Taormina & Isola Bella Excursion

Experience the beauty of a true earthly paradise with this captivating journey to Taormina. Discover its charming streets and historic landmarks while taking in stunning views of Mount Etna. Your adventure even includes a picturesque boat trip to Isola Bella!

Excursion to Taormina and Isola Bella

Your adventure begins at your selected time on Via I Settembre in Messina. From there, a comfortable bus will transport you to Taormina, with a travel time of approximately 50 minutes.

Upon arrival in Taormina, we will embark on a fascinating exploration of this gem of the Sicilian coastline, filled with intriguing historical insights. Our two-hour guided tour will lead you through the historic center of Taormina, illustrating the influences left by Romans, Arabs, Normans, and Greeks throughout its rich history.

As we stroll, you will encounter the ancient city gates of Catania and Messina, remnants of this town's fortifications. Following the path down Corso Umberto I, you'll admire various churches and palaces lining this central boulevard, including the understated facade of the 13th-century St. Nicholas Cathedral.

After this enlightening tour, you'll enjoy an hour of leisure time to relax and explore at your own pace. Next, we’ll board a boat for an unforgettable exploration of the breathtaking Taormina coastline.

For two hours, we will cruise the Ionian Sea, reveling in the spectacular views of Isola Bella, a beautiful small island that occasionally transforms into a peninsula—a truly remarkable sight!

At the conclusion of our boat journey, we will return to the bus for our trip back to Messina, wrapping up an exhilarating seven-hour excursion.