Sicily Private Shore Excursion: Explore Etna and Taormina with Personal Driver
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Catania
Embark on a private shore excursion in Sicily with a personal driver. Explore the majestic Mount Etna and charming Taormina, with flexibility and personalized attention.
Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna - You will meet your driver at the port exit gate. He has a displey with your name written on it…After leaving the pier with your local driver, the road will wind around the slopes of the mountain, before you reach the Silvestri craters at about 6.000 feet above the sea level. To the ancient Greeks Mount Etna was the realm of Vulcan, god of fire.

At approx. 3.350 m ( 10,922 ft ) it is Europe’s highest and world’s most active volcano. Previous eruptions have devastated Catania with the lava reaching the sea on several occasions.

Continue with the drive to Taormina but first you will make an exciting stop to visit a winery in the lava of the Etna volcano.

Here you will have a guided tour of the winery, a lunch with typical Sicilian products of this area and a guided wine tasting (it’s price euros 45,00 at person).

  • Taormina - Sicily’s most picturesque town and best known resort located its all year round mild climate, its preservation of local culture, ancient history and its perfect modern organization.
    Visit free the ancient theatre, Taormina’s most remarkable monument and one of the most celebrated ruins in Sicily.Of the case of bad weather conditions is not possible to visit the volcano. We will make a personalized program change for your wishes, for example: visit of the coast of the Cyclops or tour of the Godfather to Savoca in a private house at the entrance of the village is the Bar Vitelli, which features a collection of local artisans’ tools and photographs taken when Francis Ford Coppola was in this area filming scenes for The Godfather II.
    Remember that travel times on small Sicilian roads are slow. To visit many sites I recommend taking small breaks but our driver is at your disposal and if you prefer to make a few visits but with a lot of relaxation, it’s ok for us.
What's Included
  • Bottled water provided for your convenience
  • Complimentary port pickup and drop-off included
  • No hidden costs - all local taxes covered
  • Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned minivan
  • Exclusive journey with transport by private vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

This is an exclusive service for couples or small groups who are traveling together. Our chauffeur will greet you right at the exit port, holding a sign with your name on it. This outing is personalized with a driver.

A driver is more than just a chauffeur, he specializes in driving you around, offering basic historical insights, showcasing prime highlights, and is a wealth of knowledge under an umbrella of information.

The driver is committed to providing ample time at all stops, accommodating special requests whenever feasible, all to ensure your experience in Sicily is both unforgettable and pleasant.

Please note, the driver is not a licensed tour guide and, therefore, is not permitted to accompany you inside monuments. In the event that you require a licensed local guide, an additional cost will apply, and we will coordinate with the licensed guide to meet you directly at the specified location.

  • Clients Safety. We believe in your safety. You won’t find worn or unsafe tires on our cars, you won’t see inoperable lighting, you won’t hear grinding brakes or a suspension system that sounds as if it’s going to fall to pieces. They are trained to drive safetly throught the narrow streets of Sicily and the winding roads on the Sicily.
  • Infant seats are available upon request
Location
Catania
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Kim_c
Oct 15, 2019
Recommended overall - Our guide was punctual in meeting us as we exited the cruise ship. We enjoyed Taormina and Etna, but there was very limited time when we arrived in Etna, so we could not take the cable car. The tour began in Taormina, a shopping area, where the guide gave us a couple hours free time. I would have preferred the opportunity to go to Etna first and then use any extra time to shop in Taormina. Also, this is truly a personal driver, not a guided tour. The driver and the "guide" were friendly, but they shared very little information, even when asked direct questions. The van was clean and comfortable and it could easily carry 5 or 6 passengers.
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