From Messina Cruise Terminal: Taormina+ Godfather tour+Arancino
Overview
Feel the unique relaxed atmosphere of Taormina the most famous Sicilian resort. You will walk the main street of Taormina - Corso Umberto - vibrant and lively, but still relaxed and romantic. You will see such important sights as Palazzo Corvaja and Roman Theatre Odeon of the 2nd century. Then continue to Duomo square and learn about the influence of the Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans and Spaniards. In the second part of the tour we will go to Savoca(village famous for the movie "The Godfather"). We will visit the Bar Vitelli( where Michael the first time met Apollonia's father) and the church where Michael Corleone married Apollonia. At the end of the tour you have sicilian lunch in traditional Trattoria with salami, prosciutto, Etna cheeses, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, caponata, pasta alla norma and lemon sorbet with local wine. This tour is private, to ensure the highest quality for our guests, and includes pickup and drop-off in Messina.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Hotel/port pickup and drop off
- Round trip transportation by comfortable air-conditioned car
- Private Taormina walking tour
- Private tour of "The Godfather" locations in Savoca, including Bar Vitelli visit
- Private local English speaking guide
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Your private guide will pick you up at your accommodation, train station or port in Messina
What To Expect
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- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- 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).
- Bottled water.
- Hotel/port pickup and drop off.
- Round trip transportation by comfortable air-conditioned car.
- Private Taormina walking tour.
- Private tour of "The Godfather" locations in Savoca, including Bar Vitelli visit.
- Private local English speaking guide.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the From Messina Cruise Terminal: Taormina+ Godfather tour+Arancino is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Hotel/port pickup and drop off
- Round trip transportation by comfortable air-conditioned car
- Private Taormina walking tour
- Private tour of "The Godfather" locations in Savoca, including Bar Vitelli visit
- Private local English speaking guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
