Top Taormina Sightseeing Tours

Take a tour of three southeastern Sicilian cities on this private tour with hotel or port pick up. See ancient Greek and Roman ruins at the Neopolis Archeological Park in Syracuse; stroll through the small streets of the island of Ortigia and shop for Sicilian products; and discover the UNESCO-listed baroque architecture of Noto, including its magnificent cathedral.

Sicily’s romantic atmosphere and unconventional history has seduced visitors for millennia, but they're easy to miss in the bustle of modern travel. This private walking tour immerses you in rustic hill towns and the history of the Sicilian Mafia—including visits to filming sites of The Godfather movie—and the anti-Mafia fight. Upgrade to end your tour with food and wine tastings or a traditional fish dinner at a local restaurant.

Discover the unique wines of Sicily’s Mt Etna DOC with a full-day tasting tour led by a sommelier guide. Visit three wineries on the slopes of the active volcano, where you can admire terraced vineyards and learn about historic and modern production methods. Use your taste buds to truly appreciate Etna’s distinctive terroir with samples of several varietals at each stop, and cap off the day with a gourmet lunch in the garden of a family-run estate.

Soar above the sputtering crater of Europe’s largest active volcano on a private 20-minute helicopter tour of Mt Etna. Get an unforgettable aerial perspective of Sicily’s famous natural attraction, including ancient lava fields and evidence from the recent 2002 eruption. It’s the best way to admire the volcano’s majesty, as well as the dramatic coastline of Taormina and the surrounding landscape of vineyards and citrus groves.

Discover Taormina’s historic secrets and modern delights on a 3-hour walking tour of highlights like Palazzo Corvaja, Santa Caterina church and Vicolo Stretto — the narrowest street in town. Gain skip-the-line entry to the ancient Greek theater, which boasts magnificent views of Mt Etna and Giardini Naxos. In the main square of Piazza IX Aprile, rest your feet and refresh with a tasting of unique Mt Etna DOC wines and savory local products at an enoteca.

Visitors flock to Sicily to sample its coveted cuisine, but few participate in learning its secrets. This private cooking lesson will immerse you in the local culinary tradition with a professional chef who will help you create a full-course meal and dessert. You’ll sunbathe, swim, and sample wine beforehand, and finish the class by enjoying the fruits of your labor on the restaurant terrace.

Discover two historic Sicilian cities on this full-day small-group tour from Taormina to Syracuse and Noto. Visit the archeological sites of Syracuse such as the Greek Theater and the Ear of Dionysius before exploring the newer part of the city and its landmarks. Then head to the UNESCO-listed city of Noto which is also dubbed the “Baroque Capital” due to its beautiful aristocratic buildings like Ducezio Palace and Palazzo Nicolaci.

Sicily’s spectacular natural landscapes and ancient attractions from the air on a 35-minute helicopter tour. Soar above Taormina’s dramatic coastline to fully appreciate how it earned the nickname ‘the Pearl of the Ionian,’ and get an unbeatable aerial perspective of its ancient Greek theater perched on a cliff. Then, fly over the lava fields and crater of majestic Mt Etna for a bird’s-eye view of Europe’s largest active volcano.

Access parts of the Etna and Alcantara Gorges that traditional tours can't reach on this off-road tour via 4WD vehicle. Departing from Taormina, you'll see the otherworldly landscapes around the volcano, including the caves and lava flows and a stop at Mount Fontana. Stop at a local country restaurant to refresh yourself with a traditional Italian lunch, including wine, before returning to Taormina.

Francis Ford Coppola filmed parts of The Godfather in small villages on the eastern side of Sicily, places difficult to reach without a car. This tour allows admirers of the movie to visit them without a sweat. Get picked up at the port in Giardini Naxos and driven to villages that were stands-in for the partly real, partly fictional Corleone. As a bonus, stop at Taormina for views of Etna and shopping before heading back to the port.

Explore the ancient, volcanic slopes of Mount Etna during this full-day off-road experience from Taormina. Travel across the rugged terrain in a 4x4 vehicle and enjoy the lunar-like vistas as you explore lava formations, visit local vineyards, and sample local products. Tasting of local wines and products is also included.

You will have the opportunity to visit the city of Messina with one of the most ancient means of transport in the world, the famous horse-drawn carriage, at the end of the Messina tour your driver will be waiting to take you to Taormina passing by the famous beautiful island. 2 hours of relaxation will be waiting for you walking in full autonomy in one of the most beautiful cities in Sicily.

The Gole Alcantara is one of Sicily’s most popular attractions, and often has the crowds to match. On this private half-day tour, let a local guide help you sidestep the tourists and show you the park’s caverns and rock formations, gardens, and best swimming places. Later, explore the seaside town of Giardini Naxos on foot. Finish the tour with food and wine tasting at a local wine bar.

Experience the rugged, romantic beauty of Sicily’s eastern coastline with a private, 4-hour sailing excursion from Taormina. Let a professional skipper handle the navigation while you relax and soak up views of Mt Etna, Isloa Bella and coastal grottoes, bays and sea cliffs as they are bathed in the golden light of sunset. Go for a swim or learn basic sailing techniques if you like, and enjoy an onboard seafood appetizer with wine as the sun dips below the horizon.

Mount Etna is the second largest active volcano in the world. The volcano sits at the boundary of the African plate subducting underneath the Eurasian plate, combined with sitting underneath a hotspot or crustal break means the volcano has a frequent eruptive history

Take part in an age-old Sicilian tradition with a fishing trip off the shores of Taormina’s idyllic Isola Bella nature reserve. Admire the coastline’s bays, grottoes and sea cliffs while traveling aboard a traditional wooden fishing boat, and get tips and techniques from your local fisherman guide. After reeling in some local swimmers, enjoy a waterfront lunch featuring your fresh catch of the day expertly prepared by a chef. Tour size is limited for a more intimate small-group experience.

The tour will start from Calatabiano, during the ride it will be possible to admire the ruins of the Francavilla Castle. The route develops mainly in the plain, immersed in the cultivation of citrus fruits and fruits typical of the Alcantara valley.

• Pick-up and drop-off in your accomodation in Taormina PRIVATE CAR WITH GUIDE  • Welcome Kit • Stroll past ancient lava flows • Reach the Rifugio Sapienza or Rifugio Citelli • Trekking around the Silvestri Craters or Sartorius Craters • Explore a lava flow cave with helmets and lamps • Savor the tasting of typical Etnei products LASTS ABOUT 5 HOURS

Private tour of Eastern Sicily with personal driver for 7 days for visit of the  Taormina, Syracuse, Ragusa, Modica, Scicli, Agrigento and Etna vulcan with wine tour in winery with lunch and wine tasting Etna wine. This excursion is customised using a driver. A driver is a chauffeur specialized in driving you around, he is able to provide basic historical information, he can show you the main highlights, is knowledgeable and he has an umbrella of information. The driver will take care to give adequate time at all stops and to accommodate special requests when possible, to ensure that your experience in Sicily will be both memorable and enjoyable. The driver is not a Licensed Tour Guide and cannot take you inside monuments. In case you need a Licensed Local Guide you must pay a surcharge and we will arrange for Licensed Guide to meet you directly on the spot.

Learn to cook traditional Sicilian pasta and cannoli with an expert local chef in romantic ancient villa. Sip DOC wine and taste hand-made bruschetta as you get to know your chef and decide what type of paste to make. Lean local secrets to making perfect fresh pasta and authentic cannoli, and then celebrate your hard work by enjoying your hand-made meal on an outdoor terrace accompanied by Sicilian DOC wines.

Immerse yourself in the culture and natural landscape of Sicily on a private day trip with round–trip transport from Taormina. In addition to navigating for you, your guide provides little–known facts and anecdotes about Sicily's history often unheard by visitors. Stops on the itinerary include food and wine tastings at a Mt. Etna honey farm, a natural reserve in Alcantara, and a Godfather–themed tour of Savoca.

This tour will start in Siracusa, that Cicero once defined as “the most beautiful city in Magna Graecia”. Here an expert local guide will take you to the town’s best sights such as the island of Ortigia, with streets lined with honey-gold palaces, Baroque churches and ancient Greek ruins leading to the magnificent Cathedral Square. You will also visit the Neapolis archaeological park to admire the ancient Greek theater and the famous Orecchio di Dioniso, an impressive cave shaped as a giant ear. Included in the tour is also a visit to Modica, a Baroque marvel that attracts sweet-toothed visitors with its famous chocolate shops and patisseries. The town is renowned for producing excellent chocolate and for being home to beautiful treasures like the theatrical Cathedral of San Giorgio and the Church of San Pietro.

The professionalism of our drivers, the comfort of our cars and the beauty of the area make this Tour unique and unforgettable

Discover the ancient and natural wonders surrounding Taormina on a private sightseeing tour. Forget the stress of navigating Italian roads on your own and relax in end-to-end private transportation from your hotel. Begin with a leisurely guided tour along the streets of Taormina, known as the Pearl of the Mediterranean. After a picturesque drive past the Straits of Messina and Ionian Sea, explore Mount Etna.