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Private Walking Tour Of Castelmola And Taormina

Day Trip, Group Tour

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Experience the best of Castelmola and Taormina in one unforgettable day with guided walks, shopping opportunities, and plenty of free time to explore and make cherished memories.

Private Walking Tour of Castelmola and Taormina

Set off on an enchanting journey from the port of Catania to the picturesque landscapes of Taormina and the medieval village of Castelmola, Sicily. This exclusive shore excursion offers a seamless blend of historical exploration and leisure, providing a perfect snapshot of Sicily's rich culture and breathtaking beauty.

Your adventure begins with a visit to Castelmola, a charming medieval village perched above Taormina, where you'll spend about an hour marveling at the stunning views from Piazza Sant'Antonio, exploring the Cathedral, and reveling in the remnants of the Norman Castle. Here, you'll also have the opportunity to taste the local specialty, almond wine, at a traditional cafe, treating yourself to the flavors of Sicily.

The journey continues to Taormina, Sicily's jewel and a must-visit destination known for its pristine beaches, ancient ruins, and vibrant shopping streets. A guided walking tour along the famous Corso Umberto reveals the historic gates of Porta Catania and Porta Messina, the majestic Cathedral of Taormina, the picturesque April IX Square, and the striking clock tower beside the Corvaja Palace. Following the tour, enjoy ample free time to wander through Taormina's exclusive shops, sample local cuisine, or simply soak in the Mediterranean sun.

This tour is not only a cultural and historical adventure but also a paradise for shoppers, offering everything from unique souvenirs and local ceramics in Castelmola to high-end fashion and luxury brands in Taormina, including Loius Vuitton, Dior, Armani, and Dolce & Gabbana, among others. Souvenir photos are available for purchase to capture the memories of your Sicilian escape.

With a mix of guided tours and free time, you'll experience the best of Taormina and Castelmola at a leisurely pace, making it the perfect addition to your Sicilian holiday.

Join us for this unforgettable journey through the heart of Sicily, from the medieval charm of Castelmola to the bustling streets and stunning vistas of Taormina. Book now to discover why this island is a treasure trove of history, culture, and natural beauty.

Interests
  • Walking
Starting At
 
Tour Type
Group
 
Group Size
Private
 
Activity Type(s)
Walking Tour
 
Tour Duration
7 Hours
 
Activity Level
Moderate
 
Tour Leaves From
Cruise Ship Pier
 
Food/Beverage Provided
A welcome glass of almond wine is included.
 
Special Instructions
We recommend wearing light clothing and sensible walking comfortable shoes, a hat, sunglasses, a water bottle, and sunscreen for the summer months. For the winter, spring, and fall months, we recommend wearing comfortable and sensible walking shoes, a hat, a wind jacket, an umbrella, and a scarf.
 
Restrictions
Guests must be able to walk on paved and cobblestone surfaces. There are steps and steep curbs in some areas which can be difficult to navigate. This tour can accommodate collapsible wheelchairs or walkers on the board of the bus or van, however, wheelchairs and walkers may be challenging to navigate all parts of the tour due to the terrain. Guests requiring a walker or a wheelchair must be accompanied by a family member or a personal assistant.
Location Overview
Italy
About Shore Excursions Group
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About Us
Shore Excursions Group is the market leading and world's largest shore excursion company. Since 2008, we've provided cruise passengers with higher-quality, lower-priced, and smaller group shore excursions from a portfolio of nearly 4,000 tours in over 300 ports. Over the last 16 years, we've delivered more than 4.6M excursions with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating from more than 47k reviews.

Exceptional travel experiences are created by exceptional people. Our incredible team of cruise and travel experts has more than 100 years of combined industry experience, and we work in close collaboration with a network of exceptional tour operator partners dedicated to providing personalized and immersive excursions to cruise passengers in the ports they visit around the world.

Our excursions are higher quality, lower priced, and travel in smaller groups averaging just 12 guests per departure, allowing our guests to truly connect with the local culture and enjoy a more enriching travel experience. Our website provides a personalized shopping experience highlighting the top-rated and most popular excursions in each port of call with authentic photos, videos, and reviews from other guests.

Our proprietary itinerary search technology makes booking easy by displaying the excursions guaranteed to work for your ship's scheduled arrival and departure into each port of call. We also feature hand-curated multi-port packages with the top-rated excursion for each port bundled together at an additional discount.

Our Unique Approach
While the cruise lines and other companies also offer excursions, we are the experts and our experience and approach set us apart. Our exceptional excursions travel in smaller groups and visit more interesting and authentic locations, using more personalized tour guides.

Our team uses a comprehensive approach to select the leading guides and best tour providers around the world. Every excursion is carefully curated and closely monitored through quality control and customer feedback.

In today's fast paced world, vacations are an important way to relax, reconnect with family and friends, and discover new and interesting places - and our portfolio of the highest quality tours was created to provide authentic and rewarding travel experiences on your next trip.

High quality service is very important to travelers and leads to better experiences with higher satisfaction. We encourage you to call us, so our experts can answer your questions and help you select the best excursions for your cruise.

Our Exceptional Tours
Our priority is providing cruise guests with exciting and enriching tours with personalized service and smaller groups.

Our small group tours range from 2-12 people - far less than other tour companies with larger tours up to 50 people. We also offer outstanding private excursions - exclusive experiences for only you and your group with options to fully customize your tour.

Our "Scenic" tours provide up close and personal access to some of the most spectacular natural environments on Earth from majestic glaciers in Alaska to spectacular reefs in the Caribbean.

Our "Cultural" tours allow customers to experience local customs, entertainment and culinary delights ranging from tribal dances in Alaska to an outstanding local meal in Santorini, Greece.

Our "Active" tours offer a multitude of exciting and adventurous ways to experience our destinations. Kayak the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, hike to a spectacular waterfall in Hawaii, or bicycle through quaint villages in France.

Our "City" tours allow travelers to see the highlights of great cities around the world with unique insights provided by our expert tour guides.

Our Guarantee
We stand by our excursions, and we're committed to meeting your expectations. Our team and our guides are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences, which we've achieved consistently over many years and millions of tours. To the extent you are in any way dissatisfied with the experience we deliver, we will work to resolve your concerns - up to and including a full refund of your tour price. For more information visit the Shore Excursions Group website.

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About Shore Excursions Group

About Us
Shore Excursions Group is the market leading and world's largest shore excursion company. Since 2008, we've provided cruise passengers with higher-quality, lower-priced, and smaller group shore excursions from a portfolio of nearly 4,000 tours in over 300 ports. Over the last 16 years, we've delivered more than 4.6M excursions with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating from more than 47k reviews.

Exceptional travel experiences are created by exceptional people. Our incredible team of cruise and travel experts has more than 100 years of combined industry experience, and we work in close collaboration with a network of exceptional tour operator partners dedicated to providing personalized and immersive excursions to cruise passengers in the ports they visit around the world.

Our excursions are higher quality, lower priced, and travel in smaller groups averaging just 12 guests per departure, allowing our guests to truly connect with the local culture and enjoy a more enriching travel experience. Our website provides a personalized shopping experience highlighting the top-rated and most popular excursions in each port of call with authentic photos, videos, and reviews from other guests.

Our proprietary itinerary search technology makes booking easy by displaying the excursions guaranteed to work for your ship's scheduled arrival and departure into each port of call. We also feature hand-curated multi-port packages with the top-rated excursion for each port bundled together at an additional discount.

Our Unique Approach
While the cruise lines and other companies also offer excursions, we are the experts and our experience and approach set us apart. Our exceptional excursions travel in smaller groups and visit more interesting and authentic locations, using more personalized tour guides.

Our team uses a comprehensive approach to select the leading guides and best tour providers around the world. Every excursion is carefully curated and closely monitored through quality control and customer feedback.

In today's fast paced world, vacations are an important way to relax, reconnect with family and friends, and discover new and interesting places - and our portfolio of the highest quality tours was created to provide authentic and rewarding travel experiences on your next trip.

High quality service is very important to travelers and leads to better experiences with higher satisfaction. We encourage you to call us, so our experts can answer your questions and help you select the best excursions for your cruise.

Our Exceptional Tours
Our priority is providing cruise guests with exciting and enriching tours with personalized service and smaller groups.

Our small group tours range from 2-12 people - far less than other tour companies with larger tours up to 50 people. We also offer outstanding private excursions - exclusive experiences for only you and your group with options to fully customize your tour.

Our "Scenic" tours provide up close and personal access to some of the most spectacular natural environments on Earth from majestic glaciers in Alaska to spectacular reefs in the Caribbean.

Our "Cultural" tours allow customers to experience local customs, entertainment and culinary delights ranging from tribal dances in Alaska to an outstanding local meal in Santorini, Greece.

Our "Active" tours offer a multitude of exciting and adventurous ways to experience our destinations. Kayak the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, hike to a spectacular waterfall in Hawaii, or bicycle through quaint villages in France.

Our "City" tours allow travelers to see the highlights of great cities around the world with unique insights provided by our expert tour guides.

Our Guarantee
We stand by our excursions, and we're committed to meeting your expectations. Our team and our guides are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences, which we've achieved consistently over many years and millions of tours. To the extent you are in any way dissatisfied with the experience we deliver, we will work to resolve your concerns - up to and including a full refund of your tour price. For more information visit the Shore Excursions Group website.

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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.