Day 01
Messina
Savoca
Taormina
From Messina Shore Excursion: Godfather's Savoca & Taormina
The journey
Trip highlights
- 01 Visit Savoca, a famous filming location from The Godfather
- 02 Explore the charming medieval streets of one of Sicily’s hilltop villages
- 03 Enjoy free time in Taormina, the Pearl of the Ionian Sea
- 04 Stroll along lively Corso Umberto with its shops and cafés
- 05 See the Ancient Greek Theatre area and panoramic coastal views
- 06 Round-trip transport from the Messina cruise terminal
- 07 Designed specifically as a shore excursion for cruise passengers
Step off your cruise ship and discover two of Sicily’s most memorable destinations on this shore excursion from Messina. Visit Savoca, the atmospheric hilltop village made famous by The Godfather, then continue to elegant Taormina, known for its historic streets, sweeping coastal views, and timeless charm.
Enjoy time to stroll through Savoca’s medieval lanes and soak up its cinematic atmosphere before heading to Taormina, where you can explore Corso Umberto, browse boutiques and cafés, and admire the setting of the Ancient Greek Theatre. With round-trip transport from the cruise terminal and a tour designed for cruise passengers, this is an easy and rewarding way to experience Sicily ashore.
At a glance
What this trip includes
Duration
8 Hours
Tour type
Shared
Activity level
Easy
Accommodation
Not included
Transport
Included
Wheelchair access
Not applicable
Cities
Messina, Taormina, Savoca
Languages
English, Spanish
Day by day
The itinerary
The fine print
Trip details
What's Included
- Round-trip transportation in a modern, air-conditioned luxury coach
- Professional English/Spanish-speaking Tour Leader
- Direct pickup and drop-off at the Cruise Terminal
- Free time in Savoca and Taormina
What's Not Included
- Entrance ticket to the Greek Theatre of Taormina
- Food and drinks (such as granita at Bar Vitelli)
- Gratuities
Know before you go
- Port Arrival Guarantee: We closely monitor ship schedules. In the unlikely event of port time changes, departure times will be adjusted accordingly.
- Walking & Accessibility: This tour involves moderate walking on cobbled streets and inclined paths in historical towns. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Logistics
Meeting & route
Meeting point
Outside the cruise terminal, our tour leader will be waiting for you with a sign reading 'Taormina and Savoca Shore Excursion', Messina Cruise Dock, Via Vittorio Emanuele II, Messina, Metropolitan City of Messina, Italy, Messina
Tour start
Outside the cruise terminal, our tour leader will be waiting for you with a sign reading 'Taormina and Savoca Shore Excursion', Messina Cruise Dock, Via Vittorio Emanuele II, Messina, Metropolitan City of Messina, Italy, Messina
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey
Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Outside the cruise terminal.
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