In the Footsteps of the Godfather: A Mindful Living Tour
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port
Giardini Naxos (Taormina), Italy
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activityLevel
Moderate Activity
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excursionType
All,82
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wheelchairAccessible
No
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startingAtPrice
$140
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Information Not Currently Available
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duration
Approximately 4½ hours
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mealsIncluded
Meals included
Devotees of The Godfather are sure to recognize many of the film's memorable sites on this tour of the Sicilian homeland of the notorious Corleone family. Your coach follows a scenic coastal route to the hillside village of Savoca where, in the movie, Michael proposed marriage to Apollonia.
In Savoca you will visit a private home that was the site for the film's Bar Vitelli. It still operates as a bar and houses a collection of memorabilia related to the film. Taste a granita here -- a beverage that this cherished by the locals.
Step inside the Cappuccini Church, whose crypt houses an eerie collection of 18th-century mummies. And from here, join your guide for a walking tour past 15th- and 16th-century churches to the summit above the town for panoramic views. A guided stroll along the village's main street reveals views over the valley below.
Back on the motorcoach, it's an approximately 30-minute journey to Fiumefreddo. Visit the Castello degli Schiavi -- the private home of Barone Platania, which took a starring role in The Godfather trilogy. In fact, this is the very spot where Apollonia was murdered.
Please note:
The Cappuccini Church catacombs are closed as the crypt is undergoing restoration; however, a limited number of mummies may be viewed in a separate room. Modest attire is required; knees, shoulders and midriffs must be covered. Shorts are not allowed. As an extension of Spa & Wellness with Dr Andrew Weil, this Mindful Living tour is designed to deliver an experience that contributes to mind and body wellness. You are invited to visit the on-board spa to speak to the Mindful Living coach to learn more about Dr Weil and our holistic wellness program.