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Catania: Etna Morning Tour with Transfer

4.9  / 5672 reviews
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Guided tour
Catania: Etna Morning Tour with Transfer
4.9  / 5672 reviews

Enjoy a view of ancient lava flows on a guided tour of Etna from Catania. Explore a lava cave to discover its secrets and experience the view from the top of an extinct crater at an altitude of 2000m.

About this activity

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Duration 5 hours
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Live tour guide
Italian, English
Pickup included
The activity provider will contact you to set up a departure time from the meeting point. Drivers will wait no longer than 5 minutes after the scheduled pickup time.
Small group
Limited to 8 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Petra – Austria

It was very interesting, we learned a lot about Etna and Sicily and overall just a really cool experience.

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Petra – Austria
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Adlan – United Kingdom

It was very well structured. Our tour guide was funny, friendly, polite and helpful.

A
Adlan – United Kingdom

Experience

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    5 pickup location options:

    Dolceria Torrisi, Bar Del Sole I Cinque Tigli Di Cavallaro Salvatore Antoni & C. Sas, Parcheggio Alioto S.R.L H24, Chiesa San Biagio in Sant'Agata alla Fornace, Piazza dei Miracoli

  • Jeep / SUV

    (50 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Milo

    Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour

  • Jeep / SUV

    (15 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Grotta delle nevi

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour

  • Timeline stop icon

    Monti Sartorius

    Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk

  • Timeline stop icon

    Vulcano Etna

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Hiking, Scenic views on the way

  • Jeep / SUV

    (50 minutes)

  • 5 drop-off locations:

    Piazza dei Miracoli, Dolceria Torrisi, Chiesa San Biagio in Sant'Agata alla Fornace, Parcheggio Alioto S.R.L H24, Bar Del Sole I Cinque Tigli Di Cavallaro Salvatore Antoni & C. Sas

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Discover Etna with the most followed team on Instagram @red.etna
  • Be enchanted by the tale of the various eruptions that have made Etna famous
  • Immerse yourself in nature among centuries-old trees and a variety of vegegation
  • Be amazed by almost prehistoric landscapes and scenery

Full description

Discover Etna and its wonders on this guided day trip tour from Catania! We will explore a lava cave and discover the legends surrounding it. During our trek we will reach the top of a series of extinct craters and from there enjoy breathtaking views of the volcano, the coast and also Taormina Together we will discover the history of the volcano, its peculiarities and observe how its landscape has changed according to the flows that have shaped it. Hear the tale of the infamous Etna eruptions from your knowledgeable guide.

Includes

  • Free pickup and drop-off from the meeting point
  • Multilingual naturalist guide
  • Helmet and flashlight for the cave exploration
  • Guided tour of the Etna Park
  • Child safety seat (if infant ticket selected)
  • Rain jacket
  • Summit visit or trek
  • Etna cable car
  • Lunch and water

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • People with claustrophobia
  • People with heart problems
  • People afraid of heights
  • People with vertigo
  • People with respiratory issues
  • People with pre-existing medical conditions
  • People with high blood pressure
  • People with recent surgeries
  • People with motion sickness
  • Wheelchair users
  • People with mobility impairments

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Participants

Date

Important information

What to bring

  • Sunscreen
  • Daypack
  • Rain gear
  • Water
  • Hiking shoes
  • Warm clothing
  • Jacket

Not allowed

  • Sandals or flip flops
  • Oversize luggage
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Smoking in the vehicle
  • Drinks in the vehicle
  • Food in the vehicle
  • Vaping
  • Open-toed shoes
  • Food and drinks in the vehicle
  • Food

Know before you go

  • We ask you to wear appropriate clothing for the season in which the tour will take place.
  • This activity does not include the visit or the trek up to Summits Craters. (if interested in this tour, please contact us)
  • This tour will take place rain or shine.
  • In the presence of adverse weather conditions, unforeseen events or if the guide deems it appropriate, the itinerary may vary.
  • The trekking part is easy and conducted on foot; there is no use of the cable car and we will reach around 1700-2000 meters.
  • During the tour we use 6-seater and a 8-seater vehicles.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 672 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.4/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Petra – AustriaNovember 19, 2024  – Verified booking
It was very interesting, we learned a lot about Etna and Sicily and overall just a really cool experience.
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Adlan – United KingdomNovember 2, 2024  – Verified booking
It was very well structured. Our tour guide was funny, friendly, polite and helpful.
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Enzo – GermanyOctober 27, 2024  – Verified booking
Francesco is an awesome guy, a lot of information of the culture on the side. Highly recommend
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Product ID: 488721

Activity provider:Red Etna srl

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