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Mount Etna Guided Tour with Wine and Olive Oil Tasting

Group hiking on Mount Etna, Catania, with volcanic landscape in the background.
Group hiking on Mount Etna's volcanic terrain, Sicily, during a guided tour.
Person standing on rocky edge of Mount Etna with arms outstretched, Catania, Italy.
Wine bottle and glass with olives and sun-dried tomatoes on a table during Etna wine tasting tour.

Duration

8 hrs

Free cancellation

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Guided tour

Walk along the craters and volcanic caves at Mount Etna before visiting an Etnean olive oil mill and local wine cellar to taste delectable samples of Sicilian staples.

    • Spend a full day exploring Etna’s volcanic landscapes, then unwind with regional wine and olive oil tastings guided by local experts.

    • Begin with a guided walk on Etna, following safe paths as your guide shares stories and points out craters, lava fields, and scenic viewpoints.

    • Visit a working oil mill, tour its production areas, and sample freshly pressed olive oil to learn how flavor changes with origin and process.

    • Continue to a nearby winery, walk through cellars and vineyards, then taste selected Etna wines while learning how volcanic soil shapes each sip.

    • Full-day guided walk at Mount Etna

    • English & Italian-speaking guide

    • Guided tour of oil mill & tasting

    • Guided tour of winery & tasting

    • Lunch
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Explore Mount Etna on a guided day, then visit an oil mill and winery with tastings included.

    Getting started

    Begin your experience by meeting your guide at the designated starting point for your Mount Etna tour. After a brief introduction and safety overview, you will set off together for your full-day guided walk. Wear suitable trekking shoes, a hat, and a jacket, as conditions can change with altitude and weather.

    Full-day guided walk at Mount Etna

    What to expect

    Join your English and Italian-speaking guide for a full-day walk on Mount Etna, exploring its volcanic landscapes and learning about the area. The pace is steady and suited to a full-day outing, with time to take in the scenery and ask questions along the way.

    Features

    • Follow established trails on Mount Etna and observe how past eruptions have shaped the terrain, from lava fields to craters and ash deposits.

    • Hear insights from your guide in English and Italian about the volcano, local geology, and the communities that live around Etna.

    Guided tour of oil mill

    What to expect

    Continue your day with a guided visit to a local oil mill, where you will see how olive oil is produced. Your guide or a specialist at the mill explains each step of the process, from olives arriving at the mill to the finished oil.

    Features

    • Walk through the production areas of the oil mill and observe the equipment used to clean, press, and store olives and oil.

    • Learn about different olive varieties and pressing methods, and how these influence the flavor and quality of olive oil.

    • Enjoy an olive oil tasting, comparing flavors under guidance during your visit.

    Guided tour of winery

    What to expect

    Round off your day with a guided tour of a winery in the Etna region. Staff at the winery or your guide explain the local winemaking traditions and how the volcanic environment influences the grapes grown here.

    Features

    • See key areas of the winery, such as fermentation rooms and barrel or storage spaces, and understand the stages of wine production.

    • Learn about regional grape varieties and the characteristics associated with wines produced on Etna’s volcanic soils.

    • Take part in a guided tour of the winery as per the option selected, included in your experience.

    • Sample wines during a wine tasting, gaining an introduction to the flavors typical of the area.

  • What's not allowed

    • The experience is restricted for guests aged 10 and under.

    Additional information

    • It's recommended to wear appropriate trekking shoes, a hat, and a jacket.

    • 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 shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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