Etna Morning Tour: Visit Lateral Craters and Stunning Landscapes at 2000 meters
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11 Ratings
Catania
Embark on an Etna Morning Tour and explore the stunning landscapes and lateral craters at 2000 meters above sea level. Discover the beauty of volcanic ash, lava flows, and native plants while ensuring your safety with our certified guides and drivers.
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Nicolosi - on the way you will see the village of Nicolosi which is situated at the feet of the Volcano Etna. It’s from here that in 1669 started a huge eruption which destroyed villages and in part the city of Catania. From Nicolosi to Rifugio Sapienza (1900m a.s.l.) you will see an amazing lunar landscape surrounded by lateral craters, lava flows and a huge basalt mine, everything mixed with a native vegetation
  • Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna - Crateri Silvestri are the most popular lateral craters we have around Mt. Etna. This eruption started in 1892
What's Included
  • Pickup and transfer service from Catania
  • All inclusive fees and taxes
  • Expert nature guide included
What's Not Included
  • Food and Drink
Additional Information

On this journey, you’ll explore the side craters that are no longer active, strolling up to a height of 2000 meters above sea level. The scenery is breathtaking, enveloped by craters, lava trails, volcanic ash, and a variety of plants, the majority of which are indigenous. All our guides and drivers are certified in accordance with Italian regulations.

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, we adhere to all instructions from the World Health Organization and the Italian Government to ensure your safety.

• Transportation and pickup service, leaving from Catania at 8:30
• Tour led by a guide from 1900m to 2000m above sea level
• Anticipated return time in Catania around 13:30

Location
Via Vittorio Emanuele II, 104
Via Vittorio Emanuele II
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Antoniomi2526ei
Apr 29, 2024
Definitely a positive experience - Unforgettable, spectacular view, trained and friendly guide, excursion to be recommended. Certainly helped by the good weather
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Q2388kymelanies
Apr 12, 2024
Mount Etna - morning tour - watching it making RINGS - This was one of the best experiences of my life: The morning tour to mount Etna. We started spot on time - very pleasant for a German tourist - and were driven safely up the mountain, by our super driver/guide, Costanza. On the way she told us a lot about the geological, historical and volcanological (?) background of the area and about Mt Etna. Costanza was easy-going, fun to be with, knowledgable and able to make everyone feel welcome. Several tour options were on offer - visiting the summit, go for a walk, etc. When we reached 2000m she recommended going up to 2950m, with the cable car, due to the great weather/sight. She stayed with us at all times making sure we didn't get lost. On that day Mount Etna made astonishing, beautiful rings and Costanza called out to us, on the bus, to come outside, to have a look. It was a super great day - ending with a wine-tasting at an organic vinyard (DO IT - if you can!!!), and a safe, amiable drive home. I highly recommend this trip: great value and wonderful experience. I travelled alone, aged 52, single, but I would love to return with my 12-year-old son :)
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464k_ving
Sep 22, 2023
Smooth and dynamic ride - I highly recommend this tour Very dynamic between the crater tour, the exploration of a cellar and the tasting at the end The explanations are very interesting
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569chiarah
Aug 7, 2023
Nice Tour with Information about the vulcano - Nice Tour to see the vulcano and get to know a lot about his emergence. Janet is very friendly, has an answer to every question about the vulcano and its a lot of fun with her! We absolutely would recommend this Tour:)
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864agathea
Aug 7, 2023
Amazing experience! - I had an amazing time with Janet walking around the Etna and learning more about its history. The communication prior to the trip was very efficient and the pick-up was easy to organise. During the trip Janet provided a lot of information but about Etna, volcanoes in general and the geology around Sicily. This was an amazing experience as Janet brought a lot of energy and good mood with her music and kind words. I highly recommend this tour!
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Climber63782668374
Aug 3, 2023
Entertaining trip to Etna - Janet was our guide for the day. As a geologist, her passion about Volcanic mountains and especially Mt.Etna( which she calls her home) was very evident. She made the trip very interesting with facts and also Italian songs. I would recommend this trip to others who are visiting Etna for easy, fun experience.
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Nurcan
May 17, 2023
The best guided tour to Etna - I booked this guided tour to Etna on arrival. From the pick-up to the return everything went smooth. Our guide Janet was very knowledgeable both about the volcano and the story of Etna area. Loved her enthusiasm and fun way of communicating. The best guide ever. Highly recommend this tour with Janet.
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K5053dxjoeb
Sep 11, 2021
Awesome and informative Mt Etna tour. - Our driver and tour guide, Teresa Valvo, was excellent. She shows a passion for her job, is good humored and gives full explanations of what you are seeing. She is very knowledgeable and I highly recommend her. We had a morning tour of Mt Etna. We had such a great experience that we extended our time to see Alcantara Gorge! Thank you Teresa ☺️
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Elmomarcus
Aug 6, 2021
Great tour with personal explanation - We did the Etna tour with Teresa. With her background in geology and nature studies she provided a lot of value background. She worked hard to make sure we had a good time yet had the flexibility to adjust to our preferences.
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Auryna
Feb 4, 2024
How hot on Etna! - Pleasant and fascinating visit (with summer temperature). The guide Janet is prepared, friendly and with true love for the mountains and nature.
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