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Marvel over the geological wonders of Mount Etna, then visit the elegant resort town of Taormina on this action-packed full-day tour from Catania. Soak up the dramatic scenery of Europe’s highest active volcano as you visit the hilltop resort of Refugio Sapienza; As an alternative to trekking, you can catch the cable car to the 9,514-foot (2,900-meter) peak of Mount Etna (optional) and explore a natural lava cave. After exploring the lava cave, have a delicious tasting of the local products such as honey, oil and wine. On the way to Taormina, you will stop and see the beautiful "Isola Bella” from above. Then spend the afternoon enjoying your free time in Taormina, among medieval churches, ancient Greek theater, and lively shopping district.

Trek around Mount Etna on this tour with a small group and an expert trekking guide. Set off from Taormina to spend the day learning about the volcano's history, exploring craters and lava caves. Stop at a local chalet for an included snack and wine. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off can be arranged on request.

Spend a day discovering Europe’s highest active volcano and lava caves on this Mt. Etna tour. As you travel from Taormina or Giardini Naxos, learn all about the infamous Sicilian volcano from a guide. Then, leave the vehicle to trek along the trails of Parco dell’Etna, and visit an intriguing lava cave back at ground level. On your return to Catania, you have time for one last stop at an organic farm where samples of wine and honey await.

This tour makes it easier than ever to get up close and personal with Mt. Etna: Europe’s highest active volcano, and one of Sicily’s most visible landmarks. Journey to Rifugio Sapienza, at Etna’s base, before your trek; all equipment is included, and an add-on journey to its crater is available (own expense). Next, explore the volcano’s lava caves before stopping at an area farm for a sampling of local products.

Explore Europe's highest active volcano with this Jeep tour on Mount Etna. Join a nature guide and head up to about 2,000 meters (6,500 feet) to discover lava flows and extinct craters, plus take in the views over the Caldera del Valle del Bove. Then don a helmet and headlamp and venture into a lava tube to better to learn how lava flows are formed and cool.

Unique and fascinating experience, you will relive the experience of "entering" to be part of the film by the great director Fransis Ford Coppola! we will visit two cities that will leave you indelibly moved... Guaranteed fun!

Enjoy a physical perspective of Sicily on a tour to Mt. Etna, the tallest active volcano in Europe. Do a little trekking, check out an old crater and lava flow caves, and admire gorgeous views of the mountain and surrounding landscape at sunset. Plus, stop by a farm to taste local products like honey and wine. Hotel pickup in Catania is included.

Explore Mount Etna, the world's most active stratovolcano, on this small-group hiking tour from Catania. Moderate hike through Mount Etna's moon-like landscape in the Valley del Bove depression, including a lava tube exploration, and the Silvestri craters.

Discover Etna and the Alcantara Gorges! The perfect mix of adventure and refreshing relax! The excursion begins by SUV or minivan (up to 8 people), together with our experienced guides. Our first stop is an off-road trip to the 2002 eruption lava fron. Continuing along the Via Mareneve, in the middle of the Ragabo pine forest, we will arrive at the starting point of our trekking to the Monti Sartorius craters. We will continue on foot, starting at 1650 metres and arriving at an altitude of 1750 metres, an easy walk suitable for everyone. We will then explore a lava flow cave, the Grotta dei Ladroni, equipped with helmets and torches. We will stop at a local chalet or restaurant for lunch (included in the price: a first course, drink and coffee). After lunch, we will reach the characteristic Alcantara Gorges, also known as the Larderia Gorges. A refreshing and relaxing visit to a wonderful place. You can cool off in the Alcantara river in the middle of the canyon of the Gorges!

Beat the heat and the crowds with a morning tour of Mount Etna. Cover more ground by exploring on board a sturdy Jeep, views over the lunar landscapes in the Valle del Bove, and the flora and fauna of the thick woods blanketing the lower slopes. Cap off your tour with a tasting of local specialties including honey, wine, and liqueurs.

An unforgettable excursion: ascent by cable car and jeep up to 2850m (tickets not included, €45 per person to be purchased the same morning as the excursion at the meeting point). The walking route begins from here, a fascinating stop will be on some extinct craters, eruptive vents and lava fractures. We will continue up to the Barbagallo craters at 3000 meters. From here you can observe the majestic Summit Craters and admire recent lava flows (01-12-2023), until you reach the inside of a lava flow channel. We will visit the effusive vent of the 2002 eruption and from here we will descend along the sandy slopes to Montagnola from where we will observe the Valle del Bove, a large volcano-tectonic depression. Breathtaking panorama that gives visitors a feeling of arcane power that few other places in the world can convey. The return by cable car allows you to take a last look at this enchanting lunar landscape, for a total of 4 hours of walking

Experience a different side of Sicily on a full-day tour to Mt. Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe. Your guide shares informative commentary about the history, geology, and wildlife of Mt. Etna as you take nature walks, tour a cave created by lava flows, and see old volcanic craters. Select from hiking or cable car options to customize your visit, then end the day by visiting a wine cellar to sample the local vino. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Catania.

A morning spent walking amongst extinct craters , lava trails and breath-taking sites from the mountain. Your guide will add to the experience by explaining the history, science, traditions of the sites and of the local (culinary) taste!

Delve into ancient Roman and Greek history on a visit to both Neapolis Archaeological Park and Ortygia Island in Syracuse. Neapolis is home to some of Syracuse's most notable ruins, including a massive Greek amphitheater that is still used for performances during the summer months. Marvel at age-old quarries and a Roman amphitheater where gladiators fought each other to the death. Afterward, head over to Ortygia Island―a small island that serves as Syracuse's historic center―and nearby Noto, a stunning town filled with exquisite, photo-worthy baroque architecture.

Mount Etna is Europe’s largest active volcano but its spectacular hiking trails are often poorly marked and challenging to follow. With this guided excursion, explore the lunar landscape without the hassle of reading a trail map and visit lava fields, extinct craters, and a lava tube “cave” in just a few hours. Delve into the area’s geothermal history and activity and take in sweeping views over the Valle del Bove.

See two of Sicily’s natural wonders in one day with this combined tour of Mount Etna and the Alcantara Gorges. Spend the morning exploring the volcanic slopes of Etna, with its lava flows and caves, dramatic lunar landscape, and sweeping views over the surrounding countryside. After a high-altitude lunch, head to the valley floor to hike along the spectacular Alcantara Gorges, formed by an ancient lava flow into the river.

Live a breathtaking adventure to discover the wild nature of Etna. Accompanied by our guides you will discover the most characteristic and fascinating places of the highest volcano in Europe. Along the way we will cross the characteristic eruptive fractures, driving our quads between long lava fields and black volcanic sand, we will admire the explosive craters and discover one of the many beauties that distinguish Etna: a lava flow cave. Continuing along the route we will cross the Etna broom forest, we will descend along the lava flow channels, passing between lunar landscapes, and wooded islands surrounded by petrified lava. A quad excursion for adventure lovers suitable for everyone.

The volcanic landscapes around Mt. Etna draw travelers from far and wide, but reaching the highest peaks can be a challenge. This adventurous full-day tour from Taormina includes food-tastings in Zafferana Etnea and a visit to the Parco dell’Etna. Delve into a lava cave with a guide, marvel at Italy’s volcanic landscape from the Rifugio Sapienza, and delve deep into the Alcantara Gorges—home to lava formations shaped over millions of years.

Venture off the tourist track during this full-day private hiking tour of Mount Etna, Europe's largest volcano. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site's moonlike landscape as you are led by knowledgeable guides across deserts of black sand, ancient lava flows, and wooded areas, including the Valle del Bove and the Silvestri Craters. You’ll even get a chance to enter lava tubes, equipped with helmets and headlights.

Mt. Etna offers beautiful views from every angle, making it a must-do for most travelers, but doing the hike alone can be intimidating since the volcano is an active one. Journey safely to the summit by prebooking this Mt. Etna Summit Trekking Experience. You’ll first take a cable car and 4x4 (own expense) up to the area of Torre del Filosofo before you begin your trek through craters to the summit.

ETNA SUNSET Afternoon excursion, where you can admire the sections highlights of the volcano at sunset. - Pick up at an accommodation or agreed meeting point; - Tasting at a local Zafferana company; - Visit of the famous lava flow of 1991/93 which reached the gates of the town of Zafferana; - Visit of the "Valle del Bove"; - Visit of a lava flow cave (helmets and torches supplied); - Visit of the Silvestri Craters at an altitude of 2000 meters; - Drop off at the accommodation or meeting point.

Admire the beauty of Mount Etna at sunset, the coolest and least crowded hour, on this small-group sunset excursion from Catania. Admire views of the countryside on the scenic drive, discover historical and recent lava flows, and venture into a lava cave (helmets and torches provided), then finish with a hike around the Silvestri Craters to watch the sunset from above .

Explore Mount Etna during the most dazzling time of day with this sunset Jeep tour. Set off in the afternoon to take in the Valle del Bove and lunar landscapes of the lava and ash fields on the slopes of Europe’s highest active volcano. Discover side craters and extinguished lava flows, don a helmet and headlamp to venture into a lava tube, and admire the bird's-eye view at sunset.