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Etna Volcano Guided Tour – Full-Day Excursion from Catania

Discover Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, on an unforgettable guided day tour. Explore its otherworldly landscapes, hike around ancient craters, venture into a lava cave, and enjoy a taste of local Sicilian flavors near the volcano.

🌋 Tour Highlights:

  • Explore Mount Etna, standing tall at 3,320 meters, on a scenic guided trek.

  • Visit the Monti Rossi area, shaped by the powerful 1669 eruption, and see the lava-carved quarry.

  • Reach the famous Silvestri Craters at 2,000 meters for a moderate-level hike.

  • Stop at the 1992 lava flow site and sample seasonal local products.

  • Visit the charming village of Zafferana Etnea for a lunch break (meal not included).

  • Travel through striking volcanic landscapes, accompanied by a local expert guide sharing the rich history and geology of the area.

Begin your Etna adventure in Catania, and journey through dramatic lava fields formed during the 1991 eruption. This full-day tour blends nature, culture, and local flavors, making it ideal for those looking to experience Sicily’s most iconic natural wonder.

🧭 Tour Details:

  • Duration: 10 hours

  • Distance Covered: 350 km

  • Departure Time: 7:30 AM

  • Departure Point: Pick-up at your accommodation in Catania

  • End Point: Mount Etna

💰 Price: €180 per person (minimum group of 4 people)

Tour Includes:

  • Round-trip transportation by minivan with driver

  • Local guide for the crater hike

  • Highway tolls and parking fees

Not Included:

  • Entry tickets to attractions

  • Cable car/funicular or crater bus service

  • Meals and beverages

  • Optional guided tour inside specific sites (bookable upon request)

Please note: The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances not attributable to Sicily Tour Transfer.

👟 What to Bring:

  • Comfortable hiking shoes

  • Windbreaker or jacket

  • Backpack with water bottle

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