Etna excursion / half - or full day
Overview
Etna is one of the highest volcanoes in Europe and one of the most active in the whole world. The volcano has shaped Sicilian history, shaped the landscape and still influences the island with its "moods". Mount Etna has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2013. Together with your German tour guide, climb the highest active volcano in Europe with an unforgettable tour of Mount Etna. Explore the summit area and marvel at the active craters on site at the Rifugio Sapienza. You are also welcome to take the cable car up to 3000 m (+ Euro 65.00 per person). After tasting local honey and liqueurs, visit a lava grotto or the viewpoint in the impressive Valle del bove, where all lava flows unite.
Ascent by car or bus possible up to 2000 m, where a fascinating volcano & lunar landscape with craters, as well as a breathtaking panorama awaits you.
What's Included
- Ascent up to 2000 m including a walk or a short hike
- Including tour guide, transport, minibus on request, or convertible, tasting liqueur, wine and honey
- Exclusive: Optional ascent with the cable car Euro 65.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
We are happy to arrange an individual meeting point for each guest
95030 Nicolosi
Metropolitan city of Catania, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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Mount Etna
5 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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- 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).
- Ascent up to 2000 m including a walk or a short hike.
- including tour guide, transport, minibus on request, or convertible, tasting liqueur, wine and honey.
- Exclusive: Optional ascent with the cable car Euro 65.00 per person.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Etna excursion / half - or full day is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Etna excursion / half – or full day will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Ascent up to 2000 m including a walk or a short hike
- Including tour guide, transport, minibus on request, or convertible, tasting liqueur, wine and honey
- Exclusive: Optional ascent with the cable car Euro 65.00 per person
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Operated by a business
