Begin your private tour with a visit to the medieval village of Savoca with its panoramic promenade and famous church of Sant'Nicolò or better called Santa Lucia which was used in the Godfather movie for the marriage of Al Pacino and Apollonia. Then stop at the "VITELLI" bar, one of Coppola's favorite spots. Then drive to Forza D'Agrò, which is, without a doubt, one of the best examples of a typical village which still conserves its medieval street layout.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
- Private English-speaking driver at disposal for 3.5 hours
- Gratuities (optional)
- Tour guide
On this walking tour, your private guide will lead you through Taormina's most fascinating sights, namely the Greek Theater. You will also have a chance to see other major sights like Palazzo Corvaja, the Baroque Fountain, Church of San Domenico, and more!
Exact time will be provided in final documents. If you are staying at a centrally located hotel, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby. Otherwise, a meeting point will be arranged.
Mount Etna is one of the world's most active volcanoes and one of the Europe's highest volcanoes. It has more than 400 craters, spread all over the Catania county. To the ancient Greeks, Mt. Etna was the realm of Vulcan, god of fire, and the home of the one-eyed monster known as the Cyclops.
You will be taken to the South side of the Etna National Park (Rifugio Sapienza) and reach 6300ft with your private driver. Then you can take a walk to the “Silvestri” craters (last century eruption) and the newest lava flows and craters from the 2001/2003 eruptions or you can take a cable car to the top of the Volcano. Enjoy the desert moon atmosphere! Then, you will stop at a local winery for a light lunch and a wine tasting.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Meet your off-road driver and set off for a thrilling Jeep excursion on Mount Etna’s north side. Travel through chestnut and oak forests to the 2002 lava flow, one of Etna’s most explosive eruptions. Continue through the Ragabo Pine Forest to explore the Corruccio Lava Cave (1,350 m). Reach Piano Provenzana (1,800 m), a ski resort shaped by the 2002 eruption. Savor a rustic lunch at a local restaurant before returning via the Alcantara Valley, with panoramic views of medieval villages and the famous Gorges.
Please note that a jeep's maximum capacity is 6 passengers, however only 5 are guaranteed a window seat. In order to ensure a window seat for all passengers, you may book an additional vehicle.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
