Taormina: Food and Wine Tour Also in Vintage Car

Taormina, a picturesque town on Sicily’s eastern coast, beckons visitors with its stunning vistas and rich culinary heritage. Nestled beneath the imposing Mount Etna, this vibrant destination offers a unique opportunity to experience the region’s gastronomic delights through a captivating Food and Wine Tour. Imagine gliding through the breathtaking landscapes in a vintage car, savoring local delicacies, and connecting with passionate producers – an immersive journey that promises to tantalize the senses and leave a lasting impression. Uncover the charms of Taormina and prepare to embark on a delectable adventure.

Key Points

• This 7-hour food and wine tour in Taormina and the Mount Etna region offers a vintage car experience, transportation, and a variety of local tastings and activities.
• The tour includes a vintage car ride to Linguaglossa for a breakfast and food tasting, a cheese tasting in Randazzo, and a guided tour with lunch and wine.
• Participants can taste olive oil, Etna hazelnuts, hot ricotta, Nebrodi Mountains cheese, artisan granita, and ricotta cannoli during the local experiences and tastings.
• The tour is priced from $489.63 per person, with free cancellation and a reserve now & pay later option, and pickup locations in Catania, Taormina, or Naxos.
• The tour may not be suitable for wheelchair users or those with lactose intolerance, and participants should wear comfortable shoes and bring insect repellent.

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Tour Overview and Pricing

This food and wine tour in Taormina offers an authentic experience at the foot of Mount Etna.

Priced from $489.63 per person, the 7-hour tour includes free cancellation and a reserve now & pay later option. Guests are picked up in Catania, Taormina, or Naxos, then enjoy a 35-minute vintage car ride to Linguaglossa.

Priced from $489.63 per person, the 7-hour tour includes free cancellation and a reserve now & pay later option. Guests are picked up in Catania, Taormina, or Naxos, then enjoy a 35-minute vintage car ride to Linguaglossa.

There, they’ll savor local breakfast, snacks, and food tastings. Next, a 25-minute drive takes them to Randazzo for cheese tasting, desserts, and a guided tour before a 2-hour lunch with Etna red wine.

The tour ends with drop-offs in Taormina, Naxos, or Catania.

Itinerary and Activities

After guests are picked up from their locations in Catania, Taormina, or Naxos, they embark on a 35-minute vintage car ride to Linguaglossa.

There, they enjoy a 1.5-hour breakfast and food tasting experience, sampling local snacks and delicacies.

Next, they take a 25-minute vintage car ride to Randazzo, where they visit a family dairy for a 75-minute cheese tasting.

Guests then enjoy a 10-minute vintage car ride in Randazzo, followed by a 1-hour dessert and food tasting experience, including a guided tour.

Finally, they’ve a 2-hour lunch with wine before being dropped off at their original locations.

Local Experiences and Tastings

Throughout the tour, guests have the opportunity to meet local people and producers of Sicilian excellence.

They’ll taste olive oil from Etna and typical Etna hazelnuts at a small farm.

At a family dairy, they’ll experience hot ricotta and Nebrodi Mountains cheese.

In a pastry shop, they’ll enjoy artisan granita and ricotta cannoli.

The lunch includes an appetizer, typical sausage, and a glass of Etna red wine, providing a true taste of the region.

These local experiences and tastings offer an authentic glimpse into Sicilian food and wine culture.

Transportation Details

The tour includes vintage car transport for the Taormina and Catania areas.

Additional transport costs may apply for participants from other locations.

Travelers must wait outside their hotel or at the agreed meeting point for pickup.

The vintage cars provide an authentic local experience as guests are whisked between the key stops of Linguaglossa and Randazzo.

Though the transportation is included, the tour may not be suitable for wheelchair users or those with lactose intolerance.

Comfortable shoes are recommended to fully enjoy the on-foot portions of the day’s activities.

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Important Information

The tour may not be suitable for wheelchair users or those with lactose intolerance.

Participants should bring insect repellent and wear comfortable sports shoes.

Be prepared for the outdoors – bring insect repellent and wear comfortable shoes for this food and wine tour.

This food and wine tour through the foothills of Mount Etna is available in both English and Italian, with a live tour guide accompanying the group.

Vintage car transport is included for those joining from Taormina and Catania, though additional transport costs may apply for other pickup locations.

Vintage Car Ride to Linguaglossa

After getting acquainted with the important tour details, the journey begins with a 35-minute vintage car ride to Linguaglossa.

Travelers will experience the charm of classic automobiles as they cruise through the picturesque landscapes at the foot of Mount Etna. The vintage car transport offers a unique and nostalgic way to take in the local culture and scenery.

Along the way, participants can admire the rolling hills, vineyards, and quaint villages that dot the countryside. This vintage car ride sets the tone for the day’s exploration of Sicilian food and wine delights.

Cheese Tasting at a Family Dairy

After the vintage car ride to Linguaglossa, the tour continues with a 25-minute journey to Randazzo. At a family dairy, participants get to experience the making of hot ricotta and Nebrodi Mountains cheese. The dairy owner proudly shares the artisanal techniques passed down through generations. Guests enjoy a cheese tasting paired with local wines.

| Cheese Type | Sourcing | Production |

| — | — | — |

| Ricotta | Fresh sheep’s milk | Slowly heated and curdled |

| Nebrodi Mountains Cheese | Milk from local herds | Aged in cool, humid caves |

The cheese tasting allows visitors to appreciate the regional flavors and traditional craftsmanship of Sicilian dairy.

Lunch With Wine and Regional Delicacies

Following the vintage car ride and guided tour in Randazzo, guests are welcomed to a local restaurant for a hearty lunch featuring regional delicacies.

The meal begins with a selection of appetizers, including freshly-made Sicilian sausage and a variety of local cheeses.

For the main course, guests enjoy pasta with a traditional Etna red wine sauce, accompanied by a glass of robust Etna red wine.

To cap off the experience, a dessert of artisanal granita and ricotta cannoli is served, showcasing the region’s renowned pastry traditions.

The lunch provides an authentic taste of Sicilian cuisine and culture.

The Sum Up

This Taormina food and wine tour offers a unique and immersive experience. Guests will enjoy a scenic vintage car ride, delectable local cuisine, and the chance to connect with producers. From a breakfast in Linguaglossa to a cheese tasting in Randazzo, the tour showcases the region’s culinary excellence. With a knowledgeable guide, visitors can savor the flavors and charm of Sicily.

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