Private tour of Etna and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting from Taormina
Description
During the private tour by comfortable air-conditioned car, you will visit Etna - the highest active volcano in Europe. This tour is private - only for your party, nobody else to ensure the highest standards for our clients. Your friendly private guide will pick you up at your accommodation, port or train station in Taormina, Giardini Naxos, Letojanni or nearby Area. You will get to know the history of volcano creation, about eruptions, culture, myths, and folklore of "Mamma Etna" and Sicily itself. Driving by private car through authentic mountain villages and visit some extinct craters. Then you will visit one of the best Etna wineries and have lunch of fresh local food with fine red and white Sicilian wines. We recommend wearing comfortable closed-toe shoes and bringing extra layers, such as something warm and a windbreaker or rain jacket, to be prepared for changing weather conditions.
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Itinerary
Your personal tour leader will pick you up at your accommodation/port in Taormina area, and you will start your wonderful private travel to the highest active volcano in Europe. Driving by comfortable, air-conditioned car through the small authentic mountain villages, you will admire unforgettable picturesque views of Sicilian countryside full of oranges and lemon plantations, olives and almond trees, houses and churches built of lava stone. Our first stop will be in Zafferana Etnea, small charming village on Etna slope, famous with its honey. You will visit a local honey store and taste the produce of the fertile volcano terrain - honey, olive oil, olives, wines and liquors. We recommend wearing comfortable closed-toe shoes and bringing extra layers, such as something warm and a windbreaker or rain jacket, to be prepared for changing weather conditions.
You will continue to ascend Etna reaching "Rifugio Sapienza" station at 2000 mt. Here you can visit famous Silvestri Craters, admire breathtaking panoramas, visit souvenir shops offering gifts of lava, refresh yourself in some bar or restaurant. Optional ascent by cable car and jeep with the authorized Alpine guide to 3000 mt. If the tour starts in Messina you will visit the Sartorius Craters. After visiting Mt.Etna, the guide will chauffeur you in relax to one of the best wineries on Etna slope. At the winery you will have will have a tour of the estate, see how the grape is growing, and visit the cellars, while the expert sommelier explains you all about the wine making process and the history of this family run winery. Then you will have traditional delicious and hearty lunch of locally produced cheeses, salami, prosciutto, fresh bread, olives and home-made olive oil and a traditional pasta dish. A professional sommelier will offer you 4 glasses of Sicilian Etna red and white wines.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Your private guide will pick you up at your accommodation, port or train station in Taormina, Giardini Naxos, Letojanni or nearby.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Bring comfortable shoes and a jacket
- We have private tours, only for your party, however at the beginning of the excursion we will give each guest a mask, protective gloves and hand sanitizer.
Reviews(253)
Great tour - Giuliano was an awesome guide. Very knowledgeable!
Giuliano did a fantastic job entertaining myself, my husband there are two college aged boys. Highly recommend him with five stars.
Massimo was a terrific guide. He is highly knowledgeable and informative. The day was enjoyable from the very start. The different stops really gave you a taste of the Sicilian culture. The wine tasting and lunch were fantastic. We had a wonderful day and would recommend this trip to anyone. Thank you Massimo!
Here’s a polished review that is warm, personal, and highlights what future travelers would want to know: Massimo was an outstanding guide and driver, and one of the highlights of our trip to Sicily. He took us on a deeply personal journey to Malvagna to explore our family roots before sharing the beauty and history of Mount Etna. His knowledge of Etna was impressive, and he selected the perfect winery for lunch and a tasting at Tenute Orestiadi, which was an unforgettable experience. His driving skills were exceptional, especially navigating the narrow roads leading to the cemetery in Malvagna with confidence and care. Massimo is a wonderful ambassador for Sicily—professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about sharing his island. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and highly recommend him!
This was an amazing trip! Especially because of our guide Massimo! He was communicative every step. He focused on what was important to us. He was a safe driver and courteous to us and others around him. Putting us at ease. During the trip he gave us so much information about all the wonderful sights we were seeing. His English was excellent and he was charming and fun to be with. The trip to Mt Etna was beautiful and all the information made it come alive. We really enjoyed the lunch at the winery and the wine and grounds were all wonderful. The whole experience was great. Massimo took it to the top level. Thank you so much and I hope you see this!
My visit to Mount Etna was an unforgettable experience and one of the highlights of my trip to Sicily. We spent around half a day exploring the volcano, and the atmosphere was incredible, with breathtaking views, rugged volcanic landscapes, and a real sense of adventure. Our guide, Corrando, was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the tour both interesting and enjoyable by sharing fascinating facts about Mount Etna's history and eruptions. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Sicily.
Tour was the perfect pace. Massimo is very knowledgeable and a great guide. Great wine and lunch at the winery.
Massimo was a fantastic guide very knowledgeable about Etna and the area, and the wine tasting venue was fantastic
If you’re looking for the absolute best way to experience Mount Etna, book a private tour with Maximo. It was, without question, one of the highlights of our entire trip to Sicily. From the moment he picked us up, Maximo made us feel like we were exploring Sicily with a close friend. His English was flawless, his knowledge of the island was incredible, and he thoughtfully personalized every part of the day around our interests. Every stop felt authentic, unhurried, and perfectly planned. The highlight of the day was our visit to Azienda Agricola “La Vite” – F.lli Lizzio (Antichi Vini di Sicilia). Tucked away on the slopes of Mount Etna, it was one of the most enchanting vineyards we’ve ever visited. The panoramic views of the vineyards and volcano were absolutely breathtaking, the wines were exceptional, and the meal was one of the most delicious we enjoyed anywhere in Sicily. The warm hospitality from the Lizzio family made the experience feel incredibly special and unforgettable. (Città del Vino) This wasn’t just a tour—it was a perfectly curated Sicilian experience. Maximo’s attention to detail, genuine kindness, and passion for sharing his homeland created memories we’ll cherish forever. If you want to experience the real Sicily, beyond the typical tourist attractions, this is the tour to book. It was a perfect day from beginning to end, and we cannot recommend Maximo highly enough. Five stars simply aren’t enough!
If you’re looking for the absolute best way to experience Mount Etna, book a private tour with Maximo. It was, without question, one of the highlights of our entire trip to Sicily. From the moment he picked us up, Maximo made us feel like we were exploring Sicily with a close friend. His English was flawless, his knowledge of the island was incredible, and he thoughtfully personalized every part of the day around our interests. Every stop felt authentic, unhurried, and perfectly planned. The highlight of the day was our visit to Azienda Agricola “La Vite” – F.lli Lizzio (Antichi Vini di Sicilia). Tucked away on the slopes of Mount Etna, it was one of the most enchanting vineyards we’ve ever visited. The panoramic views of the vineyards and volcano were absolutely breathtaking, the wines were exceptional, and the meal was one of the most delicious we enjoyed anywhere in Sicily. The warm hospitality from the Lizzio family made the experience feel incredibly special and unforgettable. (Città del Vino) This wasn’t just a tour—it was a perfectly curated Sicilian experience. Maximo’s attention to detail, genuine kindness, and passion for sharing his homeland created memories we’ll cherish forever. If you want to experience the real Sicily, beyond the typical tourist attractions, this is the tour to book. It was a perfect day from beginning to end, and we cannot recommend Maximo highly enough. Five stars simply aren’t enough!
