Tours in Taormina

Private tour by comfortable air-conditioned car with a personal local guide to the must-see Sicilian hilltop villages that have become world-known thanks to F.F. Coppola, who filmed his legendary "The Godfather" here - Top Three of the Greatest American Movies. This tour is private - only for your party, nobody else, to ensure the highest standards for our clients. Get the fascinating, friendly and informative insight into the filming process and trivia, learn the real Sicilian mafia story, its structure, rise and development till nowadays, discover the history and culture of the movie locations and Sicily itself, and feel the romantically rustic atmosphere of old Sicily. At the end of the tour you will have a traditional lunch in a "Trattoria." Lunch consists of typical local products: cheeses, salami, ham, sun-dried tomatoes from Taormina, olives, homemade bread, a portion of parmigiana, a portion of caponata, pasta alla norma, local wine and for dessert, lemon sorbet.

Learn to make and bake an authentic Italian pizza at a 4-hour pizza class in Taormina. Led by an experience pizza chef, the hands-on experience will teach you how to make and stretch the dough, work with toppings and sauce, and more.

This tour gives you the opportunity to visit Taormina (the ancjent greek colony founded in the 5th century b.C.) with its Greek Theater, Corso Umberto (the pedestrian path) and its exclusive shops and delicious cake shops. You will enjoy the spectacular landscapes and the famous reserve called Isola Bella, a marine nature riserve, that's an Unesco Heritage patrimony. The tour also includes the visit of the medieval, picturesque village of Castelmola and a quick panoramic tour of the town the tour begins.

This full-day tour allows you to go from a morning visit to Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, to the beautiful and surprising valley of Alcantara river in the afternoon. In the first part of the excursion, you will submerge in nature and visit old craters and lava flow caves, enjoy breathtaking views, and taste typical local products. In the afternoon, before seeing the famous basaltic canyon named Gorges, you will walk next the river Alcantara through a lush vegetation until to visit the Gurne, little lakes created by the same river.

Ascending the southern slope of Mount Etna, we will cross the lava flow of 1983 and 2002, and see up close its destructive effects. We will reach an altitude of 2.000 meters, where you can visit the Silvestri Craters originated from the eruption of 1892. Here you will walk on the edge of the craters, admiring the breathtaking landscape. On the way back, we will stop in a Honey Farm where you can learn the procedures for production of organic honey and taste varieties of honey and many other typical products like extra virgin olive oil, wine, Sicilian pesto etc. In Taormina, you will walk through the town enjoying the beauty of the historical center and the city's main attractions (Greek Theater, Cathedral, Belvedere Square). Afterwords, we will visit the characteristic medieval village of Castelmola with its Cathedral and the main square with its wonderful view on Mount Etna. An almost compulsory stop is Turrisi Coffee Shop, where it is possible to taste a special almond wine.

Experience the magic of the Sicilian resort town of Taormina when it cool down on this narrated walking tour. Your guide will reveal the history, culture, natural beauty and archaeology of this fascinating town perched on a hill as you visit Greek Theatre, Palazzo Corvaja, the ancient Roman theater, Piazza Duomo and other important areas and monuments. Enjoy coastal views from Corso Umberto and immerse yourself in the energy and typical Sicilian vibe of Old Town.

An offer you can't refuse! From Catania, travel to the magic villages used by Francis Ford Coppola as scenario of the unforgettable movies of the Godfather's trilogy.

Our service stands out for its personalized experience, warm welcome and attention to detail. Each transfer is private, direct and tailor-made to ensure comfort, punctuality and relaxation. We offer airport reception with a name sign, modern and air-conditioned vehicles, professional and helpful drivers, and the possibility of adding stops or special requests along the way. It is much more than a simple transfer: it is a first taste of Sicilian hospitality

What's better than a cooking class to learn how to prepare Sicilian Pizza and Cannoli just a few steps from the Sea of Taormina and Naxos? Together with the "Family Siciliano" you will learn to use fresh and local ingredients, which enhance the flavor of each dish, and make Italy and Sicily famous throughout the world. With Chef Mimmo you will learn the art of preparing Pizza and typical "Bruschetta" with local products: Pachino cherry tomatoes, basil, oregano and olive oil. With the father Siciliano, a great local pastry Chef, you will create the famous Cannoli, learning the secrets of preparing the perfect wafer and cream that make Cannoli the most famous Sicilian dessert in the world. Furthermore, you will learn how to make "Angel Wings", typical traditional sweets which in Sicilian are called "Chiacchiere", and which are popular sweets of the Carnival period. And then everyone to the table, facing the Mediterranean Sea, to enjoy your creations accompanied by a tasting of Limoncello.

The tour will be a private tour you will live the experience of knowing the most representative places of the Godfather Film, having in addition the possibility to visit Taormina the pearl of the Ionian coast of Sicily, all receiving information on the places you will visit in edge of a comfortable and elegant mini van.

Admire the incredible beauty of the unspoiled nature of the Sicilian countryside. The tour is private – only your party, and includes pick-up and drop-off by comfortable air-conditioned car at your accommodation/port. At the Ranch, after a safety briefing and a bit of practice in the riding arena, take a 1-hour horseback tour exploring the fascinating flora and fauna of Etna Park with a professional guide. The tour is suitable for all ages. Please note: this horseback riding tour is designed for beginners and does not include trotting or galloping. The experience is kept at a basic level, ensuring a safe and enjoyable ride for all participants. After the horseback riding tour, have a traditional lunch at a Sicilian restaurant. Taste locally produced cheeses, salami, prosciutto, olives, traditional ricotta, pasta and local wine.

Unique and fascinating experience, you will relive the experience of "entering" to be part of the film by the great director Fransis Ford Coppola! we will visit two cities that will leave you indelibly moved... Guaranteed fun!

✅ Personalized & Hassle-Free Experience Our expert driver will be waiting at the arrival gate, ensuring a smooth pickup. You'll have direct contact with the driver, avoiding intermediaries and long waits. ✅ Luxury & Comfort for Every Traveler Travel in style with our Mercedes Benz E-Class (up to 3 passengers) or Mercedes Benz Vito, V-Klasse, and Sprinter (up to 8 passengers). All vehicles are air-conditioned and feature large trunks for your luggage. ✅ Punctuality & Flexibility We monitor flight schedules for delays, ensuring an on-time and smooth journey at any hour. ✅ Professional, Friendly & Local Experts Our multilingual drivers offer a safe, comfortable ride and can share local tips for your trip. ✅ Fixed Prices & No Surprises Enjoy transparent pricing—what you book is what you pay. Book now for reliable, luxury travel and a warm Sicilian welcome!

An Authentic Experience in Sicily Live a unique food and wine journey in the heart of Sicily. Everything unfolds in a traditional Sicilian home, where the warm, genuine hospitality makes this experience truly unforgettable. You’ll be welcomed by Angela herself and guided through the most authentic flavors of the island. Enjoy a selection of traditional dishes lovingly prepared from treasured family recipes. The meal is paired with outstanding wines from the prestigious Campo Re winery, located 750 meters up the northern slope of Mount Etna, the very vineyards once favored by King Vittorio Emanuele II during his visits to Sicily. These carefully chosen wines offer you the rare pleasure of tasting Sicily as once reserved for royalty. This is much more than a normal tasting: it is an intimate and exclusive journey into Sicilian culture, traditions and stories, different from the usual journey in a restaurant.

Experience a thrilling Jeep tour on Mt Etna followed by a trek along one of the paths of the highest active volcano in Europe.  

The tour allows people who have little time available to visit the most suggestive places of the Ionian coast of Sicily by mixing history, landscapes and culture. You will see the splendid panoramas of Etna, you will admire the town of Savoca where the most suggestive scenes of the film The Godfather were filmed and you will go shopping and walk in the historic Taormina full of restaurants, street food and souvenir shops.

Discover Sicilian Culture in a Foodie & Winie SMALL GROUP Tour (maximum 8 Guests). 8 Days / 7 Nights visiting Taormina, Mt. Etna, Noto, Syracuse and Palermo. Enjoy the best Sicilian Organic Food & Wines. Visit Etna Farmhouses and Wineries, Learn cooking tricks in Family Trattoria and visit colourful Street Markets and taste their StreetFood. Included 8 Tours/Activities with Licensed Local Guide. Accommodation options in 4* centrally located Hotels.   Overnights in Taormina, Syracuse & Palermo. All ground Transfers in 8 seats A/C  Mercedes Minivan or Mercedes Car and licensed driver, including Pick up and drop off to Airport. 24 hours coordination from arrival to departure.

This Day trip to Siracusa will take you back 2000 years, to show the greatness of a city that was among the most powerful cities of ancient Greece, and the beauty of the “Late Sicilian Baroque” in Noto. The  Excursion Siracusa Noto is suggested if you start from  Hotels or  Ports of   Taormina Area and sourrounding. This is a tour for everyone, without difficulty and very interesting, from an archaeological and architectural point of view.

Sicily is famous for its delicious street food. In this tour we combine the vist of one the most beautiful sicilian town, that's Taormina, and the vist of the town of the Strait, that's Messina. During the visit of Messina we stop in 2 different very famous street food place, to taste the famous rice ball of Messina and the delicious "cannolo siciliano"

Your private driver will pick you up at your hotel or agreed meeting point in a relaxed atmosphere, you will arrive at the archaeological park of Neapolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the most important archaeological parks in Italy. Here you will discover the most significant ancient monuments - Greek Theatre, the largest in Sicily, legendary cave "Ear of Dionysius", famous for its unique acoustics, Hiero altar, the ancient Greek quarries "Latomie", Roman amphitheater, the Aretusa spring and enjoy spectacular panoramic views from the top of the hill. Then you will visit Ortigia: the Greek temple Apollo, the Cathedral square with its bright limestone buildings - the cathedral, Palazzo Beneventano, the church of Santa Lucia, the Arethusa fountain, the Jewish Quarter, Piazza Archimedes, Diana's fountain, the Fish Point of Sale, where you can feel the unforgettable atmosphere of Southern Italy. And finally the beautiful NOTO with its baroque UNESCO site

Enjoy a day to the discovery of two wonderful locations of the Ionian coast: Messina and Taormina. Starting from Messina, drive for almost 50 minutes and reach Taormina and walk from Porta Catania – the Southern entrance to the town – towards Corso Umberto which is its main street. Here take the opportunity to discover the monuments, the wonderful squares with their views above Mt Etna and the coast and taste an authentic Sicilian cannoli or a delicious arancino. After two hours and 30 minutes in this unique location drive back towards Messina and admire the historical heritage of Sicily’s third-largest city visiting the monuments and the churches but also the natural beauties driving among the coast till Capo Peloro – the nearest point of the island to the mainland and also the best point of observation of the Strait of Messina. At the end of the tour, return to the departure point where the driver and the guide will say goodbye inviting you for a long second journey in Sicily.

First of all You can choice between a Shared small group tour or a Private Tour only for Your party. The Tour takes you into the historic Taormina’s old city centre, and ideal place to get a real taste of Taormina. Savour its delicious food, soak in its vibrant culture, and meet the people who keep so many wonderful food & wine traditions alive. Meeting at Porta Messina, the entrance ancient gate of Corso Umberto, find the traditional food spots in town on a 2 hours and half Tour! Led by a local food & wine loving guide You will visit 3 different venues: -In the first one You will be welcoming with a Prosecco glass. Here You will try different samples of fresh SEAFOOD accompanied by typical sicilian white wine. -In the second Venue You will try some samples of Sicilian LANDFOOD accompanied by typical Sicilian Red Wine. -Third Venue will be a Typical Sicilian Patisserie for Sicilian pastries & liquors Sample a variety of delicious regional specialties. Eat and drink like Locals do!

You will be picked up at your hotel by your personal guide in a comfortable air-conditioned car and your private trip to the highest active volcano in Europe will start. On the way to Etna, you will learn the geological history of the volcano and what it is like for the Etnean people to live on an active volcano. Your first stop will be at a honey farm on the slopes of Etna where you will try locally produced honey and wine. Then you will continue your ascent between old and new lava flows, black valleys and extinct craters to reach 6560 feet (2000m) above the sea level. A small walk on a crater will let you reach the panoramic point from which you will admire all the Ionian coastline view. A glass of the finest Italian Prosecco will be coupled with a breathtaking sunset in front of you. Take your time, explore lava formations, breathe in the cristalline mountain air. When you are ready your guide will bring you back to your hotel.

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Taormina, you've come to the right place! With this digital guide created with the support of a local, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Taormina! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian Aperitivo in authentic local restaurants, and much more!