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Private Tour Mt. Etna from Taormina

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Sicily, Italy
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6 to 7 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
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Italian

Overview

Scenic driving from the beach level up to the extinct craters at 2000 meters, with our expert guide to discover the unique nature and the geology of Mt. Etna Volcano,

out of the usual bus mass trip, with the visit of the most important point of interest, such as below reported,

- Great lava casting, the most interesting activity of the twentieth century
- The Etna's forest with a surprising luxuriant volcanic vegetation
- The “Valley of Bove”, the ancient caldera filled by recent and old lava flow
- A lava tube (cave), a long natural underground tunnel formed by the lava flow
- Extinct Craters at 2000/2200 meters, at your pleasure followed by the guide, enjoy your light tekking around the craters

OPTIONAL: Ascent to visit the summit area up to 3000 meters, only available with the departure in the morning. Ticket for cable car and vehicle 4x4 NOT INCLUDED, payable on the spot.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Pick-up & drop-off from your Hotel or meeting point in Taormina and surrounding area
  • Parking Fees
  • Lunch
  • Carbonated beverages Soda/Pop
  • Ticket to visit the summit area at 3000 meters, ascent by cabe car and vehicles 4x4 (upon request, not necessary for the visit of the Mt. Etna)
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pick-up and drop-off directly to your Hotel/BB in Taormina, Giardini Naxos e Letojanni. Don't hesitate to contact us to arrange the departure from a different meeting point.

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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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Mount Etna

Discovery the Mount Etna Volcano, from the beach level up to the extinct craters at 2000 meters, foloowed by our guide to visit the most important point of interest, plenty of stops to unerstand this Siclian volcano. Learn more from the guide about the nature, the geology of the Mt. Etna and the local life style. Visit a lava tube, take a walk around the extinct craters and enjoy an almost lunar landscape.
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5 hours Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour Mt. Etna from Taormina?

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). 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-158821P1

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Private transportation
  • Pick-up & drop-off from your Hotel or meeting point in Taormina and surrounding area
  • Parking Fees
  • Certified Guide service
  • Lunch
  • Carbonated beveragesSoda/Pop
  • Ticket to visit the summit area at 3000 meters, ascent by cabe car and vehicles 4x4 (upon request, not necessary for the visit of the Mt. Etna)

Additional Info

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  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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