Everything about our experience with Salvina was fabulous! She's very knowledgeable and made our trip to Sicily very enjoyable!
Private tour in Messina Salvina G
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Hello! I'm Salvina, I've been a qualified guide for Sicily since 1999, I'm very passionate about my job and this allows me to exercise the best part of myself, I chose this profession many years ago thanks to my passion for history and arts I have grown over the years with continuous insights following courses with experts in the field. I'm usually work with American and British people, I am a communicative person, and I greatly reflect the character of my own island, solarity, eclecticism and warmth. I love reading and observing nature, swimming is my hobby, and I love to be with my children. I love my island and this is the reasons why I offer thanks to my tours the possibility to appreciate all the aspects. In particular, the province of Messina with its breathtaking views and its incredible and sometimes tragic history will fascinate you, but not least through my experience it will be possible to organize with great flexibility what most suits the tourist who chooses these tours, so not only you can access the standard tour that is specified, but it will be possible to organize an extension to enjoy the wonders of our local food, a tour through the vineyards for tasting excellent wine, or recommend local shops. Certainly choosing one of the proposed tours will be pleasant because they represent the pearls of the east coast, you will have the opportunity to use my experience to spend a relaxing and unforgettable holiday in Sicily. If you are looking for a different tour than the ones published, please contact me and I will create a tailor-made one for you! So get ready, I'm waiting for you! I have been working as a qualified licensed guide of Sicily since 1999 I’m not a driver, my tours are included with transport and professional driver. If you have a car I can accompany you in your vehicle.
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We will explore the pretty resort town of Taormina, claimed by many to be the most beautiful place in Sicily. This walking tour provides a leisurely yet insightful sense of my land, its sculpture, history, famous visitors and charming atmosphere. The tour covers all of the major sights of the city, but I will show you also my favorite places in town, little corners out of the most known touristic area. Time for a stroll in Corso Umberto (the main street), a huge array of jewelers, lace and craft shops, designer boutiques and souvenir stalls, time for testing the Sicilian food in some of my favorite shops. In the second part of the day will drive to Savoca one of the Godfather's locations to enjoy the tranquility of the old villages, the historical events and especially the places where Francis Ford Coppola was able to capture the events of the Mafia in his famous movie.
Everything about our experience with Salvina was fabulous! She's very knowledgeable and made our trip to Sicily very enjoyable!
Our Godfather tour with Salvina was, without a doubt, our favorite tour of our entire trip! From the moment we met her, we knew we were in for a special experience. Salvina was warm, knowledgeable, and passionate about sharing the beauty, history, and charm of Sicily with us. The tour took us through the incredible locations connected to The Godfather films, but what made the day truly unforgettable was how Salvina brought the places to life. She shared fascinating stories, local history, and personal insights that made every stop feel meaningful. She gave us a glimpse into the heart and culture of Sicily. Taormina was absolutely breathtaking. The beauty of the town, the views, and the atmosphere were everything we hoped for and more. We also loved visiting Savoca, a charming and picturesque village that felt like stepping back in time. Both places were so beautiful that we found ourselves wishing we had more time there and hoping we can return someday. Salvina made the entire day special with her kindness, enthusiasm, and attention to detail. She created a relaxed and enjoyable experience while making sure we saw the highlights and truly appreciated the places we visited. Her love for Sicily was evident in everything she shared, and her passion made us fall in love with the region too. Of all the tours we took during our trip, this one will always stand out as our favorite. Salvina didn't just show us famous locations, she gave us an authentic experience and memories we will treasure for years to come. Thank you, Salvina, for an unforgettable day in Sicily. We hope to return someday, and when we do, Taormina, Savoca, and another adventure with you will be at the top of our list!
Salvina made our trip absolutely fabulous! Her knowledge of Sicily was so fascinating. We learned so many things. She took us to the quaint village of Sacuro, where they filmed the Godfather, and to Taromina. She knew all the great places to eat and see. It was the highlight of our trip. We were traveling with our 4 children, and she was a delight! I would highly recommend her for a full day.
Salvina was professional and so knowledgeable about Sicily. She asked us about our interests and tailored the tour to suit us. We saw and learned about an old bath house, the ancient theatre and so much more. She recommended a great local restaurant, helped us by translating when we needed help shopping/ordering.
Salvina was wonderful. We are so glad we booked a private tour over a ship’s excursion. She took wonderful care of us, seemingly unending knowledge of Sicily and communicated in such a lively fun manner. We couldn’t have asked for a better day.
One of the better tours we’ve ever booked and perfect for our group of six! Salvina is a very knowledgeable local guide. I would highly recommend this tour.
- Meet you at the port exit gate. Drive through the motorway to the town of Taormina. - Then we will start the visit of the monuments along the main street Corso Umberto, the Palazzo Corvaja, the Odeon; the enchanting Greek Roman Theatre, the main squares and the most beautiful views. - we will enjoy the narrow enchanting streets in town, amazing photos can be taken during our walk, before we end with the southern part of the town close to the cathedral and Porta Catania near by the Jewish section. - time for a local food and drinks tasting (connolo, granita, arancini or a light local lunch - In the second part of the day, by car we drive along the coast, we reach the village of Savoca, in a charming position on a saddle between two hills. - In an old house of the village is the Vitelli Bar, with a collection of photographs taken when Francis F. Coppola shot some scenes of the Godfather, a nice walk to visit the churches and the amazing narrow streets with its incredible views - Drive back to the port
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Mercedes Van or minibus available - feel free to contact me if you are more than 6 people.
Messina, Sicily, Italy
Meet me inside the port if you arrive by cruise, I will waiting by the exit gate for pedestrians or private excursions with your “sign name” or at your hotel address if you are on tour by the northeastern of Sicily
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