--- title: Etna and Alcantara Gorges Tour – Trekking, Lava Cave and River lang: en type: tour city: Catania country: Italy price: 90 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.96 reviews: 96 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [en, it, fr] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Etna trek and Alcantara Gorges rank_in_category: 7 of 35 (Etna Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-26 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/catania/tours/etna-and-alcantara-gorges-tour-trekking-lava-cave-and-river/ --- # Etna and Alcantara Gorges Tour – Trekking, Lava Cave and River **Guidekin's take:** A small group day capped at eight per van with a guided trek of about three kilometres between Etna's side craters and recent flows, a lava cave with helmet and torch, and the Alcantara Gorges with entry included. Hiking shoes and sticks are provided; lunch is extra and moderate fitness is needed. 4.96 from 96 reviews at €90 per person. ## Overview This tour combines in a single day a guided trekking on Mount Etna up to about 2000 meters above sea level, a visit to a lava cave with helmet and torch provided, and access to the Alcantara Gorges. During the excursion on Mount Etna you will follow an easy/moderate path of about 3 km between side craters and recent lava flows. The Certified Environmental Guide provides explanations on the volcano's geology, flora and eruptive activity. At the Alcantara Gorges there is free time to walk inside the basalt canyon and along the river. Entrance ticket included. The tour is operated in small groups (max 8 people) with transport by air-conditioned minivan and equipment included. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 144 pickup points - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Max 8 people: small group - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 08:30: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €70: ages 5 to 11 ## Key facts - Price: from €90 per person for the Etna and Alcantara Gorges Tour – Trekking, Lava Cave and River option; other options up to €690 - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.96/5 from 96 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 99% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Sicily Active - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Etna and Alcantara Gorges Tour – Trekking, Lava Cave and River | €90 / person (for 2+ people) | French, English, Italian | Pickup included | | Etna Gorges Alcantara Private | €690 / person | English | Etna and Alcantara Gorges: Exclusive experience only for your group Duration: 8 hours Lunch included: Lunch included, Drinks included, Prosecco on board jeep Etna and Alcantara Gorges: Stop coffee, trekking, cave,... | ## What's included - Hiking shoes and walking sticks - Air-conditioned vehicle - Entrance ticket to the Alcantara Gorges ## Not included - Lunch ## Itinerary 1. **Mount Etna** (2h; admission included) - Guided trek on the north side of Etna through unique volcanic landscapes, including ancient lava flows, side craters and birch woods. The Guide will explain the volcano’s eruptive history, its current activity and the geological features that make it the highest active... 2. **La Grotta dei Ladri** (30m; admission included) - Guided tour of a lava cave formed during an eruption of Etna. Wearing a helmet and flashlight, travelers will enter a volcanic tunnel to discover how lava flows form and how underground cavities are formed. The Guide will illustrate the geological processes that shaped the... 3. **Le Gole dell'Alcantara** (1h 15m; admission included) - Visit to the Alcantara Gorges with access via municipal stairs. Once they reach the riverbank, guests can take off their shoes and enter the canyon to walk among the spectacular basalt walls shaped by water. The Guide will explain the volcanic origin of the gorges and the... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-26 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Pickup points listed by the operator: 144 ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Maximum 8 people per van - We can take care of food intolerances - A minimum level of moderate fitness is required - A minimum level of moderate fitness is required ## Compared with other Etna Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #7 of 35** | €90 | 8h | 4.96 (96) | shared, max 8 | | [Etna Tour - HalfDay Small Group & licensed Tour Guide](/italy/catania/tours/etna-tour-halfday-small-group-licensed-tour-guide/?format=md) | €75 | 6h | 4.99 (219) | shared | | [Tour Etna and Wine Tasting](/italy/catania/tours/tour-etna-and-wine-tasting/?format=md) | €145 | 8h | 4.92 (418) | shared | | [Etna Morning tour with lunch included (departure from Catania)](/italy/catania/tours/etna-morning-tour-with-lunch-included-departure-from-catania/?format=md) | €82 | 6h | 4.92 (353) | shared | Ranked #7 of 35 in Etna Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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