Basic Tour of Mount Etna
Sicily, Italyby MrExcursions
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 8 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English, Italian, French, Spanish
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Overview
The half-day Etna volcano tour is a fantastic experience. You will see breathtaking volcanic vistas, including craters from 1865, lava flows that have destroyed entire villages, and unique lava flow caves. The tour also includes a stop for lunch at a lovely chalet, located at 1,500 meters above sea level, surrounded by nature. Participants are part of small groups that allow for an intimate exploration of the island's beauty.
What's included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Walking sticks, helmet and flashlight for the cave.
Itinerary
- 1
Monti Sartorius
2 hours
We will take a walk of about 2 hours, climbing a buttonhole of side craters of the volcano formed in 1865 B.C. by an eruption that lasted months.
- 2
La Grotta dei Ladri
30 min
Equipped with helmets and torches we will enter a lava flow tunnel (more commonly called a lava cave) to explore inside and discover legends and secrets of the thieves' cave among Etna's most famous.
- 3
Piano Provenzana
1 hour
Near Piano Provenzana we will make a stop to admire the 2002 lava flow among the largest ever that destroyed the ski resort.
- 4
Mount Etna
1 hour
A half-day tour to explore the highest active volcano in Europe, where accompanied by an experienced guide you will enjoy the beauty of the volcano.
Meeting and pickup
to be agreed
End point
to be agreed
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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