We loved our day visiting Mount Etna and Taormina and so much appreciated our excellent guide, Peter. We were picked up directly at our B&B in a very comfortable van and safely guided to both sites. We debated driving ourselves to both locations, but so glad we did not as the roads can get tricky to navigate and traffic was heavy coming back. Peter was great fun to talk to, and we learned much about the area in our day with him. He was very accommodating to our schedule letting us determine how much time we wanted to spend at the sites. We had a fun stop leaving Mt Etna at a local shop where we could taste local products. He gave us excellent advice on things to see while in Taormina. It was a great, relaxing way of seeing two sites that are so worth seeing!
Mount Etna and Taormina day tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Price from
- $114 / person
- Location
- Catania, Italy
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 44 reviews
- Languages
- EN, IT, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 8
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Sicily Grand Tour
Description
Enjoy two Sicilians must-see places in one day. Jump on the highest active volcano in Europe,explore a lava tube with hard hats and flashlights,take a walk in the Silvestri's crater and taste typical local products such as olive,olive oil,honey,wines and liquors. Have a break at volcano's foothill to taste Sicilian pizza (not included). Spend the afternoon in a free walking tour of Taormina,the pearl of the Mediterranean sea. Visit the Greek theater (tickets not included),the cathedral,the botanical garden and more.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 23
- Adult (ages 15+)
- $114
- Youth (ages 5–14)
- $51
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $160.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 23 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Mount Etna
Visit the highist active volcano of Europe
Taormina
Visit the pearl of Mediterranean sea
What's included
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Round-trip shared transfer
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not included
Food and drinks, unless specified
Lunch
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
ick up is in Catania territory, at your hotel, unless the location is on a pedestrian or a street market area, in which case a convenient meeting point will be arranged. Pick up outside Catania is on demand, subject to availability and to an extra cost at taxi/uber fare. Please indicate your full telephone number including international code. Please indicate the name of the hotel/b&b AND the full address. You will hear from us the day before the tour, a reply will be highly appreciated.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
44 reviews
How it compares in Catania
- No. 40 by number of reviews among 286 tours in Catania
- Starting price $114 is 47% below the typical $216 for tours of similar length in Catania
Excurgo comparison of 286 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Please,wear comfortable shoes and have a wind jacket with you
- hat and sun protection are highly recommended specilly during summer
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Mount Etna and Taormina day tour take?
Mount Etna and Taormina day tour lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Mount Etna and Taormina day tour cost?
Prices start at $114 per person for this Catania experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $160. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Mount Etna and Taormina day tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
Does Mount Etna and Taormina day tour sell out?
It can: 23 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Mount Etna and Taormina day tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. ick up is in Catania territory, at your hotel, unless the location is on a pedestrian or a street market area, in which case a convenient meeting point will be arranged. Pick up outside Catania is on demand, subject to availability and to an extra cost at taxi/uber fare. Please indicate your full telephone number including international code. Please indicate the name of the hotel/b&b AND the full address. You will hear from us the day before the tour, a reply will be highly appreciated. Pickup points include La Collegiata.
What languages is Mount Etna and Taormina day tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Mount Etna and Taormina day tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 44 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Sicily Grand Tour.
Reviews(44)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
D
Take this trip - highly recommend!
A
Trip worth to take!
Peter was an excellent driver and he shared really interesting and useful information about Etna and Taormina and sights around them.
1 people found this helpful
5
Life changing ❤️🌋
Amazing! Peter was amazing and very knowledgeable! 10/10 would recommend . This was a life changing experience ❤️🌋
A
Whole day fun
Well organized and carried-out tout. Isabella was very professional and hospitable. There was some room for choices within thr day.
9
Excellent way to visit two amazing places in one day!
Excellent experience! Mt. Etna was active during my visit so the tour changed slightly - and I think it was for the best! Carmelo picked me up at my hotel (in a lovely Mercedes van) and got me safely to the mountain where I was able to join a quad tour group! Visiting the lava tubes was not an option, but the ATV tour was amazing! Then, Carmelo drove me to Taormina where I was able to walk the streets and visit the sights to my heart's desire. You have a lot of freedom on this tour, which I prefer. Very professional, very informative. I highly recommend!
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Z
Great tour!
Carmello was a great driver. Took us to extra viewpoints along the way. Enjoyed our day with Carmello.
K
Etna and Taormina.
We thought we were just touring Etna because it was included on the journey to Taormina. Wow, were we wrong!! Etna quickly became our FAVORITE part of the day, mostly due to Gianmarco's natural ability to share his knowledge and fascination about Etna. What a fabulous tour!
L
Sicily Experience
It was a great tour. Mount Etna was a fantastic experience! The cable car ride was a bit expensive though, but seen the snow on top of the volcano was very cool. Taormina has beautiful views and nice shops restaurants and Roman amphitheater a highlight. Our guide was excellent.
R
Carmelo the fantastic guide
Carmelo was our fantastic tour guide. Carmel went above and beyond to give our family a memorial, bespoke day of adventures. It's clearly evident that our tour guide loves people, provides detailed information about the towns and monuments and finds joy bringing happiness to customers.
M
Great Tour and Guide
Alessio was a great guide and very entertaining. We had a great time chatting with him and exploring Etna and Taormina. The tour was perfectly timed and we never felt rushed and had plenty of time to explore. Great value for the money.
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