4 Sicily Shore Excursions Tours to Build a Day Around

1.Full Day Taormina and Castelmola Tour with Messina Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 237 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $145Our pick

Travel from Messina or Giardini Naxos port to hilltop Castelmola and Taormina with guides such as Sabrina, Katia, Sara, or Mariarita. Walk Corso Umberto, enter the Greek-Roman Theater, enjoy Etna views, and have free time for food and shopping.

“This was a great private excursion off of the cruise ship. We were picked up the cruise terminal as planned and on time. Our guide Katia and driver Peppe were very friendly and we started our journey to Castleloma. We knew at the start of the day that rain was imminent and throughout the day they were to receive about 2” of rain. We were prepared for it and so was Katia and she provided full size umbrellas for our group of four. Casteloma was stunning, but heavy fog severely limited visibility which was a shame. We proceeded to Taormina and toured the area including the Greek/Roman theater. We had…”

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2.Best Shore Excursion Etna, Taormina, Messina With Tasting Of Sicilian Products

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $227Top rated

From Messina’s port, a private driver and hostess take you to Mount Etna, Taormina, and Messina’s cathedral square. You’ll have time for crater views, independent exploring, and a tasting of honey, olives, wines, liqueurs, and olive oil. Museum and theater tickets cost extra.

“The tour we received did not cover most of the items from the tour description on Viator website (see below for summary), so this misrepresentation is very disappointing. We contacted Viator to no avail. We will be disputing this charge with our credit card company immediately. From Tour Description on Website: Mount Etna Walk on the sylvan craters with a breathtaking view of the Ionian coast of Sicily. 1 hour • Admission Ticket Free 2 Tempio Votivo di Cristo Re Short stop for souvenir photos from the panoramic balcony of Messina 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free NOT PROVIDED 3 Duomo di Messina Stop to visit the famous Piazza del…”

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3.Taormina Private Tour from Hotel or Cruise Terminal of Messina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $156

Travel by private air-conditioned van from Messina’s cruise port or your hotel to Taormina. You get two hours on your own in the old town, with photo stops at Isola Bella and the Votive Temple of Christ the King. Filippo may also provide useful commentary along the route.

“Excellent tour and well worth the expense! Filippo was an excellent tour guide and driver. He told us so many interesting facts along the way while pointing out unique things in and around the cities of Messina and Taormina. Would definitely recommend!”

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4.Taormina Shore Excursion from Messina – Shared

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 30 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $118Best value

Ride from Messina’s cruise port to Taormina in an air-conditioned vehicle, see the Greek Theater and town sights, then enjoy about two hours on your own. Guides such as Michael, Michele, Erika, Sam, and Chris have led past departures. The return includes Messina sights and port drop-off.

“Our tour guide was very good. She had a true passion for her work. Each stop was well worth seeing Thanks!”

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