Taormina Castelmola : private cruise tour from Messina
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
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Messina
Get ready for an unforgettable experience! Our tour will start from Messina, the ancient "gateway to Sicily", where history and modernity, legends and traditions, resilience and beauty come together. After our meeting, along the panoramic road that runs along the port in the shape of a sickle, you will be able to admire the statue of the Madonna della Lettera, patron saint of Messina that welcomes anyone arriving from the sea. From here will begin our tour to two jewels of our territory: Castelmola and Taormina.
Castelmola
Our first stop will be the charming medieval village of Castelmola, perched on a hill overlooking the landscape! Castelmola, which was once the site of an ancient Norman castle, is now known to host one of the most particular bars in the world: the Bar Turrisi! An authentic Sicilian landmark known for its unique furnishings. Here we will take a break to explore the cultural significance of the iconic phallic shapes used as bar decorations. Far from being vulgar, they are a vivid tribute to ancient Greek culture, symbolising the very essence of freedom, fertility and life. This is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of the famous almond wine along with delicious Sicilian cannoli.
Options
Taormina Castelmola : private cruise tour from Messina
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Bottled water
The times described in the tour can be changed based on the departure of the ship
There will be a companion with me who will help us on the tour
Fruit juice bottled water cannoli tasting
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
229 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful Family Tour
Matthew M,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful family tour from the port of Messina to Castelmola and Taormina. Everything about the day was enjoyable and well organized. Our driver, Alessandro, was fantastic and even arranged a special experience for a family celebration, which made the day especially memorable. Hana, our tour guide, was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. She did a great job explaining what we were seeing and offered excellent recommendations for food and shopping along the way. Her guidance made the experience even better. I could not be happier with my choice to book this tour. It was a perfect day for our family, and I would absolutely recommend it to others.
Family trip to Taormina
melissabQ6161IM,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time! Melissa and Alessandro kindly altered the itinerary to allow our kids a chance to explore the beach. Their food recommendations were wonderful. Highly recommend!!
Very kind
Trek699989,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00💯 Highly recommended. Very responsible and punctual. Marisa and Alessandro were very kind and attentive. We loved
Great day
Metcalfe01,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hana was an excellent guide. She anticipated what we wanted from the tour, and adapted throughout the day. Very knowledgable and has great people skills.
Highly recommend for your excursions!
JudIth C,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our experience was seamless from start to finish. Hana was both knowledgeable and passionate about the history of the area. They even arranged a special surprise for our group! We had time to explore, eat the local food, and to shop with no stress. We left with many new memories that we won’t soon forget. I highly recommend Alessandro for your excursion. Don’t think twice- book it!
Amazing day in Sicily.
kimrE8238MD,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best day touring Sicily with Alexandro and Pari. We had no idea we would have two wonderful guides throughout the day to show us this amazing place. They were on time picking us up in a spacious van at our cruise port. We were also back on time so no need to worry about that. I would highly recommend using this company.
Absolutely fantastic!!!
Melissa S,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Pari and Fabrizio were SO fantastic!!!! Pari was our tour guide and Fabrizio was our driver. These two exceeded our expectations and made our day wonderful, probably our favorite trip! Pari was full of interesting knowledge and she was so well spoken and intelligent. My kids learned so many interesting facts and she was so sweet and fun with them! I could not have asked for a better tour!!
A Great Day!
Caroline B,May 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I would do this tour again! We learned a lot, saw beautiful sights, had great food and made great memories. We never felt rushed during the tour. It’s always great to learn about a place from locals! Marisa and Alessandro were the BEST we had Lots of Fun!
A Great Day!
P1234RVcarolineb,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I would do this tour again! We learned a lot, saw beautiful sights, had great food and made great memories. We never felt rushed during the tour. It’s always great to learn about a place from locals! Marisa and Alessandro were the BEST we had Lots of Fun!
Unforgettable Experience
705cathyi,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience booking a tour through Sicily with Fulvio, Marisa and Mac! Marisa took us through the beautiful towns of Savoca and Taormina, and every part of the day was unforgettable. Marisa and Fulvio were incredibly informative, sharing so much history, culture, and local insight along the way. More than that, they made us feel like family from the moment we met them. Fulvio and Marisa’s warmth, professionalism, and passion for Sicily truly made the tour special. We never felt rushed, and they made sure we were comfortable and enjoying ourselves throughout the experience. We would absolutely recommend Booking Sicily Tours with Alessandro to anyone visiting Sicily and would gladly book another tour with them again in the future! Thank you for an incredible experience Santino and Caterina
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