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This tour combines in a single day a guided trekking on Mount Etna up to about 2000 meters above sea level, a visit to a lava cave with helmet and torch provided, and access to the Alcantara Gorges.
During the excursion on Mount Etna you will follow an easy/moderate path of about 3 km between side craters and recent lava flows. The Certified Environmental Guide provides explanations on the volcano's geology, flora and eruptive activity.
At the Alcantara Gorges there is free time to walk inside the basalt canyon and along the river. Entrance ticket included.
The tour is operated in small groups (max 8 people) with transport by air-conditioned minivan and equipment included.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Guests residing in Taormina will be picked up at specific meeting points in the city center. Guests staying in Giardini Naxos, Castelmola and Letojanni will be picked up directly from the property indicated at the time of Reservation.
Itinerary
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1Mount Etna
Guided trek on the north side of Etna through unique volcanic landscapes, including ancient lava flows, side craters and birch woods. The Guide will explain the volcano’s eruptive history, its current activity and the geological features that make it the highest active volcano in Europe. The route is simple and suitable for everyone, with panoramic stops for photographs and naturalistic explanations. from the top of the Sartorius craters the view extends to the Mediterranean sea.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
2
Guided tour of a lava cave formed during an eruption of Etna. Wearing a helmet and flashlight, travelers will enter a volcanic tunnel to discover how lava flows form and how underground cavities are formed. The Guide will illustrate the geological processes that shaped the cave and recount episodes related to the volcano’s historical eruptions, making the experience engaging and safe.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Le Gole dell'Alcantara
Visit to the Alcantara Gorges with access via municipal stairs. Once they reach the riverbank, guests can take off their shoes and enter the canyon to walk among the spectacular basalt walls shaped by water. The Guide will explain the volcanic origin of the gorges and the formation of the characteristic basalt columns, leaving time to explore, take photographs or cool off in the river waters.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Maximum 8 people per van
- We can take care of food intolerances
- A minimum level of moderate fitness is required
- A minimum level of moderate fitness is required
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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