Meet your private English-speaking driver in the arrivals hall after clearing customs and collecting your luggage; they will be waiting with a sign bearing your name. Once you’re ready, you’ll be escorted to your private vehicle for a seamless transfer to your Taormina hotel.

A Welcome Package will be provided and will include any relevant documents or tickets required for your trip.

With an abundance of dining options, choosing a restaurant during your day can feel overwhelming. To simplify the experience, your final trip documents will include a curated dining guide highlighting our top restaurant recommendations in Taormina, personally selected by Kensington Tours Destination Experts.

Set out on a full day discovery of the fascinating Mount Etna, the highest volcano in Europe, and coupled with a enthralling visit to a treasured wine estate. Enjoy an adventurous experience on board a private 4x4 jeep with your private driving-escort, journeying into the core of Mount Etna. Revel at this unique territory and natural landscape, shaped by the flows of the lava throughout the centuries. You’ll visit the 2002 lava flow, a trace of one of the most explosive eruptions of the past one hundred years, while marveling at dramatic views, and listening to the commentary delivered by your driver-escort. Continue to Ragabo pine forest, where among pines and brooms you’ll discover a cave created by the flowing lava. Head to Cottanera vineyard estate, a charming winery that boasts a long wine-making tradition handed down from generation to generation. A winery expert will take you on a nice stroll through the vineyard and introduce you to the story of Cottanera, an inspiring account of the peculiar volcanic soil of Mount Etna, before leading you to the barrique cellar. After your tour of the winery, you’ll be treated to 4-course lunch based on the ancient recipes of the family, paired with four of the estate’s best wines that will convey to your palate all the flavors of a land blessed by the fertility of its lava. At the end of this extraordinary experience, rejoin your driver-escort and head towards the sea back to Taormina.

With a private driver and guide, embark on an enchanting discovery of ancient Tindari and picturesque Montalbano Elicona, two gems of great cultural importance. First, you will be amazed by the silent Tindari, founded in 396 BC. It is rich in marvelous monumental ruins such as a wonderful Greek-Roman theater, and a dome with mosaic floors. Stroll through the ruins and imagine the daily life of Sicilians from a bygone era. Continue to Montalbano Elicona, a village on the Sicilian hills, included in the 100 most beautiful Italian hamlets. Once the favorite destination of the great emperor Federico II of Swabia, Montalbano Elicona is a small medieval treasure suspended between a light blue sky and a colorful landscape. You will also have the chance to walk among the cubburi, particular stone buildings with a tholos, a structure used by shepherds as shelters: ancient traces of an agricultural pastoral lifestyle. Conclude your day with a return transfer to your accommodation.

Our tip is to choose the setting that best suits the evening. For Michelin-starred dining with a strong sense of place, Otto Geleng pairs refined Sicilian cuisine with views over Mount Etna and the sea from its perch above Taormina. For something quieter and more intimate, Osteria Rosso Divino offers a relaxed old-town atmosphere, a thoughtful wine focus, and a handful of tables tucked into a courtyard near Palazzo Duchi di Santo Stefano. For a more contemporary take on Sicilian flavors, Ristorante Gourmet 32 brings a polished but approachable seafood-focused menu to the heart of Taormina, with creative plating and fresh seasonal ingredients.

Uncover the flavors and traditions of Sicily through an intimate hands-on cooking experience in the countryside near Viagrande. Traveling by private vehicle, venture to the home of Monica Consoli of La Cucina del Sole, where Sicilian culinary heritage is preserved through family recipes, storytelling, and a deep connection to the land. Alongside her mother, Chef Eleonora Consoli, a respected voice in Sicilian gastronomy and cookbook author, Monica welcomes guests into her home kitchen to share techniques and traditions passed through generations. Working together, discover how classic Sicilian dishes come to life using regional ingredients and time-honored methods before gathering around the table to enjoy the meal in the warm company of your hosts.

Discover a quieter side of Sicily through the hilltop villages of Savoca and Forza d’AgrÒ, where cinematic history and centuries of island life intertwine. Traveling with your private English-speaking driver, venture into the countryside above the Ionian coast to uncover settings that inspired filmmakers and preserved traditions that still shape daily life. In Savoca, wander medieval lanes to Bar Vitelli, where original Godfather memorabilia recalls scenes from Francis Ford Coppola’s iconic film, before continuing to the Church of San NicolÒ, known to many as the setting for Michael and Apollonia’s wedding. A refreshing lemon granita offers a taste of local ritual before the journey continues to Forza d’AgrÒ, a village where quiet alleyways, weathered facades, and sweeping coastal views reveal Sicily through a more intimate and timeless lens.

With your private driver head to Siracusa, where you’ll meet your local guide for a half-day exploration of the city's impressive historical treasures. Trace Siracusa’s ancient splendor to the Neapolis archaeological park, a vast, diverse park full of goodies to discover. Uncover the stunning remains of the 5th-century BC Greek Theater, one of the greatest legacies of antiquity. Take in the ancient ruins of the Roman Amphitheater, renowned as one of the greatest building achievements of the early Roman imperial age and marvel at the legendary cave known as the Ear of Dionysus. Continue to the ancient heart of Siracusa, the island of Ortigia, connected to the mainland by a bridge built in the 19th century. Explore this enchanting island, where myth comes to life in the Fountain of Arethusa, a mirror of fresh water located in Ortigia that streams into the salt water of the sea, in which the legend of Arethusa and Alphaeus, one of Siracusa's most fascinating and poignant myths, is set. Bask in the panoramic beauty of Ortigia accentuated by unique Sicilian landscape. Saunter through its narrow alleys, full of life, with crowded markets selling local products, and delicious seafood restaurants. Soak up the myriad of temples, castles and churches hidden among medieval and baroque buildings, such as the majestic Cathedral, built on top of an ancient Greek temple. After this extraordinary experience, rejoin your driver for a return transfer to your hotel.

Spend a day at leisure in the paradise of your exclusive villa. Make the most of a selection of modern amenities, or choose to simply bask in the beauty of your surrounds. Indulge in pure escapism and privacy amid your luxury retreat.

Lift off by private helicopter for a sunset flight over Mount Etna, taking in Sicily’s volcanic landscape and coastline from above. After a private transfer to the helipad, meet your pilot and board a 5-seat helicopter for a 30-minute flightseeing experience shaped around Etna’s craters, slopes, and dramatic aerial perspectives. Your driver is waiting after landing for a seamless return to your villa.

Meet your private driver and vehicle for a transfer to Catania Airport. Approximate travel time is 45 minutes.

Above the Ionian Sea in Taormina, Villa Incanto is a 5-bedroom villa that feels like a lived-in postcard complete with ceramic tiles, antique furniture, and floral terraces that look toward the water. Elegant yet grounded in local Sicilian charm, the villa includes a study, library, formal dining, and lush garden pool. Take the cable car down to the beaches of Mazzaro and Isola Bella or set off on a guided visit to Mount Etna’s scenic villages. Ideal for families or couples who want a luxury home base in Taormina, with every comfort and outing curated by your Villa Specialist, this is the kind of stay that lingers long after you leave.