Sea View Sicilian Cooking Class with Chef Mimmo
Learn how to cook delicious Sicilian specialties in a family atmosphere, a few steps from the beach and the sea, with a professional Chef.
We will make your holiday in Sicily unforgettable thanks to the flavors and aromas of our splendid land. You will taste a thousand of ingredients wisely mixed together so as to never create monotony and you will discover new flavors through rich dishes with a scent of sea, almond, ricotta or even oil, earth, life, of something good.
Discover Sicily in its unique flavors, from Pachino cherry tomatoes to the pistachio of Bronte, a town located at the base of Etna volcano. I will delight you with the taste of aubergines while you prepare a plate of pasta “alla norma”, and discover the flavors of our sea through fresh fish from the local market, and flavored with spices such as capers from the Aeolian Islands and olives born from the fertile volcanic land.
Private tour gorges of the alcantara plus typical village visit
Enjoy a relaxing and picturesque journey in an air-conditioned car reserved only for your group, with your personal driver/Guide, through hills of olive and orange groves to reach the Alcantara River.
Admire a truly unique geological landscape, characterized by deep gorges with columnar structures reminiscent of organ pipes. Walk in the river or, if you wish, take a swim in its refreshing waters.
Discover breathtaking views of a small authentic village on the slopes of Mount Etna, immerse yourself in its timeless atmosphere, enjoy the rural charm away from the crowded tourist areas. Visit local produce stores, small bars and beautiful terraces.
Enjoy a hearty lunch DAnte with delicious healthy organic products, prepared according to local recipes perfected over the centuries, accompanied by a good glass of Etna wine.
Note: If you feel like swimming, you may want to bring a DA swimsuit and towel
Boat tour with dolphin sighting
Discover the charm of the Syracuse coast on a boat tour that offers a unique opportunity to explore the wonders of the Ionian Sea. You will skirt the island of Ortigia, admiring historic sights such as the Duomo, Palazzo Veneziano and Castello Maniace. The journey continues to the caves on the north side of the city, where you can see stalactites and stalagmites, with a stop at the famous Blue Grotto, characterized by crystal clear waters and an enchanting atmosphere. The next stop is the Plemmirio Nature Reserve, a marine protected area populated by rich biodiversity, where you can spot dolphins. On board, you will have access to a full beverage service with cool drinks during the excursion and you will also have the opportunity to dive into the clear waters. This tour is an unforgettable experience for lovers of nature and history.
Egadi Sail Boat Tour to Favignana and Levanzo from Trapani
Our skipper will guide you to discover the Egadi Islands, following the wind’s breath. Live a unique experience between secret caves, inaccessible bays and uncountable shades of blue.. Left the mooring and hoisted the sail, your sailing experience can begin. The boat sails to Favignana with stops at Cala Azzurra, Bue marino, Cala Rossa. The navigation continues to Levanzo, where stops at the most famous bays of the Island as Cala Fredda and Cala Minnola. During the stops you can swim and use the snorkeling equipment available on board. The sail boat provides every comfort to spend a daily tour in total relax.
The tour is for a maximum of 12 people per boat.
The excursion starts at 09.30 from the port of Trapani and ends at about 6.00 pm.
Etna Sunset
A fascinating trip to enjoy the history, the incredible moonscape, the nature of the amazing Mount Etna!
Welcome to the highest active volcano in Europe.
Live your dream with us!
Sensory tasting with organic wines
We are Giuseppe and Valentina and we are young winemakers. We started making wine in our cellar in 2014. With our tour we want to offer you a unique experience different from all the others, in fact you can create your own bottle of wine to take home with you!
This is what we offer:
-Guided tasting of three different wines. you will be guided in the olfactory analysis of wines, comparing the smells present in the wines with those of some flowers, essences and fruits that will be provided
- light lunch with Sicilian appetizers, first, second course and dessert
- Bottling, capping and labeling of a bottle of the chosen wine. you will be able to customize the label with your name and date of the visit, in order to have an indelible memory of the visit to the cellar
Private 8 Days Tour of Sicily: Highlights
Discover Sicily in a Private Tour. 8 Days / 7 Nights visiting Taormina, Godfather Villages, Mt. Etna, Noto, Syracuse, Agrigento and Palermo.
Enjoy the best highlights of Sicily: Greek Theatre, Temples Valley, Baroque Towns, Cathedrals Discover Sicilian Culture, History, Lifestyle, Food & Wine.
7 Tours/Activities with Licensed Local Guide.
Accommodation options in 3* 4* or 5* Hotels.
Overnights in Taormina, Syracuse & Palermo.
All ground Transfers in 8 seats A/C Mercedes Minivan or Mercedes Car and licensed driver, including Pick up and drop off to Airport.
24 hours coordination from arrival to departure.
Taormina Private Tour from Hotel or Cruise Terminal of Messina
The chance to visit Taormina, one of the most interesting and suggestive places on the Ionian coast in full autonomy, dedicating yourself to doing what you like best, shopping, photos, visits to monuments, tasting gastronomic specialties, without forgetting to know the main attractions of the city of Messina such as the Duomo with the largest astronomical clock tower in the world and the Shrine of Christ the King from where you will see the whole coast kissing the city of Messina and being able to take some pictures with the port behind it with the cruise ship with the which you have arrived.
Private Etna Panoramic & wine tasting with food combination
Discover the beauty of Mount Etna on a private tour with pickup from your accommodation aboard a luxury Mercedes V-Class minivan and English-speaking driver.
Reach Rifugio Sapienza at 2,000 meters, where you’ll explore the Silvestri Craters with a light, scenic walk. For those who want to go higher, the cable car up to 2,900m is optional (extra €80 pp) and offers breathtaking views—but no pressure, the experience is incredible either way.
Then stop at Oro d’Etna to taste local honey and see the dramatic 1992 lava flow.
The tour continues at a local winery, where you’ll enjoy a wine tasting and light lunch overlooking the volcano.
Throughout the day, —your driver and proud Sicilian—will share stories, culture, and his deep love for the land. Unlike crowded group tours, this private journey is all about you: your time, your rhythm, your Sicily. Expect comfort, connection, and unforgettable soul.
Food and Culture Tour of Ortigia
I will accompany you on a culinary journey, exploring the gastronomic and Cultural beauty of Syracuse. The visit includes the explanation of the monuments of the old town starting from the local market of Ortigia and a tasting of Sicilian local products. A perfect mix between food and history with a local professional guide with a big passion for food and interesting stories.
Godfather tour
With the half-day Godfather tour, Dream Island will take you back in time to discover the ancient and sunny Sicilian villages chosen by Francis Ford Coppola as the setting for the film "The Godfather".
The first stop is the Castello degli Schiavi, nicknamed "Villa Corleone", where you will have the opportunity to relive the famous scenes of the film, read the original documents of the production, admire photographs taken during filming, and become protagonists being immortalized with photos and videos in those same places, recreating the famous scenes from "The Godfather".
The second stop is Savoca, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy, where you can visit the famous Bar Vitelli, where Don Micheal Corleone asked for the hand of Apollonia. We will conclude our tour with a visit to the Church of San Nicolò, where the wedding scene between Michael Corleone and Apollonia was set.
With this tour you can relive the magic of the film and discover the hidden beauty of Sicily!
Taormina snorkeling experience
Visit two beautiful snorkeling sites, carefully selected by the captain each day, explore the beauty and underwater treasures of Sicilian east coast, snorkeling over the reef, mesmerized by the vivid colors of the fish, Join the free guided snorkel tour and learn about the various fish, corals and creatures of the marine reserve.
Tour of Etna and Alcantara
In one day we will visit the natural beauty of the Etna landscape and the suggestive scenery of the Alcantara Gorges, a park characterized by the cold waters of the river that flows between two high basaltic rock walls formed in ancient eruptions.
Etna Morning or Sunset - Trek & Lava Tunnel with Gear
Surrounded by a landscape, sometimes lunar, we will try to get to know and explore Etna, a World Heritage Site, famous for its beauty and uniqueness.
We will cross: Deserts of Black Sand; Ancient and recent lava flows; Old craters and lava tubes.
Difficulty: Easy
Maximum altitude: about 2100 m;
Duration of the trek: about 1.5 / 2 hours;
Height difference: about 100 m.
In the event of adverse weather conditions or real security risks, the route can be changed!!
Other things to keep in mind: The duration of the experience is indicative. Unpredictable situations could cause the experience to end later than expected.
It is always better not to make the day of the experience coincide with the date of your flight, if the scheduled time is too close to your departure/arrival.
It is important to wear hiking shoes or that you are not afraid to get dirty.
Wine Tour in the historic Baglio Florio Adamo with Lunch
Since 1998, Vincenzo, Vito's son, raised by the smells of musts and climbing the "mountains" of marc of the grapes processed at the Florio plant, immediately manifests his vocation for wine, he is the one who takes care of the company and relaunches the family brand, together with his wife Liliana.
The building was erected at the beginning of the 19th century, a historical architectural-engineering complex of the Cellar and now also a Museum, tastings of organic wine and oil from the Adamo farm, celebrate the entrepreneurial action and worker heroism of the twentieth century. The wine museum, where you can buy food and wine excellences, is a structure that combines history and food and wine, to discover the winemaking traditions of the past, among the wonderful scenarios of Sicily. The historical path is taken care of by the owner Vincenzo Adamo - agronomist, who will accompany you through the supply chains and the indigenous flavors and aromas of Sicily.
Private Godfather Tour from Taormina
GODFATHER TOUR SICILY - Escorted Tour of Godfather Locations 2024
During this amazing Escorted Tour to the Godfather locations, you will visit all the most famous places in the movie Godfather.
This half-day excursion lasts around 4 hours.
First of all, our driver will collect you from your preferred location in Taormina. Then, our journey begins along the coastal road to Capo Sant’ Alessio. You will visit two towns: the first step of our Godfather Tour is Savoca, with its famous bar Vitella and Michael's wedding church. The next stop is Forza D’agro - the backdrop for many scenes shot in the trilogy.
Enjoy with our team of expert drivers one of the most requested Escorted Tour of Sicily.
Taormina Private Shore Tour from Messina cruise port
Discover Taormina, a jewel unique in the world with our private shore tour from Messina port. Your driver will pick you up from the cruise port at your most preferred time. On board of a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, you will reach the historical centre of Taormina, where you will have free time to explore the pearl of Mediterranean: the wonderful Greek Roman Theatre with terrific views over Mount Etna and the bay, the Cathedral of San Nicolò di Bari, the Public Gardens, the fascinating Corso Umberto with its boutiques and colorful balconies and much more. You will have the chance to take the cable car to reach the bay of Taormina and see Isola Bella, which is a protected natural site as well as a beautiful beach.
The driver will pick you up from the bay or the centre at the agreed time to take you back to your cruise.
Kindly note that it is also possible to add a tour guide at extra cost.
Palermo by Sea: Exclusive Coastal Escape with Aperitif
Explore the enchanting coastline of Palermo with our exclusive boat tour.
What makes our experience truly unique is the attention to detail and the intimate atmosphere. We limit the number of participants to just 7 guests, ensuring a personalized and relaxing journey.
Our tour takes you along the stunning Palermo coastline, unveiling hidden gems, crystal-clear waters, and offering a taste of authentic local flavors during our onboard aperitif.
Don’t miss the chance to discover Palermo from an exclusive perspective, where every moment is designed to create unforgettable memories. Treat yourself to a unique maritime adventure, crafted to help you enjoy the sea like never before.
Etna Trekking Morning or Sunset Known as Ring on the Valley
The "Etna - Ring on the Valley" trek is a real volcanic bath of Etna ash that you will absorb like a sponge, in your veins.
Etna, with its 3,403 meters of height, is a volcanic giant that dominates the Sicilian landscape, a unique attraction in the world both for its majestic presence and for its volcanic activity. It is the largest active volcano in Europe, a natural laboratory where nature manifests itself in all its power, with spectacular eruptions and a unique landscape, characterized by lava flows, craters, caves and volcanic deserts. These environments offer a suggestive spectacle, with the contrast between the wild nature and the fascinating aesthetics and image of Etna. In fact, it is a symbol of Sicily and its culture, present in legends, traditions and art. Its presence influences the daily life of Sicilians, with crops that adapt to volcanic conditions and a special relationship with the mountain.
Typical Pottery Experience with local Artisans in Catania
Discover Sicilian craftsmanship with local artisans. Explore an unique pottery studio located in the heart of Catania and learn all about traditional ceramic manufacturing. Improve your artistic skills creating your own pottery masterpiece.
Half-Day Cooking Class with Lunch in Baglio Florio
During the cooking classes, we will be happy to share the secrets of Sicilian cuisine, and tell the origin and anecdotes linked to each individual dish.
Participating in an expert-led extra virgin olive oil tasting is like embarking on a journey through the flavors and aromas of Sicily of the past like you have never experienced before. Find out how home-grown olive oil is produced, how to pair it with food and how to buy a quality product at home.
Our recipes and preparation methods respect the culinary tradition of the area, using zero kilometer raw materials, the result of the work of our producers.
At the end, it will be possible to taste the dishes created and sip the wine best suited to the dish.
Sea View Sicilian Cooking Class & Taormina Market with Chef Mimmo
Learn to cook delicious Sicilian specialties in a warm and welcoming setting, just steps from the beach and the sea, guided by a professional chef. This experience will make your Sicilian holiday truly unforgettable, letting you savor the authentic flavors and aromas of the island.
Begin with a visit to a small local market in Taormina, where you’ll discover fresh, seasonal ingredients and immerse yourself in the vibrant local atmosphere. Then, prepare and enjoy traditional Sicilian dishes with your own hands.
Discover ingredients carefully combined to create dishes that are never repetitive and always full of surprises: from the taste of the sea and the mountains, to the sweetness of almonds and ricotta, to the rich flavors of Sicilian olive oil and fresh local produce. Every dish tells the story of the region’s vibrant culinary tradition.
