Mount Etna Tours
Experience the thrill of Mount Etna with a variety of tour options, including guided treks, jeep tours, and quad biking. Explore the summit, craters, and snow caves, while enjoying wine tasting and the breathtaking landscapes of Europe's highest volcano. Choose from half-day to full-day tours, with prices starting at just €35.
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Embark on a guided jeep tour around Mount Etna and its evocative national park, with options to start your journey from Catania or Taormina.
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Explore the mysterious depths of a lava flow cave with torches and helmets. Choose to hike 3km up to the cave.
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Indulge in a delightful tasting of honey, wines, and other typical Sicilian products.
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Set your sights upon the characteristic Valle del Bove, the eastern flank of Etna volcano and arn all about Etna’s origins, history, and recorded eruptions from a multilingual guide.
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If you opt for the morning tour, you’ll see Hornitos, an area of ancient explosive activity.
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Embark on a guided jeep tour around Mount Etna and its evocative national park, with options to start your journey from Catania or Taormina.
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Explore the mysterious depths of a lava flow cave with torches and helmets. Choose to hike 3km up to the cave.
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Indulge in a delightful tasting of honey, wines, and other typical Sicilian products.
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Set your sights upon the characteristic Valle del Bove, the eastern flank of Etna volcano and arn all about Etna’s origins, history, and recorded eruptions from a multilingual guide.
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If you opt for the morning tour, you’ll see Hornitos, an area of ancient explosive activity.
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Explore the outcome of the most powerful eruption in recent years on this Mount Etna summit-guided trek.
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Hop on a cable car and a 4x4 bus to ascend to 2900 mt to begin your trek to the Summit Craters (with the "Trekking to the Summit" option only, to be paid apart).
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Connect with nature as you discover the volcano's history. Select your preferred tour from several ticket options.
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Enjoy the ultimate trek, morning or sunset trek! We offer them all.
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Explore the outcome of the most powerful eruption in recent years on this Mount Etna summit-guided trek.
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Hop on a cable car and a 4x4 bus to ascend to 2900 mt to begin your trek to the Summit Craters (with the "Trekking to the Summit" option only, to be paid apart).
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Connect with nature as you discover the volcano's history. Select your preferred tour from several ticket options.
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Enjoy the ultimate trek, morning or sunset trek! We offer them all.
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Tour Mount Etna with an expert guide and discover a history charted by lava.
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Walk along idyllic trails around the rims of dormant craters and soak in the views.
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Head into a prismatic lava flow cave while armed with helmets and torches.
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Enjoy a delicious menu of local flavors with wine, 2000m above sea level.
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Fun Fact: The United Nations designated Mount Etna to be a "Decade Volcano" because of its history of recent activity & nearby population.
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Tour Mount Etna with an expert guide and discover a history charted by lava.
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Walk along idyllic trails around the rims of dormant craters and soak in the views.
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Head into a prismatic lava flow cave while armed with helmets and torches.
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Enjoy a delicious menu of local flavors with wine, 2000m above sea level.
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Fun Fact: The United Nations designated Mount Etna to be a "Decade Volcano" because of its history of recent activity & nearby population.
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Discover the highest active volcano in Italy on a half-day adventure at Mount Etna on the coast of Sicily with an expert English, French, or Italian-speaking guide.
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Explore a landscape speckled with summit craters and lava caves in the Valle del Bove.
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Trek on an easy path of 6km through the woods to get to the Snow Cave and experience the scenic wonder of lava flows and volcanic cones.
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View the mesmerizing colors of the volcano and its frost formations, contrasting against the green of nature surrounding it.
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Fun fact: During Etna’s eruption in 1669, the first ever attempt by a human to divert the course of a lava stream was recorded!
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Discover the highest active volcano in Italy on a half-day adventure at Mount Etna on the coast of Sicily with an expert English, French, or Italian-speaking guide.
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Explore a landscape speckled with summit craters and lava caves in the Valle del Bove.
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Trek on an easy path of 6km through the woods to get to the Snow Cave and experience the scenic wonder of lava flows and volcanic cones.
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View the mesmerizing colors of the volcano and its frost formations, contrasting against the green of nature surrounding it.
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Fun fact: During Etna’s eruption in 1669, the first ever attempt by a human to divert the course of a lava stream was recorded!
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Mount Etna holds many surprises in store, from the breathtaking Silvestri Craters to the lava caves at Sapienza Refuge.
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Your walk will be led by an expert English or Italian-speaking guide.
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Look out over the expansive Catania Plain from numerous viewpoints along your route.
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Discover the process of harvesting and pressing olive oil at an Etnean oil mill, and sip on wine at an ancient cellar.
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Did you know? Etna is Europe’s highest active volcano and has erupted more than 150 times throughout recorded history!
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Mount Etna holds many surprises in store, from the breathtaking Silvestri Craters to the lava caves at Sapienza Refuge.
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Your walk will be led by an expert English or Italian-speaking guide.
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Look out over the expansive Catania Plain from numerous viewpoints along your route.
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Discover the process of harvesting and pressing olive oil at an Etnean oil mill, and sip on wine at an ancient cellar.
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Did you know? Etna is Europe’s highest active volcano and has erupted more than 150 times throughout recorded history!
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A thrilling off-road adventure on a quad bike awaits you in the beautiful gorges of Alcantara.
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Explore the river that flows between the lava stone riverbed and the prismatic shapes on the walls of the valley on your excursion.
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Catch beautiful sights of waterfalls, surrounding villages, and Mount Etna while you also watch the historic and cultural importance of the gorge unfold with every turn you make.
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Should you choose, you can also upgrade your experience by selecting from the 2-and-a-half-hour tour or the Mount Etna half-day tour.
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Fun fact: The volcano's name comes from the ancient Greek word 'Aitne', which translates to 'I burn'.
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A thrilling off-road adventure on a quad bike awaits you in the beautiful gorges of Alcantara.
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Explore the river that flows between the lava stone riverbed and the prismatic shapes on the walls of the valley on your excursion.
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Catch beautiful sights of waterfalls, surrounding villages, and Mount Etna while you also watch the historic and cultural importance of the gorge unfold with every turn you make.
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Should you choose, you can also upgrade your experience by selecting from the 2-and-a-half-hour tour or the Mount Etna half-day tour.
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Fun fact: The volcano's name comes from the ancient Greek word 'Aitne', which translates to 'I burn'.
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Embark on a jeep tour through the lush nature trails of Etna Park around Mount Etna.
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Discover a storied past and a history written in lava and ashes from a multilingual tour guide.
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Enjoy the flavors of the region during a delicious tasting of wines, liqueurs, honey, and more.
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Fun fact: Mount Etna stretches for a circumference of 93 miles and covers 1,190km², over twice the size of any of Italy's largest mountains!
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Embark on a jeep tour through the lush nature trails of Etna Park around Mount Etna.
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Discover a storied past and a history written in lava and ashes from a multilingual tour guide.
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Enjoy the flavors of the region during a delicious tasting of wines, liqueurs, honey, and more.
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Fun fact: Mount Etna stretches for a circumference of 93 miles and covers 1,190km², over twice the size of any of Italy's largest mountains!
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Embark on a half-day guided tour of Mount Etna, traversing the volcano's rugged off-road areas and uncovering its unique geological features in 4x4 jeeps.
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Learn about Mount Etna's landscape and volcanic activities from your guide during a thrilling jeep ride to some of the volcano's most suggestive places.
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Hike for about 3 km to discover the beauty and intrigue of Mount Etna's lateral craters, formed by lateral eruptions that expelled magma and ash, and connected to the main magma chamber of the volcano.
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Discover the excitement of exploring a strange and spooky cave formed by cooling lava flows, and observe the captivating geological formations up close.
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Fun Fact: Mount Etna's first recorded eruption dates back to 1500 BC, and since then, it has erupted more than 200 times.
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Embark on a half-day guided tour of Mount Etna, traversing the volcano's rugged off-road areas and uncovering its unique geological features in 4x4 jeeps.
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Learn about Mount Etna's landscape and volcanic activities from your guide during a thrilling jeep ride to some of the volcano's most suggestive places.
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Hike for about 3 km to discover the beauty and intrigue of Mount Etna's lateral craters, formed by lateral eruptions that expelled magma and ash, and connected to the main magma chamber of the volcano.
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Discover the excitement of exploring a strange and spooky cave formed by cooling lava flows, and observe the captivating geological formations up close.
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Fun Fact: Mount Etna's first recorded eruption dates back to 1500 BC, and since then, it has erupted more than 200 times.
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Recommended experiences
- Tour of Mount Etna with Optional Summit Trek
Take a thrilling hike up Etna, complete with brunch options. To hike on the Summit Craters, take a cable car and a 4x4 bus up to 2900 m. Choose from the options of easy, ultimate, morning, or sunset trekking. - Guided Tour of Mount Etna from Catania - with Transport and Lunch
Take a 6-hour guided tour of Mount Etna and learn about the volcano's lava-mapped past. Enter a cave formed by a prismatic lava flow with your helmets on. Indulge in a delectable meal and wines at an altitude of 2,000 meters. - Quad Tour of Alcantara Gorges (also mention upgrade variant)
Explore the valley and its graceful lava stone formations on a quad bike through the challenging route of the Alcantara Gorges. Marvel at the vistas of waterfalls, quaint little towns, and a 2.5-hour or half-day tour of Mount Etna. - Half-Day Trek at Mount Etna & Snow Caves
This half-day hike up Mount Etna's slopes will take you to some stunning structures, the result of the mountain's ongoing volcanic activity. The famous snow caves include icy structures amidst lava. Choose guided support in English, French, or Italian.
Recommended experiences
- Etna, Acireale & Acitrezza Jeep Tour
Explore Mount Etna's stunning landscape and natural park with your guide. A tour through the fishing port of Acitrezza with liqueur is also included in the price of the ticket. - Day Tour of Etna by Jeep
Tour Mount Etna, and sample some of the region's finest wines on a guided excursion. In Aci Castello, you can go snorkeling, and visit Gole dell'Alcantara, Acireale, and Acitrezza. - Etna & Taormina Jeep Tour
Visit the areas around Mount Etna, including a lava cave, and enjoy some free time in the stunning town of Taormina on this full-day guided trip. Also, sample local liqueur. - Etna Jeep and Diving Tour of the Cyclopean Isles
Spend eight hours diving and exploring the Cyclopean isles and Mount Etna to learn about the islands' biodiversity, geology, and volcanology. Indulge yourself with local wine, liqueur, honey, and more. - Etna Jeep and Acitrezza Cruise Tour
Take advantage of your bilingual guide's knowledge of Mount Etna's geological past and documented eruptions. Have a wonderful day cruising in the water at Acitrezza and tasting the local liqueur.
Recommended experiences
- Full-Day Guided Walk at Mount Etna with Wine & Olive Oil Tasting
Take a full-day hike into the craters and caverns of Mount Etna's volcano, then stop by a local olive oil mill and winery to experience some of the region's delicious specialties.
Which Mount Etna Tours Should You Go For
Which Mount Etna Tours Should You Go For
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Plan Your Visit to Catania to Etna Tours
Plan Your Visit to Catania to Etna Tours
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Mount Etna remains open throughout the year unless there are active eruptions or bad weather conditions. Different tour packages define different timings of departure as well as return So, check the package of your choice for precise details.
Mount Etna is generally open all year, but access to certain areas may be restricted or closed due to volcanic activity or other safety reasons.
Hiking and climbing Etna are possible at any time of the year. The best time to go hiking is between March and September. May and late September/early October are the ideal times to visit Mount Etna, with mild temperatures and fewer visitors than in the peak summer months of July and August.
Based on which tour package you have chosen, a trip to Mount Etna can vary from 2.5 hours to 8 hours.
It takes roughly an hour to drive from Catania to the peak of Mount Etna, which is around 50 kilometers away. Catania's Etna bus departs at 8:15 in the morning (timings may vary). Catania has many bus terminals, all of which are conveniently positioned within a block of each other and the city's railway station. You should park in the lot immediately to the west of the city transport bus stops and immediately to the east of the railway station if you're taking the bus to Mount Etna.
Taking the cable car or ski lift from Refuge Sapienza to the top of Mount Etna is the fastest and most convenient option. Nearby Refuge Sapienza is the ski lift and cable car station, which offers a quick and beautiful route to the peak. After the 15-20 minute journey on the cable car, you can explore the peak and its environs on foot. The alternative is to trek from Refuge Sapienza to Mount Etna, which is a challenging and time-consuming approach best suited for experienced hikers.
- Rifugio Sapienza: This entrance is located on the southern side of the mountain and offers access to the ski slopes and cable car to the summit.
- Nicolosi: This entrance is located on the southeastern side of the mountain and is visitors' most popular starting point. From here, you can hike to the summit, take a guided tour, or join a jeep excursion.
- Linguaglossa: This entrance is located on the northern side of the mountain and offers access to a number of scenic trails and paths.
- Piano Provenzana: This entrance is located on the northeastern side of the mountain and is famous for its scenic views and the possibility of observing the active volcanic activity.
- Milo: This entrance is located on the western side of the mountain and is the starting point for several challenging hiking trails.
Mount Etna is an active stratovolcano situated on the Italian island of Sicily's eastern coastline. It is situated near the towns of Catania and Messina. The precise address is:
The closest airport to Mount Etna is Catania Fontanarossa Airport, which may be used to access the summit. You may hire a vehicle at the airport and drive to one of the mountain's entrances, such as Rifugio Sapienza or Nicolosi. Another alternative is to take a bus from Catania to either Nicolosi or Linguaglossa. If you are already in Sicily, you may reach Mount Etna by rail to one of the adjacent towns, such as Catania or Taormina, and then by bus or car.
There is no metro system that reaches Mount Etna. If you want to go by rail, you may take the regional train from Catania Centrale to Giarre-Riposto, which is situated close to Mount Etna. The mountain may be reached by bus or rented vehicle from Giarre-Riposto.
Yes, it is possible to take a bus from Catania to Mount Etna. Catania and the towns close to Mount Etna, such as Nicolosi and Linguaglossa, are serviced regularly by a number of local bus companies. From these places, you may either take a bus or a cab to reach the mountain.
Yes, the cable car may be used to reach Mount Etna. The cable car station is situated near the entrance of Rifugio Sapienza on the southern slope of the mountain and offers a spectacular and easy method to reach the peak. After roughly 15 to 20 minutes on the cable car, you may explore the top and its surroundings on foot.
Yes, tours to Mount Etna are wheelchair accessible depending on your ticket. Tours of this kind often include transportation between Mount Etna's most famous attractions and stops at nearby wineries and olive oil factories.
No, luggage or storage facilities are not available for your Mount Etna Tours
Yes, in fact, these tours are full of photo ops given the exquisite work of nature for miles to see.
Yes, you can bring outside food and beverages along with you. In fact, make sure you carry some snacks and water or Gatorade for the tour.
There are tour packages that include lunch and olive oil or wine-tasting facilities at authentic wineries and oil mills. You can also taste other local products, such as honey or delicacies prepared in authentic Sicilian style.
Yes, your Mount Etna tours include hotel transfers depending on the ticket you opt for.
Although there is no dress code per se, it is recommended to dress carefully. You need to plan your attire according to the weather. Winter apparel, including coats, gloves, hats, and scarves, is advised from December through March. In the summer and spring, you may wear comfy sportswear, pants, and sweaters. Always bring along a jacket and footwear.
Know Before You Go
Know Before You Go
What do I wear when I go to Mount Etna?
- Wear trousers instead of shorts.
- Use a bunch of layers
- Make sure you have a windbreaker with you.
Are there health-specific guidelines for visiting Mount Etna?
Is Mount Etna really safe?
What are the precautions visitors can take during a visit to Mount Etna?
What to See in your Mount Etna Tours?
What to See in your Mount Etna Tours?
Silvestri craters
The Summit
Volcanic formations
Cave of Frost
Lava flows
Top Things to Do at Mount Etna
Top Things to Do at Mount Etna
Wine Tasting
Crater Hopping
Hiking
Skiing
Caving
Mountain Biking
Mount Etna Tour FAQs
Mount Etna Tour FAQs
Can I buy Mount Etna tickets online?
Is Mount Etna worth visiting?
What are the different types of Mount Etna tours?
Is skip-the-line entry included in my Mount Etna tours?
Are guided Mount Etna Tours tours available?
What are Mount Etna's timings?
How do I get to Mount Etna from Catania?
- Train: To get to Catania to Etna Tours by train, you would need to take a train to the Catania Central Train Station (Catania Centrale) and then transfer to a bus that will take you to the base of Mount Etna.
- Metro: Catania does not have a metro system,
- Bus: Several local bus companies provide frequent routes between Catania and the towns around Mount Etna, including Nicolosi and Linguaglossa. You may get a bus or a taxi from these terminals to go to the base of the mountain.
- Tram: Catania does not have a tram system.
- Cable Car: Unfortunately, no cable car service goes directly from Catania to the base of Mount Etna.
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