Mount Etna and Alcantara Gorges from Taormina | La Vacanza Travel

Mount Etna and Alcantara Gorges from Taormina

Duration: 10 hours
Destination: Italy, Sicilia, Sicily
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  • 10 hours
  • Sicily
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Leave Taormina and ride around Mount Etna by coach and by a 1950s-era train on the Circumetnea Railway (the train is not operative during winter time and will be substituted by the coach and a visit of Randazzo town). This exciting day trip also includes visit of the rock pools and canyons of Alcantara Gorges (entrance own expense) and the foothills of Sicily’s vivacious volcano. If you want to see Mount Etna’s smouldering upper craters, upgrade (extra) to include transport by cable car and jeeps and a walking tour to the summit craters.

Note that from November to March, the tour does not include the train ride nor the optional upgrade to the upper areas. A visit of Randazzo town is provided in substitution. A minimum number of 12 participants is necessary during winter.

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Gola dell'Alcantara, Ss185, 2, 98030, Motta Camastra, Sicily Italy

Reach the Alcanatara Gorges

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna, 95030 Nicolosi, Sicily Italy

Reach Rifugio Sapienza 1900 meters

Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tour escort/host
  • Professional multilingual guide
  • Entry/Admission - Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna

Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fee to Alcantara Gorges
  • Wind jackets and boots rental

Additional Info

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • The high-altitude ascents are not indicated for heart passengers, asthmatics and pregnant women.
  • This tour is operated in English, German, Italian. All 3 languages will be spoken during the tour.
  • During winter minimum of 12 people . There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • 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.
  • Please contact SAT Group at [email protected] for customized pick up
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Departure Point

Departure Point

Terminal Interbus Taormina, Via Luigi Pirandello, 98039 Taormina ME, Italy


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Duration & Voucher Info

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

10 hours

Cancellation Policy

User's Reviews

Noeleen A

11 Jun, 2023

Wonderful ! the day was fantastic from the pick up onwards. Giuseppe just wow! So knowledgeable and so informative about the history and information as well as added culture and insights. He and our fellow companions Tyler and Lyndsey just made such an amazing trip. We hiked the craters even though the weather and our fitness were not ideal. We shared food stories and laughter . We cannot thank Giuseppe enough for his generosity of time and wisdom. The company should be praised for such an amazing talent.

Marian_S

12 May, 2023

The train ride from randozza was very enjoyable. Fantastic scenery. Our guide was excellent. The opportunity to circumnavigate Mt Etna was terrific.

Greg_H

03 May, 2023

Enjoyed the train journey through a surprisingly barren landscape and up steep gradients. In hindsight, it would have been better to have spread the group into the second carriages. After the 4WD ride, my wife was pleased that we were not climbing up to the steep path to the rim of one of the craters but instead walked on the level to overlook the ancient caldera. Beforehand we read reviews mentioning a lack of time for toilet breaks and food; however, there was plenty of time for both on this trip.

goodguyjas

26 Apr, 2023

Very much enjoyed the full day tour to see Etna and the Gorge. We also did the small train around the side of Etna. It is a full on day and all credit to the driver for navigating a large coach around tiny roads I would not want to take a car on. The guide was very informative and very pleasant and really looked after us. There was a lot to manage and pack in so hats off to both for the organisation. After a few pickups we headed to the gorge. It is a nice pleasant garden to walk around as well as going down to a volcanic gorge with picturesque stone that has been carved out by volcanic activity and water. The waterfall was completely obscured behind trees and shrubs though but it was a pleasant area and the extra $10 was fare. After a stop to take a lovely photo of Etna with farm fields below we went to the train. The train for me is not that special. The seating is very cramped if you have others sitting near you and tall people will find it uncomfortable. The journey is ok and there some different views of Etna and the other side with picturesque valley. But i would be tempted to remove this and drive to the Etna area and get more time there. After a ride by coach from the train you get to Etna. There was issues with the cable car due to wind so we had to go up straight away as we might not get time up there. The ride up was ok and you get great views but cloud came in on one side. Once up a quick drive in heavy duty buses for a short walk around the volcanic fields of rock. It was very informative and explanations of how the volcano has changed with craters and additional eruptions adding more height to Etna was fascinating. There was no time to do the many walks up to the various craters. You need a dedicated day I think. All in all great trip but some elements reduce the time at Etna and weather plays a massive part in what you see.

Daniel_C

03 Apr, 2023

Good value for money, the vintage train going through the picturesque hills was one of the highlights and it was quite efficient. We had time to roam around on our own in Alcantara Gorges and Etna.

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Should have done the Mt Etna basic tour

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Disappointing

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Sicily Adventure una garanzia!!

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