Fountain of Neptune (Fontana di Nettuno) Tours and Activities

Don’t spend your limited time in Sicily stuck on a tour bus. Discover the lava flows, historical landmarks, and landscape by bike on a shore excursion. Stop at the Chalet Clan dei Ragazzi and try a selection of typical Sicilian foods, before you reach a spectacular viewpoint of Etna. The tour also includes photo opportunities at the picturesque La Madonnina del Porto and the Church of Saint Francis of Assisi Immaculate.

While your ship is in Messina, see more of Sicily on a half-day trip to Taormina. Take a guided tour of this historical city, including a stroll along Corso Umberto, once an ancient Roman street, and a visit to the Greco-Roman Theater. Plus, sample Sicilian delicacies, admire views of Mt. Etna and Giardini-Naxos bay from Castelmola, and on return to Messina, check out this ancient port’s highlights. Port and Taormina pickup and drop-off included.

Taking a day trip to Taormina and Savoca is a cinch on this guided tour from Messina. Skip the hassle of public transit and head out from the city in a private vehicle, stopping to visit attractions such as filming locations from 'The Godfather' and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Isola Bella.

Visit two highlights of eastern Sicily without the hassle of arranging transportation and lunch with this all-inclusive tour of Taormina and Castelmola. Enjoy convenient port pickup in Messina or Giardini Naxos and a guided walk through Taormina’s old town to admire the Greek Theater and other highlights. Stop for a traditional Sicilian lunch at a local restaurant before continuing on to the postcard-perfect hill town of Castelmola to take in the views.

See the volcanic landscape of Mount Etna, then stroll the hilltop town of Taormina on a full-day tour from Messina that explores Sicily’s remarkable landscape, architecture, and culture. Enjoy views into the Silvestri Craters, and time to take in Taormina’s ancient Roman streets, theater, and monuments with the guide. This full-day tour includes pickup and drop-off at the Messina port or Cathedral Square, and transport in a climate-controlled coach.

Discover one of Sicily’s most renowned natural wonders on this full-day day tour of Alcantara Gorge from Messina. Trek through the gorge, past dramatic cliffs and waterfalls; dive in to swim in a natural lake; then visit the lively town of Taormina. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off is included.

Make the most of your time in Messina, considered the coastal jewel of northern Sicily, on a half-day shore excursion ideal for first-time visitors. Tick off top Messina attractions including the Annunziarta dei Catalani Church, home to the famous Bell Tower and Astronomical Clock (Orologio Astronomico), and the Church of Christ the King. Plus, you’ll also visit the Museo Regionale Interdisciplinare (Regional Museum). Port pickup and drop-off are included.

Discover northeast Sicily on a 6-hour tour of Messina and the Ionian coast. Hear informative commentary about the region from your guide and take in attractions such as Santuario della Madonna di Montalto, the Church of the Annunziata dei Catalani, and the Cape of Peloro.

Combine a Mt. Etna sightseeing trip with a visit to an esteemed local winery on this seamless, full-day tour. Meet in the morning at your Messina hotel, and set off via air-conditioned minivan; with a maximum of 15 attendees, this tour provides a personalized experience. Travel to Mt. Etna—Europe’s most active volcano—where you’ll have time to explore the Silvestri Craters. Then, transfer to a winery, where you can sample the volcanic wines as well as local nibbles. Finally, return to Messina.

Rated as one of Italy’s most beautiful villages, the hilltop Montalbano Elicona offers scenic streets, sweeping vistas, and a charming feel. Discover the village’s history and highlights on this full-day tour from Messina. Travel via air-conditioned minivan to Montalbano Elicona and relax as your guide takes you to medieval landmarks and charming village sights, stopping for a taste of local cuisine along the way.

Avoid the big crowy bus and save hours with van transportation to Mt. Etna and Taormina. This tour has not more than 19 persons and the time to reach the destinations takes shorther time than the 30/40 persons bus. Explore some exint craters and lava fields at 9.000 fts altitude. Free moreover offer 2 hrs of time in Taormina to sightsee, shop, and taste our famous cakes, like cannoli or granita. Enjoy the stunning view over the coastline and the Isola Bella marine nature reserve (Unesco heritage).

Discover one of Sicily’s most beautiful cities—and enjoy a hands-on introduction to traditional Italian cuisine—on this full-day Taormina tour. Depart in the morning from your Messina hotel or port, and travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan. Upon arrival in Taormina, head to a traditional restaurant for a cooking class. Learn how to make pizza under the watchful eyes of a chef, and then enjoy your meal alongside some local wine. Finally, stroll the Corso Umberto, and discover Taormina’s history, before returning to Messina.

Mt. Etna is the most striking sight on Sicily’s Ionian coast, but climbing its volcanic peak can be a logistical hassle. With this tour, save hours with port or hotel pickup and transportation directly to the base camp. Set off with your guide through the lava fields, taking in sweeping views over the Sicilian countryside along the way. After your hike, relax at an alpine eatery to sample local gourmet specialties.

Starting our tour from Messina, crossing along the Tyrrhenian coast, after approximately 90 minutes we will reach our destination - Argimusco also called the "Sicilian Stonehenge" - where we will start our two hours of trekking in the middle of these mysterious megaliths. Your experience will continue with the visit of the castle of Montalbano Elicona and a tasting of typical products. The day-trip will end up in Messina with a short stop in the panoramic point from where you will be able to admire the hystorical centre and the Ionian coast.

We will depart from Messina, giving you the opportunity to visit the places selected by Francis Ford Coppola for the scenes of the marriage between Michael Corleone and Apollonia. Have a relaxed walk with our guide on the streets of Savoca, discover the Bar Vitelli and the Church of San Nicolò – that were chosen by the famous director for important scenes of his “The Godfather” saga. Our experience will continue then with the visit of Forza D’Agro, a small village which was also selected for a few scenes of all three parts of “The Godfather” saga. Here, after a short visit, we will stop to have lunch in a typical restaurant enjoying the wonderful view above the Ionian coast from its terrace. Our day trip will end with the return and a quick visit of Messina in particular the panoramic point from where you will admire the beauty of the historical centre, the port and the mainland.