Taormina + Savoca Day Trip

Explore two of Sicily's highlights on this tour to Taormina and Savoca, featuring locations from The Godfather and known as the pearl of the Mediterranean.

Taormina + Savoca Day Trip

Meet at the port of Giardini Naxos at 8:30 am for a bus trip to Savoca, the first stop. Walking through Savoca's old town evokes the scenes from Francis Ford Coppola's The Godfather, filmed in this Sicilian town. Key locations include the Vitelli bar and the façade of the church of St. Nicholas, where notable scenes were shot.

Next, travel to Taormina, enjoying views of the Etna volcano. In Taormina, visit the ruins of the Greco-Roman theater and stroll along Via Corso Umberto. You will have free time to explore the streets, shop, and absorb the Sicilian atmosphere. The excursion concludes with a return to Giardini Naxos at 2:30 pm.

Arriving at Giardini Naxos on a cruise ship?

If arriving at Giardini Naxos port on a cruise ship, mention your ship's name when booking. We will meet you at the docking area half an hour after the cruise's scheduled arrival.