Mount Etna Day Trip from Taormina
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Overview
Visit Sicily’s famously fiery volcano, the magnificent Mount Etna, on a day trip from Taormina. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mount Etna is Europe’s tallest active volcano, and views from it over Parco dell'Etna (the national park) are breathtaking. Explore the foothills around the base station on a 3-hour independent hike (extra ticket), or optionally upgrade (extra) to include transport to Mount Etna’s upper area and an escorted walking tour of the upper crater included Mountain Guide service. Main departure point is from Taormina Bus Terminal. Alternative pick-up points are available along the route only on request by providing the full address.
TICKET PRICES STARTING FROM
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GET TICKETSTicket Options (2) Options Available
Option(s)
Foothills Only
Includes round-trip transport from Taormina and free time in the foothills of Mount Etna
Starting from
$27.51
Option(s)
Mount Etna Upper Crater
Includes round-trip transport from Taormina, transport to the volcano and walking tour. Ascent by cable car up to 2500m and continue on jeeps to the authorized crater zones at approx 3000m with guides
Starting from
$101.66
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Professional multilingual guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's not Included
- Food and drinks
- Wind jackets and boots rental
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- 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 spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Warm clothes and comfortable shoes are recommended
- The high-altitude ascents are not indicated for heart passengers, asthmatics and pregnant women.
- Please note that for your safety, all excursions to Etna do not reach the edge of the main craters and customers are always kept on a safety zone.
- The cost of the excursion to Etna, ascent inclusive, has a special price valid only with advance reservation. When buying the ascent on board, the cost will be higher.
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