Messina Tour Taormina, Isola Bella beach with cannoli or granita

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Sicily, Italy

6 to 7 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

In a place as rich with history and culinary delights as Sicily, it can be tricky to know where to start exploring. Instead of limiting yourself to just one spot, this private tour takes you around three: Messina, Taormina, and Isola Bella beach. On top of that, your guide shares their insider knowledge on the best spots for snacking like a local on food such as arancino, granita, or cannoli.

Go private and enjoy your guide’s full attention
Don’t worry about language barriers—the tour is offered in five
Stay connected with in-car Wi-Fi
Keep your energy up with complimentary refreshments

What's Included

WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private transportation
Bottled water
Coffee and/or Tea
Snacks
Soda/Pop

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

The contact method can be via WhatsApp, telephone or email.

Meeting point

Messina Passenger Terminal
Via Vittorio Emanuele II, 96, 98122 Messina ME, Italy
The meeting point coincides with the port. You will find me as soon as you get off the ship.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

04/06/2024 - 10/13/2027
Monday - Sunday : 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Itinerary

Taormina

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Isola Bella

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Messina

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 29 reviews

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Best of Sicily

Anthony_S, Aug 2026

Our driver couldn’t have been better. He was a true local that took time to introduce us to his favorite spots for granita and cannoli. Taormina may be the most beautiful town on earth. The town was clean and posh. Felt like shopping on the Sicilian Rodeo Dr, then Isola Bella beach was breathtaking. The beach was crowded and rocky so have water shoes and rent an umbrella to stay comfortably.

Response from Host, Aug 2026

Thank you

If you judged Sicily...

Michael_M, Jul 2025

If you judged Sicily based upon the view from your cruise ship, you would miss all of the beauty that the island had to offer. Termina was absolutely gorgeous, and the views were unlike anything we saw. Make sure to stop and eat Cristina’s. Can’t remember name of the place but when you’re walking through the town they have a chocolate and pistachio shop that you need to stop at. The lemon cello and pesto were the best we have had. When you go to the beach make sure you bring some water shoes unless you want a DEEEEEP tissues massage on the bottom of your feet.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you

A beautiful day in Sicily! Thank you Angelo and Aurora!

Robin_S, Jul 2025

Angelo and Aurora helped us have a fabulous day in Sicily! Communication about arrival and pickup was clear. They were on time. The vehicle was roomy and air conditioned! Cold water provided throughout the day. We got some good information about the area, stopped at some beautiful spots and they got some group photos of us. We had time to explore Taormina on our own. We then got dropped off at Isola Bella Beach. WORD OF CAUTION- the steps going down and back up are brutal and you need some type of water shoes to walk on the shore and in the water! No sand here! There were so many people that we did not even stay! An umbrella was provided by Angelo but we could not even get it in the rocky ground to stand up! We went back to Messina and hit some highlights there, tasted some Granita and then returned to ship. I highly recommend Angelo and Aurora! Thank you for showing us your beautiful city!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

thank you

Family Trip

Joe_M, Jul 2025

Great experience. This trip gives you a beautiful view of the coast line and incredible architectural structures of Taormina. Swimming in the sea is very refreshing. Great communication with driver and details.