Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania
Overview
Discover two of Eastern Sicily’s most iconic destinations on a full-day Etna & Taormina tour designed for the whole family.
Travel from the dramatic volcanic landscapes of Mount Etna to the timeless beauty of Taormina, combining nature, culture and breathtaking views in one unforgettable experience.
Accompanied by expert guides, you will explore the Etna Park, admire surreal lava fields and extinct craters, and learn about the powerful forces that shaped this unique land.
From Rifugio Sapienza, choose between a walk with a local passionate guide or the high-altitude option with cable car and 4x4 bus.
Visit a lava cave and enjoy a tasting of local honey, olive oil and traditional products.
The journey continues to Taormina, with stunning views of Isola Bella aboard our van, before enjoying free time to explore its charming streets, historic monuments, and elegant shops at your own pace.
What's Included
- INFANT price - Baby seat and baby carrier included
- The kit for visiting the Cave
- Tasting (oil, honey)
- Trekking shoes (on request)
- Shuttle bus (return) - from Catania downtown
- Multilingual guide
- All that is not specified under “the cost includes"
- OPTIONAL - Extra activities available on Etna, as Cablecar, quad and bike as an alternative to trek
- Optional extras are managed by third parties. Availability/service are outside our direct control
- Authorized tourist guide in Taormina (on request)
Meeting and Pickup
Pick-up is available from accommodations with van access or within a short walking distance of a suitable meeting point, as well as from the port and train stations in Catania city.
What To Expect
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Parco dell'Etna
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Grotta dei Tre Livelli
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Corso Umberto
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Piazza IX Aprile (pass by)
Villa Comunale di Taormina (pass by)
Ancient Theatre of Taormina (pass by)
Torre dell'Orologio (pass by)
Palazzo Duchi di Santo Stefano (pass by)
Palazzo Corvaja (pass by)
Piazza Duomo (pass by)
Chiesa Madonna della Rocca (pass by)
Naumachia - Antico Gymnasium romano (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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).
- INFANT price - Baby seat and baby carrier included.
- The kit for visiting the Cave.
- Tasting (oil, honey).
- Trekking shoes (on request).
- Shuttle bus (return) - from Catania downtown.
- Multilingual guide.
- All that is not specified under “the cost includes".
- OPTIONAL - Extra activities available on Etna, as Cablecar, quad and bike as an alternative to trek.
- Optional extras are managed by third parties. Availability/service are outside our direct control.
- Authorized tourist guide in Taormina (on request).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- INFANT price - Baby seat and baby carrier included
- The kit for visiting the Cave
- Tasting (oil, honey)
- Trekking shoes (on request)
- Shuttle bus (return) - from Catania downtown
- Multilingual guide
- All that is not specified under “the cost includes"
- OPTIONAL - Extra activities available on Etna, as Cablecar, quad and bike as an alternative to trek
- Optional extras are managed by third parties. Availability/service are outside our direct control
- Authorized tourist guide in Taormina (on request)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
