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Private Tour of Taormina and Castelmola from Catania

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Messina has 129 activities, tours and day trips you can book online. Among the most booked: « Taormina and Castelmola Tour from Messina », « Etna and Wine an experience between nature and aromas with taste. », « Etna Jeep OffRoad Tour: Lava Flows,Etna Wines,Lunch at 6,561 ft ».

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Private Tour of Taormina and Castelmola from Catania

5.0(11)· Messine· By Sicily Best Tour Watch the video

Duration

6 h

Language

English, Italian, Spanish

Guidance

Guide

Group

Private activity

Booking

Instant confirmation

Lead time

Book up to 12 h before departure

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Tickets

One per booking

Cancellation

Free cancellation available

From 200 € per person

1 to 15 travelers per booking.

1 × Adult × 200 €200 €
Total200 €

Overview

This private excursion from Catania takes you to discover Taormina and Castelmola. You will travel in an air-conditioned minibus with a guide speaking English, Italian, or Spanish, and bottled water is provided during the journey. The private format allows you to personalise your itinerary, particularly for extending your stops or having lunch in a restaurant without strict time constraints, as the driver remains at your disposal. The tour includes private transport and pick-up at the Catania port cruise terminal. Please note that meal costs, tips, and entrance fees for museums, theatres, and other tourist sites are not included.

What's included

  • ✓Private transportation
  • ✓Bottled water
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
  • ✓A minimum number of 2 participants is required per booking

Not included

  • ✕Excluding restaurants, entrances, museums, theaters and tips (optional)

Available options

Choose your option when you book.

Private Tour of Taormina and Castelmola from Catania

from 200 €

Pickup included

Spanish, English, ItalianThe meeting point will be outside the cruise terminal of the port of Catania

Itinerary

  1. Porta Catania di Taormina

    You will have about 2 hours of free time to walk in the charming Corso Umberto full of all kinds of shops, from typical restaurants to shops full of local crafts such as the famous ceramics of Caltagirone, you can observe Piazza IX Aprile, Palazzo Corvaja and enter the ancient Greek Theater to relive moments of history and culture.

    · 3 h
  2. Castillo de Castelmola

    Once in Castelmola you will have the opportunity to have lunch in a charming restaurant overlooking Mount Etna the highest volcano in Europe, you will visit the remains of Castelmola Castle and walk through the small characteristic streets of this village entering a bar and enjoying the famous Almond Wine.

    · 1 h
  3. Isola Bella

    Passage from the Ionian coast where you can admire the famous Isola bella, the pearl of the Ionian Sea.

    · 1 h

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

Pickup points: Hotel, Airport, Harbour (127 stops served).

Pickup about 1 h before departure.

You can specify your pickup location when booking.

Choose a pickup location

The withdrawal can be made upon specific request at a hotel, B&B or holiday home in Catania for a minimum number of 2 people.

Meeting point

The meeting point will be outside the cruise terminal of the port of Catania

The return is at the same place.

What to know before you go

  • Prams and pushchairs are permitted.
  • Public transport is available nearby.
  • Infants must sit on an adult's lap.
  • Suitable for all fitness levels.
  • A minimum of 2 participants is required per booking.
  • Confirmation is immediate upon booking.

Travelers

Adult (14-95 years)

1 traveler(s) minimum · 15 maximum per booking.

At least one adult required per booking.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation for a full refund at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure date.

  • 100% refund up to 1 day before departure.
  • No refund from the day of departure.

Who is it for?

  • Travellers arriving at Catania port
  • Groups or couples seeking itinerary flexibility
  • English, Italian, or Spanish speakers
  • Families with young children

What makes it different

  • Direct pick-up at the Catania port cruise terminal
  • Customisable itinerary with a private driver
  • Transport in an air-conditioned minibus

Frequently asked questions

Where is the pick-up point?

The meeting point is located outside the Catania port cruise terminal.

Which languages does the guide speak?

The guide can accompany you in English, Italian, or Spanish.

Are entrance tickets included?

No, entrance fees for museums, theatres, and other sites are not included in the service.

Reviews

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Product code: 123888P5

Activity offered by Sicily Best Tour via Viator.