Mountain Excursions

From Taormina: Mount Etna Guided Tour by Jeep

Name: From Taormina: Mount Etna Guided Tour by Jeep
Start: 2024-11-30T08:30:00
End: 2024-11-30T16:30:00
Location: Taormina

Mount Etna 4x4 tour from Taormina with rustic lunch experience.

Mount Etna 4x4 tour from Taormina with rustic lunch, showcasing volcanic landscape and guided exploration.

Experience Mt. Etna's fiery beauty and aftermath of the 2002 eruption on a guided tour from your hotel.

Highlights

Enjoy a guided tour of Mt. Etna with hotel pickup, and explore one of Europe's highest and most active volcanoes, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2013.
Discover the north side of the volcano, with its vast pine-forest, cycling trails, and fantastic hikes, and enjoy the area's natural beauty without the crowds of the south side.
See the effects of the 2002 eruption, including the lava front, a lava cave, and the unique side craters with seven small, aligned eruptive cones.
Indulge in a delicious lunch at a rustic restaurant, featuring a rich selection of starters, pasta, dessert, local wine, and mineral water, before returning to your hotel in the Taormina area.
Fun Fact: Mount Etna has been the backdrop for many movies, including the 1965 film "Genghis Khan" and the 2002 James Bond film "Die Another Day."

Inclusions

English and Italian speaking guides
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Air conditioned 4x4 vehicle
Short hike in the old craters
Rustic lunch with wine included

Exclusions

Gratuities/Tips

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your experience

Exploring the north side of Mt. Etna

Your tour will start with a pickup by a Jeep WD4X4 driver from your hotel in Taormina. Afterward, you will depart for the Etna district, and along the way, you'll get to see different landscapes and beautiful villages. Your first stop will be at Piano Provenzana, located 1800 meters above sea level. Here, you will have the opportunity to see the ex-Betulle hotel, which was partially covered by lava due to the eruption in 2002. The area is a stunning combination of green pine forests, dark lava stones, and vibrant natural colors, accompanied by delightful scents.

Hiking, lava caves, and lunch

Your Mt. Etna guided tour will include a moderate hiking trip, where you'll get to see the lava front of the 2002 eruption and a lava cave. Additionally, you'll get to explore the side craters characterized by seven small, aligned eruptive cones called "buttonholes." Afterward, you'll enjoy a rustic lunch in a local restaurant that includes a variety of delicious starters like salami, cheese, and seasonal vegetables, followed by a taste of pasta and dessert. The lunch will be accompanied by local wine and mineral water. Later in the afternoon, you’ll head back to your hotel in Taormina, bringing an end to a day full of adventure and breathtaking scenery.

Know before you go

What's not allowed

The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users, people with back problems.

Additional information

It's recommended to wear a jacket in case of wind conditions.

The minimum drinking age is 18 years.

Children must be accompanied by 1 adult
Not recommended for pregnant women.
A moderate amount of walking is involved.
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID during the pick-up.

Hotel transfers

This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs from Taormina area.
In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.
On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 15 mins prior to your scheduled departure.
If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.