Overview
Taormina, Savoca and Castelmola: visit the beauties of these three famous towns in Sicily, starting from “The Godfather” scenery!
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Round-trip shared transfer
Driver
Snack with typical Sicilian street food, water and Etna wine.
Surcharges on fuel
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Hotel pickup and drop-off or meeting point close to your accommodation
Touristic guide
Biglietti di ingresso
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Dress code is smart casual
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time
What to expect
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Savoca
1 hour
Our first town of the one day tour will be Savoca, a characteristic medieval town. We will visit one of the fascinating catacombs of the Cappuccini Convent which hosts the mummified bodies of monks and nobles from Savoca.The bar Vitelli is the highlight of the tour: become famous in the scenes of the film The Godfather, here you can taste a delicious Sicilian granita and look at the photos taken during the shooting of the film.
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Taormina
2 hours
Our second town will be the majestic Taormina. You can here visit the Greek Theatre (ticket is not included in the price), one of the major Ancient sites in Sicily, which offers a unique panoramic view of the sea and Mount Etna. Walking along Corso Umberto, you can visit the Cathedral and enjoy the stunning view of Capo Taormina bay.Here in Taormina you will enjoy a free Sicilian snack: delicious tasting of products typical from Sicilian culinary tradition as the famous “tavola calda – hot table“. You will eat different arancini, pizza, calzoni, with Sicilian Doc wine.
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Castelmola
2 hours
Next stop will be in Castelmola, a characteristic medieval suburb suspended between the sky and the sea. Castelmola is considered a big balcony on Taormina, also here you will enjoy a fantastic view of Etna on one side and the Ionian sea on the other. From the square Sant’Antonio begin our walk in the alleys. Around the small streets it’s possible to see small shops that sell souvenirs, laces and embroideries made by locals women. Finally the last stop in Castelmola is the visit of the “Bar Turrisi”, a very typical bar for a good coffee or a tasting of almond wine, typical Sicilian dessert wine.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- Our driver guide is not a touristic guide, so he cannot enter inside the historical places. He will give you information during the trip on the vehicle, before you will go inside. A paper guide will be provided to be used inside the archeological areas.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Taormina, Savoca and Castelmola one day tour small group
Can I cancel Taormina, Savoca and Castelmola one day tour small group for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Round-trip shared transfer
- Driver
- Snack with typical Sicilian street food, water and Etna wine.
- Surcharges on fuel
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Hotel pickup and drop-off or meeting point close to your accommodation
What's not included?
- Touristic guide
- Biglietti di ingresso
Which places does it visit?
It visits Savoca, Taormina, Castelmola.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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