produkter: ostar, salami, skinka, soltorkade tomater från Taormina, oliver, hembakat bröd, en portion parmigiana, pasta alla norma, ett glas vin från Etna vingårdar och dessert.
Turalternativ
Resplan
Under turnén "Gudfadern", med start från ditt boende eller hamn i Messina, kommer du att gå längs de autentiska pittoreska gatorna i Savoca och Forza d'Agro förblev oförändrade sedan filmen gjordes, besöka antika kyrkor, berömda Bar Vitelli där Michael Corleone frågade Apollonias far hennes hand i äktenskapet, kyrkan där de gifte sig och andra filmplatser. Senare kommer du att njuta av en traditionell lunch, bestående av lokalt producerade ostar, salami, prosciutto, caponata, parmigiana, oliver, extra virgin olivolja och färskt hembakat bröd och citronsorbet, samtidigt som du har en romantisk havsutsikt från terrassen.
Första stoppet är Savoca, en oförstörd medeltida stad som fungerade som stand-in för Corleone där Michael gömde sig under "gå till madrasserna". Du kommer att gå till en gammal kyrka Santa Lucia, där Michael och Apollonia gifte sig på knä i dörröppningen. Följ sedan samma stig nedför backen som de nygifta gjorde, och besök en annan gammal kyrka med anor från 1200-talet. När du går längs de fantastiska gatorna i Savoca kan du en bra dag också träffa några skådespelare - till exempel en dam som spelade Apollonias mamma och som fortfarande bor i Savoca. Senare kan du eventuellt besöka en familjeägd restaurang och på en terrass med romantisk havsutsikt smaka lokala sicilianska viner med traditionell mat (lokalt producerade ostar, salami, prosciutto, caponata, oliver, extra jungfruolja, färskt hembakat bröd, hemgjord citrongranita - allt är tillagat med ekologiska ingredienser av lokalt ursprung - "km0"!).
I Savoca kommer du att besöka Bar Vitelli som ser ut precis som den gjorde i filmen, och se den exakta platsen där Al Pacino informerade Apollonias far att hans namn var Michael Corleone, och att "det finns människor som skulle betala mycket pengar för den informationen, men då skulle din dotter förlora en pappa istället för att skaffa en man”. Här kan du ta bilder med ett autentiskt siciliansk hagelgevär "Lupara", se bilder från filmen och ett spegelmonument för Coppola, njuta av panoramautsikt över Medelhavets öppning från torget där scenen för bröllopsceremonin spelades in, köpa The Godfather-souvenirer och - "lämna pistolen, ta cannoli" - smaka original siciliansk cannoli och citrongranita på Bar Vitelli.
Turen fortsätter i Forza d'Agro, en annan fantastisk stad på en kulle med en "Gudfader"-anslutning. Du kommer att gå på de övergivna gatorna ("Vart har alla män tagit vägen?" - "De är döda från vendettor"), utforska det historiska torget och se bilderna från filmen, besöka antika kyrkor, se piazzan där den unge Vito Andolini ( senare flydde Vito Corleone) Don Ciccios män genom att gömma sig i en korg på en åsnas rygg, gå upp för att se resterna av ett normandisk slott från 1100-talet, beundra en härlig panoramautsikt över den joniska kusten och få en smak av den sicilianska pastorala livsstilen kvar. oförändrad sedan urminnes tider.
Höjdpunkter
Vad som ingår
Upphämtningsplatser och tider
Din privata guide kommer att träffas på ditt boende, hamn eller järnvägsstation i Messina
Resenärers betyg
Viktig information
- Anpassat för rullstol
- Spädbarn och små barn kan åka i barnvagn eller sittvagn
- Servicedjur tillåtna
- Särskilda barnstolar finns tillgängliga
- Transportalternativ är rullstolsanpassade
- Alla områden och ytor är rullstolsanpassade
- Lämplig för alla fysiska konditionsnivåer
- Minst 2 personer per bokning krävs
- Vi har privata turer, bara för din fest, men i början av utflykten ger vi varje gäst en mask, skyddshandskar och handdesinfektionsmedel
Recensioner(31)
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!
