Embark on a private tour from Taormina to Savoca, the iconic Sicilian hill town featured in ‘The Godfather’. Learn about the filming process and the real Sicilian Mafia story. Then, enjoy a boat tour along the Taormina coastline and Isola Bella, taking in breathtaking views of the Mediterranean and Mt. Etna. Indulge in a traditional lunch and optional pick-up from Messina.
Embark on a private tour from Taormina to Savoca, the iconic Sicilian hill town featured in ‘The Godfather’. Learn about the filming process and the real Sicilian Mafia story. Then, enjoy a boat tour along the Taormina coastline and Isola Bella, taking in breathtaking views of the Mediterranean and Mt. Etna. Indulge in a traditional lunch and optional pick-up from Messina.
- Savoca - Savoca is an unspoilt medieval town that near Taormina that acted as stand-in for Corleone where Michael was hiding out during the “going to the mattresses” time. Here you will visit Bar Vitelli and take pictures with an authentic Sicilian shotgun “Lupara”, see pictures from the movie and a mirror monument for Coppola, enjoy panoramic…
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Savoca - Savoca is an unspoilt medieval town that near Taormina that acted as stand-in for Corleone where Michael was hiding out during the “going to the mattresses” time. Here you will visit Bar Vitelli and take pictures with an authentic Sicilian shotgun “Lupara”, see pictures from the movie and a mirror monument for Coppola, enjoy panoramic view of the Mediterranean opening from the square where the wedding ceremony scene was shot.
Then you will walk to an ancient church of Santa Lucia, where Michael and Apollonia were married kneeling in the doorway. Walking along the fabulous streets of Savoca, on a good day you can also meet some actors - for example a lady who played Apollonia’s mother. At the end of the walking tour you will have a traditional lunch in a typical “Trattoria.” Lunch consist: cheeses from Etna, salami, ham, sun-dried tomatoes from Taormina, olives, homemade bread, a portion of parmigiana, a portion of caponata, pasta alla norma, local wine and for dessert, lemon sorbet. -
Giardini Naxos - Departure: Giardini Naxos Bay
Places: Isola Bella, Blue Grotto, the Cave of Love and the Rock of the Prickly Pear.

- Boat tour of Taormina Bay (not private)
- Private tour for your party
- Explanation of The Godfather movie and real Mafia history
- Walking tour of Savoca (Bar Vitelli + Church where Michael married Apollonia)
- Traditional lunch
- Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off by private air-conditioned car
- Personal local English-speaking driver/guide
- Boat tour of Taormina Bay (not private)
- Private tour for your party
- Explanation of The Godfather movie and real Mafia history
- Walking tour of Savoca (Bar Vitelli + Church where Michael married Apollonia)
- Traditional lunch
- Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off by private air-conditioned car
- Personal local English-speaking driver/guide
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Embark on a private tour from Taormina in a comfortable car or minivan with a personal guide/driver to the iconic Sicilian hill town of Savoca, renowned worldwide thanks to F.F. Coppola, who filmed his legendary “The Godfather” here. Discover the filming process, fascinating trivia, and the true story of the Sicilian Mafia, including its structure,…
Embark on a private tour from Taormina in a comfortable car or minivan with a personal guide/driver to the iconic Sicilian hill town of Savoca, renowned worldwide thanks to F.F. Coppola, who filmed his legendary “The Godfather” here. Discover the filming process, fascinating trivia, and the true story of the Sicilian Mafia, including its structure, rise, development, and the anti-Mafia efforts.
Afterward, descend to the Mediterranean Sea for a boat tour (not a private boat tour) along the Taormina coastline and Isola Bella. This unique experience allows you to admire the stunning beauty of the Taormina coastline, Isola Bella, and the Blue Grotto, with views of Mt. Etna from the sea! The boat tour lasts approximately 2 hours. During the tour, enjoy a traditional lunch featuring cured meats, cheese, dried tomatoes, olives, caponata, parmigiana, norma pasta, lemon sorbet, and local wine. There is an option for pick-up from Messina.
Vegetarian and other dietary options are available upon request. The tour order may be adjusted at the guide’s discretion.
- The boat tour is Not private
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.