- Porta Messina - During “The Godfather” tour, you will walk along the authentic picturesque streets of Savoca and Forza d’Agro remained unchanged since the movie was made, visit ancient churches, famous Bar Vitelli where Michael Corleone asked Apollonia’s father her hand in marriage, church where they married, and other movie locations. Later, optionally you can visit Enoteca near Santa Lucia church, and on a terrace with romantic sea view taste Sicilian red and white wines paired with traditional food (locally produced cheeses, salami, prosciutto, caponata, parmigiana, olives, extra virgin olive oil and fresh home-made bread and lemon sorbet). The tour will continue in Forza d’Agro, another stunning hilltop town with a “Godfather” connection. You will walk the abandoned streets and see the pictures from the movie, visit ancient churches, see the piazza where young Vito Andolini (later Vito Corleone) escaped Don Ciccio’s men by hiding in a basket on a donkey’s back.
- Bar Vitelli - Famous Bar Vitelli
- Private tour exclusively for your party
- Traditional lunch in Trattoria
- Personal local English speaking driver/guide
- Lesson about The Godfather movie and the real Mafia history
- Walking tour of Savoca and Forza d’Agro
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off by private car
- Round-trip transportation by private air-conditioned car
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
Experience a PRIVATE exploration of the renowned Sicilian hill towns highlighted in F.F. Coppola’s iconic film ‘The Godfather’ in the comfort of a car or minivan with your own personal tour guide. Gain an insightful understanding of the filming process, intriguing trivia, the true tale of the Sicilian Mafia, its organization, rise and evolution. Delve into the history and culture of the film locations and immerse yourself in the quaintly romantic ambiance of ancient Sicily. Stroll through the unaltered streets of Savoca and Forza d’Agro, visit aged churches, Bar Vitelli where Michael conversed with Apollonia’s father, among other places.
Conclude the tour with a conventional lunch at a ‘Trattoria.’ The lunch includes: customary local delicacies: Etna cheeses, salami, ham, sun-dried tomatoes from Taormina, olives, homemade bread, parmigiana serving, caponata serving, pasta alla norma, local wine, and a dessert of lemon sorbet.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- We have private tours, only for your party, however at the beginning of the excursion we will give each guest a mask, protective gloves and hand sanitizer.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.