Mt. Etna and Alcantara river full day tour from Catania | 9 hours

81 Reviews | Catania
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
  • The kit for visiting the Cave
  • Multilingual guide
  • Trekking shoes (on request)
  • Shuttle bus (return)
  • INFANT price - Baby seat and baby carrier included
  • Tasting
  • Cableway + 4x4 bus + alpinist guide to the maximum altitudes allowed (to pay on the spot) Optional
  • All that is not specified under “the cost includes"
  • Extra activities available on Etna, as quad and bike, alternative to trekking.
  • Lift to reach the gorges (as an alternative to the steps)

Overview

This full-day tour allows you to go from a morning visit to Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, to the beautiful and surprising valley of Alcantara river in the afternoon. In the first part of the excursion, you will submerge in nature and visit old craters and lava flow caves, enjoy breathtaking views, and taste typical local products. In the afternoon, before seeing the famous basaltic canyon named Gorges, you will walk next the river Alcantara through a lush vegetation until to visit the Gurne, little lakes created by the same river.

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Itinerary

  • Etna Tribe

    tour made by etna tribe

    9 hours

  • N/A

    Stop for break

    10 minutes

  • Mount Etna

    trekking in path up to volcano Etna

    2 hours

  • Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna

    trekking through the old craters

    1 hour

  • N/A

    Trekking through natural path of parco dell'Etna

    1 hour

  • Funivia dell'Etna

    altitude option with cablecar and jeep of road

    2 hours

  • N/A

    visit of a lava cave with hekmets and lamps

    15 minutes

  • Oro d'Etna

    Sampling of typical products in a biological farm

    20 minutes

  • Gola Dell'Alcantara

    visit of alcantara gorges

    1 hour

  • Gurne dell'Alcantara. Francavilla di Sicilia

    Visit og alcantara gurne

    1 hour

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

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May 05100% refund
May 06No refund

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  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

4.7

81 reviews

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This is a MUST DO, For Sure!!!

Published on Jul, 2024

This tour was Absolutely Spectacular!! Learning the History of Mount Etna and its history was so Amazing!! There is a very special energy there, for sure! And the Alcantara river will, also, take your breathe away! Experiencing the icy cold water, while feasting your eyes upon the magnificent geological sculptures created by mother nature is an experience you do not want to miss!!! It is Mind Blowing!! But what made my experience extra special was our Beautiful guide, Claudio!! His passion of Mt. Etna and his homeland was definitely felt and greatly appreciated, beyond words!! There is no better way to experience these extraordinary sights other than from a local! You can feel the energy of these magical places come alive through their words and passion!! Grazie Mille, Claudio!!!

Best tour!

Published on Jun, 2024

We had the most amazing time. We were a group of aids and We were catered to. Our tour guide Lorenzo personalized our tour and never rushed us. He went above and beyond and Spent more time with us. He provided us with instructions and followed through with everything. This is definitely a do not miss tour.

To the top with the rents

Published on Jun, 2024

I am traveling in Catania with my parents and although this was an expensive venture with the additional cost of the cable car and vans, I think it was worth it to have done it. It wasn’t very strenuous at the top and we still got to see it. If I am to return one day on my own, I would likely choose one of the more athletic versions. Which you can choose to add on to climb to the top as an additional tour. We didn’t think the tasting was a money grab like others have commented. We enjoyed it very much! They were very kind and we did not feel pressured to buy anything at all. Alcantara was beautiful. The only issue was that I had emailed to ask about swimsuit or not and they told us that the water would be too cold to go in. It was cold but we still wished we had been better prepared for clothes that could get wet and walk through the thigh deep water We would have brought water shoes or sandals that would have made walking in the river easier, had they not said that the water would be too cold to get in. I think it was just a miscommunication. Our guide, Lorenzo, was very sweet and informative. It ended up just being us so it was nice to go at our own pace. Overall, great experience!

Memorable Day at Etna with Best Food Tasting of our whole trip!

Published on Oct, 2023

This was such a fun and memorable tour! It was treacherous up on Etna that day with wild winds, so our wonderful Tour Guide Andrea, pivoted and lengthened our tasting of the amazing food and wines grown and made on Etna herself. Probably one of the most memorable days of our whole trip!

The tranquilly and serenity of ETNA's silence were truly captivating.

Published on Oct, 2023

A full-day tour of the Mt. Etna and Alcantara rivers from Catania was booked, which also encompasses a culinary experience with a sampling of local cuisine. Our guide for the tour was Lorenzo. He is an amazing person, very knowledgeable, and passionate about the history and culture of the region. He took us on a mesmerising journey through the picturesque landscapes of Mount`enta and Alcanta, providing insightful commentary along the way. The tranquilly and serenity of ETNA's silence were truly captivating. It allowed me to connect with nature on a deeper level and appreciate the raw beauty of the volcanic landscape. The food tasting experience was a delightful addition to the tour, allowing us to savour the flavours of traditional dishes that perfectly complemented our exploration. Overall, I highly recommend this tour with Lorenzo, as it exceeded all expectations and left us with unforgettable memories of our short holiday. Thank you, ETNA TRIBE AND LORENZO!

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