Etna Morning Tour: Explore Ancient Lava Flows and Enchanting Lunar Landscapes
4.8
50 Ratings
Catania
Embark on an Etna Morning Tour and explore ancient lava flows and enchanting lunar landscapes. Discover the secrets of Europe's highest volcano with a knowledgeable guide.
Duration: 4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Mount Etna - Half day excursion in the morning, where you can admire the salient features of the volcano.
    Easy level suitable for everyone.

  • Pick up at the structure or meeting point.

  • Visit of the Silvestri craters at an altitude of 2000 meters.

  • Visit of a lava flow cave (helmets and torches provided).

  • Visit of the “Valle del Bove”.

  • Visit of the lava flow of 1991/93.

  • Tasting of typical products in a local company at Zafferana Etnea.

  • Drop off at the accommodation or meeting point.

What's Included
  • Bottled water provided
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Helmets and torches included
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

This tour is designed for a broad range of clientele, from the most casual to the most committed, given its easy level of difficulty. Marvel at the bewitching lunar-like landscapes highlighted by ancient lava trails, and diverse flora and fauna. All these experiences are enriched with the guidance of a tour companion who will reveal all the intricate details and knowledge related to the tallest volcano in Europe.

  • Collection from a lodging or predetermined meeting point.
  • Exploration of the Silvestri Craters at an elevation of 2000 meters.
  • Guided tour of a lava trail cave (helmets and flashlights included).
  • Visit to the ‘Valle del Bove’.
  • Overview of the infamous 1991/93 lava trail that came close to the village of Zafferana Etnea.
  • Sampling of local products at a regional establishment in Zafferana.
  • Return to the accommodation or agreed drop-off point.
Location
Piazza Stesicoro
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Companion43021179274
May 16, 2024
Show! - The guide was punctual, gave us a lot of interesting information, demonstrating remarkable competence. The excursion is also safe for children, who must walk on a not difficult route. Spectacular places. We were very satisfied and recommend the experience.
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639katka_
Nov 4, 2023
Perfect trip :) - Thanks for perfect trip! We booked only day before and was very lucky, cause Salvo had two places for us.:) Our trip was interesting and Salvos english was great.
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38damirs
Oct 25, 2023
Get a feeling and understanding of Etna - The tour was great! Excellent guide, convenient car, smart choices of attractiosn to be visited, optimal tour duration.
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C7387wymanonv
Oct 18, 2023
Nice guide, good tour! - We had a great tour! This tour is ideal if you want to see a lot in a relatively short time. It is also really suitable for all travelers. There were only two of us, which had the advantage that we had the feeling of a private excursion. Salvo had a lot of knowledge and was able to answer all our questions. He took plenty of time to explain and take photos. We found the visit to the craters and foothills of Etna, the lava cave and the tasting to be a fun and beautiful experience.
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Ross_m
Aug 21, 2023
Wonderful experience - A wonderful, insightful tour. Worth it just alone for the smooth and quick ride up the mountain. Great explanations of the history of Etna and some fantastic stops at some local food suppliers.
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Andreaml6054eh
Aug 14, 2023
Etna excursion - Nice experience, easy excursion suitable for everyone. The boy who guided us was very good and you can see that he is passionate about what he does
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L32kngp
Aug 2, 2023
Super recommended - Truly a beautiful experience, highly recommended to do with friends or family, very knowledgeable and friendly guide, and the honey tasting very good, I was surprised by the honey with berries
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Reneerana
Jul 21, 2023
Great service!!!! - Salvo is TOP NOTCH customer service. Not only did he secure and lead a great tour for our family but he also helped rescue our trip assisting with new accommodations. This tour is a great way to spend some time on the mountain but also not overheat in summer. You’re in good hands with Exclusive Etna Excursions.
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S5014qusandraf
Jul 12, 2023
Etna morning your - We have gone for Etna morning tour. It’s great for few hours trip, the hike is easy for anyone. Salvo took us to few locations and views are incredible! Grazie mille!
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Klandrea
Oct 7, 2023
Morning on Etna - Let's start by saying that Salvo is polite and very helpful; the tour absolutely did not meet our expectations. We didn't understand if these were excessive but the proposal was really poor compared to the participation fee and what was advertised. Meeting point in Zafferana, which we reached independently, and then continued in the organization's van to the public car park in front of the bar at Crateri Silvestri. Walk and generic explanation on history and volcanic phenomena, about half an hour, we haven't even reached the square of the Sapienza Refuge... Second stop, visit to the cave: more time to put on helmets, lamps and various equipment than to visit the cave, dug out by the lava several meters below the road, 10 minutes and off you go. The next two stages, always reached by van; a terrace in the greenery overlooking the Valle del Bove (km away..) where we found some nice street vendors; then visit to a local food and wine company, return to the car park in Zafferana around 1pm and the end. We imagined doing at least part of the trekking routes around the volcano or covering more characteristic areas of the area on foot, to discover and appreciate the wonders of Etna, as advertised. It is a very basic tour that could even be done without a guide. Disappointed! Sin!
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