Private Etna Experience with Volcanologist Guide

The volcano, privately, with a scientist as your guide.

8 hours 1-6 4.9 (3 reviews)

Trip Info

Duration8 hours
Group size1-6
Minimum age6+
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
DifficultyModerate
Hotel pickupIncluded
Tour typeJeep 4x4
GuideLicensed local guide
Free cancellationUp to 24 hours before
Best seasonSpring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
ConfirmationWithin a few hours
Maximum altitude2,000 m

Overview

Explore Mount Etna privately in a 4×4 with a volcanologist guide. The route depends on the activity of the volcano and on your wishes: craters, lava caves, the Valle del Bove and a lunch with wine tasting in a family winery.

Why go?

The best way to see Etna in depth, with total flexibility.

  • Private 4x4 and volcanologist guide
  • Lava cave exploration
  • Winery lunch with tasting
  • Price per group, up to 6 people

Before you go

Meeting point
Pickup at your hotel in Catania, Taormina or Syracuse.
Pickup
Your hotel, Catania airport
Departure times
Flexible
Languages
English, Italian
Minimum age
6+
Season
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

Tour Plan

01Craters

Walk on recent craters.

Volcano

02Lava cave

Underground lava tube.

Caves

03Winery lunch

Local food and Etna wines.

Food & Wine

What’s included

Included

  • Private 4x4 with driver
  • Volcanologist guide
  • Lunch with wine tasting
  • Helmets and torches

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Anything not listed as included

Optional extras

  • €0

Good to know

What to bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Sun hat and sunscreen
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Camera or phone

Good to know

  • Tours run with a minimum of 2 participants
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Tell us about allergies or mobility needs when you book

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of the tour.

Places you will see

Where we go

Frequently asked questions

How do I book this tour?

Choose a date and the number of travellers, then send your request. We confirm availability by email within a few hours: you pay nothing online.

Can I cancel?

Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before departure and you pay nothing. Later cancellations are charged in full.

What if the weather is bad?

If weather makes the tour unsafe we propose a new date or cancel at no cost.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Most of our tours welcome families. Check the minimum age and the difficulty level in the tour details.

Reviews

4.9 based on 3 reviews
Guide 5.0
Places 5.0
Service 4.7
Organization 5.0
Transport 4.7
Value for money 5.0
  1. Lukas Weber

    Very well organised from the first email to the end of the tour. Pickup on time, comfortable van and a guide who really loves Sicily.

  2. Sophie Martin

    Beautiful places and a relaxed pace. We asked for a stop that was not on the program and the guide was happy to add it.

  3. James O’Connor

    Excellent value for money. The tastings were generous and the stories even better. Highly recommended.

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