Etna Sunset Tour

4.9 (111 reviews) Catania, Italy
Duration5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

He lights of sunset on the highest active volcano in Europe, a free tasting of typical products of Etna, ancient craters and lava flows, an itinerary to discover lunar landscapes and lush forests, houses surrounded by lava, volcanic caves, during this spring/summer tour you will be accompained by our Naturalistic guide that will captivate you telling you about the mysterious volcanic phenomena.

What's included

  • Use of helmet, Torches, Head caps
  • Driver/guide
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points in Catania
  • Professional Naturalistic Guide
  • Food and drinks

What to expect

  1. Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna
    1h
    Our Naturalist Guides will accompany you during the tour and will illustrate in a clear and simple way the volcanological phenomena that gave rise to these very particular places.
    You will discover natural scenery of extraordinary beauty, including the lunar landscapes around the Silvestri Craters and the semi-desert area of the volcanic caldera “Valle del Bove” ( Valley of the Ox).
  2. Valle Del Bove
    1h
    During your visit to Etna you will come across a unique view and you can admire the immense expanse of the Valley of the Ox , an ancient volcanic caldera formed 10,000 years ago.
  3. Colata Lavica 1992
    20m
    Along the way you will be able to observe the lava flows dating back to different ages, real evidence of the intense volcanic activity of Etna that has gone through centuries of history such as volcanic bombs, craters and various lateral craters.
    With a walk between craters of old formation and those of more recent formation, you will cross the area affected by the lava flow generated by the 1991/93 eruption and you will reach the Sapienza Refuge at an altitude of 2000 meters.
  4. Oro d'Etna
    30m · Admission ticket included
    The first stop of the Etna tour is scheduled in the municipality of Zafferana Etnea. You will stop at a certified farm and you will be offered a tasting of typical products.
  5. Mount Etna
    30m · Admission ticket included
    The Etna tour continues with the exploration of a spectacular lava cave. The guides will accompany you and you will be provided with the necessary equipment (helmet and torches) to be able to visit the volcanic cave in total safety.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pasticceria Savia
Via Etnea, 300/302/304, Via Umberto I, 2/4/6, 95131 Catania CT

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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