Etna at Sunset Half-Day Tour from Taormina
Highlights
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Begin your tour with a pickup at your accommodation in Taormina or Giardini Naxos. Then, travel out of the city to the historic town of Zafferana Etnea—known for the quality and diversity of its produce. On arrival, visit a local organic farm and sample the honey, olive oil, wine, and other traditional products for which the town is famous. Next, strap on your helmet and explore a lava cave in the Parco dell’Etna with your guide. Along the way, admire ancient rock formations in the molten landscape and gain insight into the Parco dell’Etna’s complex geology. Hike along winding trails through the Parco dell’Etna to the Rifugio Sapienza at 6,200 feet (1,900 meters) above sea level. At the summit, admire sweeping views over the ancient Silvestri craters as the sun sinks on the horizon. When your time at the summit comes to an end, return to your original departure point to conclude your tour.
Summary
Begin your tour with a pickup at your accommodation in Taormina or Giardini Naxos. Then, travel out of the city to the historic town of Zafferana Etnea—known for the quality and diversity of its produce. On arrival, visit a local organic farm and sample the honey, olive oil, wine, and other traditional products for which the town is famous.
Next, strap on your helmet and explore a lava cave in the Parco dell’Etna with your guide. Along the way, admire ancient rock formations in the molten landscape and gain insight into the Parco dell’Etna’s complex geology.
Hike along winding trails through the Parco dell’Etna to the Rifugio Sapienza at 6,200 feet (1,900 meters) above sea level. At the summit, admire sweeping views over the ancient Silvestri craters as the sun sinks on the horizon.
When your time at the summit comes to an end, return to your original departure point to conclude your tour.
Tour info
Duration
6 hours
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Why take this tour?
See a different side of Sicily with this tour of Mt. Etna with departure from Taormina. This is an excursion to old craters and lava flow caves, perfect for the adventurous kind. Enjoy breathtaking views of the volcano at sunset and taste typical local products, all the while on the highest active volcano of Europe.
What’s included?
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Shuttle bus (return) -
Multilingual guide -
Trekking shoes (on request) -
The kit for visiting the Cave -
Sampling -
INFANT price - Baby seat and baby carrier included -
Entry/Admission - Etna Tribe -
Entry/Admission - Oro d'Etna -
Entry/Admission - Sicily -
Entry/Admission - Mount Etna -
Entry/Admission - Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna -
All that is not specified under “the cost includes
Things to know
Before you book
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Duration: 6h
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Mobile tickets accepted
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Instant confirmation
Covid Policy
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Cancellation Policy
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
About operator:
Discover Mount Etna, with its craters, lava flow caves and nature, and Eastern Sicily with Etnatribe. Our tours will allow you to visit not only the highest active volcano in Europe, but also some of the most beautiful places of Eastern Sicily, such as Syracuse and Taormina.
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