Location: Nicolosi
Top Things to do in Nicolosi
Things to do in Nicolosi, Sicily: The Best Cultural Tours
Nicolosi (Sicilian: Niculùsi) is a comune (municipality) in the Metropolitan City of Catania in the Italian region Sicily, located about 160 kilometres (99 mi) southeast of Palermo and about 12 kilometres (7 mi) northwest of Catania.
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1. Mount Etna 2.000 meters ( Half-Day Tour from Taormina)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Departure to Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe. By bus you will across typical sicialian villages of Santa Venerina and Zafferana Etnea. Then you will reach untill 2.000 meters where there is the possibility to walk around the extint Silvestri Craters. Time free to enjoy the beautiful view. Return to Taormina around 1.30 pm. Please bring warm clothes and walking shoes.
Inclusions: Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Guided tour, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch not included
Reviewed By Ilana C
If I could have selected an option of zero I would have chosen that. 1 is too kind. This ‘private’ boat excursion is basically €80 (not €75 as you have to pay a shed load of tax) to get a 2 hour bus ride then you are stuffed onto a packed ferry full of angry tourists who have been sold the dream but in reality, it was a nightmare. The islands are ugly, busy and I simply have nothing good to report. You are left to your own devices and any swimming options are limited/poor. The ‘food’ in the port areas are all fatty/greasy tourist muck and not Sicilian cuisine. It’s just naff and utterly unenjoyable. I beg you to take this all in, otherwise you will lose a day of your holiday. D O N ‘T DO IT!!! Regards, Ilana, 35, London
2. Small Group 8 Days Tour of Sicily: Highlights (Max 8 Guests)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Discover Sicily in a maximum 8 Guests small group . 8 Days / 7 Nights visiting Taormina, Godfather Villages, Mt. Etna, Noto,Marzamemi, Syracuse, Agrigento & Palermo. Enjoy the best highlights of Sicily. Discover its Culture, History, Lifestyle, Food & Wine. 8 Tours/Activities with Licensed Local Guide. Accommodation in Centrally located Small Boutique 4* Hotels Overnights: 3 in Taormina; 2 in Syracuse; 2 in Palermo. All ground Transfers in 8 seats A/C Mercedes Minivan and licensed driver. 24 hours coordination from arrival to departure.
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Overnights in centrally located 4 Stars hotels: 3 nights Taormina 2 nights Syracuse 2 nights Palermo, All ground transport with A/C 8 seats Mercedes Minivan, TAORMINA FOOD & WINE TOUR;, GODFATHER VS MAFIA TOUR WITH LIGHT LUNCH;, TAORMINA WALKING TOUR & GREEK THEATRE VISIT;, ETNA TRIP UNTIL 1900MT WITH LUNCH IN ETNA WINERY;, NOTO WALKING TOUR & FISH LUNCH IN MARZAMEMI, ORTIGIA WALKING TOUR;, TRIP TO AGRIGENTO, GUIDED VISIT OF TEMPLE VALLEY AND LUNCH;, PALERMO WALKING TOUR & WINE, Arrival (in Catania) & departure (from Palermo) airports transfer
Exclusions: Entrance fees to monuments (22€ per person in total), City tax in hotel to be paid at the check-out (2-3 € per person per night), Sgl room Supplement (optional)
Reviewed By Lulu8London
2020 was a difficult year to travel, but if you can make it, it is all worth it! Given the various restrictions imposed on tourism during this period, Activity Sicily still delivered a rich and smooth programme: food was great, tours are interesting, hotels are comfortable and in great locations, and the cooking class is particularly fun. We focused on the food and wine aspects in this tour, the knowledge behind the food provided great insight into Sicilian people, history and culture. Massimo was hands-on all way through the tour to make sure everything went well, and all the guides are professional, knowledgable, and helped us to make the most of the trip during this difficult time. That said, the bonus is -- with hardly any tourists around, we really got to see the place as it is! Thanks Activity Sicily.
3. ETNA-TAORMINA-BEAUTIFUL ISLAND Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
The tour is suitable for different types of travelers: families also with children, friends, elderly, young people, lone travelers. It is suitable for those who love to travel comfortably, under the banner of culture and discovery of historical heritage. Great for visiting different locations in one day!
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: ADDITIONAL TICKETS FOR CABLE CAR, JEEP, ENTRANCE TO MUSEUMS etc ..
Reviewed By JWwhite87
Our trip in Siracuse was great ! We have traveled in a big black Van like a boss! Ortigia was fantastic and clean city's. The tour that offer this company is very cool we have stayed in Siracuse Ortigia and noto. thanks to our Driver Robert very cool and friendly driver!
4. Etna - Taormina - Castelmola
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Ascending the southern slope of Mount Etna, we will cross the lava flow of 1983 and 2002, and see up close its destructive effects. We will reach an altitude of 2.000 meters, where you can visit the Silvestri Craters originated from the eruption of 1892. Here you will walk on the edge of the craters, admiring the breathtaking landscape. On the way back, we will stop in a Honey Farm where you can learn the procedures for production of organic honey and taste varieties of honey and many other typical products like extra virgin olive oil, wine, Sicilian pesto etc. In Taormina, you will walk through the town enjoying the beauty of the historical center and the city's main attractions (Greek Theater, Cathedral, Belvedere Square). Afterwords, we will visit the characteristic medieval village of Castelmola with its Cathedral and the main square with its wonderful view on Mount Etna. An almost compulsory stop is Turrisi Coffee Shop, where it is possible to taste a special almond wine.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Entry ticket for attractions
Reviewed By pibi1998
First off, I booked this tour December 30th at about 8:30pm via Viator fir Dec 31st tour. The operator emailed me right away to clarify things that made the tour go smoothly. When we arrived in Catania at 5:40 early in the morning, our driver Danilo was was waiting for us already. We had an early start, meaning our time was not wasted at all. When we reached in Taormina, I asked Danilo to check if we can add done of the Godfather places to check and he called his boss right away and was confirmed we can do it. I was happy and appreciated the flexibility. We were able to check the places that I wanted to go. Just a reminder, our driver is not a licensed tourist guide but he tells us where to go and drop us off and pick us up like “door to door”. I would suggest to google the best places to visit and tell the driver what you most like to visit and read all about it. You will appreciate more if you know the story behind that particular area. This tour works perfectly for us. Thank you Danilo for doing above and beyond of what you are doing. Cheers!
5. Etna and Taormina Full-Day Tour from Catania
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 353 reviews
This full-day tour goes from Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, to the beautiful and characteristic town of Taormina in the afternoon. In the first part of the excursion, submerge in nature and visit old craters and lava flow caves, enjoy breathtaking views, and taste the typical local products. In the afternoon, before visiting Taormina, you will stop and see the beautiful "Isola Bella".
Inclusions: Shuttle bus (return), Multilingual guide, The kit for visiting the Cave, Sampling, Trekking shoes (on request), INFANT price - Baby seat and baby carrier included
Exclusions: cableway + 4x4 minibus + alpinist guide to reach 3000 m € 66.00 (to pay on the spot), Authorized tourist guide in Taormina (on request), All that is not specified under “the cost includes
Reviewed By Jololo37
Perfecto! Guide really friendly! Interesting tour with children. Etna is beautiful! If you are near Catania, do this tour!
6. Etna-taormina-Isola Bella
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4 reviews
The tour is suitable for different types of travelers: families also with children, friends, elderly, young people, lone travelers. It is suitable for those who love to travel comfortably, under the banner of culture and discovery of historical heritage. Great for visiting different locations in one day!
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Paid tickets for admission to museums and / or archaeological sites and monuments not included
Reviewed By markj418
The hop on hop off bus tour of Catania was only 15 euro. A bargain for this type of open top bus tour. At under 2 hours it was perfect considering waht is availble to see.
7. Tour of Sicily Palermo to Taormina visit all of Sicily in private tour
Our driver will meet you at the airport the first day of your arrival in Sicily and for the hotel. if you do not like one of the proposed itineraries then you can choose where to go and where to stop. Our driver will help you make the right decision.Our fleet has all Mercedes vehicles, Class E cars, Van V Class luxury and Sprinter luxury. Clients Safety. We believe in your safety. You won't find worn or unsafe tires on our cars, you won't see inoperable lighting, you won't hear grinding brakes or a suspension system that sounds as if it's going to fall to pieces. They are trained to drive safetly throught the narrow streets of Sicily and the winding roads on the Sicily.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Air-conditioned vehicle, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Local guide service (cost medium euro 120,00 for hours 3 or euro 220,00 hour 6)
Reviewed By Zarina M
We used this company for a week-long trip to Sicily, including airport transfers, hotel transfers between Taormina, Siracusa, and Ragusa, and a few site and winery tours. The driving service was excellent---on time, professional, and knowledgeable. Both Francesco and Luciano were wonderful. We booked a few specialized tours on our own and those turned out to be better than the tours we booked through this company. I think guides can be hit or miss---Mila in Siracusa was wonderful and Teresa in Agrigento was on her telephone the entire time she was with us. The wineries they booked for us were also hit and miss---Murgo on Etna had great wines but we arrived an hour early and had to stand around in the rain, and the biodynamic winery in Noto (Cantina Marilina) had great food but wines that were largely undrinkable. There was also a problem with our chocolate tasting tour in Modica so we missed the laboratory visit. But I can't fault the company for the guides or the wineries, really. They are basically an excellent chauffeur service, and we can wholly recommend using them as a driving service. Their professionalism and courtesy made our holiday stress-free and, given the opportunity, we would book them again.
8. Vulkan Ätna Panoramafahrt im Cabrio, Tagesausflug mit Reiseleitung
⭐ Panoramafahrt im Cabrio um den Ätna ⭐ Tagesausflug mit Reiseleitung für 2 - 3 Personen ⭐ Der Ätna ist einer der höchsten Vulkane Europas. Der Vulkan hat nicht nur die sizilianische Geschichte geprägt, sowie die Landschaft geformt, sondern beeinflusst die Insel bis heute. Das einmalige Naturerlebnis fasziniert mit fantastischen Obstgärten, Weingütern, Olivenplantagen, oder beeindruckenden Lavaströmen. Genießen Sie die Panoramafahrt, mit einem Blick bis nach Taormina und Kalabrien aus der Perspektive unseres Cabrios. Stop an den schönsten panoramischen Stellen, kleine Spaziergänge, sowie zum Abschluss ein Picknick mit lokalen Produkten und Verkostung von reinem biologischen Olivenöl in St. Alfio, an der Nordseite des Ätnas.
Inclusions: Vulkan Ätna Panoramafahrt und Ausflug mit Reiseleitung im Cabrio, bis auf 2000 Höhenmeter
Exclusions: Nicht inbegriffen: Verpflegung allgemein, Tips, Auffahrt mit der Seilbahn Euro 65.00 p.P.
Reviewed By Mario C
Really perfect organization that made us enjoy the magical atmosphere of the wonderful Sicily between history, culture and natural beauties unique in the world... thanks!
9. Tour of Sicily to visit Taormina, Etna,Syracuse,Noto,Ragusa with private driver.
Private tour of Eastern Sicily with personal driver for 7 days for visit of the Taormina, Syracuse, Ragusa, Modica, Scicli, Agrigento and Etna vulcan with wine tour in winery with lunch and wine tasting Etna wine. This excursion is customised using a driver. A driver is a chauffeur specialized in driving you around, he is able to provide basic historical information, he can show you the main highlights, is knowledgeable and he has an umbrella of information. The driver will take care to give adequate time at all stops and to accommodate special requests when possible, to ensure that your experience in Sicily will be both memorable and enjoyable. The driver is not a Licensed Tour Guide and cannot take you inside monuments. In case you need a Licensed Local Guide you must pay a surcharge and we will arrange for Licensed Guide to meet you directly on the spot.
Inclusions: Private tour with personal diver, Transport by private vehicle, Bottled water in the car, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Drinks, Food and drinks
Reviewed By Zarina M
We used this company for a week-long trip to Sicily, including airport transfers, hotel transfers between Taormina, Siracusa, and Ragusa, and a few site and winery tours. The driving service was excellent---on time, professional, and knowledgeable. Both Francesco and Luciano were wonderful. We booked a few specialized tours on our own and those turned out to be better than the tours we booked through this company. I think guides can be hit or miss---Mila in Siracusa was wonderful and Teresa in Agrigento was on her telephone the entire time she was with us. The wineries they booked for us were also hit and miss---Murgo on Etna had great wines but we arrived an hour early and had to stand around in the rain, and the biodynamic winery in Noto (Cantina Marilina) had great food but wines that were largely undrinkable. There was also a problem with our chocolate tasting tour in Modica so we missed the laboratory visit. But I can't fault the company for the guides or the wineries, really. They are basically an excellent chauffeur service, and we can wholly recommend using them as a driving service. Their professionalism and courtesy made our holiday stress-free and, given the opportunity, we would book them again.
10. Sicily tour from Palermo to Taormina, 6 days, individual group
Private tour of Sicily with personal driver for 7 days for visit of the Palermo, Cefalù, Taormina, Syracuse and Etna vulcan with wine tour in winery with lunch and wine tasting Etna wine. This excursion is customised using a driver. A driver is a chauffeur specialized in driving you around, he is able to provide basic historical information, he can show you the main highlights, is knowledgeable and he has an umbrella of information. The driver will take care to give adequate time at all stops and to accommodate special requests when possible, to ensure that your experience in Sicily will be both memorable and enjoyable. The driver is not a Licensed Tour Guide and cannot take you inside monuments. In case you need a Licensed Local Guide you must pay a surcharge and we will arrange for Licensed Guide to meet you directly on the spot.
Inclusions: Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water in the car, tour local guide in Palermo for hours 3 for a cultural walk in Palermo centre
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Landing and facility fees, entrances to museums, palaces, monuments, theaters and archaeological sites
Reviewed By Zarina M
We used this company for a week-long trip to Sicily, including airport transfers, hotel transfers between Taormina, Siracusa, and Ragusa, and a few site and winery tours. The driving service was excellent---on time, professional, and knowledgeable. Both Francesco and Luciano were wonderful. We booked a few specialized tours on our own and those turned out to be better than the tours we booked through this company. I think guides can be hit or miss---Mila in Siracusa was wonderful and Teresa in Agrigento was on her telephone the entire time she was with us. The wineries they booked for us were also hit and miss---Murgo on Etna had great wines but we arrived an hour early and had to stand around in the rain, and the biodynamic winery in Noto (Cantina Marilina) had great food but wines that were largely undrinkable. There was also a problem with our chocolate tasting tour in Modica so we missed the laboratory visit. But I can't fault the company for the guides or the wineries, really. They are basically an excellent chauffeur service, and we can wholly recommend using them as a driving service. Their professionalism and courtesy made our holiday stress-free and, given the opportunity, we would book them again.
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