Location: Taormina
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What to do and see in Taormina, Sicily: The Best Multi-day Tours
Volcanic Mount Etna and the Ionian Sea provide the cinema-worthy backdrop for Taormina, Sicily's legendary resort town. Twisting medieval streets and a second-century Greek theater add to its romantic air, which inspired the writings of D.H. Lawrence and Truman Capote. Take a cable car to the beach, or walk uphill behind the Church of St. Joseph for panoramic views.
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1. 7-Day Highlights PRIVATE Sicily Tour - Only for you
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Destinations included in this tour: Catania, Etna, Taormina, Siracusa, Noto, Piazza Armerina, Agrigento, Selinunte, Erice, Palermo, Monreale, Cefalù. Arrival Catania - Departure Palermo. The tour includes the following must-see spots : Palatina Chapel (Palermo) – Valley of Temples by night (Agrigento) – Sicilian cookies tasting (Erice), Granita or Cannolo (Noto) – Historical center and Seaview (Cefalù) – Greek ruins with seaview (Selinunte), 3 Dinners with Sicilian specialty
Inclusions: Dinner, Overnight in wine resort in the Etna area with a wine tasting and food, Overnights in Noto center or Relais 2 km from Noto with breakfast, Overnight in 4-star hotel with breakfast in Agrigento, Overnights in 4-star hotel or B&B superior apartment with breakfast in Palermo, Airport transfers, English speaking driver/guide or driver +English speaking tour guides every day, Transport by Luxury Mercedes vehicles with all the comforts
Exclusions: City Taxes or Tourist Tax, payable directly at hotel, during the check out (only in some cities), Lunches, dinners (Except 1 dinner on day 1), Tips
Reviewed By RossoVinoSusan
Came here with my husband for our wedding anniversary and we had a lovely experience is Cassa de montabalno. Maria the housekeeper was amazing. Very helpful friendly and when we arrived we had to organise a Covid test. She organised it with the help of Ivana and we were very happy that they helped us. Maria was a source of information and arranged us to go on a day tour on a Montabalno Day Tour with Nunzio the taxi driver. We had a wonderful day. I would highly recommend this b&b to anyone who loves the tv show. Only negative was we missed the season and not many restaurants were open but we didn’t starve. We bought our food in the local shop and ate on the balcony in the evening. Thank you for having us!
2. 3 Private Tours Pack: Etna Wine Tour – Taormina Food Tour – Godfather Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Book this 3 Combo Activities Package and get one Tour for FREE. Enjoy 3 different Activities from Taormina in 2 or 3 different days: 1) Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour 2) Godfather Vs. Mafia Tour & Sicilian Light Lunch 3) Taormina Food & Wine Walking Tour. Discover Sicilian Cuisine, Culture, Landscapes and Villages. Your Local Licensed Guide will let You feel as a true Sicilian. Pick Up in Your accommodation with A/C Mercedes Minivan.
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Local Licensed guide, Round trip transportation by air conditioned Mercedes minivan, Pick up and drop off in your accommodation in Taormina, Giardini Naxos and Letojanni, Taormina Food & Wine Tour, Etna Conutryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour, Godfather Tour & Sicilian Light Lunch
Exclusions: Gratuities
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. Private 8 Days Tour of Sicily: Highlights
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Discover Sicily in a Private Tour. 8 Days / 7 Nights visiting Taormina, Godfather Villages, Mt. Etna, Noto, Syracuse, Agrigento and Palermo. Enjoy the best highlights of Sicily: Greek Theatre, Temples Valley, Baroque Towns, Cathedrals Discover Sicilian Culture, History, Lifestyle, Food & Wine. 7 Tours/Activities with Licensed Local Guide. Accommodation options in 3* 4* or 5* Hotels. Overnights in Taormina, Syracuse & Palermo. All ground Transfers in 8 seats A/C Mercedes Minivan or Mercedes Car and licensed driver, including Pick up and drop off to Airport. 24 hours coordination from arrival to departure.
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, 7 NIGHTS IN 4 STARS HOTEL, PRIVATE DRIVER FOR EVERY TRANSFER INCL. AIRPORT TRANSFERS, 8 BREAKFASTS IN HOTEL, 4 LUNCHES DURING ACTIVITIES, ALL OTHER FOOD AND WINE TASTINGS MENTIONED IN ITINERARY, TAORMINA WALKING TOUR & GREEK THEATRE VISIT, GODFATHER VS MAFIA TOUR WITH LIGHT LUNCH , ETNA TRIP UNTIL 1900MT WITH LUNCH IN ETNA WINERY, NOTO WALKING TOUR WITH LUNCH , ORTIGIA WALKING TOUR, TRIP TO AGRIGENTO, GUIDED VISIT OF TEMPLE VALLEY AND LUNCH, PALERMO WALKING TOUR
Exclusions: OPTIONAL ETNA ASCENT UNTIL 3000MT;, ENTRANCE FEES TO MONUMENTS;, CITY TAX (2-3€ per person per night) TO BE PAID IN HOTEL;
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.
4. 3 Days TREASURES OF THE EAST - with Local Guide -Private Excursions from Catania
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
- Exclusive Tours for personalized itineraries and flexibility - Led by a licensed LOCAL GUIDE for undivided attention - Comfortable Transport from your hotel by Top Class Mercedes Minivan - Customizable tours according to your interests - Available also starting from Taormina - SYRACUSE - NOTO - AGRIGENTO - TAORMINA - CYCLOPS COAST - CATANIA - ETNA Visiting Sicily is exciting and enriches the soul. The central position of the island in the Mediterranean has for centuries made it the ideal place for the integration of Mediterranean culture. Just think of the Carthaginian, Greek and Roman colonizations, when usages and customs of the Siculi, Elimi, and of the Sicani blended with those of the peoples who came from beyond the sea.
Inclusions: Private Guided Tours in archeological areas and towns, Transportation by Mercedes V-Class Minivan, Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Winery Visit & Tasting, Food and drinks, Accommodation in Catania (booked by traveler), Gratuities, Entrance fees
Reviewed By amongthecastelli
Mimmo is a superb driver and guide. Informed, considerate and kind, he drove us across Sicily and revealed the character and mystery of Sicily to us along the way with intelligence, good cheer and humor. His English is impeccable. When we return, we will certainly use his services again. We loved Sicily, and Mimmo was a big part of the experience.
5. Wedding in Sicily
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Sicilia Bedda Events is the heart of Sicily. It will amaze you with beauty, diversity of culture, culinary delights, hospitality and fascinating history. You are waited by the azure sea, the sun, various beaches, unique architecture, cultural monuments and the grandiose creation of nature – the magnificent mount Etna. Our inspiration is constant creativity, communication, quality, personal touch. We create your unique and unforgettable special day and your private holidays in Sicily.
Inclusions: Dinner
Exclusions: The cost of suppliers services not included to the price
6. 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.
7. Small Group 8 Days Food & Wine Tour of Sicily (Max 8 Guests)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Discover Sicilian Culture in a Foodie & Winie SMALL GROUP Tour (maximum 8 Guests). 8 Days / 7 Nights visiting Taormina, Mt. Etna, Noto, Syracuse and Palermo. Enjoy the best Sicilian Organic Food & Wines. Visit Etna Farmhouses and Wineries, Learn cooking tricks in Family Trattoria and visit colourful Street Markets and taste their StreetFood. Included 8 Tours/Activities withLicensed Local Guide. Accommodation options in 4* centrally located Hotels. Overnights in Taormina, Syracuse & Palermo. All ground Transfers in 8 seats A/C Mercedes Minivan or Mercedes Car and licensed driver, including Pick up and drop off to Airport. 24 hours coordination from arrival to departure.
Inclusions: Hotel: 3 nights in Taormina, 2 nights in Syracuse, 2 nights in Palermo, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, All ground transport with A/C 8 seats Mercedes Minivan, 7 breakfast in hotel, 6 lunches & 1 dinner during Activities, TAORMINA LIFESTYLE GOURMET WALKING TOUR, TAORMINA COOKING CLASS, ETNA FOOD&WINE TOUR, NOTO WALKING TOUR WITH LUNCH IN MARZAMEMI, ORTIGIA FOOD&WINE TOUR, SYRACUSE WINERY TOUR WITH LUNCH, PALERMO STREETFOOD TOUR, arrival (in Catania) & departure (from Palermo) airport transfers
Exclusions: city tax to be paid in hotel, Sgl room supplement (optional)
Reviewed By chloell22
We visited in October on the last day of our honeymoon in Taormina and it was fantastic! Our driver, Salvo, was so knowledgeable and friendly and made the drive really fun. The winery itself is gorgeous - great selection of wine and food to try and everyone there was really welcoming. The lunch at the remote farmhouse was a real highlight of our trip. Cannot recommend enough - a definite must if you are staying in the area. Thanks so much Salvo!
8. Sicily UNESCO Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Enjoy the best of South Italy in our private tour. All you can see and enjoy in a fantastic week full of freedom, Sicilian authentic spirit, hearty locals, cooking class experience, wine tasting, lunch in a small country side trattoria, knowledgeable guides, breath-taking panoramas, elegance and comfort.
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Private transportation, Hotel 3/4 ** BB
Exclusions: Gratuities
9. Unusual Sicily
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 4 reviews
Terra di Mare, typical Sicilian house is situated in the midst of lush local vegetation with cacti, palms, agaves and oleander, on Mascali near to Catania. It's a lovely place for anyone who loves bathing and generally likes. Guests can choose among many seaside, free and equipped beaches: Fondachello, S. Anna, San Marco, Stazzo, Giardini Naxos and Taormina. For those who want to be more than just enjoying the sea, the surrounding area has plenty to offer. For example, Acireale, the baroque, its Churches, Taormina and Castelmola, Catania and other cultural events and for trekkers and bikers.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch
Exclusions: Fly, fuel, parkings, city tax, Meals / drinks, entrances, insurance, exc.not mentioned, tips, GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Reviewed By Malcolm M
I had a great day visiting Mount Etna, learning about the history of the volcano, and previous eruptions. I also enjoyed a wine tasting and tour of a winery. A delicious light lunch was also included, but for me the highlight could have tasting a selection of delicious honeys! Paola my guide was fantastic., and I was the only client,, so it was great to have my own personal guide. I would definitely recommend this tour.
10. CityBySee Taormina Hop On-Hop Off 2 Days Ticket
Overall Ratings
3.7 based on 23 reviews
Places of Interest: Giardini Naxos - Isola Bella - Taormina - Castelmola - Letojanni - Sant’Alessio Siculo - Savoca - Casalvecchio Siculo - Forza d’Agrò - Alcantara Gorges* 2 Days Ticket Includes: • Hop On-Hop Off by Open Top Bus of Taormina, Giardini Naxos, Letojanni, GodFather Tour and Alcantara Gorges • Free Tasting of Almond Wine • Validity ticket 2 days • Multilingual system on board in 7 languages (IT – EN – FR – ES – DE – RU – HE) • A set of Headphones Not Included • Entry Ticket to Alcantara Gorges * Alcantara Gorges Is available from June, 1 2019
Inclusions: Free tasting, Driver/guide, Headsets to hear the guide clearly, Hop-on hop-off tour
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By 798michaelc
My wife and I often jump on the ‘red buses’ wherever we go as a good way of scouting out everything around the area. This little City by See bus was a great find on a day we were mouching around. There are three routes and for €15 euros each we enjoyed staying on the bus to go around them all. The first route took us through Letojanni then back through Taormina down to Giardini Naxos, then back up through to Taormina bus station where we then set off for Castelmola which is high up in the mountain above Taormina. You can jump on and off at all the stops and the tickets are valid for 24 hours. We feel this services are a great, low cost way of getting around and finding where we would like to revisit and spend more time at and the commentary gave plenty information on what we were looking at.
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