The Godfather & Taormina: Private Shore Excursion Messina Port
Overview
Enjoy an exclusive, worry-free experience specially designed for cruise passengers! Your personal driver will meet you directly at your ship’s gate at Messina Port for an unforgettable journey through Sicilian history, cinema, and breathtaking beauty.
We’ll begin in the charming village of Savoca, world-famous as a filming location for the cinematic masterpiece The Godfather. You’ll have the opportunity to wander through its picturesque stone alleyways, admire the panoramic Church of San Nicolò, and enjoy a delicious traditional granita at the legendary Bar Vitelli.
Next, we’ll head to Taormina, the Pearl of the Ionian Sea, where you’ll have plenty of free time to explore the famous Ancient Theatre, shop along the elegant Corso Umberto, and be captivated by breathtaking views of the sea and Mount Etna.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What To Expect
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Messina Cruise Port (pass by)
Savoca
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Taormina
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Messina
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
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
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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.
- Private transportation.
- WiFi on board.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the The Godfather & Taormina: Private Shore Excursion Messina Port is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Godfather & Taormina: Private Shore Excursion Messina Port will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
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.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
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
