Location: Giardini Naxos
Top Things to do in Giardini Naxos
Top 9 Historical & Heritage Tours in Giardini Naxos, Sicily
Giardini Naxos (Sicilian: Giaddini) is a comune in the Metropolitan City of Messina on the island of Sicily in southern Italy. It is situated on the coast of the Ionian Sea on a bay which lies between Cape Taormina and Cape Schisò. Since the 1970s it has become a seaside-resort.
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1. Sea, Volcano and History: Giardini Naxos, Isolabella, Etna and Taormina
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
this tour gives you the unique opportunity to enjoy the best Sicily can offer: the amazing sea, beaches, the volcano, the marine reserve of Isolabella and the pearl of the ionia sea that's Taormina
Inclusions: Bottled water
Exclusions: meals, personal expences and tip
Reviewed By rivergate1
My tour guide Giovanni was by far one of the best tour guides I have had on any guided tour I have taken. He was so full of life and love for the history of Taormina and Catelmola. He made the trip extra special for all of us. He really made us feel like a family as she called us all day! I am so happy I decided to take the tour with Catania tour and got a chance to meet Giovanni while he showed us the true beauty and history of Taormina
2. Private Etna Tour by 4x4 from Taormina
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
During this naturalistic tour, we will go up the Etna Volcano from sea level to the extinct craters at an altitude of 2000 meters, aboard our comfortable 4x4 vehicles, going from paved roads to short off-road routes, visiting first places not beaten by the classic tourist itineraries of mass and discover unique panoramas enriched by the stories of the guide, ending with a light trekking immersed in an almost lunar landscape. On the Etna Volcano, Europe's highest active volcano and UNESCO World Heritage Site, we will visit in stages: - an ancient lava flow - the Etna forest - the Valle del Bove - a lava cave - the extinct craters at an altitude of 2000/2200 meters OPTIONAL the ascent to a height of 3000 meters is the cost of the cable car ticket and NOT INCLUDED vehicles.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Parking Fees, Pick-up & drop-off at your hotel or meeting point, Guide Service
Exclusions: Lunch, Soda/Pop, Cable car ticket and special vehicles for visits up to 3000 meters (optional not mandatory)
Reviewed By Neil M
Rosario was our guide and he was very knowledgeable on the history of the volcano. Took us to some rarely seen lava flows and round some craters towards the top of Etna. Finished off a great tour with some wine tasting at the Gambini vineyard. Wonderful day and thoroughly recommended.
3. Giardini Naxos, Isola Bella, Taormina, castelmola The Best Of Ionian Coast
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Tour suitable for cruise passengers arriving at the ports of the Ionian coast, allows you to visit the most interesting places from a landscape and cultural point of view, you will be picked up at the place of departure indicated by you and brought back within the time you set, you can ask your driver the possibility of a longer stop in one of the places you visited for a possible lunch in a restaurant, our staff will be happy to advise you and satisfy your every need.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bottled water, Driver or hostess who speaks the language for which you booked the tour
Exclusions: Entrance fees to museums, theaters, food, drinks and tips (optional)
Reviewed By Alan85aa
After considerable research on TripAdvisor, we decided on Sicily Best Tour for a private tour of Taormina, Castelmola and Savoca. Filippo picked us up at the port and took us along the Sicilian Coast to the beautiful town of Taormina, first treating us to delicious fresh cannolis and bottled water. He provided excellent guidance and advice on what to see and provided plenty of time for us to visit the most iconic sites in the town. We enjoyed everything about Taormina, but especially the Greek Theater and the shops along the main street. Instead of going to Castelmola, we decided to spend some time at Giardini Naxos. After a driving tour of the town and a walk on a black sand beach, Filippo took us up the mountains to the quaint town of Savoca. He walked with us to explain the highlights of the town, especially the locations where "The Godfather" was filmed. He provided excellent insights into the history of the town and the movie production. He had planned the day so that when we arrived in Savoca, the tour buses had left and there were only a few other tourists. The history, sites, and views from the towns were amazing, and we thoroughly enjoyed our day in Sicily. When we arrived back in Messina, Filippo also took us to see the key sites to include the largest astronomical clock in Europe. All in all, this was a great day and Filippo was an exceptional tour guide.
4. Private Tour "The Godfather" from Taormina visit of Savoca and Forza D'Agrò
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Departure from Taormina to Savoca and Forza D’Agrò, to visit the Sicilian scenes set of the most popular movie “The Godfather" by Francis Ford Coppola. Scenic driving throughout the countryside reaching the villages and enjoying a pleasant walking, followed by our guide, to learn more about the local traditions and to find easily, the places of the movie such as below reported: - Trimarchi building (the famous Bar Vitelli) - Church of San Nicolò (wedding venue) - SS. Annunziata Square - Church of SS. Annunziata - Birthplace of Vito Corleone (Vito Andolini) In this corner of Sicily, you will find an amazing place, between the provinces of Messina and Catania.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Professional Driver-Guide English speaking, Pick-up and drop-off at your Hotel or meeting point, Parking Fees
Exclusions: Lunch, Soda/Pop
Reviewed By christinewhuang
My friend and I had a really memorable tour of the beautiful Mt Etna and its charming surrounding towns with the most amazing tour guide - Gianfranco! He was such a great source of local and historical info and conviviality- couldn’t have asked for a better trip! :) definitely recommend.
5. Volcano tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
The transfer of the Vulcano tour includes: Departure at 8.30am, arrival at the Sapienza refuge at 10.30am (stop of about 2 hours). Departure for Taormina - during the journey we will make a small stop of about 20 minutes for a panoramic view to Isola Bella and continue to Taormina. Return to Syracuse. Our cars are registered for public use, equipped with the required municipal permits and have free access to limited traffic areas and to preferential lanes in all cities. Free bottled water wi fi. Our drivers are provided with the authorizations required for the operation of vehicles in public service. Upon request we offer guided tour services. NB. LISTED EXCURSIONS ONLY INCLUDE TRANSFER A / R.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation
Exclusions: Tourist Guide: available on request and to be paid extra on site, Lunch
Reviewed By hylliw
With a couple of friends I made this tour. After a pleasent ride, with a coffee stop, we arrived at Villa Romana del Casale, where we admired the beautiful mosaïcs. In the neighborhood from the Villa, Giovanni arranged a nice lunch at a very good restaurant. After that we continued the journey to the Valle dei Templi, where we enjoyed the wonderful temples and a stunning sunset. Giovanni has an comfortable car, is an excellent driver, is enthusiastic, very kind and is doing his utmost to make you feel at ease. It was a marvelous day. Highly recommended!
6. Taormina and its surroundings
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore and enjoy Taormina and Castelmola at you leisure by yourself. Visit to Isola Bella nature reserve. Chance to swim whether at Isola Bella bay or Naxos Beach
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour available also in the evening
Exclusions: Lunch upon request must be booked in advance, Entry/Admission - Ancient Theatre of Taormina
Reviewed By Duncan S
Etna 3000m trip with additional wine tasting at the Gambino winery. Well organised private tour with a guide who spoke perfect English and who couldn't be more knowledgeable or accommodating. Excellent experience all round.
7. Giardini Naxos, Taormina and Castelmola Half-Day Tour from Catania
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4.8 based on 21 reviews
See the coast where Greeks first landed in Sicily, and admire the medieval architecture of Taormina whose palaces and monuments witnessed a long and meaningful history. Enjoy the panoramas which overlook the Ionian sea and on Nebrodi mountains from the high Castelmola, a natural balcony on Taormina. See traditional products of the artisanal shops and the elegance of the boutiques which make Taormina a little jewelry box.
Inclusions: Shuttle bus (return), Multilingual guide, INFANT - Baby seat
Exclusions: 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!
8. Taormina, Castelmola and Naxos Bay - shore excursion for PRIVATE SMALL GROUP
Visit Taormina, Castelmola and Giardini Naxos on this amazing tour from Messina-Catania-Syracuse-Giardini Naxos-Milazzo. Spend 1 hrs to visit the village of Castelmola, enjoy the view of the surrounding Sicilian coast and landscapes of Giardini Naxos, dominated by the volcano Etna. In Taormina do not miss the view of the marine protected reserve of Isola Bella, walk inside the Greek Theater and the amazing Corso Umberto, a beautiful pedestrian path. Take a look at the local shops or taste local pastries and enjoy the stunning spots of the Pearl of the Ionian sea. Before we take our clients back on board or theres final destination we moreover offer a quick panoramic tour of the town from where the tour starts. PICK UP AND DROP OFF INSIDE THE PIER, RIGHT WHERE THE SHIP DOCKS OR ANY OTHER PLACE THE CLIENTS WISH
Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By antonysM5377JU
The tour was fantastic and the sites we visited stunning. The driver was punctual and professional, the vehicle, comfortble and clean. 100% recommended
9. Classic Sicily Tour
The Classic Sicily Tour is the ideal trip to discover the island in a few days and in total freedom for a first general knowledge of Sicily, touching the main historical, artistic and landscape locations. The Classic Sicily Tour is a complete circuit that allows you to capture the beauty of the island, from the coasts to inland regions, from cities of art to small villages. An itinerant holiday with fixed stops and overnight stays, during which you can follow our visit suggestions or make the journey freely, according to your pace and your traveling instinct. The Classic Sicily Tour is designed with arrival and departure from Palermo airport and can be customized with arrival and departure from Catania, Trapani, Comiso and via Stretto di Messina.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Assistance during the trip
Exclusions: Rental cars and scheduled flights, Anything not mentioned under "The fee includes".
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