Mount Etna and Alcantara Gorges guided tour from Taormina
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Mount Etna and Alcantara Gorges guided tour from Taormina

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Based on 5 reviews
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$117.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Italian
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Explore mammoth Mount Etna
  • Discover the distinctive Alcantara Gorges
  • Enjoy a small-group experience with a certified guide at your disposal
  • Enjoy spectacular views and learn about history and culture while out and about on an adventure
What to expect

Discover two of Sicily's most famous nature destinations by joining this experience of good food, nature, and the exploration of unique landscapes.

Mount Etna and the Alcantara Gorges are waiting for you! Your tour starts in Taormina, from where you´ll head to renowned Mareneve Road, 1500 meters above sea level. Discover the legends of the villages located at the foot of Mount Etna and the volcano itself as you listen to your guide. The first stop will be the famous lateral lava flow that destroyed the ski station at Piano Provenzana and burnt down part of Ragabo Pine Forest in 2002. After winding through pine, birch, and crater forests, you´ll reach the Grotta dei Ladroni. Explore this tunnel carved out of lava and learn about it from your guide. At the end of the excursion, it will be possible to have a lunch (not included) break in a Chalet, at an altitude of 1500m, with a choice of menu and payment to be made on site. Once lunch is over, continue to another splendid natural destination, made up of unique landscapes resembling a canyon: the Alcantara Gorges.

Along the way, you´ll get to visit some ancient Sicilian villages, such as Castiglione di Sicilia, renowned for its wine cultivation and Etna D.O.C.

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What's included
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  • check Use of equipment
  • check Pick-up and drop-off from designated areas
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
Where
Meeting point:
Pick up from accommodation in Taormina is included. Please specify your address on booking and the local tour operator will contact you before the scheduled date to confirm the pickup time and location.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • This tour is not suitable for those with low level of fitness

Know in advance:

  • Trekking/tennis shoes and appropriate clothing for the season are suggested
  • Shoes or sandals are recommended for those who wish to enter the water at the Alcantara Gorges
  • The use of hiking poles, hiking shoes, helmet, and torch for entering the volcanic cave is included
  • Please contact the local tour operator after booking using the contact details provided on your voucher to share your contact telephone number with them
  • This tour runs with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 10 participants. Should the minimum required not be met, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund
  • In case of adverse weather conditions, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund
  • Your guide is bilingual
  • It is recommended to arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes in advance
  • Please provide your accommodation details at checkout and the local tour operator will contact you before the scheduled date to confirm pick-up time and location
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Provider
Empeeria
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

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  • Charlotte

    From United States of America - October 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - August 2025

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Thomas

    From Germany - August 2025

    Solo traveler

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Gut gefallen haben mir die zwei Guides, die waren echt lustig und haben sehr viel Spaß verbreitet und waren auch fachkundig. Vielleicht etwas zu teuer ...

  • Cindy

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Solo traveler

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Bad

    Overall rated

    1/5

    Ik had geboekt omdat mijn excursie was geannuleerd. Ik heb deze daarna geboekt en bij de bevestiging stond dat je geen beginners niveau in de fitness ...

  • Emma

    From United States of America - August 2023

    Traveled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The guide Julia was outstanding. Very knowledgeable and engaged with us all. Very enjoyable trip overall but did not have suitable footwear for pad ...

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