Taormina Trip Overview
Let the captain lead you on a coastal cruise to discover hidden spots of Taormina’s coastline. Relax and sunbathe while admiring Taormina’s sights. Enjoy a wonderful fish-based meal in a typical Sicilian ‘trattoria’ just a few meters from the crystal waters of the Isola Bella Nature reserve.
Additional Info
Duration: 8 hours
Starts: Taormina, Italy
Trip Category: Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours >> Day Cruises
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What to Expect When Visiting Taormina, Province of Messina, Italy
Let the captain lead you on a coastal cruise to discover hidden spots of Taormina’s coastline. Relax and sunbathe while admiring Taormina’s sights. Enjoy a wonderful fish-based meal in a typical Sicilian ‘trattoria’ just a few meters from the crystal waters of the Isola Bella Nature reserve.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Isola Bella, Taormina, Sicily Italy
The little island of Isola Bella – formerly called Santo Stefano – is connected to the mainland by a short sandy path, submerged or above sea-level depending on the tide. The island is landscaped with a series of small terraces linked by small stairways and pathways.
Lady Florence Trevelyan, bought Isola Bella, built a charming house and established a garden there that became the home of various sea birds. After Florence’s death Isola Bella stayed in private hands until 1990 when it was taken over by the Regional Government of Sicily who designated it a Nature Reserve.The island is surrounded by sea grottos and has a small and rather rocky beach which is a popular destination for sunbathers.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Sant’ Alessio Siculo, Sant’ Alessio Siculo, Province of Messina, Sicily
You will pass by all the seaside villages near Taormina, including Sant’Alessio. You will admire the ruins of the castle from your comfortable boat.
Stop At: Villagonia, Villagonia, Taormina, Province of Messina, Sicily
The Bay of Villagonia has an outstanding view over Mt Etna and little seaside village of Giardini Naxos – first Greek colony in Sicily.
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Letojanni, Letojanni, Province of Messina, Sicily
During the tour you will pass by the fishermen village of Letojanni.
Pass By: Mazzaro, Mazzaro, Taormina, Province of Messina, Sicily
Bay of Mazzarò, the beach of the locals or ‘Taorminesi’ full of the luxury hotels and fashionable lidos where everyday the slow dolce vita of Sicily is celebrated.
Pass By: Giardini Naxos, Giardini Naxos, Province of Messina, Sicily
During the boat tour you will pass by the village of Giardini Naxos, the first Greek colony in Sicily. From the bay of Giardini Naxos you will enjoy an amazing view of Mt. Etna.
