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Etna Tour - HalfDay Small Group & licensed Tour Guide

5.0 Excellent 219 reviews
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6h
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English, Italian
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Guidekin's take

Half day trek, small group in our Etna Tours comparison.

Trade-off: Cable car, lunch and Silvestri craters extra; two to book.

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

Overview

Guidekin summary

A half day trek in a small group with a certified, licensed Sicily tour guide, through forest, past extinct craters and over lava fields to a volcanic cave and a lava tube, with helmet, light and hiking poles provided. The cable car, lunch and the Silvestri crater visit are extra, and it runs in two languages. 4.99 from 219 reviews at €75 per person.

From the guide

Trek past volcanic craters, ancient lava flows that give the volcano a lunar landscape, the breathtaking beauty of Etna's landscapes under the soft glow of the morning sun.

I will lead you through ancient forests, past extinct craters, and across the moon-like lava fields that testify to Etna's dynamic nature.

We will visit a volcanic cave, a lava tube and I will share the rich geological history of Mount Etna with the breathtaking views.

We'll cap off the morning's adventure with a visit to a traditional Sicilian farm, where you can indulge in a tasting of local products and wines. It's the perfect way to relax and reflect on the morning's experiences while enjoying the flavors of Sicily.

I do my tours with all my passion and my experience is flexible, can be tailored to suit your needs, including the extras but I need to plan it. Write me in advance.

“This experience is available as a shared tour. A private option can be arranged upon request"

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departs: 08:15
Scheduled through September 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 08:15. Scheduled through September 2027. 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

Helmet and light - Hiking poles
Certified and Licensed Tour Guide of Sicily

What's Not Included

Funivia dell'Etna
Lunch
Cratere Silvestri

Itinerary

Mount Etna Stop 1
Trek past volcanic craters, ancient lava flows that give the volcano a lunar landscape, the breathtaking beauty of Etna's landscapes under the soft glow of the morning sun. I will lead you through ancient forests, past extinct craters, and across the moon-like lava fields that testify to Etna's dynamic nature. We'll walk and explore the area at 2000 meters, and old lateral craters. We will visit a volcanic cave, a lava tube and I will share the rich geological history of Mount Etna with the breathtaking views. We'll cap off the morning's adventure with a visit to a traditional Sicilian farm, where you can indulge in a tasting of local products and wines. It's the perfect way to relax and reflect on the morning's experiences while enjoying the flavors of Sicily. Since the 2nd of October 25 , you need a ticket to visit the small Silvestri Crater. We'll visit others for free, but if you wanna go to the small one, there is an entry ticket of 5 euro per person.
5h

Departure & Return

Pickup included

-- Pick up from the meeting points in CATANIA is FREE other destinations EXTRA -- - Pick up from TAORMINA or MESSINA or SIRACUSA is an Extra Service - Additional charges apply for pickups from alternative locations.

71 pickup points listed by the operator, 69 of them hotels

Start point

Next to the church , Next to the kiosk, roman Amphitheatre side.

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End point

Next to the church , Next to the kiosk, roman Amphitheatre side.

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund

Compared with other Etna Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #1 of 35€756h4.99 (219)shared
Tour Etna and Wine Tasting€1458h4.92 (418)shared
Etna Morning tour with lunch included (departure from Catania)€826h4.92 (353)shared
Etna Summit Area (2900 mt) Lunch and Alcantara Tour - Small Groups from Taormina€17210h4.98 (92)shared

Ranked #1 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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