Shore Excursion from Messina: Mt. Etna and Taormina
Focus
What makes this tour Special
What to Expect
PRIVATE TOUR
Enjoy your tour with your own private tour expert at your party's disposal only
DURATION
7 hours
START TIME
07:30
PRIVATE DRIVER
Meet&Greet at your hotel/accomodation. Private Driver included throughout the tour
KID FRIENDLY
This tour is suitable for kids of all ages
ENTRANCE TICKETS
No entrance tickets are needed! Enjoy your tour!
GENERIC INFORMATION
You will be accompanied through this one day tour by your private driver guide.
- Meet & Greet your driver at Messina Port
- Round Trip from Messina with Private English Speaking Driver
- Meals
- Gratuities
- Entrance tickets to any desired sites (available upon request)
Sites you’ll visit
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Port of Messina
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Volcano Etna
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Ancient Greek Theatre
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Taormina
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The Port of Messina, which has remained almost completely unchanged throughout the centuries, maintaining its natural form, is the widest berth in Sicily. Though its vocation as a commercial port has waned, in the past it received and sheltered vessels of any tonnage from windy or adverse sea conditions. Today, though not a trading port, it is a refueling station for sea going vessels. The city has been known for centuries as the doorway to Sicily, and its livelihood now depends largely on tourists visiting not only Messina, but the entire Island.
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Mt Etna in Sicily, locally called "Mongibello", is Europe's largest and most active volcano. Its frequent eruptions are often accompanied by large lava flows, but rarely pose danger to inhabited areas. Etna is one of the volcanoes with the longest historic record of eruptions, going back more than 2000 years. The views in while traveling to the 2,700 metre summit via cable car are simply breathtaking. With the added suspense of being on Europe's most active volcano, it's a once in a lifetime experience for thrill seekers.
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This Greek Theatre is one of the largest of its kind in all of Sicily, second only to the Greek Theatre of Siracusa. Built in the third century BC, the theatre is remarkably well preserved and is still used today for opera and musical performances.
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Perched on the cliffside overlooking the beautiful Sicilian sea and the famous "Isola Bella", you will find Taormina. You can spend days here without a problem. taste the great local food, take the sun along the beaches or be inspired by the ancient Roman Theatre and Odeon. Going to Taormina means to rest your body and your soul.
Tour description
When in Sicily, don’t miss the opportunity to explore the treasures of this unique island.
You’ll have the exclusive experience of climbing the ‘Etna’, the highest Volcano in Europe, along with the visit of the ancient town of Taormina, a cliffside Sicilian gem with a breathtaking view over the sea.
Starting with our professional meet and greet service from Messina port, you'll be on your way to the highest point of the island in no time. The views you will take in while traveling to the 2,700 metre summit via cable car are simply breathtaking. With the added suspense of being on Europe's most active volcano, it's a once in a lifetime experience for thrill seekers.
Upon returning to your Private driving guide, set off to one of the most magical towns in the whole of Italy. Taormina has been under control of many great reigns for centuries from the Greeks, to the Arabs, to the Ancient Romans, meaning the town has a huge historical heritage. The vocal point of the town is the well preserved Ancient Greek theatre. Your driving guide will accompany you through the site, detailing historic events that occurred here and showing you great vantage points looking out to the wonderfully blue waters below, a scene that people have been enjoying since the construction of the theatre in the third century BC. After stopping at Taormina's main square, you will have your return drive back to the port of Messina in the comfort of your private vehicle.
Full Refund Cancellation Policy
The policies are included and non-optional.
- Dolce Vita policy is applied on all Standard Bookings placed more than 72 hours from the date of the event. We provide all our customers with Refundable Terms up to 72 hours from the date of the event for any reason. To apply for a refund including where your tour is cancelled or changed by Eyes of Rome®, please contact our customer service team at info@eyesofrome.com.
- Peace of Mind policy is applied on Selected Bookings and on all Bookings placed within 72 hours from the date of the event. We provide all our customers with Refundable Terms so if you are unable to attend your booking due to unforeseen circumstances outside of your control you may be entitled to a refund - please see our full set of Refundable Terms and Conditions here. To apply for a refund, please find the instructions on how to apply in the booking confirmation email you received after payment.
