Group Tour of Taormina and Castelmola from Messina

Overview

This 6-hour excursion takes you to discover the iconic sites of eastern Sicily departing from Messina. You will visit Taormina, where you can admire the Greek Theatre, the cathedral, and the views of Mount Etna and the Bay of Giardini Naxos. The itinerary continues with a transfer to the hilltop village of Castelmola, before returning to the port or your hotel in Messina. Transport is provided in an air-conditioned vehicle (coach, bus, or minibus) accompanied by an English-speaking guide. The activity is organised as a shared group tour with a maximum of 28 participants. Pick-up and drop-off are included for cruise ship passengers and hotel guests.

Itinerary

1. Sicily4you

   Start of tour at Messina port or Hotel

   · Non-stop passage

2. Porta Catania di Taormina

   The tour will start from Messina and the drop off will be Taormina at Porta Catania

   · Non-stop passage

3. Taormina

   In Taormina you can visit the Greek theater(Extra cost), Palazzo Corvaja, and Cathedral. You can admire an amazing view of Mount Etna and bay of Giardini Naxos. You will have 2 hours to visit the town by yourself. Guide will give all the information on the bus. You will have a walk along Corso Umberto (the ancient Roman street Valeria). You will be enchanted by Taormina, the charming pearl of the Mediterranean which is always able to seduce even the most inattentive visitor.

   · 2 h

4. Castelmola

   Castelmola is a little nice town just above Taormina. Discover this little town that is famous for the pottery and almond wine. Also here you can enjoy a beautiful landscape, with a wonderful overlook of the Mount Etna (more than 3,330 mt, the highest volcano in Europe), and the magnificent bay of Giardini - Naxos. Visit on your own. Guide will give all the information on the bus

   · 1 h

5. Messine

   At the end of the day, you will be transferred back to Messina. Back to the port in time for the cruise-ship departure.

   · Non-stop passage

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

We can pick up where the customer needs. Just indicate at time of booking.

How to use your ticket

• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund • If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Special needs child seats are available.
• Prams and pushchairs are permitted for babies and young children.
• Public transport is available nearby.
• Not recommended for travellers with cardiovascular problems.
• Average physical condition is required.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult.
• Cruise passengers must provide the ship's name, docking time, disembarkation time, and return time when booking.
• Hotel guests must provide the name of their hotel when booking.
• The activity may be cancelled if the minimum number of participants is not met; an alternative tour or a full refund will be offered.
• The maximum capacity is 28 travellers.
• Confirmation is immediate, except for bookings made less than 120 hours before departure, which are subject to availability.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• No refund is possible for cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure.

Who is it for?

• English-speaking travellers (guide in English).
• Cruise ship passengers stopping in Messina.
• People with average physical condition.

What makes it different

• Pick-up and return included from the port or hotel.
• Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Frequently asked questions

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Product code: 14370P15

Activity offered by Sicily4you via Viator.