
Taormina & Castelmola
Day trip to discover the ancient Taurominum and the “almond wine” of Castelmola
Time about 4-5 hours
Taormina, the ancient Taurominum, is a spot of infinite loveliness, the land of Dolce far niente – of sweet do nothing.
The town lies in an elevated position of amazing, almost unique beauty, affording magnificent views combining sea and sky of a marvelous blue, miles of a curving coastline and picturesque mountain scenery, while the majestic pyramid of Mt. Etna on one side constututes a scene of indescribable beauty.
We will visit together the Piazza Belvedere (Lookout square) where you will have a breathtaking view of Isolabella (Beautiful island) and the Messina coast line.
Upon arrival in Taormina you will have your free time to admire the Cathedral. The imposing medieval building was erected in the thirteenth century on the ruins of a church dedicated to St. Nicholas of Bari, the Greek Theatre from the 2nd century A.D. – Palazzo Corvaja and Corso Umberto where you can do excellent shopping.
We continue the exploration to Castelmola, this village occupying a strategic position up behind Taormina, centres around the picturesque little Piazzetta del Duomo.
In one of the bars in the main square we will have the chance to taste the famous “almond wine”.

Day Trips
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Taormina & Castelmola
The ancient Taurominum and the “almond wine” of Castelmola -
MT. ETNA & TAORMINA
Etna Experience and the town of Taormina -
ALCANTARA GORGES
A canyon along the river Alcantara -
GODFATHER TOUR & TAORMINA
The Godfather tour and the town of Taormina -
THE EXCELLENT WINES OF ETNA
Taasting from the most important wine region of Sicily -
CALTAGIRONE CAPITAL OF CERAMICS
History, art, culture and folklore -
THE TOWN OF SIRACUSA
A World Heritage Site and the Isle of Ortigia -
THE HYBLEAN BAROQUE
Ragusa and Val di Noto a UNESCO Heritage

Shore Excursions
Services

Airport Transfers
24/7 Airport Pick-up & drop off to/from Giardini Naxos and Taormina. Transfers from/to Catania Airport, Palermo Airport, Trapani Airport and Reggio Calabria Airport.
Port Transfers
24/7 Transfer Service to/from Giardini Naxos and Taormina. Pick up - Transfers from/to Messina Harbor, Catania Harbor, Riposto Harbor, Palermo Harbor.
TAXI Service
Active 24/7 Taxi Service with Limusine or Minivan (Mercedes-Benz or Similar) from 1 to 8 passengers with and without luggage for local, short/ medium distance routes.Info
Where
City of Giardini Naxos
Taxi License No. 8
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