• La Madonnina del Porto - The Virgin of Letter serves as the Patron Saint of Messina.
• Fontana di Nettuno - This fountain symbolizes Neptune, the God of the seas.
• Chiesa di S. Francesco all’Immacolata - This is a remarkable temple, ranking as the second largest among the churches in Messina.
• Castelmola - A historic and picturesque village located atop Taormina.
• Porta Catania di Taormina - One of the two gateways to Taormina, named for its position facing Catania.
• Duomo di Taormina - Known as the Cathedral Fortress, the Cathedral of Taormina was constructed around 1400 on the remnants of a small medieval church and is dedicated to San Nicola di Bari.
• Torre dell’Orologio - Alongside the third wall, whose remnants are still visible on the right side up to the castle, it marked the boundary of the area known as the ‘fifteenth-century village’.
• Piazza IX Aprile - Piazza IX Aprile is Taormina’s most sophisticated “living room”. It is known for its outdoor cafes and artists who create portraits and landscapes.
• Porta Messina - The second gateway to Taormina, offering a view of the city of Messina.
• Piazza Duomo - Located in the historical center of Taormina, Piazza Duomo is the starting point for exploring Corso Umberto I, the main street.

• Local guide
• Lunch
• Bottled water
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Port pickup and drop-off
• Driver/ Guide
• Live commentary on board

• Gratuities
• Entrance ticket to the Greek Roman theatre

This day trip from the port of Messina involves a visit to the charming village of Castelmola Sicily, situated above Taormina. Experience breathtaking views from a terrace that offers a panoramic outlook of Mount Etna, Europe’s tallest volcano, and the stunning bay of Giardini Naxos, Sicily’s first Greek colony.

Following a leisurely walk around the medieval environs of Castelmola Sicily, we’ll journey to the gorgeous Taormina. We’ll traverse Corso Umberto, which was once the Roman Valeria Street. While in Taormina, you can enjoy various attractions: whether it’s the historical center, explored with a guide or independently, the Greek-Roman theatre (visiting the ancient theatre of Taormina is optional), old churches and monuments, high-end stores, or pastries and ice cream shops for local delicacy tasting.

The expedition to Taormina also incorporates lunch at a traditional restaurant, offering a chance to sample Sicilian culinary delights.

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