VIP tour of Etna craters wine tasting and lunch in the cellar

5.0
(2 reviews)

5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

Discover Etna through a premium, exclusive, private and customizable experience, designed to combine the scenic power of the highest active volcano in Europe with the excellence of its wine heritage. You will reach an altitude of 2,000 meters to explore the famous Silvestri Craters, among ancient lava flows and extraordinary views that open up to the Ionian Sea. The journey continues in one of the most prestigious wineries in the entire territory, recognized among the top 5 of Etna on over 400 wineries. You will visit a fascinating historic winery and experience a refined tasting of 4 Etna DOC wines, accompanied by artisan cold cuts, selected cheeses, homemade jams, bread, focaccia, breadsticks, local extra virgin olive oil and a pasta or meat first course typical of tradition. An elite experience, authentic and memorable, to create unique memories.

What's Included

Bespoke itinerary: maximum flexibility with the possibility to customize the experience.
Bottled water
Excellent wine experience: exclusive visit to the winery and historic vineyards.
Gourmet Lunch : Tasting menu with 4 DOC wines and selected local specialties.
Private transfer with high-end cars
Chauffeur Concierge: Expert Sicilian driver fluent in English and dedicated to your experience.
tips and bonuses
travel insurance and personal expenses.

Meeting and pickup

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

Your Chauffeur Concierge, fluent in English, will welcome you directly at your hotel, Accommodation or port between Taormina, Catania and Messina. You will travel in modern and comfortable vehicles, equipped with Wi-Fi, to ensure a pleasant and relaxing transfer. From departure to return, every phase of the experience will be managed with care, punctuality and attention to detail, to offer you a fluid, elegant and carefree service.

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Meeting point
Taormina

Via San Domenico, in front of the parking lot

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Taormina

    Tailor-made pick-up and reception: transfer with a private Sicilian chauffeur, fluent in English, is included to ensure you a comfortable, personalized and stress-free start to the experience. The service easily covers Catania, Taormina, Messina and their neighboring areas. Simply indicate your starting point, such as hotel, airport or port, to arrange pick-up in the most practical and comfortable way.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Zafferana Etnea

    In Zafferana Etnea you will make a pleasant stop in a typical local reality, where you will live a sensory experience linked to the authentic flavors of the territory. You will have the opportunity to taste different and valuable varieties of Etna honey, obtained from unique blooms of the volcanic landscape. The experience will be completed by tasting a selection of typical local products, to discover in a genuine way the gastronomic excellence of this extraordinary area.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna

    Enjoy a pleasant climb by car through the spectacular lava landscapes of Mount Etna to Rifugio Sapienza, at an altitude of 2,000 meters. From here you can easily discover the iconic Silvestri Craters and a suggestive lava flow cave, experiencing the charm of the highest active volcano in Europe in a convenient and accessible way. The walking tours are short and optional, designed to adapt to every need and allow you to enjoy the view, the atmosphere and the extraordinary strength of Etna in total relaxation.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Mount Etna

    Sweet break with a refined taste: an exclusive selection of artisan chocolate and fine Sicilian pastries with pistachio and almond, designed to give you a moment of authentic pleasure among the most delicate and representative flavors of the territory.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Benanti Winery

    Discover the historic vineyards through a private tour of the winery, followed by an authentic Sicilian gastronomic journey. The experience includes 4 glasses of Etna DOC in combination with artisan specialties, organic jams and the traditional timbale of Sicilian-style anelletti, for a moment that combines elegance, taste and identity of the territory.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Taormina

    Convenient and punctual return: at the end of the experience, the drop-off service will take you back with comfort and precision to the initial starting point or to an agreed destination in the areas of Catania, Taormina, Messina and surroundings. The return is also designed to offer you a pleasant and carefree journey, with the same attention to quality and comfort reserved for the whole experience.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
  • The experience can be booked with a minimum of 2 participants. It is still possible to participate in smaller numbers, with an additional fee. Book now and treat yourself to an unforgettable Italian experience, a wonderful memory to cherish forever
  • During the activity photos and videos could be taken. If you do not wish to appear, notify us before the start.
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Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Ports of Call Tours
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Shore Excursions
Food & Drink
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Spring Break
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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