Taormina Boat Tour : from Messina private cruise tours
Overview
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Don't waste time with the usual tourist traps! Join us by choosing one of our tours and we will overwhelm you with a whirlwind of emotions, legends, traditions and culture. You will feel part of the family, but with an extra touch of Sicilian charm.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Messina
Disembarked from the ship we will wait for you at the cruise terminal, at the exit of gate 5 of the port of Messina where I will be there waiting for you with a sign with your name and surname. From here we will start our journey to Isola Bella and Taormina Bay where your boat tour will begin.
Isola Bella
The boat tour begins in one of the most beautiful nature reserves ever seen in Sicily. It is a marine park with crystal clear waters that houses the famous Blue Grotto of Taormina. Isola Bella is home to a beautiful tropical / Mediterranean garden, a villa and a beautiful swimming pool overlooking the waters of the marine park. The tour also includes a visit to the Sant'Andrea cave, a visit to all four bays that go from Giardini Naxos to the Bay of Sirens, the Faraglione and capotaormina. It will be in the latter location that we will stop to swim and make a refreshment with prosecco, water and almond pastes.
Options
private
What‘s Included
The price of the boat tour is included in the price of the product
On our tour there will always be a guide who will help us on the tour
Private transportation
Bottled water
WiFi on board
It is advisable to bring DA shoes because the beach is rocky
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tour hours can be changed based on the time the ship is in port
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best day yet
Adventure34863414410,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was a perfect blend of land and sea. Skillful driver, clean van. During our time on the boat we enjoyed breathtaking sights, time to swim and snorkel, and Prosecco with fruit platter. Our tour guide spoke excellent English and was both knowledgeable and helpful. She recommended a fantastic local restaurant.
Unforgettable!
karolag127,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best tour that we’ve had during our cruise. Alessandro was really welcoming and funny, he assisted us in every step. Highly recommend!
fantastic experience well worth your money!
hannahfF3775ZV,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From the start it was amazing. Alessandro was so good at communicating with us prior to our arrival in the port and so helpful in getting us back to our boat in time. Our guides were early and told us so much. We had Alessandro and Marissa and they were amazing! They told us fun facts all the way to the boat and once we were on the boat the fun continued. We saw so many caves and got to jump off the boat and it felt like a party. They were so helpful with taking photos of all of us. Our guides were dancing and singing with us and we got to do karaoke in the van on the way to town. Marissa was so helpful when exploring because she asked what we wanted to see and found a perfect spot for each of us. They also took us to see the clock tower and told so many facts about it. Overall, I would highly recommend this experience because it was one of the best days we had on our cruise!
The best!!!
JJSouthFlorida,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Max (driver) and Hannah (tour guide) were both incredible from before the tour started. When I received my confirmation the day before I noticed, I had made a mistake in booking and Max was extremely accommodating in getting us booked for what we had wanted (the boat tour). He was very clear about the time and location of the pick up, which made finding him when getting off the cruise ship very easy and stress free. His van was spacious and extremely comfortable. He even had water for us. Hannah was very knowledgeable about every place we visited, made sure to take lots of family photos and was very friendly and accommodating to our needs. I highly recommend this tour! It was probably our favorite thing we did during our cruise.
Exceptional Experience!
Wander26083892112,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the most amazing time on our boat and land tour of Taormina, Sicily! It was the perfect way to experience the beauty of the area — seeing the coastline from the water was absolutely breathtaking, and exploring Taormina on land was just as magical. A special thank you to our wonderful tour guides, Alessandro and Marisa, who made the experience even more memorable. Marisa was incredibly knowledgeable, shared so many interesting details about Sicily, and was especially wonderful with our daughter. Her kindness and patience made the tour so enjoyable for our whole family. They also arranged for a special birthday surprise for my 40th! Cake, Prosecco and fresh fruit! The views, the charm of Taormina, and the unforgettable scenery made this one of the highlights of our trip. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Sicily!
A highlight. Worth the money.
jessicalQ8968PP,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful excursion. The staff was very attentive and professional.
Best tour we booked
p0212,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was by far the best tour of our entire 3 week trip. Alessandro communicated well, was on time and went above and beyond. Our boat trip was fabulous!
Exceptional treatment with many details that we loved
milagrosag818,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Recommended 100% , Taormina walk and the perfect boat coast , A charm Alessandro , Marisa and Salvatore , thank you very much for the treatment received , we loved 🥰
To repeat.
C9062GYmiguelc,Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great deal. Very nice. And very attentive. We've been taken for a walk in Tourmina. Messina. And she guides them in Spanish. Out of 10
"It was such a wonderful experience that there are no words to describe it!".
N2954TCcaterinam,Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was fantastic, not only for the lovely places but also for the impeccable organization that made everything more pleasant and relaxing." Thanks Alessandro definitely come back 👏👏🔝🔝🔝💯
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