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Catania - Etna private tour (audio guides available)

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Car or minivan, equipped with air conditioning, professional driver, detailed (audio) explanation in various languages during the uphill journey, photo stop before arrival at the destination. Short, unique and unforgettable experience!

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Audio guide Etna
  • Bottled water
  • Gratuities
  • Cable car €54 per person if you reach 2500 meters high
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95131 Catania
Metropolitan city of Catania, Italy

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Piazza Stesicoro

We will go up from Catania towards Etna passing through the Etna villages: Gravina di Catania, Mascalucia and crossing Nicolosi. You will continue in the direction of the Sapienza Refuge along the provincial road 92 which connects Nicolosi to the Refuge.During the journey, an audio guide in various languages is available to the vehicle (if the participants are of different nationalities, the audio guide available will only be in ENGLISH), and you can admire a breathtaking scenery that varies from the contrasting colors of the volcano , its wild nature and its lava flows that have destroyed houses and many hectares of land.Stop along the way for a beautiful panoramic photo of the so-called "Fire Giant".
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna

Arrival at the Sapienza refuge about 1900 meters high, with a stop for a free tasting of typical Etna products such as honey, rosoli, "Fuoco dell'Etna" and other typical products.Free visit of the Silvestri Craters.The time available when you arrive at the Refuge is about 2 hours, where in addition to the free tasting of typical products and the free visit of the Silvestri craters, you can have the opportunity to take the cable car to get to about 2500/3000 meters in height.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Catania – Etna private tour (audio guides available)?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Audio guide Etna
  • Bottled water
  • Gratuities
  • Cable car €54 per person if you reach 2500 meters high
  • Silvestri Craters Ticket ( €5 per person )

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  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operated by a business

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