Explore Sicily’s charm with a private tour from cruise port to Taormina, Castelmola, and Isola Bella. Discover legends, enjoy personalized experiences.
Explore Sicily’s charm with a private tour from cruise port to Taormina, Castelmola, and Isola Bella. Discover legends, enjoy personalized experiences.
- Taormina - After meeting the driver within the port area, the tour begins with a journey to Taormina, approximately 40 minutes from the Messina cruise port. The first stop is at PIAZZA BELVEDERE, a stunning terrace offering breathtaking views of the Taormina coastline, perfect for capturing panoramic photos. From here, you can admire ISOLA BELLA…
- Taormina - After meeting the driver within the port area, the tour begins with a journey to Taormina, approximately 40 minutes from the Messina cruise port. The first stop is at PIAZZA BELVEDERE, a stunning terrace offering breathtaking views of the Taormina coastline, perfect for capturing panoramic photos. From here, you can admire ISOLA BELLA from above, a magnificent and enchanting UNESCO World Heritage natural reserve, connected to the Taormina coast by a slender strip of sand.
- Corso Umberto - The tour continues to Corso Umberto in Taormina, the main street traversing the city center and a hub of interest. Along Corso Umberto, you’ll find numerous luxury boutiques, jewelers, clothing, and souvenir shops. Additionally, there are bars and restaurants, alongside significant historical landmarks such as the renowned GREEK-ROMAN THEATRE, hosting plays and concerts by world-famous artists. PIAZZA IX APRILE, one of Taormina’s best panoramic spots, features a stunning rooftop terrace with views of the bay and Mount ETNA, ideal for photography. The charming CHURCH OF SAN GIUSEPPE, in Baroque style, adds to the allure, while the CATHEDRAL OF TAORMINA, with its medieval facade and Baroque-style door, is located at the end of Corso Umberto.
- Isola Bella - A must-see in Taormina is the small island at the city’s base, featured on every Taormina postcard! ISOLA BELLA is accessible on foot in about 20 minutes from the city’s top (the return trip involves many steps!). This beach is truly spectacular and worth visiting, especially for its pebble beach and crystal-clear waters, perfect for a refreshing swim after exploring the town. To visit the villa’s interior on the island, an entrance fee of approximately 4 euros per person is required, not included in the tour price.
- Castelmola - This small medieval village, considered one of Italy’s most beautiful, is renowned for its ceramics. Located 5 kilometers from Taormina, Castelmola is a must-visit for its medieval castle ruins and charming streets. The village and castle offer some of the most scenic views of the valley and MOUNT ETNA. Be sure to try the ALMOND WINE, a local specialty.
- Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock (Orologio Astronomico) - Upon returning from the Messina tour, the driver will stop at the famous Cathedral of Messina, near the cruise port, where you can admire the impressive Bell Tower with the world’s largest and most beautiful astronomical and astrological clock, offering another great photo opportunity!

- Tour guide may also be your driver
- On-board WiFi
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Snacks
- Tour guide may also be your driver
- On-board WiFi
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Snacks
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
Experience the serenity of a private tour, where a dedicated driver or hostess will accompany you, tailoring schedules and destinations to your preferences and ensuring a timely return to your ship for boarding. As you travel from the cruise port to your first tour destination, you will be regaled with fascinating stories, legends, and traditions of our…
Experience the serenity of a private tour, where a dedicated driver or hostess will accompany you, tailoring schedules and destinations to your preferences and ensuring a timely return to your ship for boarding. As you travel from the cruise port to your first tour destination, you will be regaled with fascinating stories, legends, and traditions of our land, allowing you to fully appreciate its charm and magic! Our passion for our land is the essence of our work, and our greatest joy is ending the day with your warm smile, knowing that you will cherish a piece of our Sicily in your heart through your most cherished memories!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.