Mt. Etna and Taormina Village Full Day Tour: From Active Volcano to Picturesque Town
4.8
827 Ratings
Catania
Embark on a full-day tour from Mt. Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, to the charming town of Taormina. Explore volcanic landscapes, savor local delicacies, and soak in stunning views of 'Isola Bella'.
Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Etna Tribe - excursion made by etna tribe
What's Included
  • Visit Cave includes kit
  • Guided tour with multilingual guide
  • Trekking shoes available on request
  • Round-trip shuttle bus service
  • Infant amenities: baby seat and carrier
  • Local product sampling included
What's Not Included
  • cableway + 4x4 bus + alpinist guide to the maximum permitted altitudes (to pay on the spot) optional
  • Authorized tourist guide in Taormina (on request)
  • All that is not specified under “the cost includes”
  • Extra activities available on Etna, as quad and bike, alternative to trekking.
Additional Information

Experience a day-long journey starting from Etna, Europe’s tallest active volcano, to the charming town of Taormina in the later part of the day. The initial half of the trip immerses you in the splendor of nature as you explore ancient craters and caverns carved by past lava flows, delight in the panoramic vistas, and relish the traditional local food. Before embarking on a trip to Taormina in the afternoon, pause to admire the ‘Isola Bella’ from an elevated viewpoint.

  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Location
Etna Tribe
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Barbara_m
Apr 21, 2024
Perfect day at Mt. Etna and Taormina - Really lucky with clear day at the summit and fresh snow. We were a diverse group of 6, one had mobility issues so it worked well to have two guides so we could split up. Our guides ere very knowledgeable, friendly, endlessly patient and flexible. One of the roads going to the lava caves was blocked by snow so Diara went off to a different cave site. She was very cognizant of our well being dealing with the altitude or steps, etc. The wine, oil tasting was fun, be sure to order an appetizer. Taormina is a gem but crowded on the Main Street.
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Samantha_d
Apr 21, 2024
Loved climbing Mt. Etna - Claudio was an excellent tour guide! We enjoyed this tour very much, and learned a lot about how Mt. Etna shaped the geography and history of Sicily. Claudio expertly navigated us around the volcano which afforded really amazing views of Sicily. Taormina was mostly a tourist trap, but we paid the extra cost to enter the amphitheater and it was worth it. As we only had about two hours in Taormina, we had to pick sightseeing or eating, not both. If you really want to explore Taormina, this probably isn’t the tour for you. We found the town was mostly just high end shopping, so two hours was enough for us.
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574suer
Apr 20, 2024
Fun packed day - Had a fantastic family day out on this tour. Guide was fun and informative. Weather was unexpectedly cold but he adjusted the plans and we had a great time. Would recommend this tour.
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Claire_g
Apr 19, 2024
Mount Etna, Taormina tour. - The excursion to Mount Etna from Catania was well worth it. Our tour guide, a Sicilian, was very knowledgeable of this area of Sicily and I would say was an expert on the different aspects and types of volcanoes. It was an educational trip for me as well as an amazing adventure. The stop in Taormina was also very interesting, Taormina is a very beautiful and quaint small city. The food and wine experience, from a local Enoteca, was also highly appreciated. I recommend this Viator to anyone!
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Giowilde
Apr 19, 2024
Great tour - A really great tour that was carried out exactly as described. Everything went really well and our guide Enzo told us a lot of interesting things. Thank you for the lovely day.
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Robin
Apr 18, 2024
12 hour tour - Picked up close to 9:00am at the corner by our Airbnb. Giuseppe was informative and caring. We went up Etna and he hiked with us. It was an adventure because of the very strong winds! Then off to a winery which was lovely. Then to Taormina. We had 2 hours to do whatever. We met up at 7:00pm to head back. His driving was perfecto and we were all worn out from exploring and seeing the towns/villages on the drive.
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Hal_b
Apr 18, 2024
Full day itinerary even without summitting. - Excellent full day with an excellent guide. We did not understand that this tour does NOT included a hike to the summit- the only way to get there is to pay extra for the bus/chairlift which most of our group did...., but even without it our guide took us to climb/visit some dormant craters and even a quiet area where the fauna is re-growing from a past eruption.
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Jonkarl_j
Apr 18, 2024
Lovely tour and lovely guide - Our guide Lorenzo was super, drove us well and told us detailed stories and lore. Etna and Taormina were very impressive and wonderful. Booking was simple and efficient. Would recommend to everyone.
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Marek_p
Apr 13, 2024
Excellent Trip - Both Etna and Taormina were wonderful experiences. The guide was fantastic. A must to do if you are spending a few days in Catania.
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Clorinda_l
Apr 16, 2024
Great guide - really... - Great guide - really personable - brought Sicily to life. Great tailoring of the trip to needs of clients
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