Mount Etna Half-Day Small Group Tour from Taormina

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Taormina, Italy

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Overview

Get close and personal with Sicily’s most famous volcano on this six-hour, small-group tour. Set off from Taormina — hotel pickups and drop-offs in the vicinity are included upon request — and arrive at Mount Etna, where you’ll spend the day walking through craters, exploring a lava cave, and learning about the volcano’s past eruptions at max. 2000 meters of altitude. Afterwards, you will be provided with a snack, complemented by wine, a little dessert and a sweet wine taste.

What's Included

  • Pickup and drop-off nearby the hotel
  • Helmet and flashlight
  • Free rental of hiking boots and jackets
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
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Meeting and Pickup

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Please provide your accommodation address/hotel in the Taormina - Giardini Naxos area: we will contact you to confirm the pickup outside/nearby the hotel or at a convenient meeting point (for Castelmola, Trappitello and Letojanni we have fixed meeting points).

What To Expect

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Porta Catania di Taormina (pass by)

our starting point (pickups from accommodations or agreed meeting points in Taormina available)
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Monti Sartorius

Here, you will begin the trekking portion of this experience, where you will learn about the volcano's history while exploring craters and lava caves.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • We do not recommend participation for pregnant women after the 4th month.
  • Tours in other languages (French and Spanish) can be arranged upon request, if received with adequate notice.
  • We suggest dressing according to the season (consider that the temperature on Etna is usually lower)
  • Please let us know your shoe sizes if you require hiking boots

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mount Etna Half-Day Small Group Tour from Taormina?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (CEST).This adventure requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Pickup and drop-off nearby the hotel
  • Helmet and flashlight
  • Free rental of hiking boots and jackets
  • Snacks and beverages
  • Expert Naturalistic Guide
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Additional Info

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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • We do not recommend participation for pregnant women after the 4th month.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Vegetarian/vegan/gluten free options are available, please specify any dietary requirements in the booking request
  • Tours in other languages (French and Spanish) can be arranged upon request, if received with adequate notice.
  • We suggest dressing according to the season (consider that the temperature on Etna is usually lower)
  • Please let us know your shoe sizes if you require hiking boots
  • The trip is not recommended for participants suffering form heart diseases or other serious medical conditions
  • Customers will be contacted the day before the tour to confirm the pickup details (hotel if possibile, or in a meeting point nearby).
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (CEST).
  • This adventure requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This adventure requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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