Messina in the Footsteps of Homer's Odyssey – Private Day Tour

Let's visit together Messina, this incredible city, risen several times after tremendous earthquakes in over 2600 years of history. Through its memories, it gives us the image of what was a glorious past rich in traditions. Settle by the Greeks, inspired the the mythology Scylla, Charybdis, Orion and Sirius, Poseidon. My special feeling for this place as a local, will enchant you through my notions of history and traditions and, I will not let you miss the chance to taste the spectacular food of our own tradition too! Messina has given birth to incredible artists. It is a multicultural city with incredible views that recall mythological legends. A city rebuilt recently but that still has the potential to make people dream. If you wish we can also admire the Regional Museum We can also extend with a local light lunch or cooking class! I will be very honoured to share my city and its beauty with you! * this tour can be customized due to your wish, feel free to contact me!

• Begin our tour from your hotel, by car we will discover part of highlights of Messina, know as Zancltos in antiquity because of the shape of its natural port. A drive to Ganzirri lakes by the strait where Ulysses navigated in the Odyssey and met the mythological monsters. • back by the center city an overview of the strait of Messina from Christo Re. • Passing some points of interest such as the Church of Annunziata dei Catalani (a remarkable construction of the XII century), the City Hall, aristocratic Palace, the University and The Supreme Court House • Then we will proceed to Piazza Duomo, where we will visit the Cathedral, and the unique and impressive Clock Tower firm of the brothers Ungerer in 1933. The bronze mechanical figures on the main façade start to move everyday at 12 o'clock, just on time in the day! So don’t miss it !! • Back at your hotel. Note: this tour as whole or partially, can be customized to fit your preferences - please feel free to contact me!