San Michele Estate Vineyards & Wine Tasting

San Michele Estate Vineyards & Wine Tasting

4.5 hours | Sicily (Messina) | Q M E - 3 1 0
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Description

Points of Interest

  • San Michele Winery
Includes snack, Strenuous activity

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Sample some of succulent wines of the rich and fertile Mt. Etna region. Departing from Messina, you'll board your motorcoach for a scenic ride through the countryside filled with vineyards and citrus groves, past the village of Santa Venerina, and within the Mt. Etna National Park, to reach one of the top wine producers in the area, Villa San Michele Estate. The microclimate surrounding the famous volcano of rigid winters, temperate summers and abundant rainfall and its lava soil results in some of the finest varietals in the country. The San Michele Wine Estate is surrounded by a wonderful panorama that stretches from Taormina to Capo Mulini. Enjoy the breath-taking views,meet the Scammacca Family and then tour the winery and the vineyard before tasting some of the famous Murgo Wine, accompanied by typical sicilian products. Perhaps you'll find a few favorites to take back with you. Before driving back enjoy a stop at the 1992 lava flow to have a closer look at Mt Etna powerful nature..

Special Notes:

The drive from Messina to Villa San Michele is approximately 90 minutes. There are numerous steps to negotiate at the winery. Caution is advised if guests want to walk on the 1992 lava flow.Guests have to walk about 500 m uphill to reach the winery.
Must be 21 years of age to participate in the wine tasting

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Depart from ship for a guided tour and wine tasting at San Michele Estate

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 50
Travel time: 01:15
Time at site: 01:00
Inside visit: Yes
Walking distance: 328
Steps: 30
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: Yes

Drive to/visit 1992 lava flow

Transport type: Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 50
Travel time: 00:15
Free time at site: 15
Inside visit: No
Restroom available: No
Shopping available: No
Photo/video restrictions: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Re-board your motorcoach and return to your ship

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 50
Travel time: 01:15
Inside visit: No
Air conditioned: Yes
Steps: 3
Restroom available: No
Shopping available: No
Photo/video opportunity: No