Mt. Etna South Side Day Tour Standard Option
ID: GYG13016-13016
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Our day tour of Mt. Etna takes you to the top of the highest volcano in Europe. Though the volcano is active, you are safe to take a look at its four craters. We guarantee you will not find a similar volcano in Europe!
This is a 1-day excursion by bus from Taormina to Mount Etna. The highest volcano in Europe (10,922 feet high), its smoking peak can be seen throughout Sicily with seismic activity constantly changing its shape. There are 4 distinct craters at the summit area and more than 300 vents on the flanks, ranging in size from small holes to large craters.
You'll be picked up from Taormina at 08:30 AM from where you'll be driven to the Etna refuge. From here, you'll be able to trek around the the Silvestri’s Craters at 1.900 meters. You then have the option (at extra cost) to head to the top of the volcano by funicular and a 4x4-wheel drive.
Eruptions at the summit are extremely spectacular, but rarely threaten the inhabited areas around the volcano. An eruption in 1669 lasted 122 days and destroyed several towns. Since then, there have been countless summit eruptions and at least 60 flank eruptions, the last one in 2008.
At 04:00 PM, you'll be returned you to Taormina. It's a guarantee that you'll never experience a similar volcano in the whole of Europe.
Highlights
- A scenic tour of the tallest volcano in Europe, Mt. Etna
- The opportunity to trek the Silvestri's craters
- Optional ascent to the main crater area
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• It is recommended to wear warm clothes and closed shoes
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
All participants are required to bring and wear FFP2 masks. Blue surgical masks will not be accepted
Meet at the Taormina Terminal Bus at Via Pirandello. Please be at the meeting point at least 5 minutes before departure time.
Pick-up is available in the areas of Taormina, Giardini Naxos, Recanati and Letojanni. Please contact SAT Group office via mail at boking@satgroup.it or phone +39 942 24653 (office opening hours: 09:00 - 13:00 /15:00 - 19:00) to reconfirm the excursion at least the day before and to get more information about the closest pick up point.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
