FOR GUESTS THAT ARE NOT CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS:The meeting point at our office DISCOVER MESSINA SICILY, located in Via I Settembre, 110, 45 minutes before the tour.
Description
This Etna wine tour, among our day trips from Messina, is dedicated to those who love wine and want to try the local production.
We will have a first stop in the famous town of Taormina, one of the most relevant tourist destinations in Sicily. After a visit to the historical center with its monuments and fashion boutiques, we will continue our Etna wine tour discovering one of the typical Sicilian wineries based on the volcanic slopes.
Here you will meet the winegrower and owner of the estate. He will introduce you to the characteristics of the local grapes, made so special and precious by the volcanic soils and by the great amount of sun to which they are exposed.
You can try different kinds of Etna wines accompanied by a good variety of local and tasty Sicilian food: you will see why this is one of our most requested Sicily day tours.
Tour Options
Private tour
Pickup included
Shared group tour
Pickup included
Small group (min 8 -max16)
Pickup included
Itinerary
La Madonnina del Porto
Pass by
The stele was raised by the will of Archbishop Angelo Paino
Fontana di Nettuno
Pass by
The fountain of Neptune is the second fountain created in Messina by Giovanni Angelo Montorsoli
Chiesa di S. Francesco all'Immacolata
Pass by
It is an impressive temple, the second in size for the churches of Messina
Corso Umberto
Admission included120 min
The main street of Taormina where the major part of the monuments are located.
Porta Catania di Taormina
Pass by
Porta Catania delimits the southern part of Corso Umberto I, is part of the second city wall and its construction dates back to 1440
Castiglione di Sicilia
120 min
A local winery located on the base of Mt Etna
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Wine tasting
Tour leader
Port pickup and drop-off
Live commentary on board
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Food tasting
Not included
Gratuities
Private expenses
entrance fee to the Greek-roman theatre
Pickup Locations & Times
FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS:
Our representatives will meet you inside the port, at GATE 5. They will hold a sign with your name and a flag with our company logo: a LION HEAD.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Important Information
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infant meals not included
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
A minimum of 4 people per booking is required
We suggest to wear comfortable shoes, wind jackets, a scarf and an umbrella
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Etna Wine And Taormina From Messina take?
Etna Wine And Taormina From Messina lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Etna Wine And Taormina From Messina cost?
Prices start at $172 per person for this Sicily experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Etna Wine And Taormina From Messina for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. FOR CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS:
Our representatives will meet you inside the port, at GATE 5. They will hold a sign with your name and a flag with our company logo: a LION HEAD.
Pickup points include MESSINA PORT .
What languages is Etna Wine And Taormina From Messina offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Etna Wine And Taormina From Messina worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 40 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by DISCOVER MESSINA SICILY.
Reviews(40)
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Eric_A
September 27, 2026 · via Viator
Highly recommend - Peppe is the man
Peppe was our driver for the day. He communicated well to find him when we were arriving at the port of Messina. He was extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the area and this history. He drove us to Taormina and showed us the area and gave us history before we had some free time to explore. He gave us suggestions for free time and where to get the best cannolis. We used the free time to go to the Greek Theater, which was very impressive. He then drove us up to Mt Etna area to one of the great wineries. We had a tour and finished with a wine pairing with lunch. Food was excellent and wine was very good. I would highly recommend Peppe and Messina Tours.
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Brad940
September 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
What a great day!
Peppe was an amazing tour guide. He was a lot of fun and shared great information about the area, history, and culture. He even had umbrellas when it started raining. It was a great day that exceeded our expectations.
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oliviabJ9575GM
September 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
The best of the best
What a day in the best way! Giuseppe aka Peppe our guide as well as our driver, also named Peppe were fantastic. Extremely welcoming, knowledgeable, and kind. I can not reccomend this tour enough as it certainly exceeded my expectations. Taormina was gorgeous and they got us their before the crowds then they proceeded to take us to the winery. The winery had some better wines then we get in southern California. If you are debating a tour while on a cruise at port or even while staying in Sicily I would highly reccomend.
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jessicahD2131MS
September 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great tour of Sicily area & wine tasting
My husband and I enjoyed our tour so much. We were treated right on the dock after disembarking. Peppe was our guide and he made it fun, informative and very welcoming.
We loved the town of Taormina, Peppe gave us suggestions on where to eat and what to see based on our wants.
The winery was great. We were greeted with sparkling white wine, taken on a tour of the winery, then sat for a 4 course lunch. We were stuffed. Lunch is different everyday as they source locally grown foods for their meal. We all enjoyed the honey so much our guide arranged for a stop for us to buy honey before being dropped off at the ship.
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mommy1NewYork
September 1, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Best Guide - Carmelo
Many thanks to the best tour guide, Carmelo, and the best driver, Alessandro, for the informative private tour and historical information. We were treated like royalty the entire day!
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Jennifer_P
July 3, 2026 · via Viator
My family of 13 took this...
My family of 13 took this tour led by Sara and our driver Giuseppe. Sara was in constant communication and was an excellent tour guide. She was very knowledgeable, super friendly and very accommodating. The winery & restaurant was beautiful and our tour of Taormina was very informative. Would definitely recommend.
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Connector43746431892
May 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great Day in Sicily
We had a wine tour and Taormina tour with Julia. It was a wonderful day. She was very engaging and informative. The wine we tasted was delicious. We had some time to explore Taormina on our own and then back to the ship. We very much enjoyed our day with Julia.
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philipj825
May 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Best day!!
This was truly the best day of our entire trip! We were picked up directly from the cruise port in a spacious, air-conditioned van and were welcomed with water, snacks, and lots of interesting history during the drive to Taormina.
Claudia was an amazing guide and showed us a few must-see spots before giving us free time to explore the city on our own. Afterward, we visited a beautiful winery where we had incredible food and got to try so many wines. Everything was seamless from start to finish, including the ride back to the cruise port. Highly recommend this tour!
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Vicki_P
May 5, 2026 · via Viator
email me ASAP please
Need winery contact info - have not received product we paid for and was to be shipped. Also no shipping or tracking info was sent as they said would be. please email me ASAP vicki.pulsifer@ycoe.org
Operator response
Dear Vicki
We hope you enjoyed the tour with our company Discover Messina Sicily, and that the experience was satisfying, as we are really willing to understand what we can do better to improve our services and our assistance. As regards shipping, you will be contacted privately by the winery, as our travel agency doesn't handle this process and is only responsible for providing the excursion.
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Benjamin_H
May 5, 2026 · via Viator
Taormina and wine - does it get any better?
We had the best time with Giuseppe (Peppe) on our tour. We were shocked that just the two of us got to enjoy the day with him. He was very proud of Sicily and shared lots of hidden nuggets that most would not get in a larger tour. We couldn’t have asked for better. The winery (Cantine Patria) is amazing. The winery tour was interesting, the food was fabulous and the wine was awesome. Most of all, the hospitality of the owners and tour guide was second to none!
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