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Tours/Sicily/Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour

Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour

4.7(160)Sicily5–6 hours
VIATOR4.7(142)TRIPADVISOR4.3(18)
Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour
Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour
Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour
Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour
Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour
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Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour
Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour
Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour
Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour
Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour
Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour
Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour
Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour
Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour

At a glance

Duration
5–6 hours
Price from
$168 / person
Location
Sicily
Rating
4.7 / 5 · 160 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Up to 28 people
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Sicily4you
Meeting point
At the corner of the building in front the port exit and down the traffic light.

Description

Tour to Taormina where you can visit its famous sites like the Greek theater, the Cathedral and a view on Mount Etna and the bay of Giardini Naxos. Continue with a transfer to the town of Castelmola and head back to Messina port of Hotel.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Next available
Mon, Nov 2
Adult (ages 0–90)
$168

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 1.

Tour Options

Shared tour

Pickup included

Itinerary

Sicily4you
Pass by

Start of tour at Messina port or Hotel

Porta Catania di Taormina
Pass by

The tour will start from Messina and the drop off will be Taormina at Porta Catania

Taormina
120 min

In Taormina you can visit the Greek theater(Extra cost), Palazzo Corvaja, and Cathedral. You can admire an amazing view of Mount Etna and bay of Giardini Naxos. You will have 2 hours to visit the town by yourself. Guide will give all the information on the bus. You will have a walk along Corso Umberto (the ancient Roman street Valeria). You will be enchanted by Taormina, the charming pearl of the Mediterranean which is always able to seduce even the most inattentive visitor.

Castelmola
60 min

Castelmola is a little nice town just above Taormina. Discover this little town that is famous for the pottery and almond wine. Also here you can enjoy a beautiful landscape, with a wonderful overlook of the Mount Etna (more than 3,330 mt, the highest volcano in Europe), and the magnificent bay of Giardini - Naxos. Visit on your own. Guide will give all the information on the bus

Messina
Pass by

At the end of the day, you will be transferred back to Messina. Back to the port in time for the cruise-ship departure.

What's included

Included
Transport by air-conditioned coach/bus, minivan
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Driver/guide
This is a shared tour. According the number of bookings the group can be of 28 people
Port pickup and drop-off
Not included
Food and drinks

Pickup Locations & Times

We can pick up where the customer needs. Just indicate at time of booking.

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.7
160 reviews
5
133
4
15
3
2
2
4
1
6

How it compares in Sicily

  • No. 4 by number of reviews among 84 tours in Sicily
  • Starting price $168 is close to the typical $176 for tours of similar length in Sicily
  • Price over the last 30 days: $155–$168

Excurgo comparison of 84 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • 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
  • At time of booking, Hotel guests must provide the name of Hotel
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative tour or full refund.

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 Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour take?

Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour lasts about 5–6 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.

How much does Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour cost?

Prices start at $168 per person for this Sicily experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.

Can I cancel Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour 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. We can pick up where the customer needs. Just indicate at time of booking. Pickup points include Messina.

What languages is Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour 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 28 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 Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 160 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Sicily4you.

Reviews(160)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

$168/ person
4.7(160)
Duration5–6 hours
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationInstant
Check availability on Viator →
Booked and paid on Viator.com
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Payment and confirmation are handled by Viator
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