Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour
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.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Start of tour at Messina port or Hotel
The tour will start from Messina and the drop off will be Taormina at Porta Catania
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 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
At the end of the day, you will be transferred back to Messina. Back to the port in time for the cruise-ship departure.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We can pick up where the customer needs. Just indicate at time of booking.
Traveller Ratings
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.
Reviews(153)
This was an amazing tour to do while in Messina especially since we arrived on a Sunday and the majority of the shops and restaurants around the port were closed. Our driver, Mike was super! He was born and raised in Messina so he was able to give us historical information as well as cultural about his hometown and some useful tips along the way. He filled the driving time between the cities with stories and fun facts. The van was spotless and well air conditioned. He was punctual and so very easy going. Would highly recommend this tour and Mike. Arrivederci!
Gino and Erika were great. The trip to Castelmola was comfortable, and Erika offered an interesting background and history on the way. We arrived early before the crowds, which was great. Gino was courteous and friendly, opening doors for us and the kids. We were able to have extra/less time as we wished. It was a bonus that I think they had an expressway pass so our trip was very efficient. (We're on another tour today and this one is not taking the toll lanes and it's definitely adding to our time in the van.)
It was a beautiful, scenic drive up the mountain. Our driver Bruno was the best, and very knowledgeable about the area. He pointed out all the important landmarks, and recommended several places to visit while we were on our own.
This was a grear tour. We loved Castelmola with the view of Mt Etna and Chris our tour guide was excellent and gave us a great history lesson of Sicily I would recommend this tour
Great tour guide! Very knowledgeable of the area and history. Also did a quick tour of the Cathedral in Messina. Pick up was near the port!
Both of these villages are incredibly beautiful, and our guide Sam (Samuel) made the experience over the top. Gino our driver also was amazing! Sam is extremely intelligent and passionate about these cities and their culture and history. He was extraordinary in the explanations and history he gave us and our time spent in Sicily was so incredible because he was our tour guide! Definitely worth taking this tour! We had the best time!!!!!
This tour was a great find in Messina and the surrounding areas! Chris was a fantastic tour guide and delivered so much information during our rides between Taormina, Castelmora, and the Basilica Cattedrale Santa Maria Asdunta. I have no idea Halle someone can have so much information! You have a great amount of free time in these spots and he provides a walking tour of the Basilica! We had a great ride in a new Mercedes tour van! Give this tour your time! You’ll love it.
Michele our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. We learned a lot of culture and history in a short period of time with him. I would recommend Michele for your tour guide.
Excellent trip excellent tour guide I mean it with every sense of the word will not be disappointed Michele (Mike) you were awesome . Till we meet again my friend Thank you for all the culture and beauty you made us see on this trip . Bravo Chris and Peter K.
Mike was an outstanding guide. He made us feel like family and had so many fun facts and stories to pass on. Amazing to up to see these cities built on the peaks
