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Taormina & Savoca

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From the port of messina, code : me06, type : private tours.

Duration : 8 Hours

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Our private shore excursion from Messina to Taormina and Savoca is an immersion in Sicily's most charming places and the stunning Ionian coastline. Taormina today is synonymous with sophistication and elegance, but its uniquely-Sicilian vibe can still be felt everywhere, most notably in the jaw-dropping Greek Theatre dating back to the 3rd Century BCE. In Savoca, one of "The Godfather" villages, you will step back in time to a slower, simpler way of living in addition to seeing the most iconic filming locations from Francis Ford Coppola's cinematic masterpieces.

Features of this day trip to Taormina & Savoca :

• Pickup at the cruise terminal
• A relaxed-pace excursion with reasonable driving times (60-minutes to Taormina, the furthest point)
• An air-conditioned vehicle with a professional, English-speaking driver
• Taormina: ancient history, spectacular ruins, amazing panoramas, captivating architecture, beautiful boutiques
• Savoca: genuine small-town Italy, breathtaking views, famous filming locations from "The Godfather"
• Drop off at the ship

Taormina is one of Sicily's loveliest villages and a VIP seaside destination. 

The Greeks inhabited this part of Italy almost eight centuries before Christ, and their flair for building public structures in spectacular locations is still on full display in Taormina, where the Greek Theatre sits on a promontory with the shimmering Ionian Sea and Mt. Etna as a backdrop. Nowadays, Taormina is a world-famous international resort thanks to its intimate atmosphere, natural beauty, great climate, rich culture, varied architecture, and ancient history.

One of the most celebrated ruins in Sicily, the amphitheatre built by the Ancient Greeks and enlarged by the Romans is the archeological attraction in Taormina.  Even if you don’t care about ruins you will be wowed by the stunning coastal view with Mount Etna rising in the distance. Palazzo Corvaja is another interesting architectural point of interest. The most important medieval mansion in the city, it is a mixture of Arab, Gothic and Norman influences , and houses a museum of Sicilian arts and crafts.

On Corso Umberto , chic boutiques are complemented by handsome buildings, vine-covered balconies, and groovy places to sit and enjoy a beverage. On the giant checkerboard of Piazza IX Aprile , you will surely be wowed by the gorgeous panoramas and the mix of natural and man-made beauty that surrounds Taormina's main square.

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The Medieval hamlet of Savoca , nestled in the hills above the Ionian Sea, is not only picturesque but also contains many points of interest in addition to the ones made famous by The Godfather .

The most iconic of The Godfather filming locations is, without a doubt, Bar Vitelli . This classic Italian cafè, where Michael Corleone first meets his future father-in-law after being smitten by Apollonia, is located right at the entrance to the village. Inside the bar, or on the patio framed by vines, enjoy a lemon granita while you peruse the collection of local artisans' tools and photographs taken when Francis Ford Coppola was filming.

The granita will give you a boost of energy you'll need for walking around the village (mostly uphill).  You will pass by several very old churches, most notably the church of San Nicolò , where Michael and Apollonia were married. 

Other interesting sites include the remains of Pentefur Castle , where you can take in magnificent views of the valley, and the Capuchin Convent , where mummies (really!) of prominent former citizens are at rest in the crypt.

• Air-conditioned vehicle for your group only
• Professional, English-speaking driver*
• Live commentaries and explanations on-board
• Flexible itinerary
• Gas/tolls/parking fees  

Not included:

• Optional guide
• Optional skip-the-line tickets

*What to expect from your driver on a private day trip or shore excursion: Our drivers will share with you the facts and history of the places and monuments you will be seeing from inside the vehicle. Note that drivers in Italy are not permitted to share information once you have exited the vehicle, nor can they accompany you on foot. You will have the opportunity to stop in each area listed on the itinerary to explore on your own. We can arrange a private guide for you if you wish to be accompanied inside churches, archeological sites, and other points of interest (additional expense; refer to the Optional Items section, if present, or contact us for details).

• The order of the sights visited may vary according to local conditions and opening hours.
• Steep grades in Savoca.
• Your driver will be waiting for you at the ship in an area designated for private drivers, holding a sign with your name on it.

Is this tour private?

Yes, the excursion is for your group only. If you wish to join a shared tour to lower your costs, please ask about our small group shared excursions.

Is the driver also a guide?

Kindly note that our drivers are NOT licensed guides. Our drivers will share with you the facts and history of the places and monuments you will be seeing from inside the vehicle. Drivers in Italy are not permitted to share information once you have exited the vehicle, nor can they accompany you on foot. You will have the opportunity to stop in each area listed on the itinerary to explore on your own. We can arrange a private guide for you if you wish to be accompanied inside churches, archeological sites, and other points of interest.

Does this tour include lunch and admission fees to sites?

No. Lunch, admission fees, and gratuities are not included in the rate.

What is the duration?

Up to 8 hours. No reductions in the rate will be given should you wish to shorten the service.

Do you guarantee timely return to the ship?

In over 35 years of business, we have never caused a client to miss the boat. We have organized all itineraries to guarantee your return to the ship on time.

There will be a full charge made to your credit card for no-shows and bookings canceled with less than 72 hours notice, including the cost of any pre-purchased tickets. Pre-purchased tickets are not refundable under any circumstances.   Please keep us apprised of any problems or changes during your travels (flight delays and changes, missed connections, port changes, etc.) and we will do our best to adapt. If you are on a cruise ship and it does not come into port, your service will be annulled and no penalty will apply (with the exception of skip-the-line tickets; you will owe us for any entrance fees we have pre-paid on your behalf, regardless of circumstances.)

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We do more than take you from point A to point B − we’ll embark on a journey together to discover the very best of Sicily. We’re passionate about providing professional car services and redefining the real value of luxury travel. We promise to make every trip an unforgettable one.

It is hard to detail the incredible experience I had in Sicily. I traveled there due to the myriad of historical and archaeological sites and expected to visit many of them. But I was truly amazed at the quality of the trip, based on one person, my tour guide, Paolo Gallo. Paolo an owner of Sunny Sicily was so well versed in Sicilian history, gastronomy, archaeology, sociology, viniculture and politics of the region that every trip in his Mercedes van was an independent education. I truly understood the sites I visited, the foods I ate, the wines I drank and a general overview of Sicily an under rated and poorly understood region of Italy. It was a fascinating trip because Paolo truly loves his homeland and expressed his vast knowledge in perfect English. I felt totally safe and looked forward to this charming tour guide every day of my trip. Sicily is a fantastic place to visit... I am looking forward to a return trip with my husband and to again visit it with Paolo, Sicily's finest ambassador.

Angela who books the trips is lovely to work with and our guide for our day trip to Siracusa and Noto from Taormina was Sebastien. He was not only an excellent driver with a beautiful Mercedes, he was full of knowledge and enthusiasm for the sights which we saw. Noto is a gem, a world UNESCO site and full of wonderful baroque architecture. Siracusa has the amazing archaeological park.... well worth visiting. Sebastien was extremely generous with his time, we never felt rushed. We were able to relax while he negotiated traffic, parking etc. and we hope to next year, do another tour with this excellent company. Thanks so much!

My family of five just experienced the best of Sicily in the amazing hands of Patrick Gallo. We have traveled to Italy a number of times but we have never had a driver, but for this trip we wanted to see all the sights. Patrick was so kind, informative, funny and smart. He shared his passion and love of the island with us and we are all in a post-vacation funk because it was all too good to be true.

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The S-Class is in a class of its own in terms of space and luxury but also for cutting-edge technology that pushes the driving experience and comfort to new levels. It’s astonishingly smooth and quiet: a truly luxurious limousine for comfortable day trips and transfers.

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A step above the usual crop of people carriers, the V-Class offers masses of space mixed with high-end saloon car luxury. It is roomy, with two vast electric-sliding doors and big enough to swallow several large suitcases. Ideal for Sicily private day tours with dedicated driver.

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OUR SHORE EXCURSIONS

We offer private shore excursions from Messina cruise port to the most amazing and unmissable destinations: Taormin a, Savoca, Etna and many others. Our service consists in having a professional driver and a  comfortable vehicle picking you up at your cruise port at your most convenient time. Once at destination, you will have free time to enjoy your visit in  full autonomy  and  flexibility . Being a private service, it is possible to customize your trip according to your needs and requirements. At the end of your day trip, our drivers will take you back to your ship at an agreed time. On request, it is possible to have a tour guide.

TAORMINA SHORE EXCURSION

• Private driver and vehicle
• Meet & Greet at your cruise port at your most preferred time
• Drop off at the historical centre of Taormina
• Free time to explore the pearl of Mediterranean 
• Transfer back to your cruise ship at an agreed time.

TAORMINA & CASTELMOLA SHORE EXCURSION

• 1 hour stop in Castelmola, one of the most beautiful medieval villages in Italy. 
• Drop off at the historical centre of Taormina  with f ree time to explore.

TAORMINA & THE GODFATHER PLACES SHORE EXCURSION

• 1 hour stop in Savoca, a charming medieval village known for being the set of the famous film of Francis Ford Coppola “ The Godfather “.  
• Drop off at the historical centre of Taormina with free time to explore 

TAORMINA & ETNA SHORE EXCURSION

• Transfer to Etna northen side (1810mt) where you will have free time for an easy trekking between Piano Provenzana and Crateri Sartorius . 
• Drop off at the historical centre of Taormina 

TAORMINA & ALCANTARA GORGES SHORE EXCURSION

• Transfer to the Alcantara Gorges , real canyons made of black lava walls up to 50 meters high, in the typical shape of a prism that the rocks have taken during the cooling process. 
• Drop off at the historical centre of  Taormina 

TAORMINA & BOAT TRIP SHORE EXCURSION

• Transfer to Giardini Naxos , the first Greek colony in Sicily.
•  2 hours boat trip along the beautiful bay of Giardini and Taormina with a stop for a dip and a refreshment with almond paste and sparkling wine.

ETNA & WINE TASTING SHORE EXCURSION

• Transfer to Etna northen side (1810mt) where you will have free time for an easy trekking between Piano Provenzana and Crateri Sartorius .
• Winery tour, guided wine tasting and light lunch in a beautiful local vineyard 

TAORMINA & WINE TASTING SHORE EXCURSION

• Transfer to a vineyard located on Etna northern slope
• Winery tour, guided wine tasting and light lunch 

THE GODFATHER PLACES SHORE EXCURSION

• Free time in Forza d’Agrò and Savoca, two charming medieval villages  known for being the set of the famous film of Francis Ford Coppola “ The Godfather “

TAORMINA & MESSINA DOM SHORE EXCURSION

• Transfer to the historical centre of Taormina 
• Free time to explore the pearl of Mediterranean
• Short stop to visit the beautiful Norman cathedral of Messina and its impressive astronomical clock

helycopter tour & taormina SHORE EXCURSION

• Transfer to the helipad for a Etna volcano’s summit craters aerial tour (30 minutes) or Etna & Taormina aerial tour (35 minutes)

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• Transfer to a beautiful vineyard located on Etna northern slope
• Winery tour, wine tasting and light lunch

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