Private Godfather and Taormina Boat Tour with Arancino Tasting
Overview
Private Tour from Taormina by comfortable car or minivan with personal guide/driver to Savoca, the must-see Sicilian hill town world-known thanks to F.F. Coppola, who filmed his legendary "The Godfather" here. Learn about the filming process and interesting trivia, learn the real Sicilian Mafia story, its structure, rise and development, and anti-Mafia fight.
Later, descend to the Mediterranean sea and have a boat tour (NOT Private boat tour) of Taomina coastline and Isola Bella. This is a unique experience to admire the beauty of Taormina coastline, Isola Bella and Blue Grotto. Pears and Mt. Etna from the Sea! The boat tour is about 2 hours. During the tour will have a traditional arancino tasting
What's Included
- Boat tour (the boat tour is not private) of Taormina Bay
- Private Tour exclusively for your party
- Arancino al ragù tasting
- Explanation of The Godfather movie and the real Mafia history
- Walking tour of Savoca (Bar Vitelli + Church where Micheal married Apollonia)
- Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off by private comfortable air-conditioned car
- Personal local English-speaking driver/guide
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
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Savoca
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Giardini Naxos
2 hours 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
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- The boat tour is Not private
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Private Godfather and Taormina Boat Tour with Arancino Tasting?
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Activity code: C-35040P65
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- 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).
- Boat tour (the boat tour is not private) of Taormina Bay.
- Private Tour exclusively for your party.
- Arancino al ragù tasting.
- Explanation of The Godfather movie and the real Mafia history.
- Walking tour of Savoca (Bar Vitelli + Church where Micheal married Apollonia).
- Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off by private comfortable air-conditioned car.
- Personal local English-speaking driver/guide.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Godfather and Taormina Boat Tour with Arancino Tasting is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Godfather and Taormina Boat Tour with Arancino Tasting 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
- Boat tour (the boat tour is not private) of Taormina Bay
- Private Tour exclusively for your party
- Arancino al ragù tasting
- Explanation of The Godfather movie and the real Mafia history
- Walking tour of Savoca (Bar Vitelli + Church where Micheal married Apollonia)
- Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off by private comfortable air-conditioned car
- Personal local English-speaking driver/guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- The boat tour is Not private
