Taormina Private Shore Tour from Messina cruise port | 5 hours to 8 hours

23 Reviews | Sicily
From $413.38 per group Lowest Price Guarantee
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4 to 6 passengers
2 Adults x $440.97
$881.94
Approx Total
$881.94
Minivan
Pickup included
1 to 3 passengers
2 Adults x $409.47
$818.94
Approx Total
$818.94
Pickup included
7 to 8 passengers
2 Adults x $493.46
$986.92
Approx Total
$986.92
Minivan
Pickup included
1 hour stop in Castelmola 1-3
2 Adults x $440.97
$881.94
Approx Total
$881.94
1 hour stop in Castelmola: By choosing this option you will also have a 1 hour stop in Castelmola, one of the most beautiful medieval village in Italy
Pickup included
1 hour stop in Castelmola 7-8
2 Adults x $556.46
$1,112.92
Approx Total
$1,112.92
1 hour stop in Castelmola: By choosing this option you will have about 1 hour stop in Castelmola, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy
Pickup included
1 hour stop in Castelmola 4-6
2 Adults x $503.96
$1,007.92
Approx Total
$1,007.92
1 hour stop in Castelmola: By choosing this option you will also have 1 hour stop in Castelmola, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance tickets
  • Tour Guide

Overview

Discover Taormina, a jewel unique in the world with our private shore tour from Messina port. Your driver will pick you up from the cruise port at your most preferred time. On board of a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, you will reach the historical centre of Taormina, where you will have free time to explore the pearl of Mediterranean: the wonderful Greek Roman Theatre with terrific views over Mount Etna and the bay, the Cathedral of San Nicolò di Bari, the Public Gardens, the fascinating Corso Umberto with its boutiques and colorful balconies and much more. You will have the chance to take the cable car to reach the bay of Taormina and see Isola Bella, which is a protected natural site as well as a beautiful beach. The driver will pick you up from the bay or the centre at the agreed time to take you back to your cruise. Kindly note that it is also possible to add a tour guide at extra cost.

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Itinerary

  • Taormina

    Our driver will pick you up from your cruise port at your most preferred time. On board of a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, you will reach Taormina center, where you will have free time to explore the pearl of Mediterranean: the wonderful Greek Roman Theatre with terrific views over Mount Etna and the bay, the Cathedral of San Nicolò di Bari, the Public Gardens, the fascinating Corso Umberto with its boutiques and colorful balconies and much more. You will have the chance to take the cable car (cost € 3,00 per person one way) to reach the bay of Taormina and see Isola Bella, which is a protected natural site as well as a beautiful beach. The driver will pick you up from the bay or the centre at the agreed time.

    5 hours

  • Corso Umberto

    Stroll along Corso Umberto, the main colorful pedestrian street of Taormina.

    1 hour

  • Piazza IX Aprile

    Piazza IX Aprile lies along Corso Umberto and opens onto a terrace with a beautiful view of Mt. Etna and the bay. There is square stone clock tower and San Giuseppe church

    15 minutes

  • Ancient Theatre of Taormina

    The Greek Theatre of Taormina is the most fascinating historical monument in the pearl of the Ionian Sea, a world-famous tourist attraction.

    30 minutes

  • Duomo di Taormina

    The duomo of Taormina is dedicated to St. Nicholas, with its austere stone façade stands in the charming Piazza del Duomo. The Cathedral of Taormina, is part of the medieval buildings of Taormina and in its external appearance, it maintains the characteristics of Sicilian Romanesque-Gothic architecture.

    15 minutes

  • Villa Comunale

    The public gardens were created by Florence Trevelyan, an English woman who planted rare species here and built the fanciful and imaginative Victorian stone follies that still survive today. its position offers some excellent viewpoints.

    30 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

April 25100% refund
April 26No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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4.9

23 reviews

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Very nice pick up from cruise port to Taormina.

Published on Oct, 2024

Giovanni picked us up in a van and drove us to Taormina to start the tour. He had a heavy accent but spoke English and was very nice and a good driver. He drove us to see the area where the movie, the godfather was filmed and then back to Messina. Giovanni was very nice and went out of his way to make sure everything was great. I would recommend this driver and tour if you are in Messina from the cruise port.

Brilliant from start to finish

Published on Sep, 2024

An excellent service, text to say the driver was waiting at the port for us so not to worry. Walked out and there he was dressed immaculately waiting for us. Took us Castelmola first and had an hour which was perfect. He was there to take us onto Taormina at the time he told us. We had three hours there which again was the right amount of time. He was at pick up point waiting for us to take us back to the ship. A lovely day and brilliant service. I would highly recommend this company who are efficient and reliable.

Best service !!!

Published on Sep, 2024

Best service ever! Picked up on time. Luxery vehicle with very professional drivers . Took us to castemola and tarimina on same day! I would highly recommend this company! Awesome job!

Helped us Tailor our own day .

Published on Aug, 2024

The tour contact was prompt and eager to please us which was easy and appreciated. The driver was waiting for us and prompt. It made a trip pleasant and easy . Nothing was too hard .

Perfect short trip to Castelmola and Taormina from Messina cruise port

Published on Aug, 2024

Nino was phenomenal! He was very attentive, and gave us good recommendations for a short day. We only wanted to have a private driver to go Castelmola and Taormina and he delivered to perfection. The time was perfect in each place and he let us roam free. We have a great time, I recommend Nino and the service 100%

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