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This tour will allow you to discover the beauties of the city of Taormina and Messina and taste the flavors of Sicilian confectionery tradition through the tasting of the famous Sicilian cannolo. All accompanied by one of our drivers or hostess who will give you information on board the vehicle on what you visit, without invading your free time in Taormina where you can independently dedicate yourself to do what you like most shopping, photographs, visits to historical and cultural attractions.

The tour will be a private tour you will live the experience of knowing the most representative places of the Godfather Film, having in addition the possibility to visit Taormina the pearl of the Ionian coast of Sicily, all receiving information on the places you will visit in edge of a comfortable and elegant mini van.

The historic towns of Taormina and Castelmola are two of the most scenic in eastern Sicily, and with this private tour, you can visit both without the hassle of public transportation or the stress of navigating the island’s twisting roads. Take in the highlights of Taormina at your own pace and relax over lunch, then head to Castelmola to enjoy the sweeping views over the coastline from its medieval center.

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.

Visit two Sicilian towns in one day on this full-day tour from Palermo. Explore the hilltop town of Castelbuono, with its atmospheric medieval lanes and historic Castle of Ventimiglia. After a typical Sicilian lunch (own expense), continue to the seafront town of Cefalu, with its magnificent cathedral and beautiful sandy beach.

Tackle the scenic slopes of Mt. Etna with ease on this guided small-group e-bike tour across lava fields and thick oak forests of Europe’s largest active volcano. Explore areas of the UNESCO-listed park inaccessible to cars and learn about its geothermal history and activity as you pedal with your guide up to Rifugio Citelli at more than 5,700 feet (1,700 meters) above sea level.

Discover Palermo through its food and wine on this traditional tasting tour through the city with a small group. Led by a local guide, you'll visit hidden foodie spots you'd struggle to find on your own, stopping to sample Sicilian cheeses, bruschetta, charcuterie, and cacio all’argentiera. Pair each tasting with up to three local wines as you uncover the city’s culinary highlights and discover places you’d be unlikely to find alone.

Mount Etna is known for its dramatic volcanic landscapes and excellent local wines. Experience both with this tour that pairs a guided hike with a wine tasting at a traditional cellar. Follow your guide through lava flows and past extinct craters while you learn about the unique history and geology of Sicily's volcano. Afterwards, relax at a nearby winery while you sip Sicilian wines served with local specialities.

Explore Mt. Etna on a private tour with round-trip transport from your Messina port or accommodations. See the best views of the Sicilian countryside and visit secluded natural spots often missed by visitors. Enjoy a meal prepared with locally sourced ingredients paired with wines at a Messina vineyard for an authentic Italian experience.

Discover two of Palermo’s most distinctive landmarks on this immersive, private tour. Set off from your accommodation—hotel pickup and drop-off are included—and venture first to the Capuchin Catacombs: a macabre destination home to thousands of mummified bodies, many of them priests. Next, discover the UNESCO-listed Cathedral of Monreale, famous for its fusion of Norman and Arabic architecture. A break for Sicilian coffee and nibbles is also included. **ATTENTION: Due to renovation works throughout 2024, the cathedral (not the cloister) will only remain partially open to visitors.**

Sail through the ancient avenues of Catania on a memorable Segway adventure. Accompany a local guide through the UNESCO-designated city center, passing the Elephant Fountain, the vibrant Via Etnea street, and the Villa Bellini park. Take a moment to appreciate the 13th-century Castle Ursino and discover more about the city’s medieval past. Your journey will end at the same location where you started.

Palermo’s street food scene is one of the best in Italy, but only locals know where to find the best bites. On this private tour, sample specialties from local favorites as you stroll past the most famous sights in the Old Town. Take in storied churches, visit traditional markets, and see Italy’s largest opera house as you sip and snack your way through the city. Relish the flexibility to customize your itinerary according to your dietary requirements and tastes.

Starting from Messina we will visit one of the most beautiful villages in Italy (Savoca), famous for the film The Godfather (Frank Coppola), where you can visit the catacombs, the mother church and the historic Vitelli bar for 2 hours. Then we continue to discover Taormina, passing by the Ionian coast where beautiful views surround us, once in Taormina you will be waited for 2 hours where you can visit the historic centre, the Greek-Roman theatre, the shops with the best designer labels and taste the typical products Sicilians. Before returning to Messina, we will stop for 15 minutes to admire the view of Isola Bella (Taormina sea) and take enchanting photos. Upon returning to the city of Messina, there will be a small tour of the city of the Strait of Messina.

Go off the beaten path in the old town center of Syracuse with this small-group walking tour. See the town’s top landmarks, including the Apollo Temple and Cathedral Square, plus the quiet lanes of the Jewish Quarter. Learn about Syracuse’s history while admiring the Fountain of Aretusa and the vibrant fish and fruit markets.

DESCRIPTION: The following exclusive boat excursion of the entire island of Ortigia will allow you to admire the Duomo, the church of Santa Lucia, the Venetian Palace, the Umberto I Bridge, the small port, the former Bourbon prison, the Spanish Walls, the Lungomare di Levante, Fort Vigliena, the Maniace Castle, the Fonte Aretusa, the Lungomare Alfeo and the Porta Marina. We will continue with the exploration of the sea caves to admire the formations of coral, stalactites and stalagmites. This tour includes a welcoming of prosecco, followed by a toast with white and red wine, a stop for a swim in the crystal clear waters of this coast and an accurate guided tour pertaining to the different ethnicity of our guests

Take advantage of your cruise stop in Messina to explore the seaside resort town of Taormina and the highlights of Messina in this half-day tour. Visit the sunny beaches or charming shopping streets of Taormina before marveling at its ancient Greek Theater. Stop at the Messina Cathedral and a particularly stunning viewpoint over the port city. Immerse yourself in two beautiful Sicilian towns in one combination tour.

Get to know Syracuse through its food, on a tasting tour through Ortygia. With a local as your guide, you’ll walk amid the monuments of the old town, stopping to visit the beloved Ortigia market, and tasting authentic Sicilian fare along the way. Nice touch: Numbers are capped at just 12 people per group, for a more intimate and sociable experience.

The tour will take you to discover the most significant and suggestive places of our volcano, retracing its geological history in a landscape, cultural and enogastronomic key

Trekking in small groups Ascent by off-road vehicles along the panoramic northern slope up to 2,825 meters. From there, the hike continues on foot through volcanic scoria and lava bombs, with a 500-meter elevation gain, reaching the rim of the Central Crater at 3,380 meters. After a stop at the summit to observe the volcanic landscape, the descent is on foot down to 1,800 meters (approx. 7 km), crossing large gullies filled with soft volcanic sand. Main data: • Total distance (round trip): 12 km • Maximum altitude: 3,380 m • Minimum altitude: 1,800 m • Ascent: +500 m • Descent: -1,580 m (the long downhill section may be more demanding than the climb) • Difficulty: Suitable only for experienced hikers Note: Participants who decide during the excursion to return by bus from 2,850 m to 1,800 m must pay €70 instead of €50.

Discover the crystal clear waters of Palermo on a boat tour, exploring caves and coves accessible only by sea. Navigate to the Capo Gallo Nature Reserve, stopping for 4 bathing stops in the most suggestive spots. Snorkel in the Gulf of Mondello or relax in the sun with music on board, while enjoying an aperitif. The boat offers comfort with large sunbathing areas and interiors with bathrooms. For an exclusive experience, you can request tours to elite destinations such as San Vito Lo Capo and the Aeolian Islands, with a dedicated crew ready to fulfill your every wish. - Boat tour along the coast of Palermo - 4 bathroom stops in the most beautiful places of the Nature Reserve - Snorkeling option in the Gulf of Mondello - Possibility of exclusive tours to San Vito Lo Capo and the Aeolian Islands

The tour takes place aboard one of the typical "Ape Calessino" which can carry max. 4 people. The 2-hour tour includes a visit to the city of Syracuse with a passage to the church of Santa Lucia where the painting by Caravaggio is located, you can take pictures in the most beautiful monuments and then go to discover the magical island of Ortigia where you will stop at the most important points and where you will see the most important monuments. In our multilingual driver will enrich your tour with short stories.

Relax in the sun with this excursion to two of the most beautiful spots in all of Sicily. Travel just over an hour to the Zingaro Reserve and enjoy stunning views of white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and dramatic cliffs and caves. Get the chance to lunch on traditional treats like cunzato bread, arancini, and panelle. Explore the charming town of San Vito Lo Capo before your return to Palermo.

Trade Sicily's mainland for an island-hopping adventure, and leave the planning to someone else, on this full-day getaway to the Egadi Islands. After boarding your boat in the morning, set off for Favignana, home to sandy beaches, sea caves, and idyllic snorkeling spots. Pause to savor an aperitif and lunch on board; then, continue to Levanzo, which boasts hidden beaches, dramatic cliffs, and other postcard-worthy scenery.

Tour suitable for cruise passengers arriving at the ports of the Ionian coast, allows you to visit the most interesting places from a landscape and cultural point of view, you will be picked up at the place of departure indicated by you and brought back within the time you set, you can ask your driver the possibility of a longer stop in one of the places you visited for a possible lunch in a restaurant, our staff will be happy to advise you and satisfy your every need.