About this experience
Europe's highest volcano looms large over Sicily, so this family-friendly tour from Taormina takes you as close to the top as you can.
Highlights
- Explore Mt Etna up close on a family-friendly tour
- Cable car and 4x4 ride to the crater
- Views over the rest of Sicily
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Mount Etna is the highest active volcano in Europe and a true icon of Sicily. This is your chance to venture either 1,900 or 2,900 metres above sea level to check out the lunar-like landscapes of the volcano's craters. You'll be driven from Taormina to Rifugio Sapienza, where – if you've chosen to go up to 2,900 metres – you'll switch to a cable car and 4x4 vehicle to reach the main crater for a guided walk and some epic views. If you opt to stay at 1,900 metres, there's free time to explore the nature trails around the Silvestri Craters, along with souvenir shops, cafés and a small museum that tells the story of the mountain's past. Either way, you'll want your camera for this one.
Things to note
- Hat
- Hiking shoes
- Warm clothing
Terms & conditions
The trip to 2,900m is optional so if you'd like to go higher, you'll need to select this when booking
It can get chilly at higher altitudes, so we recommend that you wear layers of clothing
Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
Not suitable for guests with poor health
Not suitable for guests with cardiac or respiratory problems
Not suitable for wheelchairs
Not suitable for those with reduced mobility due to moderate walking distance during tour and uneven paths or steps
Bring a hat
Bring suitable footwear
Bring warm clothes
Bring money for extras or gratuities
Subject to weather conditions
Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change