The Godfather Recce

Deep dive into the inspiration and memorable locations of probably the best known and loved film trilogy in cinema history.

Highlights:

 

  • Explore the secrets of Palermo on foot, visiting the Teatro Massimo – backdrop of the Godfather III’s most dramatic scenes
  • Make a Padrino pilgrimage of medieval Motta Camastra and Forza d’Agrò, featured as ‘Corleone’ and its surrounding landscape
  • Take in the village of Savoca, where you’ll find ‘Vitelli Bar’, the location of Michael’s wedding and ‘Villa Corleone’
  • Tour the Eastern coast of the island, where Coppola found much of his inspiration
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Beautiful landscape of Savoca village on the mountain, Sicily, Italy
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Suggested stay: 7 nights

Perfect for: film buffs film who want to understand the culture of Sicily through the prism of cinematography and those intrigued by Sicily’s mafia past

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