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Etna and Taormina tour

11 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 11 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Sicily, Italy
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On average, this is booked 19 (0) days in advance.

7 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
and 3 more
French, Italian, Spanish

Overview

A whole day to discover places and culture among the splendid and suggestive natural glimpses of the highest active volcano in Europe and the uniqueness of the magnificent town of Taormina, defined and known as the "pearl of the Mediterranean".

What's Included

  • Helmets and torches for visiting the cave
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Waterproof jackets on request
  • Lunch Lunch, snacks or water are not included, which we recommend to bring with you
  • Entrance to the Ancient Theater of Taormina
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

In the morning, time and place to be agreed upon, depending on the needs of the traveler

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

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Piazza Stesicoro (pass by)

Pick up at the Info Point, from your hotel in Catania or from a meeting point to be agreed
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Lungomare di Ognina (pass by)

We start by passing the Catania waterfront, from where we can see the stacks of Acitrezza
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Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna

Trekking on one of the ancient craters
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Mount Etna

Panoramic roads, ancient and recent lava flows, visit to a lava flow cave (helmets and torches provided by us) and breathtaking views, will characterize this part of the tour
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Valle Del Bove

Breathtaking panoramic view of this ancient and incredible valley
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Colata Lavica 1992

Visit to the lava front of the 1991-1993 lava flow, which reached the village of Zafferana Etnea
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Oro d'Etna

Stop for a free tasting of typical Etna products
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Porta Catania di Taormina

Free visit of Taormina (entrance to the Greco-Roman Theater NOT included)
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Duomo di Taormina

We recommend a visit to the Cathedral of medieval origin near Porta Catania
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza IX Aprile

During the free visit to the city, we recommend a stop in the main square with a breathtaking view of Mount Etna and the coast
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ancient Theatre of Taormina

We recommend a visit to the Ancient Greek-Roman Theater of Taormina (€ 10 ticket not included), beautifully preserved and placed in a panoramic position without equal
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Catania (pass by)

Return to the starting point in Catania, passing through the city
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Etna and Taormina tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-146689P8

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Helmets and torches for visiting the cave
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Waterproof jackets on request
  • LunchLunch, snacks or water are not included, which we recommend to bring with you
  • Entrance to the Ancient Theater of Taormina

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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