Etna Excursion from Catania

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Highlights

  • Hike through the Vale del Bove, a striking, lesser-known geological area

  • Travel in a smaller vehicle to reach areas of Etna that are inaccessible to larger transport

  • Enjoy personalized attention from your guide on a small-group tour

  • Round-trip transportation from Catania

Summary

Begin with pickup at a central Catania hotel in a 4WD vehicle or minivan and set off for Etna. Arrive at the volcano and drive up to 6,560 feet (2,000 meters) above sea level. Your vehicle takes you to areas inaccessible to large transport. Then, take a moderate hike through the Valle del Bove, a horseshoe-shaped depression more than 3,280 feet (1,000 meters) deep. See the moon-like desert and the surrounding landscapes facing the Ionian Sea. Your guide tells you about the geology of the local area. Afterward, don a helmet and explore a lava tube. Finally, make the journey back to Catania and get dropped off at your original departure point.

Tour info

Duration
6 hours 30 minutes
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Large bus tours usually take visitors to the Etna visitor center and easily accessible craters, but this tour offers a small, personalized exploration of other parts of the mountain. Travel in a 4WD vehicle or minivan to areas inaccessible by larger transport, and visit the Valle del Bove, a canyon-like depression with an interesting landscape, and the Silvestri Craters. The tour also includes exploration of a lava cave.

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What’s included?

  • Local, professional guide

  • Environmental guide hiking certified

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Insurance

  • Use of helmet

  • Equipment if requested at time of booking

  • Food and drinks

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 6h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Etna Guided Tours

About operator:

Etna Guided Tour offers tours to make you feel the unique emotion of walking on the highest volcano in Europe, visit the lava tunnels and enjoy the surrounding fauna and flora. To book a tour or simply ask for information, contact us on Facebook or send us an email.

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