Discover the volcanic landscapes and lush wooded scenery of Mount Etna on this full-day excursion. Visit a wine cellar and taste fine local wines.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Private group
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 7 hours
- Starting time 9:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Italian, French, German, Spanish
- Pickup included
- Hotels and B&B in Taormina.
Experience
Highlights
- Enjoy a guided walk on a nature path in Etna Park
- Visit a lava flow cave equipped with a helmet and flashlight
- Sample local wines and organic products at one of region's top wineries
Full description
This day trip will begin with a drive up to Rifugio Sapienza with stops at viewpoints en route. The guide will provide commentary on the volcano's history and point out sites of previous eruptions.
Trek along one of the nature paths up to 2,000 meters or take the Etna high altitude option. For the high altitude option, ride a cable car and special 4x4 minibus to Torre del Filosofo at 2,900 meters. Afterwards, explore a lava cave equipped with a helmet and flashlight.
The final stop will be at one of the area’s top wineries with a tasting session which includes a sparkling wine and 4 still wines. During the tasting session, enjoy local cold cuts, cheeses, pate and olive oil.
Includes
- Round trip transportation by shuttle bus
- Multilingual guide
- Trekking shoes (on request)
- Equipment for cave visit
- Wine cellar visit with wine tasting
- Cableway and 4x4 minibus to reach 3,000 meters (payable on the spot)
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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- Pets