Etna Sunset Tour

Overview

He lights of sunset on the highest active volcano in Europe, a free tasting of typical products of Etna, ancient craters and lava flows, an itinerary to discover lunar landscapes and lush forests, houses surrounded by lava, volcanic caves, during this spring/summer tour you will be accompained by our Naturalistic guide that will captivate you telling you about the mysterious volcanic phenomena.

Itinerary

1. Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna

   Our Naturalist Guides will accompany you during the tour and will illustrate in a clear and simple way the volcanological phenomena that gave rise to these very particular places. You will discover natural scenery of extraordinary beauty, including the lunar landscapes around the Silvestri Craters and the semi-desert area of the volcanic caldera “Valle del Bove” ( Valley of the Ox).

   · 1 h

2. Valle Del Bove

   During your visit to Etna you will come across a unique view and you can admire the immense expanse of the Valley of the Ox , an ancient volcanic caldera formed 10,000 years ago.

   · 1 h

3. Colata Lavica 1992

   Along the way you will be able to observe the lava flows dating back to different ages, real evidence of the intense volcanic activity of Etna that has gone through centuries of history such as volcanic bombs, craters and various lateral craters. With a walk between craters of old formation and those of more recent formation, you will cross the area affected by the lava flow generated by the 1991/93 eruption and you will reach the Sapienza Refuge at an altitude of 2000 meters.

   · 20 min

4. Oro d'Etna

   The first stop of the Etna tour is scheduled in the municipality of Zafferana Etnea. You will stop at a certified farm and you will be offered a tasting of typical products.

   · 30 min· Admission included

5. Mount Etna

   The Etna tour continues with the exploration of a spectacular lava cave. The guides will accompany you and you will be provided with the necessary equipment (helmet and torches) to be able to visit the volcanic cave in total safety.

   · 30 min· Admission included

Pickup

Pickup included.

Pasticceria Savia Via Etnea, 300/302/304, Via Umberto I, 2/4/6, 95131 Catania CT

How to use your ticket

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time https://goo.gl/maps/QHtDw5fo9AE1xt377

What to know before you go

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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Activity offered by Excursions Etna Catania via Viator.