About this tour
Follow a local guide through Taormina's star-studded landmarks in a private car tour, then settle in for traditional Sicilian lunch. You'll walk the famous Corso Umberto shopping street, explore the ancient Greek Theatre built over two millennia ago, climb to Madonna della Rocca for panoramic views, and visit the lush Isola Bella cove below town. The five to six-hour experience includes hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and a sit-down meal at a local restaurant showcasing regional flavours.
Highlights
- Corso Umberto's boutiques and piazzas with your English-speaking guide
- Greek Theatre: 2,000-year-old ruins with Mediterranean backdrop
- Madonna della Rocca hilltop vantage point above Taormina
- Isola Bella: verdant cove with period-TV heritage
- Traditional Sicilian lunch at a local eatery
- Hotel or port pickup and return in climate-controlled vehicle
What to expect
Your guide collects you from your accommodation and drives you into Taormina's compact medieval centre. You'll stroll the main shopping thoroughfare, then visit the Greek Theatre—prepare to climb some steps and walk uneven ancient stone. Next is Madonna della Rocca, where the hilltop walk rewards you with sweeping views across the coastline and town. Isola Bella, nestled in a small bay below, is accessible via short paths through gardens and vegetation. You'll return to a family-run restaurant for lunch featuring regional pasta, seafood, and seasonal produce. The pace is leisurely; expect plenty of photo stops.
Good to know
Theatre entrance fees aren't included; purchase tickets on arrival or book ahead. Wear comfortable walking shoes for uneven terrain and steps. The route involves moderate uphill sections but suits most fitness levels. Strollers and prams work on main streets; some sections are steeper. Air conditioning keeps the car cool between stops.
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