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Etna and Alcantara Gorges Excursion with lunch

4.8 Great 304 reviews
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6h–8h
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English, Italian, French
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Guidekin's take

Lunch included, up to eight in our Small-Group Tours comparison.

Trade-off: Cruise passengers cannot join; route can change with weather.

Last checked: September 26, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

Etna and the Alcantara Gorges in a day for up to eight, an off road run to a lava front, a trek through the Ragabo pines to the Monti Sartorius craters and gorges park entry in the price, plus a first course, drink and coffee. Cruise passengers cannot join, and volcanic activity or weather can change the route. 4.78 from 304 reviews at €89 per person.

From the guide

Discover Etna and the Alcantara Gorges! The perfect mix of adventure and refreshing relax!

The excursion begins by SUV or minivan (up to 8 people), together with our experienced guides.
Our first stop is an off-road trip to the 2002 eruption lava fron.
Continuing along the Via Mareneve, in the middle of the Ragabo pine forest, we will arrive at the starting point of our trekking to the Monti Sartorius craters. We will continue on foot, starting at 1650 metres and arriving at an altitude of 1750 metres, an easy walk suitable for everyone.
We will then explore a lava flow cave, the Grotta dei Ladroni, equipped with helmets and torches.

We will stop at a local chalet or restaurant for lunch (included in the price: a first course, water and coffee/tea).

After lunch, we will reach the characteristic Alcantara Gorges, also known as the Larderia Gorges. A refreshing and relaxing visit to a wonderful place. You can cool off in the Alcantara river in the middle of the canyon of the Gorges!

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departs: 09:00
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:00. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 26, 2026.

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Trekking equipment: helmet and flashlight, hiking poles (upon request)
Admission ticket to the Alcantara Gorges Botanical Park (through the municipal entrance)
In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch: A first course, drink and coffee

Itinerary

Mount Etna Stop 1
Transportation by SUV or minivan from the meeting point to all the points of interest included in the tour, with return to the original meeting point at the end of the tour. First stop to visit the lava flow from the massive 2002 eruption. Main hike of approximately 3 km along the typical “bottoniera” side craters of the Sartorius Mountains. Exploration of the Grotta dei Ladroni, a lava flow cave. Lunch at a local Etnean chalet or restaurant, included in the price: a first course dish, water and coffee/tea.
6h
Admission included
Le Gole dell'Alcantara Stop 2
After lunch (included in the price: a first course dish, water and coffee/tea), we will pass through Castiglione di Sicilia, one of “Italy’s Most Beautiful Villages”, and arrive at the Alcantara Gorges, also known as the Larderia Gorges. The Alcantara Gorges lava canyon is located in the municipality of Motta Camastra, it's a masterpiece of nature carved out over thousands of years. With walls up to 25 meters high and passages barely 2 meters wide. The entry fee to the Alcantara Botanical Park is included in the price; we will stop for about 1 hour for a free visit of the Alcantara Gorges.
1h
Admission included

Departure & Return

Pickup included

After submitting your booking you will be contacted to schedule the exact pick up time. We kindly ask you to keep an eye on notifications via app, email, WhatsApp or direct calls.

9 pickup points listed by the operator

Start point

In front of "Autoscuola Sorrentino" driving school, free parking on the street.

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End point

In front of "Autoscuola Sorrentino" driving school, free parking on the street.

Additional Information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • NOT suitable for cruise ship passengers due to scheduling conflicts.
  • For safety reasons, due to volcanic activity or particularly unfavorable weather conditions, the tour may be modified or canceled at the guide’s discretion. We’re here to have fun together, but safety comes first.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
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Ranked #31 of 35 in Etna Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €56 to €329, median €99; typical length 6h. 6 of 35 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 35 Etna Tours

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