Top Taormina Day Trips

A very unique opportunity to visit the famous sites featured in the movie. We enjoyed our guide, Bruno, who was full of stories and knowledge about the history of the mafia in Sicily. Plus, we felt we were in good hands as he maneuvered the windy roads up and down the mountainside. Loved it!

We agreed with Salvo on an 8 am pick up from our hotel in catania. He was there a bit early do we got a head start. Salvo provided a good amount of historical facts about Sicily and the areas we visited. Our first stop was Noto. A very nice town where we had free time to wander around. Then on to Neapolis the ancient architectural park, and lastly the very interesting Siracusa. Salvo provided a perfect balance between explaining historical events and allowing free time to explore on our own including a nice lunch in Siracusa. Also we felt safe as he is a good driver and his late model Mercedes was comfortable immaculately clean. I recommend this tour.

I was a little concerned before the tour because the day-of ended up being quite hot and we had our 5-month old baby. Martino was our driver and he made it a 10/10 experience. He dropped us off in areas where we could minimize too much time in the direct heat and was very mindful of helping us feel comfortable and have what we needed. He really went above and beyond. Outside of that, the tour was great. Martino was a great driver, the car was clean and he gave us great information at each stop so we knew what to look for. He also was personable and enjoyable to spend the day with while we were driving. This is a great tour if you’re looking for a knowledgeable driver who will give you great information and then you do the actual exploring on your own and meet him back when you’re ready for the next stop. A great way to see these beautiful cities!!

Being driven around alone was worth it as the views are spectacular. We didn’t really get a background on the mafia but the tour itself was great. Our guide knew his stuff and was a clear fan of the movies. I would recommend to anyone, even those not in love with the Godfather.

The best tour with the most wonderful guide. We were staying a bit out of town for a pick up but our guide, Francesco, made sure we knew exactly where to go and updated us with the time on the morning of. He was enthusiastic and explained the plan for the day really clearly. The first half of the day was Etna, and he explained the options available to us on the day and that they weren’t included from the original tour as they might not always be possible with weather conditions. We opted for the hike which took us for an easy walk around the craters. Francesco gave us so much information and we stopped often for photos. I would really recommend the walk. There was an opportunity to purchase lunch before moving on to the next stop We then went to a small honey producer and sampled some local wines, olives and honeys. A short stop but allowed a toilet break and time to change into swimmers for the afternoon. We then went to the gorge and spent about 2 hours walking up the river and riding the water down. It was a bit cold but so much fun and you could decide how far to go up the river. This was definitely the highlight of the day. The place was spectacular and a cool off in the river was very welcome Thank you so much to Francesco for the highlight of our trip to Sicily! Please don’t think twice about booking this trip

Amazing Etna sunset experience tour with Itala 🤩 Itala is very passionate about Etna and the area, and you can feel and hear it - she knows a lot about the area and she generously shares her knowledge. The caves visit and local products tasting on the way to Etns was also very nice.

If you’re looking for the absolute best way to experience Mount Etna, book a private tour with Maximo. It was, without question, one of the highlights of our entire trip to Sicily. From the moment he picked us up, Maximo made us feel like we were exploring Sicily with a close friend. His English was flawless, his knowledge of the island was incredible, and he thoughtfully personalized every part of the day around our interests. Every stop felt authentic, unhurried, and perfectly planned. The highlight of the day was our visit to Azienda Agricola “La Vite” – F.lli Lizzio (Antichi Vini di Sicilia). Tucked away on the slopes of Mount Etna, it was one of the most enchanting vineyards we’ve ever visited. The panoramic views of the vineyards and volcano were absolutely breathtaking, the wines were exceptional, and the meal was one of the most delicious we enjoyed anywhere in Sicily. The warm hospitality from the Lizzio family made the experience feel incredibly special and unforgettable. (Città del Vino) This wasn’t just a tour—it was a perfectly curated Sicilian experience. Maximo’s attention to detail, genuine kindness, and passion for sharing his homeland created memories we’ll cherish forever. If you want to experience the real Sicily, beyond the typical tourist attractions, this is the tour to book. It was a perfect day from beginning to end, and we cannot recommend Maximo highly enough. Five stars simply aren’t enough!

I should start by saying that I'm not knowledgeable about opera. This was a perfect-length sampling of operatic songs sung by a duo. The performance was the right length, at around an hour and 15 minutes. The singers sounded good. I'd have preferred it slightly if all of the pieces were really popular. As it was, I recognized maybe half. At $36, I'm giving it 5 stars.