Mount Etna and Taormina Tour from Palermo

4.8
(18 reviews)

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

Multilanguage tour who will take you to Mount Etna up to 1900 meters. Short stop on the way climbing up the Volcano. Continuing our climb we will reach the ski resort Rifugio Sapienza (1900 meters a.s.l.). Here you will have free time to walk on the Silvester Craters, to explore the area and to relax.

Lunch and ascent to the top (over 1900 meters) are not included, to purchase on your own. To ascent to the top (optional) you can buy cable car tickets directly on the spot, weather and volcanic conditions permitting.

After your independent ascent to the top or hiking around Rifugio Sapienza, meet again your Driver and transfer to Taormina, the most glamorous town in Sicily. Here time at leisure to stroll around or visit on your own the Greek Theatre. At the end of the tour get back to Palermo.

Please Note: this is a very long day tour (approx. 11vhours and half) which involves the team to drive for around 3 hours each way.

What's Included

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

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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)

    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
  • All participants who are over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 15 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts (from September 1st, 2021)
  • You are required to bring and wear a mask
Supplied by TOUR OF SICILY - DAY TOURS

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Archaeology Tours
Car Tours
Excellent Quality
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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