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Private 6-Hour Tour of Three Etna Wineries with food and wine Tasting
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Discover three different Sicilian wineries as you sample tasty regional reds, whites, and rosés. Driving in an air-conditioned car, cruise past picturesque villages, fruit orchards, and lava-made churches as you explore the fascinating region of Etna, known for its volcanic terroirs. Sip samples of the volcano-infused drink in family-run wineries, munching on local gastronomic delicacies, from cheeses to salami.
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$230.80
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$230.80
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Taormina and Castelmola Tour from Messina
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Visit Taormina and Castelmola on this tour from Messina. During a quick stop in the village of Castelmola, admire a view of the surrounding Sicilian landscape, including Mt Etna. Then head to Taormina to see sights like Isola Bella and the Greek Theatre. Browse local shops or bars, if you wish, and take a walk along Corso Umberto.
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$69.78
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$69.78

2-Hour Messina Walking Tour
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Explore the historic city of Messina on a walking tour with a local guide that’s a great overview and orientation for first-time visitors. Learn about Sicily’s Arab-Norman heritage as you make your way from Cathedral Square to a series of churches, landmarks, and artwork, and hear stories from Messina’s fascinating past. Multiple departures are available throughout the day.
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$26.84
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$26.84

Full Day Taormina and Castelmola Tour with Messina Shore Excursion
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While your ship is in Messina, see more of Sicily on a half-day trip to Taormina. Take a guided tour of this historical city, including a stroll along Corso Umberto, once an ancient Roman street, and a visit to the Greco-Roman Theater. Plus, sample Sicilian delicacies, admire views of Mt. Etna and Giardini-Naxos bay from Castelmola, and on return to Messina, check out this ancient port’s highlights. Port and Taormina pickup and drop-off included.
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$91.25
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$91.25

Private Tour of Taormina and Castelmola with tradional food and local wine
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Enjoy this 5-hour private guided tour to the most important Sicilian resorts: Taormina and Castelmola. A guide will lead your group to explore amazing places such as the main street Corso Umberto, Palazzo Corvaja, St. Catherina church, Odeon theater, and Duomo. In Castelmola after the walking tour in this small and characteristic village we will stop in a typical restaurant to taste the traditional "Pasta alla norma" with local wine and the famous "Sicilian cannolo" with fresh ricotta inside.
Important: when making a booking, please select a tour option in accordance with your pickup location (Taormina, Catania or Messina)
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$236.16
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$236.16
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Messina and Taormina City Tour from Messina
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Take advantage of your cruise stop in Messina to explore the seaside resort town of Taormina and the highlights of Messina in this half-day tour. Visit the sunny beaches or charming shopping streets of Taormina before marveling at its ancient Greek Theater. Stop at the Messina Cathedral and a particularly stunning viewpoint over the port city. Immerse yourself in two beautiful Sicilian towns in one combination tour.
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$71.57
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$71.57

Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Small Group Tour
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Make the most of your time in Sicily on this immersive, small-group shore excursion. Over the course of just half a day, you’ll venture to Taormina (and will discover top landmarks like its Greek amphitheater), will visit the hilltop village of Castelmola (renowned for its impeccable scenery), and will finish with a walking tour of Messina’s historical city center. Port pickup and drop-off, and round-trip minivan transit, make logistics seamless and stress-free.
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$75.04
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$75.04

Private tour from Messina: Etna Volcano and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting
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Explore Mt. Etna without the hassle of navigating on a private tour with round–trip transport from your Messina port or accommodations. Going with a guide ensures you see the best views of the Sicilian countryside, as well as visit secluded natural locations often missed by visitors. Enjoy a meal prepared with locally–sourced ingredients with wine pairings at a Messina vineyard to round out your authentic Italian experience.
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$300.57
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$300.57
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Godfather Private Tour from Messina with options of Food, local Wine and Lunch
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Immerse yourself in The Godfather on a private tour with stops at the movie’s iconic film locations, from the Church of Santa Lucia to Bar Vitelli. In addition to navigating for you, your guide provides refreshments, entrance fees when necessary, and a wealth of stories often unheard by visitors. Upgrade to include lunch and/or dinner at a classic Sicilian seafood restaurant.
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$214.69
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$214.69
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Private Tour to Taormina and Castelmola from Messina
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Explore the beautiful seaside resort towns of Taormina and Castelmola with a private tour from Messina. See Taormina's ancient Greek Theater overlooking the beach. Gaze at the gorgeous Giardini Naxos Bay to understand why this area has been a popular resort for a very long time. Continue to nearby Castelmola to browse its small boutiques before returning back to Messina.
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$181.67
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$181.67

Tour to Etna Volcano and Taormina from Messina
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Visit two of Sicily’s most popular destinations without thinking about driving and parking on this guided tour from Messina. You’ll get driven almost all of the way up Mount Etna, stop for views, and then take an excursion the rest of the way to the summit if you choose. Next, explore Taormina, where you’ll shop near Corso Umberto I (own expense) and see the Greek Theater (Teatro Greco). Plus, finish this tour with a cannoli tasting for an extra treat.
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$110.11
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$110.11

Private Day Tour of Gole Alcantara with tradional food and wine tasting
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The Gole Alcantara is one of Sicily’s most popular attractions, and often has the crowds to match. On this private half-day tour, let a local guide help you sidestep the tourists and show you the park’s caverns and rock formations, gardens, and best swimming places. Later, explore the seaside town of Giardini Naxos on foot. Finish the tour with food and wine tasting at a local wine bar.
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$203.96
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$203.96
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Taormina Shore Excursion from Messina
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Make the most of your shore excursion with this 4-hour tour of the historic seaside resort of Taormina from Messina. See the beautiful cathedral and spectacular Greek Theater. Enjoy views over the Ionian Sea and Giardini Naxos Bay. Admire Mt. Etna looming over everything. Get a brief tour of Messina before returning to port.
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$60.57
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$60.57

Messina Private Walking Tour with "Sicilian Arancino and local wine" tasting
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Discover Messina’s key historical sights—and immerse yourself in the city’s idyllic, relaxed ambiance—on a private walking tour. Meet your guide directly at your hotel or port, and travel via air-conditioned car to the city center, if required. You’ll see many of Messina’s top landmarks, from the Messina Cathedral and its famed Astronomical Clock to the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele III and beyond. Afterwards, for an optional upgrade, head to a popular local wine bar for traditional Sicilian drinks and dishes.
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$144.92
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$144.92
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Private tour from Messina to Etna Volcano with an option of Food and Wine tasting
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Travel from your port or hotel through the Sicilian countryside to Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano. Admire the orchards of olive, lemon, orange, and almond trees along the way. Taste local wines and honey, visit natural areas around the crater, and enjoy free time to shop for lava souvenirs. End the day at a winery with views of the Ionian Sea, indulging in local foods like charcuterie, mushrooms, olives, and fresh bread.
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$279.10
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$279.10
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Best Shore Excursion in one day: Etna - Taormina - Godfather with food
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Private full day tour of the most important and beautiful Sicilian sites - Mount Etna Volcano (including honey, jams, olive oil, Etna DOC wines and liquors tasting), Taormina, the most important tourist resort in Europe, full of fascinating streets and ancient monuments. The Godfather tour with Food and Wine tasting in Savoca near the church where Michael Corleone married Apollonia.This tour is private - only for your party, nobody else, to ensure the highest quality for our guests, and includes pickup and drop-off.
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$295.20
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$295.20
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Mount Etna and winery private tour from Messina
The Etna wine tour gives you the opportunity to explore all about Etna's wine and Mount Etna, the highest active volcano of Europe. Your guide will lead you to discover the enthralling volcanic phenomena, walking through ancient forests, on old craters, and unique lava formations.
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$800.00
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$800.00
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Quad excursion from Montalbano Elicona to the Argimusco Plateau
A path in the forest of rare beauty with unique observation points that range from the Tyrrhenian Sea to Etna, the highest highest volcanological complex in Europe.
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$165.15
per group
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$165.15
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Wine Tasting tour from Messina
This experience start at the designated location (port, railway station, hotels) with a transfer to Linguaglossa.
You will enjoy a guided tour of the modern winery and then a tasting with a guide that give to you all the informations about the typical products. (The tasting is included in the price).
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$872.74
per group
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$872.74
per group

Private tour to Taormina and The Godfather filming locations from Messina
For 'Godfather' lovers this is a must-see tour. For everyone else, this is a golden opportunity to become acquainted with The Godfather in a very special manner. The tour continues to the charming Taormina with its ancient Corso Umberto. Explore this beautiful seaside resort town of Taormina with a private tour from Messina.
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$534.00
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$534.00
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Discover Messina on a private walking tour
On this guided private walking tour, you will explore Messina, one of the most ancient cities of Sicily with its beautiful boulevards and imposing palaces. Walk through the streets of Messina and see some of Sicily's most excellent cathedrals, museums, and monuments.
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$267.00
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$267.00
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Messina Shore Excursion: Private Tour Tindari, Milazzo And Messina
The private tour allows you to decide the breaks in the various places by sharing the timing with the driver and then pausing in the place that arouses more interest in you, upon request and based on the time at your disposal you can be accompanied to make your lunch in a characteristic restaurant on the Tyrrhenian coast.
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$234.92
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$234.92
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Private 8-hour Excursion to Taormina and Castelmola from Messina
With its Roman amphitheater and views over Mt. Etna, Taormina is a highlight of eastern Sicily. On this full-day tour, enjoy round-trip transportation from the Messina cruise port to visit both Taormina and the picturesque village of Castelmola overlooking the Bay of Giardini Naxos. Take in Messina’s top sights, including the cathedral and astronomical clock, before drop-off at the port.
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$314.53
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$314.53
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