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Catania Shore Excursion: Catania to Taormina and Castelmola

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Catania, Italy
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On average, this is booked 27 (0) days in advance.

5 to 6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

This small-group tour from Catania to Taormina allows you to visit its famous sites like the Greek theater, the Cathedral and a view on Mount Etna and bay of Giardini Naxos. Visit is on your own. Guide will give information on the vehicle and then free time for the visit. Continue with a transfer to the town of Castelmola and head back to Catania to the starting point.

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned car, minivan or bus-coach
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
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Porta Catania di Taormina (pass by)

The ancient city door
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Taormina

In Taormina you can visit the Greek theater(Extra cost), Palazzo Corvaja, and Cathedral. You can admire an amazing view of Mount Etna and bay of Giardini Naxos. You will have 2 hours to visit the town by yourself. Guide will give all the information on the bus.You will have a walk along Corso Umberto (the ancient Roman street Valeria). You will be enchanted by Taormina, the charming pearl of the Mediterranean which is always able to seduce even the most inattentive visitor.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Corso Umberto (pass by)

The main street in Taormina. Free time on your own
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Ancient Theatre of Taormina

Optional vist on your own. (Extra cost)
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Castelmola

Castelmola is a little nice town just above Taormina. Discover this little town that is famous for the pottery and almond wine. Also here you can enjoy a beautiful landscape, with a wonderful overlook of the Mount Etna (more than 3,330 mt, the highest volcano in Europe), and the magnificent bay of Giardini - Naxos. Visit on your own. Guide will give all the information on the bus
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required. Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative tour or full refund.
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Catania Shore Excursion: Catania to Taormina and Castelmola?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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What's Included

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  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned car, minivan or bus-coach
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Driver/guide
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required. Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative tour or full refund.
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers

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