Guided Tours

Mount Etna Half-Day Guided Tour with Tasting & Transport from Taormina & Giardini Naxos

Duration

5 hrs 30 mins

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Visit one of Europe's most active volcanoes on a guided tour including hassle-free return transfers. See the Silvestri Craters, visit a lava cave if conditions permit, and taste typical local products.

Experience the best of Etna without having to reach the summit, a perfect option if you are short on time.

Travel to 1,900m above sea level in a comfortable minivan/minibus, and marvel at the changing landscapes on the way.

Hike to one of the easiest and most accessible inactive craters with the tour leader who will ensure personalized attention in a small group.

Visit a lava cave with necessary safety equipment if conditions permit, before sampling traditional Sicilian delicacies at the Rifugio Sapienza hotel.

Fun Fact: The longest eruption of Etna lasted 10 years, from 1614 to 1624.

Guided hike of a volcano crater

Professional English-speaking tour leader

Round-trip transportation from Taormina/Giardini Naxos by AC Mercedes minivan/minibus

Visit a lava cavern, if possible

Free rental of equipment if needed (windbreaker/raincoat, walking sticks, helmet for visiting the caves)

Hotel transfers

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Enjoy a trek at 1,900 meters above sea level

Depart from Catania in a comfortable vehicle that will take you as far as 1,900 meters above sea level till Rifugio Sapienza. Meet your guide and start one of the easiest and most accessible hikes to the inactive Silvestri Craters. Spend some time at the craters that were formed as a result of an eruption in 1892. If the conditions are safe, you will also visit a lava cave, where you can see tunnels formed by lava flows. Flashlights and helmets will be provided for added safety.

Get a taste of Sicilian delicacies

All the exploration will have surely worked up your appetite. Head back down to Rifugio Sapienza where you can indulge in tasting some typical Sicilian local products before making your way back to Catania.

The tour is available in the morning or at sunset so that you can admire great views and atmosphere no matter the time you choose.

Additional information

You can rent additional equipment like hiking shoes and poles to make your trek more comfortable.

Please inform your tour leader in advance about any food intolerances or allergies.

Please note that the itinerary may be modified based on weather conditions to ensure the safety of customers.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point 1

Taormina at 08:30 AM

Meet your guide at Piazza S. Antonio Abate

Address: 98039 Taormina, Metropolitan City of Messina, Italy.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By Bus

The closest bus stop is Taormina Via Leonardo Da Vinci. It is a quick 10-minute walk to the meeting point.

Board bus Interbus S.p.A. IN10 to get you there.

Meeting Point 2

Giardini Naxos at 09:00 AM

Meet your guide at Giardini Naxos.

Address: :Viale Dionisio, 12, 98035 Giardini Naxos ME, Italy.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By Bus

The closest bus stop is Giardini Naxos. It is a quick 2-minute walk to the meeting point.

Board bus FlixBus to get you there.