Mount Etna and Taormina from Catania City Centre Full Day Tour

In Catania

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Mount Etna and Taormina from Catania City Centre Full Day Tour
Mt Etna Volcano is one of the world's most active volcanoes and the most active one in Europe. It has been erupting for several million years. Mt Etna is one of the greatest and most beautiful volcano adventure destinations in Sicily. After your Etna visit, take a scenic drive to Taormina. On the way to Taormina, enjoy a stop where you will have the opportunity to taste a selection of authentic Sicilian honeys made in the volcanic area. Taormina is an elegant town, known for its good climate throughout the year, along with the unbelievable views of the sea and mountains.
Free cancellation Private tour Pickup included

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • BOTTLED_WATER
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Driver/guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan

What's not included

  • Food and drinks
  • GRATUITIES
  • Cable car
  • ENTRANCE_FEES

Itinerary

  1. Scenic drive to Etna South, enjoy a beautiful landscape of pine trees and black lava soil. Stop to see the past eruption when lava destroyed local housings. (2h 0min)
  2. Easy walk on Silvestri Craters, are dead nowdays and are very easy to walk in and enjoy the view of the top of the Volcano, the coast and Catania. (30 min)
  3. Possibility of take the cable car + 4x4 vehicles to reach the base of the summit area (1h 0min)
  4. Stop at Oro dell'Etna for a taste of typucal Etna Honey (30 min)
  5. Corso Umberto it is the main street of Taormina pedestrian area, a great place for a pleasant short walk through the medieval town of Taormina or to enjoy shopping in the many shops of the area (2h 0min)
  6. Possibility of visiting the Taormina Greek Theatre (1h 0min)
  7. A picturesque small island near Taormina, known for its lush vegetation and crystal-clear waters. Connected to the mainland by a narrow strip of sand, it's a popular spot for nature lovers and beachgoers. (30 min)

Practical information

Operated by
Going Sicily
Travellers per booking
1–15
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

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

Important notes

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Vehicle with maximum of 8
  • We accept passengers with disabilities, provided they are able to transfer to the vehicle seat independently or with assistance. The vehicle is not equipped to transport wheelchairs on board and does not have a ramp.
  • For a group / shared tour, we require a minimum number of participants, often 3 or more, for the tour to proceed.

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 6 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.