Taormina and Etna Full Day Tour from Giardini Naxos cruise port

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Taormina and Etna Full Day Tour from Giardini Naxos cruise port — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Welcome to “The Essentials” tour. This full day tour will give you the chance to visit one of the most important and beautiful cities of Sicily, commonly known as the pearl of the Ionian Sea, Taormina. You will also get the chance to set foot on the base of one of the most important and active volcanoes in Europe, the “Etna”. Join us in the perfect summary of Sicily.

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At a glance

Duration: 7–8 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Italian, Spanish
Operated by: Mediterranean Top Private Tours

Ages: Adults (3–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional Local Tour Guide
Included: Port Pick up and Drop off
Included: Admission ticket to Greek Theater in Taormina
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Mount Etna

3 hours

A very large flat stretch at an altitude of 1900 meters, where the pine forest is, Pineta di Linguaglossa thins out towards the bare volcanic slopes above. Stop at Piano Provenzana to take an easy walk to see what remains of the most important hotels of the area, since these were demolished by a sudden and devastating eruption in 2002, the results of which can still be seen today.
Isola Bella

30 min

This little island at the foot of Taormina, in the bay of the Ionian Sea, is a small oasis that is separated from the mainland by a strip of beach that appears or disappears depending on tides.
Porta Messina

20 min

Inaugurated in 1808 by Ferdinand IV of Bourbon, marks the northern entrance to the historic center of the city. From it you can access Corso Umberto I°, the main street of Taormina.
Castello di Taormina

Passing by

The Arab-Norman Castle is an imposing construction located on the rock of Monte Tauro. This fortified construction probably dates back to the Byzantine age.
Villa Comunale

30 min

It was built by order of Lady Trevelyan, an English noblewoman who was in exile on charges of having an affair with Queen Victoria's firstborn. Trevelyan settled in Taormina, where she married the mayor and purchased 87 lots of land to create the current Public Garden.
Ancient Theatre of Taormina

one hour Admission included

The most important and best preserved ancient monument in Taormina. It was built in a wonderful panoramic spot, from which you can admire the mass of Etna and the Ionian Sea.
Piazza IX Aprile

25 min

Piazza IX Aprile is the most elegant "living room" of Taormina. From the balcony you can admire a magnificent panorama that includes Etna, the bay of Naxos and the ruins of the ancient theater of Taormina.
Porta Catania di Taormina

20 min

It marks the southern part of Corso Umberto I, it is part of the second city wall and its construction dates back to 1440, a date engraved on the aedicule depicting the Aragonese coat of arms in the center above the arch.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Fiumefreddo Hotel
Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare
Hotel La Pensione Svizzera
Le Terrazze Hotel
Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina
Hotel Villa Belvedere
Residence Villa Giulia
Hotel Villa Paradiso
Hotel Sabbie d'Oro
UNA Hotels Capotaormina
Hotel Caparena
Park Hotel Silemi

and 147 more pickup points

Cruise passengers: we will be waiting for you at the pier with a sign with your name on it

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The remaining hours/time will be allotted for the travel time from pick up until drop off.