Etna Volcano Private Day Tour
Etna, besides being the highest active volcano in Europe, is a place of great charm that allows you to live exciting and indelible experiences.
You will walk on the old lava flows discovering their secrets and curiosities, but also the devastating effects that it produces in its passage.
You will enjoy breathtaking views and scenery, which only a majestic active volcano like Mount Etna can give you.
Finally you will also discover the good side of the volcano, which thanks to its fertile land gives us precious products with unique characteristics, which you can enjoy and make yours.
All this with the comfort and safety of our vehicles and the precious assistance of our driver guides who will accompany you in this unforgettable experience.
Options
Departure from Messina
Pick up from Messina area: This option includes in the price the pick-up of customers from a hotel or other structure located in the Messina area.
Pickup included
What's included in Etna Volcano Private Day Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Ascending the southern slope of the volcano, we will cross the lava flow of 1983 and 2002 where we will stop to see up close its destructive effects. We will continue up to an altitude of 2.000 meters, where you can easily visit the Silvestri Craters originated from the eruption of 1892. here you will have the opportunity to walk along the edge of the lower crater, or go to the discovery of the breathtaking panorama that can be enjoyed from the top of the highest crater climbing the slope along an easy path. At guests’ discretion, is possible to go to higher altitudes (2.500 mt or 3.000 mt a.s.l.) by cable car (ticket not included in the price).
Trekking through a natural path that leads to a viewpoint where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of “Valle del Bove”. The next stop will be Monte Pomiciaro at an altitude of 1463 meters above sea level, the starting point of the trekking through a nature trail that will lead us to the top of Monte Zoccolaro, at an altitude of 1737 meters. Here, from a natural balcony that will give you a breathtaking emotion, you will enjoy the magnificent view of the Valle del Bove and the summit craters.
On our way back, we will pass by Zafferana Etnea, where we stop at a Honey Farm to witness the organic honey production process and taste the varieties of organic honey and many other products like Extra Vergin Olive Oil, Wine, liquors, Olives, dry tomatoes and much more.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Tasting at Honey farm
- Lunch
- Cable car ticket
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Additional Information
We Will Pick You Up From Any Place! Note: the price refers to the departure with pick up from the Catania area. For pick up in the Taormina area or Siracusa area add the option "Departure from Taormina". For pick up in Messina area add the option "Departure from Messina ".
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Ticket Redemption
Please wear (or bring with you) comfortable closed shoes, and suitable clothes for any low temperatures or sudden rains due to the variability of the weather. Be Aware: Choosing Etna Tour + optional location it excludes trekking on mount Zoccolaro.
