Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
In the first part of this tour, you will visit some of the flank craters, which are dormant , at 2000 m. The landscape is amazing, surrounded by craters, lava flows, volcanic ash and lots of different plants, most of them are native to the area.
In the second part, you will visit Taormina, one of the most beautiful village in Italy. Once you get there, you will spend three hours on your own , visiting lots of different attractions such as the Greek Theatre, the public Botanic Garden, Isola Bella, churches and local shops.
All our tour guides and drivers are certificated according to the Italian law.
Due to COVID-19 pandemic we follow all guidelines from WHO and Italian Government to guarantee your safety.
• Pickup and Transfer service, departing from Catania at 8:30
• Guided tour from 1900m to 2000m
• Visit Taormina (no tour guide is scheduled for this step)
• Arrival time in Catania around 17:30
What's included
Etna Guide
Pickup and Transfer service from Catania
Food and Drink
Tour guide in Taormina
Greek Theatre Ticket
What to expect
Nicolosi
on the way you will see the village of Nicolosi which is situated at the feet of the Volcano Etna. It's from here that in 1669 started a huge eruption which destroyed villages and in part the city of Catania. From Nicolosi to Rifugio Sapienza (1900m a.s.l.) you will see an amazing lunar landscape surrounded by lateral craters, lava flows and a huge basalt mine, everything mixed with a native vegetation
Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna
2h
Crateri Silvestri are the most popular lateral craters we have around Mt. Etna. This eruption started in 1892
Taormina
3h
You have time to spend three hours on your own visiting lots of attractions like Isola Bella, the public Botanic Garden, the Greek Theatre (Ticket entrance), churces, shops, breath-taking panoramic views
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Pickup time 8:30 in front of your accommodation or at a meeting place arranged in advance.
The time depends on the traffic jam , our driver may be a little late.
Additional information
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
