Taormina & Castelmola With Lunch

Taormina & Castelmola With Lunch

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About This Experience in Sicily

This is one of our day trips from Messina port. The tour starts with a visit to Castelmola Sicily, a picturesque village just above Taormina. Here you can enjoy a beautiful landscape, with a wonderful terrace overlooking Mount Etna, the highest volcano in Europe, and the magnificent bay of Giardini Naxos, the first Greek colony in Sicily. After a stroll in the medieval village of Castelmola Sicily, we will get to the beautiful Taormina. We will go along Corso Umberto, the ancient Roman Street Valeria. You can enjoy typical things to do in Taormina: the historic center with a tour guide or on your own, the Greek-roman theatre (the ancient theatre of Taormina, optional), the old churches and monuments, the most exclusive shops, the pastries, and ice cream shops to taste local products and treats. This Taormina excursion also includes lunch in one of the typical restaurants, to try the specialties of Sicilian cooking.

Why Visit Sicily?

Sicily, Italy offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Sicily provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Sicily

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What's Included

  • Local guide
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Driver/ Guide
  • Live commentary on board

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities
  • Entrance ticket to the Greek Roman theatre

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

The Virgin of Letter

FOR GUESTS WHO ARE NOT CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS: The meeting point at our office DISCOVER MESSINA SICILY, located in Via I Settembre, 110, 45 minutes before the tour.

End Point

Piazza Duomo

FOR GUESTS WHO ARE NOT CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS: The meeting point at our office DISCOVER MESSINA SICILY, located in Via I Settembre, 110, 45 minutes before the tour.

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point

Pickup Time: 45 minutes before departure

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

The Virgin of Letter is the Patron Saint of Messina

The Virgin of Letter is the Patron Saint of Messina.

This fountain represents the God of the seas: Neptune

This fountain represents the God of the seas: Neptune.

It is an impressive temple, the second in size for the churches of Messina

An ancient and beautiful village situated on the top of Taormina 1 hour

An ancient and beautiful village situated on the top of Taormina.

One of the two gateway of Taormina

One of the two gateway of Taormina. Called in this way because is situated in front of Catania.

The Cathedral Fortress, as the Cathedral of Taormina... 15 minutes

The Cathedral Fortress, as the Cathedral of Taormina was defined, was built around 1400 on the ruins of a small church from the Middle Ages and dedicated to San Nicola di Bari.

Together with the third wall, whose remains are...

Together with the third wall, whose remains are still visible on the right side up to the castle, it delimited the part of the city defined as 'fifteenth-century village'.

Piazza IX Aprile is Taormina's most elegant "living room"

Piazza IX Aprile is Taormina's most elegant "living room". Characteristic are the outdoor bars and artists who paint portraits and landscapes.

The second gateway of Taormina and in front...

The second gateway of Taormina and in front of it you can see the city of Messina.

Piazza Duomo is situated in the historical centre...

Piazza Duomo is situated in the historical centre of Taormina and is the meeting point from where the visit of Corso Umberto I, the main street, starts

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