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Top 10 day trips things to do in Catania

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  1. Tour Etna & Wine Tasting, Catania1

    1. Tour Etna & Wine Tasting

    4.9· 347 reviews· 8 hours

    This tour is unique for this reason: 1:This is certainly an excursion full of adventure, relaxation, and enjoyment! 2: Etna winemakers know how to use the volcanic soil and local grapes varieties to create a wine that is incredibly unique! 3: The best way to enjoy a unique experience on the highest active volcano in Europe. 4: I love my land and I love to show the amazing and unique beauty, for sure I will do my best to let you enjoy a fabulous tour.

  2. Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Catania, Catania2

    2. Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Catania

    4.9· 324 reviews· 8 hours

    See a different side of Sicily with this tour of Mt. Etna that departs from Catania. Enjoy breathtaking views and taste the wines of one of the best wineries of the area, all while on the highest active volcano of Europe. This excursion journeys to old craters and lava flow caves, and is perfect for adventurous travelers.

  3. Mt. Etna Sunset Experience - Breathtaking Adventure from Catania, Catania3

    3. Mt. Etna Sunset Experience - Breathtaking Adventure from Catania

    4.8· 508 reviews· 5 hours

    See a different side of Sicily with this 5-hour guided tour of Mt. Etna. This is an excursion to old craters and lava flow caves, perfect for the adventurous kind. Enjoy breathtaking views of the volcano at sunset and taste typical local products, all the while on the highest active volcano of Europe.

  1. Mt. Etna and Alcantara river full day tour from Taormina, Catania4

    4. Mt. Etna and Alcantara river full day tour from Taormina

    4.8· 120 reviews· 9 hours

    This full-day tour allows you to go from a morning visit to Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, to the beautiful and surprising valley of Alcantara river in the afternoon. In the first part of the excursion, you will submerge in nature and visit old craters and lava flow caves, enjoy breathtaking views, and taste typical local products. In the afternoon, before seeing the famous basaltic canyon named Gorges, you will walk next the river Alcantara through a lush vegetation until to visit the Gurne, little lakes created by the same river.

  2. Etna Tour in 4x4, Catania5

    5. Etna Tour in 4x4

    4.8· 604 reviews· 5 hours

    This excursion includes an itinerary in stages to let you know and appreciate places of particular natural value within the reserve of the Etna Park up to an altitude of about 2000 meters. Thanks to the experience of our staff, aboard 4x4 vehicles you will live an interesting and fun experience at the same time. Starting from the lava flows that threatened entire villages, you will visit the extinct craters and the lookout of the majestic Valle del Bove. You will visit a lava flow cave (lava tube) equipped with a helmet and speleologist lights. The tour will end with a tasting of Sicilian specialties. IMPORTANT NOTES: our meeting point in Trecastagni a MontataGrande accessible by car. It is possible to request pick-up from Catania or other countries. SHUTTLE SERVICE - SERVICE COSTS Up to 4 pax : 80€ in total, to be shared among participants. From 5 to 8 pax : 20€ per person. Contact the secretary.

  3. Etna Small-Group Tour from Catania with Lunch & Cable-Car 3000 mt, Catania6

    6. Etna Small-Group Tour from Catania with Lunch & Cable-Car 3000 mt

    4.8· 88 reviews

    Starting from Catania, one our guide will lead you along a beautiful naturalistic path, while explaining the origins of our Volcano. At 2000 mt you will catch cable car to reach 2500 mt and then on a 4x4 vehicle you will go up 2950 mt. Alpine guides will show you the beautiful landscape of the base of the summit craters seeing at 1 km of distance the main crater. Please note that the cost of the cable car and 4x4 ticket is not included in the tour price,you will pay them to the guide directly on the day of the tour (70€). * In winter time, in case the trails are covered by a thick layer of snow (usually from January to March), part of the excursion will take place using snowshoes and sticks. It could be possible that you will go on the snow cat vehicle with an extra cost of 30 euro per person. Then, join with us the visit of a cave of volcanic origins with all the equipment provided by us. At lunchtime enjoy a lunch made of Sicilian typical street food, water, and local wine.

  4. Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania, Catania7

    7. Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania

    4.8· 1251 reviews· 9 hours

    Discover two of Eastern Sicily’s most iconic destinations on a full-day Etna & Taormina tour designed for the whole family. Travel from the dramatic volcanic landscapes of Mount Etna to the timeless beauty of Taormina, combining nature, culture and breathtaking views in one unforgettable experience. Accompanied by expert guides, you will explore the Etna Park, admire surreal lava fields and extinct craters, and learn about the powerful forces that shaped this unique land. From Rifugio Sapienza, choose between a walk with a local passionate guide or the high-altitude option with cable car and 4x4 bus. Visit a lava cave and enjoy a tasting of local honey, olive oil and traditional products. The journey continues to Taormina, with stunning views of Isola Bella aboard our van, before enjoying free time to explore its charming streets, historic monuments, and elegant shops at your own pace.

  5. Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto walking tour from Catania, Catania8

    8. Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto walking tour from Catania

    4.8· 300 reviews· 8 hours

    This cultural excursion will allow you to visit classical monuments of Greek and Roman Syracuse in the archaeological park of Neapolis. From the archaeological park, the tour moves on to visit the Ortygia Island, the heart of Syracuse. In the afternoon, you will be visit the town of Noto, considered a true "open air museum."

  6. Etna and Alcantara Gorges Excursion with lunch, Catania9

    9. Etna and Alcantara Gorges Excursion with lunch

    4.8· 271 reviews

    Discover Etna and the Alcantara Gorges! The perfect mix of adventure and refreshing relax! The excursion begins by SUV or minivan (up to 8 people), together with our experienced guides. Our first stop is an off-road trip to the 2002 eruption lava fron. Continuing along the Via Mareneve, in the middle of the Ragabo pine forest, we will arrive at the starting point of our trekking to the Monti Sartorius craters. We will continue on foot, starting at 1650 metres and arriving at an altitude of 1750 metres, an easy walk suitable for everyone. We will then explore a lava flow cave, the Grotta dei Ladroni, equipped with helmets and torches. We will stop at a local chalet or restaurant for lunch (included in the price: a first course, water and coffee/tea). After lunch, we will reach the characteristic Alcantara Gorges, also known as the Larderia Gorges. A refreshing and relaxing visit to a wonderful place. You can cool off in the Alcantara river in the middle of the canyon of the Gorges!

  7. Catania Shore Excursion: Catania to Taormina and Castelmola, Catania10

    10. Catania Shore Excursion: Catania to Taormina and Castelmola

    4.8· 24 reviews· 6 hours

    This small-group tour from Catania to Taormina allows you to visit its famous sites like the Greek theater, the Cathedral and a view on Mount Etna and bay of Giardini Naxos. Visit is on your own. Guide will give information on the vehicle and then free time for the visit. Continue with a transfer to the town of Castelmola and head back to Catania to the starting point.

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