Shore excursions from Taormina or Giardini Naxos port, private and exclusive tours to visit several places in Sicily.
Below follows a list of the most popular itinerary that can be customized in according to your needs.
MT. ETNA VOLCANO EASY TOUR
(duration 4/5 h)
Shore excursion from Giardini Naxos-Taormina port to visit the Mt. Etna volcano. Followed by our guide, discovery the unique nature and the history of this sicilian volcano, take a stop in a local villag and learn more about the local lifestyle. Enjoy a scenic driving, plenty of photo stops along the way up to the extinct craters (the famous “Silvestri Craters”), located at 2000 meters above the sea level, where we can take an easy walk around the crater and the recent lava flows, enjoying an amazing moon landscape.
MT. ETNA AND TAORMINA
(duration 7 h)
Shore excursion from Giardini Naxos-Taormina port to visit the Mt. Etna volcano and the charming town of Taormina. Takes the best of Sicily with this all in one tour, after the ride up to visit the Mt. Etna, we will take you to visit the most popular town of Sicily, Taormina. The old town lies in an elevated position of amazing, almost unique beauty, affording magnificent views combining sea and sky of a marvelous blue, miles of a curving coastline and picturesque mountain scenery, while the majestic pyramid of Mt. Etna on one side constitutes a scene of indescribable beauty.
THE GODFATHER TOUR, VISIT THE VILLAGES OF SAVOCA AND FORZA D’AGRO’
(duration 4/5 h)
Shore excursion from Giardini Naxos-Taormina port to visit the Sicilian scenes set of the popular movie “The Godfather”. Scenic driving along the coastline and throughout the countryside, with photo stops, reaching the town of Savoca.
We will then complete the tour to the village of Forza D’Agrò located on the lower peak of a small mountain, while on the higher peak that overlooks the town are the remains of Norman castle.
The visit of these places is very interesting, not only for the fans of the movie, but for every one who want to discover the genuine Sicily.
TAORMINA AND CASTELMOLA
(duration 3/4 h)
Shore excursion from Giardini Naxos port to Taormina, to visit the ancient Taurominum, the old town lies in an elevated position of amazing, almost unique beauty, affording magnificent views combining sea and sky of a marvelous blue, miles of a curving coastline and picturesque mountain scenery, while the majestic pyramid of Mt. Etna on one side constitutes a scene of indescribable beauty.
The tour include the visit of Castelmola, this medieval village occupying a strategic position above Taormina, fascinating narrows alleys around the little “Piazzetta del Duomo” and amazing view of the East coast from the north to the south. Strolling inside the picturesque streets, walls made of stone and earth, we can feel the genuine Sicilian life and enjoy the local tastes like the famous “almond wine”, the “Sicilian cannolo” or the typical “Arancino” local street food.
TAORMINA AND WINE EXPERIENCE
(duration 5/6 h)
Discover the best of Taormina and the Sicilian Wines, all in one excursion to enjoy a fully personalized sightseeing experience on this private tour.
Scenic driving from the port to the city center, we will take a stop at the Piazza Belvedere (panoramic point) where you will have a breathtaking view of “Isola Bella” (Beautiful Island Bay) and the Messina coastline, we will then take you at the entrance of the historical center where you enjoy landmarks like the Ancient Theatre of Taormina, to stroll along the Corso Umberto, admiring fountains, churches and soaking in the dramatic views.
You will complete the tour with an unforgettable experience in a renowned vineyard estate, located at the foot of the Mt. Etna, you will immerse yourself in a true Sicilian culture, from hospitality and cuisine to the intense aromas of the wines produced in this area. For centuries, the tradition of winemaking has been handed down from generation to generation, but the unique climate and the volcanic soil conditions determine the typicality of these grapes.
You will enjoy your wine tasting which includes a good selection of tasty ancient dishes taken from the tradition, accompanied by a selection of Sicilian wines.
MT. ETNA 4×4 TOUR (OFF-ROAD AND TREKKING)
(duration 6 h)
Shore excursion with departure from Giardini Naxos/Taormina port to Mt. Etna, with our guide, to understand the geology and the history of the Etna, the highest active Volcano in Europe.
Scenic driving from the beach level up to the extinct craters area at 2000 meters (7.000 ft.) above the sea level, on board of our comfortable 4WD vehicle, switching between regular road and short off road, to discover the unique nature of the Mt. Etna Volcano with the visit of the most important point of interest, such us a lava cave, the ancient caldera, the Etna forest and old lava flows, out of the usual bus mass trip.
We will reach the maximum altitude of 2.000 meters, where we can admire and take a guided trekking on the edge of the extinct craters and the recent lava flows, enjoying the unique moon landscape.
OPTION AVAILABLE WITH THIS TOUR:
a. ETNA EASY TOP @3000
Ascent to visit the summit area by cable car and/or special off road vehicles up to 3000 meters a.s.l. (10.000 ft)
MT. ETNA TOUR AND WINE EXPERIENCE
(duration 6/7 h)
Shore excursion to visit the best of Mt. Etna Volcano, scenic driving from the port going througt the mountain’s villages, up to the volcanic area at about 2000 meters (7000ft.) above the sea level, to visit some of the extinct craters and old lava flows. We will then continue the tour with an unforgettable experience, entering with you into the world of the Etna’s wines immersed in high ground vineyards and local flavors.
You will enjoy your wine tasting, which included a good selection of tasty ancient dishes take from the tradition, accompanied by a selection of 4 Etna’s wines.
