From Messina Taormina and wine tasting
Descriptions come from the operator and are translated automatically.
- 6–7 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 5 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Departing from Messina, this private tour takes you through the iconic places of elegant Taormina, also made famous by The White Lotus series and gives you the chance to taste Sicilian culture and tradition while tasting directly typical local wines. Among authentic villages, breathtaking views, film sets and local stories, you will live a tailored, relaxed and engaging experience, to discover Sicily.
Inclusions
What's included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's not
- Entrance ticket to the Greek Theatre of Taormina
Itinerary
Disembark from the cruise ship and your tour will begin. The journey to Taormina will take about 45 minutes during which you can admire the views of the Messinese province, until you reach Taormina.
First stop of your tour will be the city of Taormina. Crossing the historic arch of Porta Catania, we will immerse ourselves in the rich past of the city. We will explore the magnificent Greek Theatre (ticket not included), a masterpiece of ancient engineering famous for its breathtaking views of Mount Etna and the sea. We will continue to the enchanting Florence Trevelyan Public Garden, a green oasis of exotic charm that belonged to an English noblewoman, linked to the court of Queen Victoria, who fled England because of a scandal that involved her. Afterwards, walking along Corso Umberto, the main street and ancient decumanus, you will be surrounded by elegant boutiques, lively cafes, picturesque alleys and historic buildings that guard the true essence of the city. Finally, we will reach by car an exclusive panoramic point, unique to admire and photograph from above the famous Isola Bella, leaving you an unforgettable memory of the beautiful land.
After exploring the culture and history of Taormina, you will head to Cantine Bonfiglio, a company founded in 1986 and that from generation to generation combines Sicilian tradition with modern winemaking techniques. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by the Bonfiglio family and guided through the lotus vineyards. The tasting includes the flavors of the "Donne di Famiglia" line including the "Beatrice" Faro DOC (rich and full-bodied red) and the "Eleonora" Rosato (fresh and elegant rosé, but with a lighter and fruitier Listing) You will also taste wines from the "Places of Origin" line, such as : "Piano Cuturi" Faro DOC (full-bodied red with complex flavors, enhanced by aging in French oak for 24 months) and "Kalonerò" (a unique blend of Nero d'Avola and Nocera)
Upon returning from the Bonfiglio Wineries, we will head towards Messina to admire the beautiful panorama from the highest part of the city: the viewpoint of Christ the King. From there we will see the whole of Messina and then head to the cathedral to admire the square and the ancient astrological clock of the bell tower. Once the tour is over we will take you back to the starting point.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- If you arrive with a cruise we will wait for you at the exit of gate 5
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Trinacria Tour
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Italy, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 84% above the median of the 736 day trips we list in Italy, outside the cities.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
Special offers in Italy, outside the cities
Was/now prices come from the operator, never from us.
