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Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour

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Sicily, Italy
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5 to 6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

Tour to Taormina where you can visit its famous sites like the Greek theater, the Cathedral and a view on Mount Etna and the bay of Giardini Naxos. Continue with a transfer to the town of Castelmola and head back to Messina port of Hotel.

What's Included

  • Transport by air-conditioned coach/bus, minivan
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • This is a shared tour. According the number of bookings the group can be of 28 people
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

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We can pick up where the customer needs. Just indicate at time of booking.

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Largo Giacomo Minutoli
98122 Messina ME, Italy

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

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Sicily4you (pass by)

Start of tour at Messina port or Hotel
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Porta Catania di Taormina (pass by)

The tour will start from Messina and the drop off will be Taormina at Porta Catania
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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

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

Messina (pass by)

At the end of the day, you will be transferred back to Messina. Back to the port in time for the cruise-ship departure.
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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
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • At time of booking, Hotel guests must provide the name of Hotel

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour?

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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Activity code: C-14370P15

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Transport by air-conditioned coach/bus, minivan
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • This is a shared tour. According the number of bookings the group can be of 28 people
  • 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
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • At time of booking, Hotel guests must provide the name of Hotel
  • 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers

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