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Private tour in Messina Salvina G
The pearls Taormina and Castelmola Half Day Tour
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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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Overview of your Messina tour
What a nice time you will have! I will share with you the real sense of my land, as a local guide since 20 years, it's a personal pleasure for me to make you feel the intense and real sense of being Sicilian! Visit Castelmola, an impressive settlement uphill, narrow incredible streets, amazing view of MT Etna, and breathing the lost human character of Sicily. After this quiet village, we will embrace the elegant and charming town of Taormina. You will learn about the history, the old constructions, the elegant shops and you will have the possibility to taste the unique local food in some of my favorite shops. We will stop for unforgettable photos and walk in some of my favorite corners of the place! I'm waiting for you!
Your Messina tour itinerary
- From the hotel or port, with a private car, we drive to Castelmola, a village perched above Taormina. The trip will reward us with excellent panoramic views and photos. - A walk through the alleyways will lead us to the square, and there we will stop at one of the local bars, to taste the specialty of the place, the almonds wine, before returning to the car. - Drive to Taormina a short stop at the Madonna della Rocca. - Explore the pretty resort town of Taormina, claimed by many to be the most beautiful place in Sicily. This walk provides a leisurely yet insightful sense of Taormina, culture, history, charming atmosphere. We will cover all the major sights of the city: the Roman Odeon, Corvaja Palace, the churches (Santa Caterina, Cathedral), the Greek Roman Theatre. - time for light lunch or cannolo - a stroll in Corso Umberto (the main street) offering many beautiful shops and the Cathedral next to the Jewish section. The tour as a whole or partially, can be customized to fit your needs upon request
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van
Mercedes van class V * if you are more than 6 people, please contact me and I will provide for a bigger vehicle
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Messina, Sicily, Italy
Hotel or Address if you are in northeastern Sicily Cruise: Messina port or Giardini Naxos or Milazzo I will meet you inside the port at the exit gate for private excursions
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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