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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.
- Traditional Lunch
- Boat tour of Taormina Bay (non-private)
- Exclusive private tour for your group
- The Godfather and Mafia history insights
- Guided walking tour of Savoca
- Convenient hotel/port pick-up and drop-off
- Comfortable air-conditioned transport
- Personal local English-speaking driver/guide
- Gratuities
Embark on a private excursion from Taormina in a cozy car or minivan, led by your own personal guide/driver, to Savoca, a must-visit Sicilian hill town. Known globally due to F.F. Coppola’s iconic film ‘The Godfather’ shot in this town. Acquire knowledge about the filming process, fun facts and get intriguing insights into the real story of Sicilian Mafia, its formation, growth, evolution and the resistance against Mafia.
Afterwards, descend towards the Mediterranean sea for a boat tour (which is not private) along the Taomina coastline and Isola Bella. Experience the unique beauty of Taormina coastline, Isola Bella, Blue Grotto, Cave of Love, the Prickley Pears’ Rock and Mt. Etna from the sea! The boat tour lasts approximately 2 hours. For a private boat tour, please contact us. Delight yourself during the tour with a traditional lunch that includes cured meat, cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, caponata, parmigiana, norma pasta, lemon sorbet, and local wine. Some pick-up options from Messina are available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
