Mount Etna Tour from Palermo (with Taormina option)

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(21 reviews)

11 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 2 more

2 Mount Etna experiences from Palermo (availability depends on the selected date).

Travel across Sicily to discover Mount Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano, with free time at Rifugio Sapienza at approximately 1,800 meters above sea level.

OPTION 1: Etna & Taormina Full-Day Tour
Enjoy about 2.5 hours of free time on Mount Etna with the possibility to purchase the optional ascent to approximately 2,800 meters by cable car and 4x4 vehicle (€85 approx., paid on site). Continue to Taormina for independent sightseeing and free time. No guided visit or entrance tickets included. Total duration: approximately 12 hours.

OPTION 2: Mount Etna Only from Palermo
Spend more time on Mount Etna with approximately 3.5–4 hours of free time at Rifugio Sapienza. Optional ascent available at extra cost. Includes round-trip transportation and tour escort assistance. Total duration: approximately 11 hours.

Please note: this is not a hiking tour and no trekking guide is included.

What's Included

Multilingual tour escort or driver-escort
self guided visit as per itinerary
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pick-up & Drop-off at meeting point in Palermo
Meals and beverages
Gratuities
Etna ascent fees (if you wish to climb above 1900 meters)
Entrance fees

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Piazza Ruggero Settimo, 15

Departure is Fixed at 6:40am from Piazza Ruggero Settimo 15 (between Prada Store and Hotel Politeama) please be ready 10 minutes before. Due to traffic, the pick-up could be arranged with a flexibility of approx 15 minutes.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Mount Etna

    A short stop on the way climbing up the Volcano, then reach Rifugio Sapienza and have free time to explore the area or ascent to the top on your own.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Taormina

    Independent visit of the town. Stroll around, relax or visit the Greek Theatre (admission fees not included). If The stop is included in the option booked

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by TOUR OF SICILY - DAY TOURS

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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