Sicily Tours - page 4

The tour departs from the cruise terminal towards Castelmola (approximately 45 minutes by road). Castelmola is a small village on the top of Taormina with a wonderful view of Mount Etna. After about an hour we move to Taormina, one of the most beautiful cities in Italy, reachable only on foot and full of shops and restaurants. After about 2 or 3 hours we return to Messina, but not before a nice panoramic tour of Isola Bella. As a last stop, we will visit the Sanctuary of Christ the King, a panoramic point over the Strait of Messina, and the Duomo cathedral, where you can admire the largest astronomical clock in Europe. The timetable is designed to make the most of your time in Sicily and to be perfectly on time with the cruise ship.

FEW HRS IN MESSINA? THAT'S THE BEST TOUR FOR YOU. A PERFECT COMBINATION OF LANSCAPES, HISTORY, ARCAEOLOGY AND SPECTACULAR SCENARIES

Sicily is home to some of the most spectacular Greek and Roman archaeological sites in Italy, but visiting on your own means navigating the island’s confusing rural roads. With this tour, reach Villa Romana Del Casale in Piazza Armerina and the Valley of Temples in Agrigento with a private driver for a stress-free jaunt through ancient history, taking in these remarkable ruins at your own pace.

Discover the best of Taormina, all in one excursion—and enjoy a fully personalized sightseeing experience—on this private walking tour. Pick your own start time, meet your guide in the city center, and set off on foot. You can look forward to seeing landmarks like the Ancient Theatre of Taormina, strolling the Corso Umberto, admiring fountains and churches, and soaking in the dramatic views, all while learning about the city’s history.

Explore Palermo’s key sights on foot on this walking tour of the Sicilian capital. Meet your guide in a convenient location in central Palermo, and set off. Visit popular landmarks ranging from the Palermo Cathedral and Palazzo Pretorio to the Massimo Theater. Learn about the city’s long entanglement with the mafia, and meet the shopkeepers and other individuals who have pioneered a local anti-mafia movement.

An unforgettable excursion: ascent by cable car and jeep up to 2850m (tickets not included, €45 per person to be purchased the same morning as the excursion at the meeting point). The walking route begins from here, a fascinating stop will be on some extinct craters, eruptive vents and lava fractures. We will continue up to the Barbagallo craters at 3000 meters. From here you can observe the majestic Summit Craters and admire recent lava flows (01-12-2023), until you reach the inside of a lava flow channel. We will visit the effusive vent of the 2002 eruption and from here we will descend along the sandy slopes to Montagnola from where we will observe the Valle del Bove, a large volcano-tectonic depression. Breathtaking panorama that gives visitors a feeling of arcane power that few other places in the world can convey. The return by cable car allows you to take a last look at this enchanting lunar landscape, for a total of 4 hours of walking

Experience Sicily through the eyes of The Godfather on a private tour with stops at the movie’s iconic film locations, from the Church of Santa Lucia to Forza D’Agro. In addition to navigating for you, your guide provides snacks, drinks, admission tickets whenever necessary, and a wealth of stories often unheard by visitors. Upgrade to include lunch and/or dinner at a classic Sicilian restaurant.

Visit key spots from The Godfather trilogy on this tour from Catania. Explore the medieval town of Savoca, home to the church where Michael Corleone married Apollonia. Try traditional foods in Forza d'Agrò and visit the impressive Castello degli Schiavi. Get a taste of movie history as you spend the day in these scenic villages.

Get between Catania and Taormina with ease by pre-booking this private transfer. Meet your driver at your accommodation in either city and enjoy a comfortable transfer to your next destination. If you’d like to see more of Sicily along the way, you can add additional stops such as Mount Etna, the Cyclops Riviera, or a city tour of Catania.

Make the most of your time docked in Messina with this small-group shore excursion that can fit more stops in one day than a large coach tour. Explore the town of Savoca, setting of The Godfather films, before moving on to Taormina. Take in the Greek Theater, browse the shops along Corso Umberto, and soak in views overlooking the coastline before ending with a stop at the UNESCO-listed Isolabella marine reserve.

Thanks to this cooking lesson in a small group, you will have the opportunity to learn some of the recipes of the traditional Sicilian cuisine with a professional chef, visiting a picturesque market of Palermo, one of the most beautiful cities in Sicily. You will have the opportunity to personally buy local products, chosen according to the season, which will allow you to make some of the dishes of the tradition of Palermo. Together with your personal chef, you will feel Sicilian food expert for a moment! You will be introduced to the flavors of Sicily, learning how to choose and distinguish fresh ingredients, that you will use during your cooking class. During you cooking class in Palermo, you will prepare a 3 course meal and you will end by savoring the dishes that you have prepared with your own hands. Get your recipe booklet and be ready to surprise your friends with Sicilian recipes back home!

Love for our land is the soul of our work. Our tours include the most suggestive places in Sicily. We will show you the beauty of the best places that boast the most suggestive and spectacular locations… You will spend whole days of adventure, relaxation and fun among history, culture and the scents of tradition for an incredibly unique journey!

Scale the slopes of Italy’s famously active Mt Etna on this full-day 4x4 tour from Taormina. Travel up rugged mountain tracks in an off-road vehicle and trek by foot to a stellar lookout point with views of lava flow basins and cave tubes created by the 2002 eruption. After descending from the volcano, head to a local place for a typical Sicilian lunch of cheeses, cured meats, pasta and dessert served with wine.

Discover the origins of The Godfather during this day-long tour of Sicily. Taking in sites linked to both real-life mafia events and sites based on the Francis Ford Coppola movies, the tour gives you the lowdown on Sicily’s gangster history. Visit the site of the Portella della Ginestra massacre, sample traditional Sicilian cannoli, and explore the village of Corleone as tales of Don Vito Corleone ring in your ears.

Leave the navigating to your driver and explore the history and architecture of Sicily with this full-day tour. See several popular landmarks in one day, including the Greek ruins of Agrigento and the Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina. This small group tour through the Valley of the Temples offers an intimate atmosphere.

Spend half a day on the boat, visit all the Bays and Caves, customize your tour as you see fit. A complete experience full of adventures. This is a half-day boat tour in which we will sail along the coast of Taormina and Giardini Naxos, which offer a scenario of incomparable beauty that is characterized by a succession of small beaches, bays and suggestive caves set in the rocky walls. During the navigation there are some stops in the best bays to admire the splendid panorama, relax in the sun, listen to good music or go snorkelling with the equipment included on board. Enjoy the fascinating tales of myths and legends that most characterize our Earth. An experience in which you can enjoy an aperitif based on local products prepared by your captain: different types of appetizers accompanied by: Prosecco, local wine, beer, soft drinks and water.

Sicily’s small towns bring sea views, medieval and ancient history, and vibrant culture. This full-day tour visits the towns of Taormina, Savoca, and Castelmola in a small group setting. Your first stop is medieval Savoca and its Bar Vitelli, where scenes from The Godfather were filmed. Next, you’ll explore the terraced seaside town of Taormina, followed by the mountaintop town of Castelmola.

Explore the deep historical roots of Sicily on this private tour. Spend four to five hours touring monuments and landmarks in Syracuse and learning about their fascinating past. See spots that were important in classical Greek and Roman times, and take a walking tour of Ortigia, the center of Syracuse. If you have selected that option, a visit to a top restaurant completes the tour with a tasting of local wines and food.

Discover Etna and the Alcantara Gorges! The perfect mix of adventure and refreshing relax! The excursion begins by SUV or minivan (up to 8 people), together with our experienced guides. Our first stop is an off-road trip to the 2002 eruption lava fron. Continuing along the Via Mareneve, in the middle of the Ragabo pine forest, we will arrive at the starting point of our trekking to the Monti Sartorius craters. We will continue on foot, starting at 1650 metres and arriving at an altitude of 1750 metres, an easy walk suitable for everyone. We will then explore a lava flow cave, the Grotta dei Ladroni, equipped with helmets and torches. We will stop at a local chalet or restaurant for lunch (included in the price: a first course, drink and coffee). After lunch, we will reach the characteristic Alcantara Gorges, also known as the Larderia Gorges. A refreshing and relaxing visit to a wonderful place. You can cool off in the Alcantara river in the middle of the canyon of the Gorges!

We will start from the bridges of Ortigia and enter the "great port" of Syracuse and the beautiful alfeo seafront of Ortigia. Next we will leave the port to circumnavigate around the island and admire the monuments located along the coast. We will leave Ortigia to head towards the coast north of Syracuse to go and see the beautiful sea caves. We will then return from the "small port" to navigate the Ortigia channel that divides the island from the city and we will pass under the bridges to return to the starting point. the visit is guided and a historical and geographical explanation is provided. In addition, it is possible to stop for a swim. The tour lasts about 1 hour and 10/20 minutes.

Explore the crystal clear waters of Palermo starting from Marina Yachting at 09:30. The first stop is at Vergine Maria beach for snorkeling and photos. Mondello Beach, the second stop, offers Aperol Spritz for adults and Coca Cola for children, with local specialties such as sfincione, arancine, panelle and crocchè. The third stop is Capogallo, a nature reserve for photos and snorkeling. At the Isola delle Femmine, fourth stop, take photos of the ancient women's prison, snorkel and have a baked pasta lunch. The fifth stop is at the Grotta della Regina for the last swim and enjoy Sicilian cannoli from our captain. Vegan/gluten-free options upon request within 24 hours. Included: rich aperitif, water, Sicilian cannoli, snorkeling equipment (underwater scooters, noodles, masks). On board, extra menu with wine, beer, prosecco. Stops vary for safety. Return at 4pm. The captain will choose between the two boats available based on the number of participants

Private Tour from Taormina by comfortable car or minivan with personal guide/driver to Savoca, the must-see Sicilian hill town world-known thanks to F.F. Coppola, who filmed his legendary "The Godfather" here. Learn about the filming process and interesting trivia, learn the real Sicilian Mafia story, its structure, rise and development, and anti-Mafia fight. Later, descend to the Mediterranean sea and have a boat tour (NOT Private boat tour) of Taomina coastline and Isola Bella. This is a unique experience to admire the beauty of Taormina coastline, Isola Bella, Blue Grotto, Cave of Love, the Rock of the Prickley Pears and Mt. Etna from the Sea! The boat tour is about 2 hours. If You want private boat tour please write to us. During the tour will have a traditional lunch (cured meat, cheese, dried tomatoes, olives, caponata, parmigiana, norma pasta, lemon sorbet, local wine). Ther'is a option with pick-up from Messina.

This experience includes visiting the Baroque cities. The tour lasts 8 hours and includes transport only, you will have approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to visit each city. You will meet your driver in Syracuse and begin the tour with a visit to the splendid baroque city of Noto. At the end of the visit, among breathtaking landscapes made up of large canyons, very steep cliffs and wooded areas of olive and carob groves, you will continue towards Ragusa Ibla where you will have some free time to visit this splendid village. As a last stop you will go to Modica where you can discover the chocolate laboratories and do some shopping.