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Taormina & Castelmola Private Full-Day Tour from Catania

Spend a full day in Sicily's most glamorous hilltop town, Taormina, and the eagle's-nest village of Castelmola above it — with a private guide and car at your disposal. The ancient Greek theatre with Etna as its backdrop is among the most sublime views on Earth.

What to expect

Your private driver-guide meets you portside and whisks you up the Sicilian coastline to Taormina. At the Greek-Roman Theatre, a 3rd-century BC masterpiece, you'll hear the history of the civilisations that built and rebuilt it, all while Etna smokes theatrically on the horizon. A leisurely walk through Via Teatro Greco leads to Corso Umberto's boutiques and flower-draped balconies. After lunch at a terrace restaurant, the road climbs further to Castelmola, a fortified village where the views silence even the most seasoned traveller.

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Discover Messina (Official Shore Excursions Operator)
From EUR 155 per person (private, port pick-up included)
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Good to know

Book early — private cars fill fast on busy port days. Confirm your ship's all-aboard time when booking so the guide can plan the return. Taormina is largely pedestrianised; comfortable walking shoes are essential. Teatro Greco tickets (approx. EUR 10) are purchased on arrival.

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