Private Etna Volcano Day Tour: Explore Europe's Highest Active Volcano

Highlights

• Volcanic Exploration
• Breathtaking Views
• Local Product Tasting

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Stop 1

   2h

   Ascending the southern slope of the volcano, we will cross the lava flow of 1983 and 2002 where we will stop to see up close its destructive effects. We will continue up to an altitude of 2.000 meters, where you can easily visit the Silvestri Craters originated from the eruption of 1892. here you will have the opportunity to walk along the edge of the lower crater, or go to the discovery of the breathtaking panorama that can be enjoyed from the top of the highest crater climbing the slope along an easy path. At guests’ discretion, is possible to go to higher altitudes (2.500 mt or 3.000 mt a.s.l.) by cable car (ticket not included in the price).

2. 2

   Stop 2

   2h

   Trekking through a natural path that leads to a viewpoint where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of “Valle del Bove”. The next stop will be Monte Pomiciaro at an altitude of 1463 meters above sea level, the starting point of the trekking through a nature trail that will lead us to the top of Monte Zoccolaro, at an altitude of 1737 meters. Here, from a natural balcony that will give you a breathtaking emotion, you will enjoy the magnificent view of the Valle del Bove and the summit craters.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   30min

   On our way back, we will pass by Zafferana Etnea, where we stop at a Honey Farm to witness the organic honey production process and taste the varieties of organic honey and many other products like Extra Vergin Olive Oil, Wine, liquors, Olives, dry tomatoes and much more.

Before you go