Messina Private Excursion: Godfather, Taormina & Castelmola
Description
A seamless, private shore excursion designed for cruise passengers. We offer direct pickup at the Messina cruise terminal and a guaranteed on-time return to your ship. Experience Taormina and Castelmola with the comfort of a private vehicle and a dedicated local guide.
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Itinerary
Castelmola is a picturesque village located in the Sicilian region, just a few kilometers from Taormina. Perched on a cliff overlooking the Ionian Sea, it offers breathtaking views of Mount Etna and the coastline. You will stroll through its charming narrow streets and can taste the famous local almond wine.
Savoca is a picturesque village nestled in the hills of Sicily, world-renowned as a filming location for Francis Ford Coppola’s masterpiece, 'The Godfather.' You will visit the historic Bar Vitelli, where Michael Corleone asked for Apollonia’s hand in marriage, and walk up to the Church of San Nicolò. Beyond its cinematic history, Savoca offers a charming atmosphere, ancient catacombs, and stunning views of the valley
Taormina is a stunning Sicilian town situated on the east coast of the island, world-famous for its natural beauty, historic architecture, and the iconic Ancient Greek Theater. Known as the 'Pearl of the Ionian Sea,' it offers a unique blend of history, luxury shopping, and unforgettable seaside views.
Messina is a gateway to Sicily, located on the north-eastern tip of the island. It is renowned for its historic monuments, such as the Cathedral (Duomo) with its spectacular astronomical clock—the largest in the world—and its beautiful fountains. It is the perfect starting point for your Sicilian adventure
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Upon your arrival, your driver will be waiting for you directly at Gate of the Port of Messina. Look for a sign with your name on it for easy identification. We are located just a few steps from the cruise ship disembarkation area
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(44)
I would highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting Sicily. Pickup was on time and very close to our cruise ship. Both vehicles and drivers were fantastic. They arranged a perfect day in Sicily for our group of 10 ranging from 6 - 76 years old. Support this local company! Their professionalism and service is unmatched!
Beautiful family from Canada, thank you for choosing us. See you soon in Sicily
Francesco (Owner of Get In Sicily) is a native and passionate about his hometown. Very knowledgeable and provided excellent service. Our family of six enjoyed his tour and his customer-oriented service. I highly recommended his excellent tours.
Thank you for your lovely review, we had a memorable day.
Our day began when we met our tour guide, Andrea, right at the port (where our cruise ship docked). He greeted us (myself, my husband, and our 12 and 14-year-old sons) warmly, and we headed to his air-conditioned van. As we drove, he began talking to us about his love of his home, Sicily. Our visits to the three different places were filled with incredible moments and tons of information. There are so many different points during the day when my family made memories we will never forget! Andrea took us to a very cool bar in Castelmola— delicious cannoli! And when we arrived in Taormina, he gave us the best lunch recommendation. It was our favorite meal of our entire 13 -day trip through Spain, France and Italy. To say we enjoyed this tour would be an understatement. It was one of the best we’ve been on. Thank you, Andrea! Until we meet again!
Thank you so much for choosing us.
This tour was one of the highlights of our trip to Italy! Francesco was an incredible guide, showing us all the beautiful parts of the island from Savoca to Taormina and Castelmola with plenty of time as a shore excursion. Every recommendation he made (especially for lunch), was a 10/10!! We were traveling with a two year old and my family had the best experience in Sicily. Thank you Francesco!!!
You are amazing! Thank you all!
We hoping to find a driver who spoke English for the day! Wow did we ever find so much more! Francesco was beyond knowledgeable about the sights we knew we wanted to see! Even more importantly, he suggested a few others that we would never have known about! It was beyond a dream come true day!
It was a great pleasure to meet you, you are extraordinary people, I hope to see you again soon in Sicily, I'll be waiting for you.
We just want to thank Get in Sicily and Francesco for making us spend an unforgettable day. We recommend their excursions to everyone
Grazie a voi per averci dato modo di farvi esplorare le meraviglie della nostra terra.
Sicilian stop top! Francesco helped us plan the perfect excursion for the stopover with our cruise ship.
Grazie a voi per averci scelto.
Great tour, great driver and magnificent company, everything perfect for our Sicilian excursion. Recommended
Grazie a voi, vi aspettiamo nuovamente in Sicilia.
It was the most beautiful tour ever, organized down to the smallest detail and return to the ship on time perfect. Thank you very much
La soddisfazione dei nostri clienti è il nostro obiettivo principale, grazie a voi.
Francesco is a great driver and a great guide, he guided us through the streets of these fantastic villages telling us about Sicilian history and culture. For the next cruise we have already booked another excursion with him. Really recommended!
