DAY 1: TAORMINA AREA
Arrival at Catania Airport. Transfer on request to the Taormina area, hotel accommodation. Dinner and overnight stay in the Taormina area.
DAY 2: TAORMINA & CASTELMOLA
After breakfast, the Vespa tour begins! Your charming scooter will be delivered to your hotel. Hop on the Vespa and set off to discover Taormina, “the Pearl of the Mediterranean,” visiting it by crossing Corso Umberto, which is the heart of the city where you can find splendid ancient buildings, including the 15th-century Palazzo Corvaja and the Greco-Roman theater, the second largest classical theater in Sicily - Over the centuries, the city has always been a much sought-after destination. From the Greco-Roman theater, you can admire the bay of Giardini Naxos, Mount Etna, and the Calabrian coast. Continue to Castelmola, another beautiful village that overlooks Taormina and the bay of Giardini Naxos. There you will explore the narrow streets, enjoying the breathtaking view of Mount Etna. Time to visit the picturesque “Bar Turrisi,” a “must” in Castelmola, where you can taste the famous “Almond Wine” accompanied by typical local biscuits. The tour will end with the sunset admired from the panoramic square above the village. Return to the hotel, dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 3: FORZA D'AGRO' & SAVOCA
Breakfast at the hotel. Today you can choose to visit the villages made famous by the film The Godfather.
Suggested itinerary: Departure for Forza D’Agrò, a charming village located on a hill overlooking Taormina and the Ionian Sea. Walking along the narrow streets of this small town, in addition to breathtaking views, you will be able to admire the Durazzesco arch and the Cathedral, the place chosen to set one of the most romantic scenes in The Godfather, Michael Corleone’s wedding. From the panoramic square you can enjoy an extraordinary view of the coast. After visiting this small gem, continue to Savoca, which was also a filming location for the famous movie directed by Francis Ford Coppola. The buildings and monuments featured in the film are real, such as the famous Bar Vitelli, the very same bar used for filming The Godfather. Continue to the hotel, dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 4: ALCANTARA GORGES & FRANCAVILLA DI SICILIA
After breakfast, you can choose to visit the Alcantara Gorges and Francavilla di Sicilia.
Suggested itinerary: The Alcantara Gorges are a splendid natural canyon of volcanic origin, where you can admire the majesty of the Alcantara River flowing between lava stone walls. The play of light and shadow on the steep walls of the gorges creates a world of illusions. The river water is always cool. To go down into the gorge, you can take the stairs or an elevator (cost about €9 not included). The small beach area is ideal for dipping your feet, sunbathing, or, if you want to take a dip, there are areas where the water is a little deeper and you can jump in. Recommended clothing: swimsuit, beach towels. Continue to Francavilla di Sicilia, a very ancient village famous for its convent. We also recommend a stop in Linguaglossa before returning to the hotel. Return the Vespa, dinner and overnight stay.
DAYS 5-6-7: OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS
DAY 8: THE TOUR ENDS AFTER BREAKFAST
7 nights in a classic double room in a 4-star hotel with half board
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VESPA rental conditions
The renter must be at least 21 years old with at least two years of driving experience and possess a valid ID document.