Mount Etna Day Trip from Taormina

Hop aboard your coach in central Taormina and travel one hour inland to Mount Etna. Set in the middle of a national park, the notoriously active volcano dominates the surrounding landscape.

Step out at Rifugio Sapienza, the volcano’s base station. Your host will point you in the direction of the impressive Monti Silvestri Craters before you take off exploring the foothills at your own speed. Discover the myriad hiking trails along the way and soak up incredible views from all over the national park. When you’ve worked up an appetite, head to Rifugio Sapienza’s restaurant (own expense), located conveniently nearby.

Alternatively, upgrade your experience with a guided trip to the volcano’s upper crater. Travel up by cable car and then by jeep to the crater zones at roughly 9,800 feet (3,000 meters). Led by licensed guides from the Italian Alpine Club, admire the craters and take in panoramic views.

Your tour will conclude with transportation back to Taormina.

• Round-trip transportation from Taormina to UNESCO-listed Mt. Etna
• Explore the trails and Monti Silvestri Craters in the Etna National Park
• Take in views over the lava fields and surrounding countryside
• Upgrade option including transport to the upper crater and a guided hike

Mt. Etna is Europe’s largest active volcano and one of the most striking sights in Sicily, but the logistics of visiting on your own can be tricky. With this tour, save time with round-trip transportation from Taormina to the Rifugio Sapienza base station and explore the hiking trails independently. Opt to take the cable car and all-terrain vehicle to the peak for a guided hike of the upper crater.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Warm clothes and comfortable shoes are recommended
Please contact the supplier to reconfirm the excursion at least the day before and to get more information about the closest pick-up point
The high-altitude ascents are not indicated for heart passengers, asthmatics and pregnant women.
Please note that for your safety, all excursions to Etna do not reach the edge of the main craters and customers are always kept on a safety zone.
This tour is operated in English, German, Italian. All 3 languages will be spoken during the tour.
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
Infant seats available on request
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 79 travelers