Etna Sunset Tour (starting from Catania)

4.9
(292 reviews)

5 to 6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 3 more

An afternoon spent ascending the volcano, visiting unique sites, and tasting local specialties while exploring places of natural beauty. From a height of 2,000 meters (6,561 feet) you can admire the last lights of the day and the unique colors of these sights.
winter departure time h: 12:00 (from November to April)

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
departure in winter h 12:00 (from November to April)
Vehicle transfers with air conditioning and driver Guide's language available in ENG - FRA - ITA-SPA
Vehicle transfers with air conditioning and driver Helmets and torches for exploring the lava cave
Snacks and Drinks

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

pickups from Taormina are only available for groups of at least 4 people, however, the service has an extra charge.

OR
Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 to 6 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    we shall pick you up (in our own vehicles) at your lodgings, or at a meeting point previously agreed upon in Catania

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    the tour begins passing through the seafront of Catania, from where you can see the stacks of Acitrezza (pillows of Lava)

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    visit to the most extreme front of the 1991-1993 lava flow which reached the town of Zafferance Etnea

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Oro d'Etna

    visit to a local farm for a taste of the typical products of the area (honey, olive oils, pesto, wines & liqueurs)

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    break at one of the most breathtaking points overlooking the volcanic boiler, “Valle del Bove”

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Mount Etna

    exploration of a spectacular lava cave, which took shape during old eruptions (we shall provide helmets and flash lights)

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna

    trekking (of an easy level, suitable for anyone) at sunset around one of the old, extinguished craters, which formed during the 1892 eruption at a height of 2,000 m (6,563 ft)

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • Catania (Pass by)

    Return to the starting point.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Etnavic

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Cancellation Policy

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

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