Top Taormina Wine, Beer & Spirits

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.

Mount Etna is Europe's largest active volcano, but you don’t have to climb the mighty peak to experience the natural wonder. On this full-day tour from Taormina, hike through the ancient woodlands and lava caves of Mt Etna; indulge in a Sicilian-style lunch and wine tasting; and explore the Alcantara Gorge. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Sicily’s romantic atmosphere and unconventional history has seduced visitors for millennia, but they're easy to miss in the bustle of modern travel. This private walking tour immerses you in rustic hill towns and the history of the Sicilian Mafia—including visits to filming sites of The Godfather movie—and the anti-Mafia fight. Upgrade to end your tour with food and wine tastings or a traditional fish dinner at a local restaurant.

Indulge your love of food and wine on this all-day tour of the Etna countryside. After a convenient hotel pickup, learn about the region’s history and culture from a local guide as you cruise through scenic Sicilian villages. Stop at a family-run winery, a picturesque farmhouse with delicious food, and a pastry bar. Enjoy wine tastings and samples of local cheeses, salumi, and pastas included in the tour price.

Spend an evening immersed in Sicilian cuisine and culture on this 2.5-hour walking tour of Taormina. Led by a local guide, travel to the city’s top spots to sample fresh fish, bruschetta, sweet Sicilian cakes, and other regional specialties. Complement your dishes with a glass of Prosecco, red and white wine, and Italian liqueur. As you walk and taste, learn more about the city's culinary history from your guide.

Get a taste of Sicily with this private tour to Mt. Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano. Leave the driving to your private guide and take in the scenery as you drive through mountain villages, stopping at a local honey farm. Visit the famous Silvestri Craters and an Etna winery for lunch and a tasting of both red and white Sicilian wines. This tour can be customized, including the addition of a cable car ascent to 3000 meters up the volcano.

Soak up the atmosphere of some of the most popular Sicilian resorts on this private tour. See the top sites in Taormina, Castelmola, and Giardini Naxos where you will explore the Corso Umberto, the Greek and Odeon theaters, lovely historic palazzos St. Catherina Church, and the Duomo. Gain a deeper understanding of the beautiful island and its history as you spend approximately five hours touring and learning with your guide.

Your visit to Sicily wouldn’t be complete without visiting Mt. Etna. This private tour will bring you to the base of the volcano, affectionately known as “Mamma Etna” where your guide will share stories of the history and folklore about the highest active volcano in Europe. Other stops along the mountain take you to the mythical Cave of the Cyclops, to charming alpine towns, and past orange and lemon groves.

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.

This full-day excursion will allow you to first visit the picturesque village of Castiglione di Sicilia and then taste some wines of strictly local production, among the excellences in the field of the Etnean viticulture and not, discovering also the interesting production phases, walking through vineyards and ancient wineries. You will visit the first winery where you'll have a wine tasting; in the second winery, we'll also offer you lunch with typical Sicilian products.

Explore the ancient, volcanic slopes of Mount Etna during this full-day off-road experience from Taormina. Travel across the rugged terrain in a 4x4 vehicle and enjoy the lunar-like vistas as you explore lava formations, visit local vineyards, and sample local products. Tasting of local wines and products is also included.

Discover Taormina’s historic secrets and modern delights on a 3-hour walking tour of highlights like Palazzo Corvaja, Santa Caterina church and Vicolo Stretto — the narrowest street in town. Gain skip-the-line entry to the ancient Greek theater, which boasts magnificent views of Mt Etna and Giardini Naxos. In the main square of Piazza IX Aprile, rest your feet and refresh with a tasting of unique Mt Etna DOC wines and savory local products at an enoteca.

Discover the unique wines of Sicily’s Mt Etna DOC with a full-day tasting tour led by a sommelier guide. Visit three wineries on the slopes of the active volcano, where you can admire terraced vineyards and learn about historic and modern production methods. Use your taste buds to truly appreciate Etna’s distinctive terroir with samples of several varietals at each stop, and cap off the day with a gourmet lunch in the garden of a family-run estate.

Make the most of your time in Sicily with this convenient, cost-saving package. On the first tour, stroll through ancient Taormina, and discover its culinary highlights, from flaky pastries to fresh seafood. On the second, venture into the hills, see where “The Godfather” was filmed, and discover the region’s mafia history. And on the third tour, head to the slopes of Mt. Etna for winery and farmhouse visits.

Compare the unforgettable storyline of "The Godfather" saga with real-life Mafia history during this in-depth guided tour of two Sicilian villages. See filming locations, like the church where Micheal Corleone married his young bride, Apollonia. You’ll also hear true stories from Sicilian Mafia clans and learn about their grip on southern Italy. The small-group tour is limited to eight and concludes with a tasty pasta buffet at a typical trattoria.

Explore Mount Etna on a private tour from Taormina that introduces you to the landscapes and geological features of the volcano. You'll walk past lava flows, trek around a crater, and visit Rifugio Sapienza or Rifugio Citelli, plus check out a cave and see the Alcantara River. Then enjoy a wine tasting and brunch.

See a different side of Sicily with this tour of Mt. Etna that departs from Taormina. Enjoy breathtaking views and taste the wines of one of the best wineries of the area, all while on the highest active volcano of Europe. This excursion journeys to old craters and lava flow caves, and is perfect for adventurous travelers.

With volcanic soils, fresh sea air, and plenty of warm sunshine, the UNESCO–listed vineyards surrounding Mt. Etna are widely believed to produce some of Italy’s finest wines. On this tour, visit the famous Fischetti winery beneath Mt. Etna, and enjoy tastings of three Muscamento estate wines—a red, a white, and a rosé. Learn what differentiates the Etna DOC wines from others, and find out how wine is made the Sicilian way.

Visit Fischetti winery at the foot of Mt Etna on this wine-tasting tour from Taormina. You’ll enjoy tastings of three Muscamento estate wines—a red, a white and a rosé—which are part of the Etna DOC. Learn about the winery’s 80-year-old vines and other history as you soak up the Sicilian landscape.

Step into the Sicilian world of The Godfather with this half-day coach tour of the filming sites from Francis Coppola’s Italian-American gangster epic. Visiting the villages of Savoca and Forza d’Agro that were used to recreate old-world Corleone, the experience hits all the iconic film spots; Sit in Vito Corleone’s chair in Bar Vitelli and see the church where Michael wed Apollonia as you learn about the Corleone clan. The tour includes transport from hotels in Taormina, Giardini Naxos, and Letojanni for a convenient day out.

Learn how to cook delicious Sicilian specialties in a family atmosphere, in front of a beautiful garden in the heart of the historic center of Taormina, with a professional Chef. We will make your holiday in Sicily very special thanks tp the flavors and aromas of our splendid land. You will taste a thousand of ingredients wisely mixed together so as to never create monotony and you will discover new flavors through rich dishes that smell of sea, mountain, almond, ricotta or even oil, earth, life, of something good.

The tour will allow you to visit Savoca, Taormina and Messina without time limits you will decide the stops with your driver or hostess who will accompany you giving information on board the means of transport, plus at the end of the tour you can enjoy in a famous Pasticceria di Messina the real Sicilian cannolo made at the time sipping a glass of typical Sicilian almond wine.

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Start your culinary journey across Sicilian cooking traditions. Take advantage of your time on the island of Sicily and learn some true Italian cooking methods, old traditional Sicilian recipes, and how cooking is different in regions of Sicily. Discover the secrets of traditional Sicilian cuisine during this private cooking class led by a professional chef.