Operated by SAT

  Departure from Taormina is approx 6.45 am

A full day excursion by bus through Sicily with tour leader and local guide service. Arriving in Agrigento, we will visit the Valley of the Temples (Juno, Concordia, Hercules, Olympian Zeus, Castor and Pollux). Time to have lunch by the seaside. After lunch departure to Piazza Armerina for a visit of Villa Romana del Casale with its famous mosaics which date back to the 4th Century AD. Entry fees not included.

Depart approx 06.45  Return to Taormina is approx 19.00

Cost of the excursion: € 60.00 per person (Entry fees and Lunch not included)

Cost per child (from 2 to 12 years old): € 30.00 per child (Entry fees and Lunch not included)

Operated by SAT

Departure from Taormina is at 2.30 pm

Excursion by bus and jeep with tour leader and licenced alpine guide. Reaching Etna at 1.800 mts then ascent by jeep to the proximity of the main craters at about 2.900 mts. Remain until sunset then return to 1.800 metres for optional dinner in a local restaurant at. Warm clothes and suitable shoes are strongly recommended. Return time at Taormina approx 23.45

Departure time will be modified during the season depending on sunset time.

Cost of the excursion: € 105.00 per person (Dinner not included)

Cost per child (from 2 to 12 years old): € 72.00 per child (Dinner not included)

Operated by Noema - May to October

 Departure from Taormina is approx 14.30 pm

The northern side of Etna offers an uncommon, spectacular landscape. In the same moment you can experience the black volcano, with its snowy peak during spring and autumn, and the beautiful Sicilian sea which is peacefully lying under your eyes. Reaching 1.800 meters with our bus, we will change to the Jeeps for an unforgettable trip to the top with our alpine guides. Here you will assist to one of the most breathtaking sunsets of the world. Return to 1.800 meters for dinner (optional).

  Expected arrival in Giardini Naxos around 23:30 pm

Cost of the excursion: € 105.00 (€ 72.00 child 2-12 yrs) per person (Dinner not included)

Remarks: It is strongly recommended to bring warm clothes and walking shoes.

Operated by SAT

Departure from Taormina is approx 8.30 am

A basic excursion to Mount Etna. Reaching Etna at 1.900 mts, time for soft trekking. Also time for lunch or snacks. Optional ascent by cable car and jeep to the area of the main craters at approx 2.800 mts with lincenced Italian alpine guide.  Warm clothes and suitable shoes are strongly recommended.

Return to Taormina is estimated around 4.00 pm

Cost of the excursion: € 42.00 per person up to 1.900 mts (Lunch not included)

Cost per child (from 2 to 12 years old): € 21.00 per child up to 1.900 mts (Lunch not included)

Cost of the excursion: € 105.00 per person up to 2.800 mts (Cablecar and Jeep included. Lunch not included)

Cost per child (from 2 to 12 years old): € 73. per person (Cablecar and Jeep included. Lunch not included)

Operated by Noema - April - October

Departure from Taormina is at 8.20 am

During the ascent different kinds of vegetation can be noted. Flowering, fertile citrus groves, vineyards, fruit trees and orchards, chestnut, beech and pine woods spread right up to the highest point. Then it is almost desert-like, where the lava is sometimes overgrown by juniper bushes and astragalus. Visit of the extinct Silvestri Craters at 2,000 m.
Optional ascent to 2,750 m by cable
car and jeep (extra cost payable locally).

  Expected arrival back in Taormina in the early afternoon.

Cost of the excursion: € 42.00 (€ 21.00 child 2-12 yrs) per person (Lunch not included)

Remarks: It is strongly recommended to bring warm clothes and walking shoes

Operated by SAT

  Departure from Taormina is at approx 7.00 am

A complete discovery of Mount Etna. Our tour will take you first to the Alcantara Gorges - an impressive sight - where you can walk along the solidfied basalt riverbed (entry fee not included) and afterwards to the Mediaeval town of Randazzo, where we take a special old train called "Circumetnea" to Adrano, following the foot of Etna. Then, proceed by bus up to Etna South Station at 1.900 mts. Optional ascent by jeep to the main craters area at approx  2.900 mts. Lunch is an optional extra. Warm clothes and suitable shoes are strongly recommended.

Return to Taormina is around 5.00 pm.

Cost of the excursion: € 55.00 per person up to 1.800 mts (Lunch not included)

Cost per child (from 2 to 12 years old): € 28.00 per child up to 1.800 mts (Lunch not included)

Cost of the excursion: € 105.00 per person (Cableway and Jeep included. Lunch not included)

Cost per child (from 2 to 12 years old): € 72.00 per person (Cableway and Jeep included. Lunch not included)

Operated by SAT

  Departure from Taormina is at 8.00 am

From Taormina by bus to the Alcantara Gorges for a short visit. Entry fee not included. Then the excursion will proceed to Randazzo. Visit to the Cathedral and the typical Sunday market. Departure to Etna North Refuge at 1.800 mts. Free time for lunch, trekking or reaching the main craters area at about 3.000 mts. by jeep. Warm clothes and suitable shoes are recommended.

  Return to Taormina is scheduled around 5.00 pm

Cost for the excursion: € 40.00 per person (Lunch not included)

Cost per child (from 2 to 12 years old): € 20.00 per child up to 1.800 mts (Lunch not included)

Cost for the excursion: € 92.00 per person (Jeep included, lunch not included)

Cost per child (from 2 to 12 years old): € 60.50 per person (Jeep included, lunch not included)

Operated by SAT

  Departure from Taormina is at approx 7.00 am

Departure by bus to the harbour of Milazzo and transfer by private motorboat to the island of Lipari. Free time for visiting the old town centre, with archaeological park, and for shopping. Transfer by motorboat to the island of Vulcano for a second stop. Possibility to swim in the warm sulphureous sea water, enjoy the beach and have lunch (optional). On the way back, navigation following the coastline, admiring the Faraglioni Rocks, the Horse Cave and other particular attractions. Ecotax not included.

  Return to Taormina around 7.00 pm

Cost of the excursion: € 80.00 per person (Lunch not included - Ecotax not included)

Cost per child (from 2 to 12 years old): € 55.00 per child (Lunch not included - Ecotax not included)

Operated by Noema - May to October

  Departure from Taormina is approx 7.00 am

Departure to the port of Milazzo and boarding to Lipari. Stop at the port Marina Lunga, time at disposal to visit the archaeological zone (optional) or the old town centre. Around midday departure by boat for a circumnavigation of Lipari, admiring enchanting bays and steep cliffs with a large variety of colours. Arrival at Vulcano and visit the ancient
"Grotte dell'Allume".
Time at disposal for lunch (optional), shopping or for a visit to the mud baths and thermal waters for which the island is famous.

In the afternoon, departure for the course of Mito where you can admire "I Faraglioni", "Lo Scoglio delle Sirene", "La Piscina di Venere" and "La Grotta del Cavallo".
Returen to Taormina approx 7.30 pm

 Cost of the excursion: € 80.00 (€ 55.00 child 2-12 yrs) per person (Lunch not included)

Operated by SAT

Departure from Taormina is at 10.00 am

Ecxcursion by coach to the harbour of Milazzo. From there by private motorboat to the attractive island of Panarea. There are no cars on the island and time is at leisure for visiting the village, enjoying the beach and having lunch (optional). Afternoon departure by boat to Stromboli with time to explore the island until sunset. Light dinner on board. Visit to the "Sciara del Fuoco" by night admiring the volcano's activity from the sea. Ecotax not included. Departure time will be modified throughout the season.

  Return to Taormina is scheduled around midnight.

Cost for the excursion: € 100.00 per person (Lunch not included, light dinner on board included - Ecotax not included)

Cost per child (from 2 to 12 years old): € 67.00 per child (Lunch not included, light dinner on board included - Ecotax not included)

Departure time will be modified during the season.

Operated by Noema - May to October

  Departure from Taormina is at 9.50 am

Departure to Milazzo, boarding and transfer to Panarea. Stop at the port of S. Pietro to allow visit of the town, swimming or lunch (optional). Departure from Panarea and transfer to Stromboli. Circumnavigation of the island and stop at Scari until sunset. You can go for a swim or visit the town and admire the natural beauties of the island.

Boarding and departure to the Sciara del Fuoco to admire the breathtaking night activity. During the crossing, a typical "Aeolian maccheronata", accompanied by local wine, water and bread, will be offered.

  Return to Taormina around midnight

Cost of the excursion: € 100.00 per person (Lunch not included)

Operated by SAT

  Departure from Taormina is at 8.15 am

A day excursion by bus with tour leader. Arrival in Noto and tour of the historic Baroque downtown. Proceed towards the Roman Villa of Tellaro to visit the mosaics. Travel to Marzamemi, with free time to enjoy swimming and shopping for local products from the typical "Tonnara". Lunch optional.

  Return to Taormina is estimated around 6.00 pm

Cost for the excursion: € 45.00 per person (Entry fees and Lunch not included)

Cost per child (from 2 to 12 years old): € 22.50 per child (Entry fees and Lunch not included)

Operated by Noema - May to October

  Departure from Taormina is at 6.35 am

Departure to Monreale, nearby Palermo. Visit of the Cathedral, one of the most refined Arab-Norman buildings. Free time for a coffee or to enjoy the beautiful garden with an amazing view over the of "Conca d'Oro Valley". Continuation to Palermo. We will discover the historical center, walking through the typical open-air market of "Ballarò", to reach "Casa Professa", one of the most important baroque churches in Italy. We will admire the beautiful "Pretoria Fountain" and the Townhall.

Free time, in Politeama Square, for lunch (optional), or to go shopping. Continuation to Palermo Opera House "Teatro Massimo". In the afternoon visit of the Palermo's Cathedral, and the Capuchin Catacombs renowed for the thousands of mummies inside.

  Return to Taormina

Cost of the excursion: € 55.00 per person (Lunch and entrance fees not included)

Operated by SAT

 Departure from Taormina is at approx 6.30 am

One day excursion through Sicily by bus with tour leader and local guide. Arriving in Palermo a guided walk to discover the most important Arab-Norman monuments such as the Martorana Church, the Cathedral, the Quattro Canti, Piazza Bellini, Piazza Pretoria, including a touch of local colour with the typical market "il Capo". Otherwise, optional visit of Monreale. time for lunch. After lunch departure to Cefalu. Visit of the historical centre with its famous Norman Cathedral.

Return to Taormina is around 7.30 pm

Cost for the excursion: € 65.00 per person (Entry fees and Lunch not included)

Cost per child (from 2 to 12 years old): € 33.00 per child (Entry fees and Lunch not included)

Operated by SAT

Departure from Taormina is at approx 8.00 am

A full day excursion by bus with tour leader and local guide. Visit of the Archaeological Area with Greek Theatre, Roman Amphitheatre, the Altar of Hieron II and Paradise's Latomies with the "Dionysius Ear". Following that, visit of Ortigia island (Siracusa's historical centre connected by a wide bridge) with the famous Arethusa's fountain, the Temple of Apollo and the Cathedral. Lunch on your ownvwith free time to visit the harbour and explore at leisure. Entry fees not included.

  Return to Taormina is scheduled around 5.30 pm

Cost for the excursion: € 55.00 per person (Entry fees and Lunch not included)

Cost per child (from 2 to 12 years old): € 28.00 per child (Entry fees and Lunch not included)

Operated by Noema - April to October

  Departure from Taormina is at 7.50 am

Departure to Siracusa. The visit begins with the Neapolis archaeological park, the most characteristic part of the old Greek city (Greek theatre, Latomia del Paradiso, Ear of Dionysius, Roman amphitheatre). Continuation to Ortigia with the remains of the earliest Greek constructions. The greatest and most singular monument of Ortigia is the cathedral of Syracusa which rises on the highest point of the peninsula. One of the most famous spots in Ortigia is the Fountain of Arethusa, a freshwater spring forming a pool with papyrus plants, situated on a wide terrace overlooking the sea.

Afterwards, visit of the ancient baroque town Noto, one of the most important in Sicily.

  Expected arrival in Giardini Naxos at approximately 1:30 pm

Cost of the excursion: € 55.00 per person (Lunch not included)

Remarks: Appropriate clothes should be worn for visiting the churches.

Operated by Noema - May to October

  Departure from Taormina is at 14.55 pm

This delightful landscape excursion takes you for a walking tour through peaceful streets and churches of Savoca and Forza d'Agrò, both used in the shooting of "The Godfather". Our first stop is Savoca. Visit of the fascinating catacombs of the Cappuccini Convent and the church Santa Maria degli Angeli. Walk to the central square and continuation to Forza d'agrò, a charming medieval village overlooking the coastline towards Messina and the Straits. Free time at disposal.

  Return in the late afternoon around 6:00 pm

Cost of the excursion: € 45.00 per person (Lunch not included)

Remarks: Appropriate clothes should be worn for visiting the churches.

Operated by Noema - May to October

  Departure from Taormina is at 7.00 am

Departure toward the area in which the fiction "Inspector Montalbano" is set. Visit of the beautiful Piazza Duomo of Ragusa Ibla, with its Baroque church of San Giorgio, which represents the main square of Vigata, the imaginary village of Montalbano, and continues with San Giuseppe, Palazzo Donnafugata, Circolo Conversazione, where "Gli arancini di Montalbano" and "The Scent of the Night" were filmed. Continue to Punta Secca ("Marinella" in the fiction) to visit externally the "House of Montalbano2, nearby the sandy beach where he used to swim (possibility to take a bath at Montalbano's bay). Optional light lunch.

Continue to Donnalucata, the set of the episode "The shape of water". Afterward we will reach the Baroque village of Scicli. Short walk for visiting the beautiful baroque historical center ("Montelusa" during the fiction), then arrival at "Palazzo Comunale", Vigata's police station, and "Palazzo Iacono", Police headquarters. Possibility to visit the main room "Montalbano's office" (entrance fee not included).

  Return to Taormina approximately at 6.30 pm

Cost of the excursion: € 52.00 per person (Lunch and entrance fees not included)

Remarks: It is recommended to bring towels and swimsuit.

Operated by SAT

  Departure from Taormina is at 09.00 am

SICILIA Outlet VILLAGE is the shopping experience you've been waiting for. Only the best international labels, over 100 shops and discounts up to 70% all year round. You can finally buy yourself the high fashion, accessories and household items you desire all in the same place.

Discover the pleasure of strolling around the shop windows, take a break in the cafe's and restaurants, and enjoy the family and children's play areas. There are plenty of services to make your experience even simpler and more enjoyable. All participants to the shopping tour will receive a 10% discount card valid in the stores involved in this promotion.

  Return to Taormina 05.00 pm approximately.

Cost of the excursion: € 20.00 per person (Entry fees and Lunch not included)

Cost per child (from 2 to 12 years old): € 10.00 per child (Entry fees and Lunch not included)

Operated by Noema - April to October

At 9:00 am appointment with chef Massimo at Porta Messina for a little coffee break. The tour will begin at the Taormina market with the explanation of the displayed products and how they can be handled. After the explanation, we buy the ingredients that we need for the lesson. After reaching the restaurant, the participants will find an already prepared table with all the tools on and will be equipped with an apron. We will start making home-made pasta with a very traditional method. After the fresh pasta we proceed to make "home-made Caponata" with the vegetables that we bought at the market. During the lesson we will prepare many other dishes of the Sicilian culinary tradition such as fresh sardines, zucchini flowers and more.

Once finished the course, all participants will sit at a table for tasting the prepared dishes and different Sicilian wines and liquors. Mineral water and coffee included, of course! To all guests will be released a nice recipe in english and a certificate of participation from the Chef.

Operated by Noema - May to October

  Departure from Taormina is at 9.05 am

This splendid landscape excursion takes you to the Peloritani Mountains passing through typical little villages of the Etna. You can see typical pastoral life and taste the local Sicilian specialities and wine in Argimusco. We take you to the Sicilian "Stone Age Rocks": large megalithic rocks, shaped like animals and people. At the height of 1,400 m. there is a magnificent view of Mt. Etna, the Aeolian Islands and the Peloritani Woods. Continuation to Montalbano with its typical narrow medieval streets. Visit of the Castle. Return over Randazzo.

  Expected arrival in the late afternoon, approximately at 6:00 pm

Cost of the excursion: € 50.00 per person (Lunch not included)

Remarks: It is recommended to wear good walking shoes.

Operated by Noema - May to October

  Departure from Taormina is at 14.30 pm

This unusual excursion takes us along the coast line, crossing luxuriant gardens and typical villages like Fiumefreddo di Sicilia. We leave the coast and go towards Piedimonte Etneo and Linguaglossa enjoying the typical landscape of Etna, reaching 800 meters above sea level. We will pass over ancient and more recent lava flows until reaching a renowned winery, where the professional explanations of a wine expert will lead us towards an amazing tasting of different wines.

We will continue our tour towards Castiglione di Sicilia, a typical middle aged village built on top of a mountain. The visit will start by admiring the Cathedral of San Pietro erected during the Norman period. We will walk through the historical center with its typical streets and their baroque buildings.

  Return to your hotel around 7:30 pm

Cost of the excursion: € 50.00 per person (Lunch not included)

Remarks: It is recommended to bring warm clothes and walking shoes