Full Day Tour Of Etna And Alcantara

Amazing excursion giving you the chance to discover different aspects of the highest volcano in Europe. Live your dream with trekking, lava flow cave exploration and breathtaking landscapes.

This full-day tour goes from Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, to the beautiful and characteristic town of Taormina in the afternoon. In the first part of the excursion, submerge in nature and visit old craters and lava flow caves, enjoy breathtaking views, and taste the typical local products. In the afternoon, before visiting Taormina, you will stop and see the beautiful "Isola Bella" from above.

Trekking on one of the slopes of Mount Etna, among ancient flows, lunar landscapes and lush woods, houses surrounded by lava, breathtaking views, lava caves to be explored in total safety and tasting of typical local products. Lunch at a mountain hut to follow visit to the beautiful Alcantara Gorges, formed thousands of years ago thanks to a lava flow that invaded the bed of the Alcantara river.

This full-day tour allows you to go from a morning visit to Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, to the beautiful and surprising valley of Alcantara river in the afternoon. In the first part of the excursion, you will submerge in nature and visit old craters and lava flow caves, enjoy breathtaking views, and taste typical local products. In the afternoon, before seeing the famous basaltic canyon named Gorges, you will walk next the river Alcantara through a lush vegetation until to visit the Gurne, little lakes created by the same river.

This full-day tour allows you to go from a morning visit to Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, to the beautiful and surprising valley of Alcantara river in the afternoon. In the first part of the excursion, you will submerge in nature and visit old craters and lava flow caves, enjoy breathtaking views, and taste typical local products. In the afternoon, before seeing the famous basaltic canyon named Gorges, you will walk next the river Alcantara through a lush vegetation until to visit the Gurne, little lakes created by the same river.

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. Taormina is an elegant town, known for its good climate throughout the year, along with the unbelievable views of the sea and mountains.

During the friendly and engaging full day excursions on Mount Etna you will be led to the discovery of all colours and fascinating histories of our volcano. Hike on the Etna, see a lava cave, enjoy a typical Sicilian lunch and wine tasting and visit the beautiful Alcantara Gorges from a panoramic point of view.

Etna Alcantara tour is the experience to discover two totally different types of lava landscapes. The first part of the day will take you to the northern side of Mt. Etna at 6500 ft above sea level. Here you will learn about the stages that led to the origin of Mt. Etna and the different types of volcanic activities all hiking up to the edge of some of the extinct craters formed by ancient eruptions. In the second part of the Etna Alcantara tour, you will visit the Alcantara Valley where the Alcantara River has shaped the famous basaltic lava canyon formed by prehistoric lava flows of Mount Etna. Here you will spend some times by the River, having the possibility to go in the cold water, admiring outstanding geological formations. Don't forget to bring with you: sunscreen, hat, hiking shoes. Water shoes, swimsuits and towels will be useful if you plan to go in the water (in the summertime).

The tour will start picking you up from the dock or other places you arrive. We get the highway to Mont Etna first,Taormina after and Naxos +Castelmola at the end. Castelmola is a small and enchanting village just above Taormina, with an amazing landscape and a great view of Mount Etna (3.330 mt. – 11.000 ft. – the highest volcano in Europe), and wonderful landscape of Giardini-Naxos bay. We spend here few time to visit the places, then we drive 5 min down to Taormina, the ancient greek colony, with its amazing pedestrian path (the ancient roman “valeria” road), the greek theatre, the monuments, the shops, the famous restaurants and pubs and more else. You spend in Taormina 1 or 2 hours, as you like, then we drive back to Messina (or Catania) for a quick city tour. Then we will drive you to the dock or others places you prefer, in time for departure.

Our tour gives opportunity to vist Mount Etna up to the base camp and than with off-road vehicoles up to 2750m above sea level. Soft Trekking with alpin guide. You can also visit Alcantara Gorges, lava canyon with freezing water.

Embark on an unforgettable journey to explore Mount Etna and the Alcantara Gorges in just one day. Start with a convenient pickup at our meeting point and head to Etna, where you'll delve into the wonders of this iconic volcano. Discover a fascinating lava cave, walk along ancient craters with stunning panoramic views, and visit the site of the impressive 2002 eruption. Take a well-deserved break for lunch—bring your own picnic or grab a snack at one of the local cafés. Then, continue to the picturesque Alcantara Valley, only 45 minutes away. Immerse yourself in its unique geology and rich history before enjoying an hour of free time to explore the gorges. Access them via stairs or opt for the elevator for an easier descent. This day promises a perfect mix of adventure, breathtaking landscapes, and the raw beauty of Sicily’s natural treasures.

The tour will take you to discover the most significant and suggestive places of our volcano, retracing its geological history in a landscape, cultural and enogastronomic key

Departing from Catania, experience a day tour that takes you from the natural wonders of Etna to the historic attractions of Taormina, with tastings of local products and a visit to Isola Bella. Full day tour of Etna and Taormina from Catania Venture out to explore a natural volcanic cave Visit to the historical monuments of the mountain landscape of Taormina

Our main office is in Randazzo, but for an additional fee we can arrange delivery/drop off at your location. We can arrange special transfers to a beautiful place outside Randazzo, where you can ride in wonderful scenery. Discover the beautiful trails of Etna, admire the 5 lakes on Nebrodi and the beautiful Alcantara Valley. We use a variety of high-end e-BIKES between hardtail and Full suspension! -A helmet and briefing is provided at the start -Choice of pick up times to fit your itinerary -Self-guided tour allows you to explore at your own pace

Explore the fiery heart of Europe with a unique adventure to Mount Etna, the continent's highest active volcano! Our tour will take you through breathtaking landscapes, where you can capture unforgettable images of the legendary house buried by lava and admire the wild natural craters, a protected area of rare beauty in Italy. We will walk along the paths that offer spectacular views of the coast of Catania, and then reach the mysterious "three-level cave", where you can take photos that tell the story of this magical place. A sensorial experience awaits you with the free tasting of local honey, wine and oil, authentic flavors of Sicily. We will leave the charm of the volcano to head towards Taormina, which hosts the prestigious Greek Theatre, the beating heart of the renowned Taormina Film Fest. Book this tour to live an experience that combines nature, history, culture and the pleasures of the palate in a single unforgettable day.

During the private tour by comfortable air-conditioned car, you will visit Etna – the highest active volcano in Europe. This tour is private – only for your party, nobody else to ensure the highest standards for our clients. Your friendly private guide will tell you history of volcano creation, about eruptions, culture, myths, and folklore of "Mamma Etna" and Sicily itself. Driving by private car through authentic mountain villages, you will reach “Rifugio Sapienza” at 2000mt. Here you can visit famous Silvestri Craters, admire unforgettable panoramas, visit shops with souvenirs of lava, refresh yourself at some restaurant or bar. Optional ascent with cable car and jeep with the authorized Alpine Guide to 3000mt. Then you will visit one of the best Etna wineries and have lunch of fresh local food with fine red and white Sicilian wines. We recommend wearing comfortable closed-toe shoes and bringing extra layers, such as something warm and a windbreaker.

In this tour you will enjoy the Etna territory at 360 degrees. Visiting the highest active volcano in Europe and tasting the products grown on this fertile volcanic area. The Etna Excursion and Lunch Tasting in Etna DOC Vinery, is perfect if you start from Hotels or Ports of  Catania, Taormina or Giardini Naxos and sourrounding villages. This is a tour for adults, without difficulty and very satisfying. During the trip there will be the opportunity to taste the products of Etna territory in a famous Vineyard.

Transfers made only via minibuses, max 19 people, one guide every single minibus Deep learning of the rocks and the soil, as well as the flora and fauna on the volcano, during the journey Stunning view of the sunset from the very top of Etna Typical dinner (drinks included) to finish off the experience

Welcome to “The Essentials” tour. This full day tour will give you the chance to visit one of the most important and beautiful cities of Sicily, commonly known as the pearl of the Ionian Sea, Taormina. You will also get the chance to set foot on the base of one of the most important and active volcanoes in Europe, the “Etna”. Join us in the perfect summary of Sicily. In Top Private Tours we want you to have an amazing experience, that is why our tours can be customised to you liking! Hope to see you soon!

Availability for every day, all year round from Catania with free transfers from your accommodation. Guided tour of 8 hours which tells the biology, geology and volcanology of the Etna Volcano. You will have the opportunity to walk in paths surrounded by nature, away from tourist areas and on several dormant craters. The fauna and flora of Etna will be your traveling companions in the story of a unique territory in terms of endemicity. Explore a beautiful lava flow cave with helmets and torches. A fantastic tasting of wines, liqueurs, honey and much more will make you discover the flavors of the Volcano. With Etna behind us , we will go in the beautiful " Alcantara Gorges " canyons of lava among the most popular in the world , with its basalt walls as high as 50 meters , cross the river and enter the wonderful Alcantara natural setting of the Botanic Park and Geological Alcantara . After visiting the nature reserve head back to the hotel.