Private Excursion Savoca Taormina and Castelmola
4.9
14 Ratings
Messina
Explore iconic Godfather film locations, stunning views of Mount Etna, and charming Taormina on this private Sicilian excursion. Perfectly timed for cruise passengers.
Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Savoca - Savoca is the town where the film The Godfather was filmed. You will see all the most iconic places such as the Vitelli bar and the cathedral where Michael Corleone got married.
  • Castelmola - A small village, rich in Norman and Baroque culture, on the top of Taormina with a wonderful view of Mount Etna.
  • Taormina - Taormina is one of the most beautiful cities in Italy, characterized by a mix of different cultures. A favorite destination for tourists, it can only be reached on foot and is full of shops and restaurants.
  • Messina - Small sightseeing tour of the city of Messina with a visit to the sanctuary of Cristo Re, a panoramic point of the city from which it is possible to see the Strait of Messina from above. Finally we will see the Duomo cathedral with the largest astronomical clock in Europe.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Bottled water
  • On-board WiFi
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
Additional Information

The tour departs from the cruise terminal in the direction of Savoca (approximately 40 minutes by road). Savoca is the town where the film The Godfather was filmed. We will see all the most iconic places such as the Vitelli bar and the cathedral where Michael Corleone got married. After about an hour we leave to go to Castelmola (about 30 minutes from Savoca). Castelmola is a small village on the top of Taormina with a wonderful view of Mount Etna. After about an hour we move to Taormina, one of the most beautiful cities in Italy, reachable only on foot and full of shops and restaurants. After about 2 or 3 hours we return to Messina, but not before a nice panoramic tour of Isola Bella. As a last stop, we will visit the Sanctuary of Christ the King, a panoramic point over the Strait of Messina, and the Duomo cathedral, where you can admire the largest astronomical clock in Europe. The timetable is designed to make the most of your time in Sicily and to be perfectly on time with the cruise ship.

Location
Messina Passenger Terminal
Via Vittorio Emanuele II
As soon as you get off the ship you will find me outside the terminal. You will find the meeting point as soon as you get off the ship.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Chelseahv5711yk
May 20, 2024
Easy and Exceptional! - Booking this tour was so easy! We had a great time and saw all the major sights. Our guide was knowledgeable and kind. Thank you!!
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Belindad04
May 12, 2024
The best small tour to see beautiful Sicily. - We had the most amazing tour with Alberto in Sicily. He was very responsive to all questions beforehand and the meet up went as planned. He designed a lovely day for us , visiting Savocca , home of the Godfather. The most beautiful city in Sicily, Taormina, where we had lunch and time to look around and shop. We also visited the beautiful Castelmola. Alberto was a fantastic driver, many of the roads are very twisty and bring you high into the mountains. We finished the day with delicious cannoli and a trip to Messina cathedral. We arrived back to our cruise ship in plenty of time. Highly recommend both Alberto and this itinerary to see the best of Sicily.
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Scenic777377
May 8, 2024
Wonderful experience. - Alberto was a excellent driver and awesome guide. We were very happy to have him today. He provided detailed information on locations we visited and was very proud to represent Siciley. I would go all my friends.
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558cyrilles
Apr 30, 2024
Alberto will make you love Sicily and the Sicilians. - An extraordinary day with Alberto who listened to us and organized an exceptional tour of his region. We enjoyed his company and the places offered. A welcome at the top.
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Davidtx6784hx
Apr 30, 2024
Unmatched Experience! - If you are traveling to this area, you must reach Sicily Best Excursions. We accidentally came across them and it was the highlight of our two week trip. Our guides knowledge and description of the locations and very importantly the tour guides unmatched confidence to get us everywhere and text Grant everything in the best possible way was unmatched on our entire trip. You will not be sorry if you book elsewhere so book here.
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Erikamr9570kt
Apr 23, 2024
The very best memorie. - I recommend very nice! We had such a good memories beacause we were in beautiful places. Alberto is a very kind person, he has a very good personality.
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Marineva7965he
Apr 16, 2024
Everything was perfect - Perfect in every way professional and friendly we keep great memories Thank you again for all You can go there with your eyes closed
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Killanimen
Apr 9, 2024
Perfect thank you - I recommand very very nice. Thank you very much. Alberto is very kind and very professionnel person. We were happy to do the visit .
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719c_dricp
Apr 9, 2024
Simply magical - Superb excursion. Alberto is a very good guide, very kind. We visited Castelmola, Taormina and a short tour of Messina. We feasted. Alberto stopped us in magical places so we could admire the panorama. A big thanks to him.
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H931sssusanaf
Apr 23, 2024
We recommend 😉 - A rainy excursion but with a caring guide. It was a mutual sharing of exchanges. Gracie mille Alberto!
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