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Etna & Alcantara Tour Experience

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A tour day dedicated to water and fire, from the Gorges of Alcantara river to the highest active volcano in Europe. Visit the Alcantara Fluvial Park a wonderful nature reserve between Catania and Taormina, a unique place with its Alcantara. After this visit we move towards Mount Etna and visit ancient craters and lava flows, volcanic caves to explore in complete safety.

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  • Use of helmet, flashlight and head cap
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points in Catania
  • Professional Naturalistic Guide
  • Food and drinks
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Pasticceria Savia Via Etnea, 300/302/304, Via Umberto I, 2/4/6, 95131 Catania CThttps://goo.gl/maps/QHtDw5fo9AE1xt377

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Gole Alcantara Botanical and Geological Park

The guided trekking crosses the River Park, a place of great naturalistic interest. During this pleasant walk among the lush vegetation, you will enjoy a visit from the top of the Alcantara river and from the various viewpoints located along the paths you can see views of extraordinary beauty. A unique spectacle will reveal itself in front of your eyes: dizzying rocky gorges up to 25 meters high divided in two by the icy Alcantara river, the Alcantara gorges represent an authentic masterpiece of nature. With the excursion to the Alcantara Gorges you can admire the amazing beauty of these deep gorges of volcanic origin. Their cliffs overlooking the river sprinkled with basaltic prisms, the bizarre symmetrical rock formations, which were formed as a result of the cooling of the incandescent lava in contact with the icy water and their majestic columnar basalts of millenary origin make up an enchanting natural canyon of extraordinary impact.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna

The Etna tour includes a visit to the Silvestri Craters, located near the Sapienza Refuge where you can admire the lunar landscapes that characterize the area of ​​the craters dating back to the 1892 eruption. 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.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Oro d'Etna

The last stop of the Etna tour is scheduled in the town of Zafferana Etnea. You will stop at a certified farm and you will be offered a tasting of typical products Honey, oliv oil, testing 3 Wine, Nerello Mascalese etna wine
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Etna & Alcantara Tour Experience?

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). 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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  • 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.
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  • Use of helmet, flashlight and head cap.
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points in Catania.
  • Professional Naturalistic Guide.
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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