Etna Hiking 2500 Tour
TOUR ITINERARY
During the day tour we will visit Mt. Etna from its southern side and we will take the cable car, Funivia dell’Etna, to reach 2500 meters and then start the tour hiking along the trail to the viewpoint.
From here, you can admire the breathtaking landscape of the Valley of the Ox (Valle del Bove).
In the further part of the trail, the terrain becomes tougher. During the trip, we will encounter view points from which we will enjoy amazing landscape of the Ionian Coast, from Taormina to Catania. We will see different forms of solid lava and get to know about endemic vegetation of Etna.
You will have the opportunity to taste local honey, flavored olive oil, local wine and other Sicilian delicacies with a free tasting.
Price – € 120,00 per person
AVAILABLE APRIL TO DECEMBER
The cable car ticket of € 50,00 per person is included.
A deposit of € 15,00 per person will be paid to the confirmation of your reservation.
Info:
- Difficulty: medium
- Height difference: +/-250m Hiking of 5 km +/-
- Duration: 6 h
- Altitude max: 2650 msl
What’s included:
- Licensed Naturalistic Guide
- Insurance included
- Pick up/Drop off included from Catania at 8.15 am (flexible time on request)
- 4WD off road vehicle or SUV car
- Hiking poles
- Helmet and head torch.
What you need:
- Hiking shoes or mountain boots and high socks
- Windproof jacket
- Sunscreen and sun hat
- Snacks and water
- Clothes FAQ.
Note: this tour is suitable for people used to walking and in good health. Not adapted for small kids.
The experience is flexible, can be tailored to suit your needs, including the extras.
Cancellations with less than 48 houres will result in the loss of the deposit.
Extra services:
- Pick up from outside of Catania and other destinations is possible for an additional fee
- Boots rental service upon request (write me first for details).
If you need info about clothes and more click here or check our FAQ
“I aim on your experience making it both as personal and enjoyable as possible.”
Mount Etna Tours and Excursions
Discover the most active volcano in Europe with a daily excursions on Mount Etna.
Choose between a Mount Etna Jeep Tour or an Easy Hike on the lateral craters and a lava cave visit or the exciting excursions with the Mount Etna cable car to explore the summit area.
Enjoy a unique and unforgettable experience with Etna Tours. You can also experience an Etna tour combined with a wine tasting or a visit of the enchanting town of Taormina.
