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Full day tour of Etna and Alcantara

4.6 Great 76 reviews
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8h
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German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Overview

Guidekin summary

A full day trek on one of Etna's slopes through old lava flows, woods and houses ringed by lava, plus a lava cave, a tasting and the Alcantara Gorges. Off road or minivan transport, helmets and torches are included; lunch at the mountain hut is at your own cost and you need hiking shoes and a jacket. 4.59 from 76 reviews at €105 per person.

From the guide

Trekking on one of the slopes of Mount Etna, among ancient flows, lunar landscapes and lush woods, houses surrounded by lava, breathtaking views, lava caves to be explored in total safety and tasting of typical local products. Lunch at a mountain hut to follow visit to the beautiful Alcantara Gorges, formed thousands of years ago thanks to a lava flow that invaded the bed of the Alcantara river.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Available year-round

This tour runs daily. 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
Helmets and torches supplied by us.
In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

Lunch

Itinerary

Mount Etna Stop 1
A whole day accompanied by our guides, to learn about the genesis and mythology of the largest active volcano in Europe, from the sea to the top.
4h
Admission included
Le Gole dell'Alcantara Stop 2
After lunch we will visit the beautiful Alcantara Gorges, formed thousands of years ago thanks to a lava flow that invaded the bed of the Alcantara river. The crash between the extremely cold water of the river and the incandescent lava created one of nature's most spectacular scenarios.
1h
Admission included

Departure & Return

Pickup included

We will pick up travelers from their accommodation, hotel, airport or port of arrival between 8:30 and 9:00.

279 pickup points listed by the operator, 275 of them hotels

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You will receive a confirmation when booking.
  • Guests must wear hiking shoes and bring a jacket.
  • In the winter, due to adverse weather conditions or in the event of ice and / or snow on the roads, the excursion could take place at lower altitudes.
  • Activities carried out with machines, 4 × 4 off-road vehicles and / or minivans.

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 · #33 of 35€1058h4.59 (76)shared
Etna Tour - HalfDay Small Group & licensed Tour Guide€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

Ranked #33 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

From € 105 / person