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Private Etna Tour: Silvestri Craters, Wine Tasting & Cellar Lunch

4.9(32)5 hModerately active

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$330per person

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Overview

Duration: 5 h
Languages: English, Italian, Spanish
Group size: Up to 8 travelers
Suitable for: No age limit
Pace: Moderately active

Good for

Couples
Groups of friends
Luxury seekers
Solo travelers

Discover the secret essence of Etna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with an elite private experience. Taste rare honeys, volcanic oils, and organic specialties in Zafferana. Walk on the Silvestri Craters at 2,000 meters, exploring ancient caves and breathtaking views away from the crowds. The highlight is an exclusive "behind the scenes" tour of iconic Etna wineries, including Gambino or Murgo, with a tasting of 4 wines and lunch.

Highlights

Etna Exploration
Exclusive Tasting
Private Tour & Lunch

What's included

Vehicle with air conditioning
Continuous assistance from an Expert and English-speaking Sicilian driver.
Snacks
Wi-Fi on board
Tasting of typical chocolate at Rifugio Sapienza
Stop at the Etna farm for tasting (honey, oil, wine, olives, etc.)
Private transportation
Wine tasting in the cellar with typical lunch
Customizable itinerary: Possibility to modulate the route according to your needs.
Alcoholic beverages
Bottled water
Volcanic tour to the Silvestri Craters and lava cave, with protective helmets included.

Itinerary

1
Taormina
45min
Your journey begins with a private transfer service. You will be greeted by an Expert, English-speaking driver-guide with a deep knowledge of Sicilian history and traditions, guaranteeing dedicated assistance. Pick-up service for the start of the tour is available at Catania, Taormina, Messina, nearby areas and directly at the port embarkation piers. To ensure peace of mind, the exact meeting point will be coordinated and confirmed through direct contact before the experience, ensuring a timely and stress-free tour start.
2
Oro d'Etna
30min
A typical local estate, where you can rediscover the authentic flavors of the territory through a tasting of organic excellence at zero kilometer: from artisan honey to extra virgin olive oil, up to olives from local cultivars and indigenous wines of the island.
3
Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna
30min
Climb by car through the lava landscapes of Mount Etna to Rifugio Sapienza (about 2,000 m). A visit to the Silvestri Craters and a lava flow cave is planned, with time available to admire the view. Short optional walks are possible.

Before you go

Ticket & redemption

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One ticket covers the whole booking

Pickup & drop-off

This tour with pick up service included will offer you a total immersion in the soul of Sicily, where logistics disappear to leave room only for beauty. You will travel along scenic routes in premium vehicles, accompanied by a Destination Expert with perfect English who will reveal the secrets of the territory during every move.
From personalised pick-up to your Accommodation until your return, every moment is taken care of by Sicilian Soul Experience to ensure a smooth and relaxing journey through iconic vineyards and breathtaking views. A service of excellence, discreet and attentive to your every need, to allow you to experience Etna in total freedom

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Not included

Any entrance fees for paid areas not mentioned in the itinerary
Costs for extra means of transport (unless requested and quoted separately) e.g. cable car
Driver tips, not mandatory but appreciated
Personal purchases

Mount Etna

30min

At Rifugio Sapienza there is a break with tasting of typical local chocolate. The refuge, located at about 2,000 meters above sea level, is one of the main access points to the summit area of Etna. During the stop you will be able to walk on the volcanic soil, touch the lava rocks and enjoy wide panoramic views, which allow you to appreciate the unique landscape and the extension of the surrounding territory.

Gambino Winery

Your tasting will take place at Cantine Gambino or Cantine Murgo, historical pillars of Etna winemaking and icons of excellence, ranked among the top 5 of the more than 400 wineries on Etna. Pioneers in the rediscovery of DOC wines, they will welcome you for a guided tasting of 4 elite labels. Each wine will be accompanied by local gastronomic specialties, creating a perfect match that celebrates the authentic flavor of the Sicilian territory

Taormina

45min

At the end of the tour there is a return to the agreed starting point, with organized transfer.

Public transportation options are available nearby

Accessibility

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels