--- title: Etna Sunset Tour lang: en type: tour city: Catania country: Italy price: 109 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.86 reviews: 111 duration_minutes: 300 languages: [en, it] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Old craters and lava caves rank_in_category: 19 of 35 (Etna Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-26 data_updated: 2026-09-26 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/catania/tours/etna-sunset-tour/ --- # Etna Sunset Tour **Guidekin's take:** The sunset version of the Etna outing, with the last light over the old craters and lava flows, a tasting of local products and caves visited with helmets and torches provided. A naturalist guide leads it in two guide languages from set pickup points in Catania; meals are extra and bookings need two people. 4.86 from 111 reviews at €109 per person. ## Overview He lights of sunset on the highest active volcano in Europe, a free tasting of typical products of Etna, ancient craters and lava flows, an itinerary to discover lunar landscapes and lush forests, houses surrounded by lava, volcanic caves, during this spring/summer tour you will be accompained by our Naturalistic guide that will captivate you telling you about the mysterious volcanic phenomena. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 37 pickup points - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 13:30, 14:00, 15:00: 3 departures a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €69: ages 0 to 12 ## Key facts - Price: from €109 per person - Duration: 5h - Rating: 4.86/5 from 111 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 98% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Excursions Etna Catania - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## What's included - Use of helmet, Torches, Head caps - Driver/guide - Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points in Catania - Professional Naturalistic Guide ## Not included - Food and drinks ## Itinerary 1. **Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna** (1h) - Our Naturalist Guides will accompany you during the tour and will illustrate in a clear and simple way the volcanological phenomena that gave rise to these very particular places. You will discover natural scenery of extraordinary beauty, including the lunar landscapes around... 2. **Valle Del Bove** (1h) - During your visit to Etna you will come across a unique view and you can admire the immense expanse of the Valley of the Ox , an ancient volcanic caldera formed 10,000 years ago. 3. **Colata Lavica 1992** (20m) - Along the way you will be able to observe the lava flows dating back to different ages, real evidence of the intense volcanic activity of Etna that has gone through centuries of history such as volcanic bombs, craters and various lateral craters. With a walk between craters... 4. **Oro d'Etna** (30m; admission included) - The first stop of the Etna tour is scheduled in the municipality of Zafferana Etnea. You will stop at a certified farm and you will be offered a tasting of typical products. 5. **Mount Etna** (30m; admission included) - The Etna tour continues with the exploration of a spectacular lava cave. The guides will accompany you and you will be provided with the necessary equipment (helmet and torches) to be able to visit the volcanic cave in total safety. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 13:30, 14:00, 15:00 - 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: 37 ## Good to know - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - A minimum of 2 people per booking is required. - Children must be accompanied by an adult - Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately ## Compared with other Etna Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #19 of 35** | €109 | 5h | 4.86 (111) | shared | | [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 #19 of 35 in Etna Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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