Top Activities on the Ground in Catania

Live the unique experience of conquering the summit of the highest active volcano in Europe accompanied by volcanological guides with proven experience and capable of transmitting the passion for these exceptional activities in the midst of nature.

Mount Etna is widely considered among Sicily’s top natural attractions, but its remote location and rugged terrain make exploring a challenge. On this tour, tackle the terrain by powerful 4x4 Jeep—with round-trip transport from Catania and Taormina hotels included. With your guide at the wheel, traverse old lava fields and dense forest, and stop along the way to admire the views and explore Mount Etna up-close on foot.

The mighty peak of Mount Etna is one of the highlights of a visit to Sicily and a mountain bike tour is a fun way to soak up the scenery. On this half-day cycling adventure from Catania, choose from two equally thrilling routes—a high altitude trail with spectacular views or a scenic forest loop that passes dramatic old lava flows.

Pick up from your accomodation at 9.00 am with guide's private car. We will arrive at 2000m above sea level. We'll have a easy walking through ancient craters, lava cave, amazing volcanic landscapes with explanations from the guide. During the morning visit you'll discovering and feel the amazing Etna's volcanic dynamics, surrounded by a lunar landscape. We will move in Bronte town to have a lunch with tipical sicilian dishes and pistachio products. After lunch the visit continues in a pistachio farm, to see and know how and where this incredible plants grow! Drop-off to your accommodation around 16.30pm. Tour for a minimum of 2 people.

Mt. Etna is the most striking sight in eastern Sicily, but visiting Europe’s largest active volcano on your own is challenging. With this tour, leave puzzling out the logistics to the experts and explore the volcanic peak via off-road vehicle. Cross lava fields and old-growth forests, stop to take in the views, and learn about the history of the volcano and its native flora and fauna from your guide.

On this fantastic private day tour we will discover one of the most vibrant cities of southern Italy, Catania, where you can admire its imposing Cathedral, a symbol of devotion to its patron Saint Agatha, and Piazza del Duomo where stands "U 'Liotru", the statue of an elephant in lava stone and symbol of the city. Then we will visit Mount Etna and the extinct craters at an approximate height of 2000 meters. you will admire unique lava formations and our naturalistic guide will introduce you to the fascinating world of volcanic phenomena. We will also explore a volcanic cave together, we will provide you with helmets and torches.

Know the Etna Volcano with an expert in Nature Sciences who will explain everything that surrounds you, a nice guide who will be able to involve you in the discovery of his second home!

The volcanological guides of Ashàra will guide your steps, giving unforgettable moments and sensations. The excursion begins at our info Point Ashàra website price the Piazzale Rifugio Sapienza. After a short briefing and after providing all the necessary equipment, our adventure will begin. With the cable car we will quickly climb to an altitude of 2500m, and from here we will begin our trek between ancient and recent lava flows, up to an altitude of 3000m, from where we will admire the peculiarities of the summit air. Highlights of the tour include: The ancient crater of Montagnola, Piano del Lago, Cisternazza, Craters of 2002 and the summit area. Descent again on foot up to 2500mt which will bring us back to the starting point.

Passing through the characteristic Etna villages, you will observe various vineyards and orchards and going up in altitude, you will discover a lot about the villages, the population and their culture. Along the way our guide will explain the story of the birth of the largest active volcano in Europe, Etna. You will explore a typical lava flow cave formed during an eruption, equipped like speleologists with helmet and torch.

a unique tour for trekking lovers who want to discover some of the most hidden and naturalistic places of the most active volcano in Europe.

Trekking on one of the slopes of Mount Etna, among ancient flows, lunar landscapes and lush woods, houses surrounded by lava, breathtaking views, lava caves to be explored in total safety and tasting of typical local products. Lunch at a mountain hut to follow visit to the beautiful Alcantara Gorges, formed thousands of years ago thanks to a lava flow that invaded the bed of the Alcantara river.

An excursion created for those who love nature and good food. We will take you to visit the most beautiful places of our volcano, passing from lava flows and extinct craters to breathtaking views on vine terraces admiring the diversity of natural beauty. Exploration of a typical lava flow cave with helmet and torch. Guided tour in a typical Etna winery. We will visit one of the best wineries located on the Etna side. After a visit to the cellar we will have the opportunity to taste some native wines paired with typical local products.

Our tours are real cycling trips. You will have the opportunity to explore the wonderful Sicilian territory in a privileged way, precisely by bike. Mountain bike tours will give you the opportunity to explore and cross unique landscapes, with breathtaking views, in a wild and unspoiled nature. Our tours have: high naturalistic interest, semi-deserted tracks surrounded by nature with amusing single tracks, comfortable arrival / departure facilities, crossing of small villages to discover and experience the real Sicily, to make your trip more interesting. In addition, upon request, a reflexology treatment or an anti-fatigue sports massage that will get you back on track after the fatigues of the day. All our tours are made with the "All Inclusive" formula. You only have to book a flight to Sicily, we will take care of everything else, from the moment you land at the airport to your departure.

Passing through the characteristic Etna villages, you will observe various vineyards and orchards and going up in altitude, you will discover a lot about the villages, the population and their culture. Along the way our guide will explain the story of the birth of the largest active volcano in Europe.

⭐ Panoramafahrt im Cabrio um den Ätna ⭐ Tagesausflug mit Reiseleitung für 2 - 3 Personen ⭐ Der Ätna ist einer der höchsten Vulkane Europas. Der Vulkan hat nicht nur die sizilianische Geschichte geprägt, sowie die Landschaft geformt, sondern beeinflusst die Insel bis heute. Das einmalige Naturerlebnis fasziniert mit fantastischen Obstgärten, Weingütern, Olivenplantagen, oder beeindruckenden Lavaströmen. Genießen Sie die Panoramafahrt, mit einem Blick bis nach Taormina und Kalabrien aus der Perspektive unseres Cabrios. Stop an den schönsten panoramischen Stellen, kleine Spaziergänge, sowie zum Abschluss ein Picknick mit lokalen Produkten und Verkostung von reinem biologischen Olivenöl in St. Alfio, an der Nordseite des Ätnas.

With this option you can personalize your tour just how you like it. The landscape, characterize by native plants, lava flows and the huge Valle del Bove creates a unique and extraordinary experience. Hiking trails, elevation, panoramic views and areas to visit will be decided in accordance with the tour guide. All our tour guides and drivers are certificated according to the Italian law. Due to COVID-19 pandemic we follow all guidelines from WHO and Italian Government to guarantee your safety. • Pickup and Transfer service, departing at 8:30 (flexible time) • Guided tour in accordance with your wishes • Arrival time around 14:30 (flexible time)

Pick-up at your accommodation and move to the Sapienza refuge (1900 m) to begin a soft trekking suitable for everyone on the summit craters of Etna, an area that represents the area of ​​volcanic activities. This excursion will take you to the top (3,000 meters), at the base of the main active craters, in a majestic volcanic desert where silence fills the space around you. Along the way we will cross various lava flows, among which the 1991-93 eruption stands out.

The tour starts with a naturalistic walk on the north slope of Mount Etna. From the location of Monte Conca, at about 1800 meters, we will walk across one of the highest pine forests in Europe. During the winter snowy season this excursion will take place with snowshoes. At lunch time we will reach one of the villages on the “wine route”, where we will visit a winery for a light lunch and wine tasting ( white and red Etna DOC wines). Distance: 4 Km Trekking duration: 2/3 h Difficulty level: easy, for photography lovers

• Catania pick-up and drop-off your accomodation PRIVATE CAR WITH GUIDE •  Visit Acitrezza • Stroll past ancient lava flows • Reach the Rifugio Sapienza or Rifugio Citelli • Trekking around the Silvestri Craters or Sartorius Craters • Explore a lava flow cave with helmets and lamps • See the Valle del Bove  • Lunch Typical Sicilian flavors LASTS ABOUT 8 HOURS

Discovering the area by wearing the geologist's gaze. You will discover the pleasure and the suggestion of geological exploration.

In the first part of this tour, you will visit some of the flank craters, which are dormant , at 2000 m. The landscape is amazing, surrounded by craters, lava flows, volcanic ash and lots of different plants, most of them are native to the area. In the second part, you will visit Taormina, one of the most beautiful village in Italy. Once you get there, you will spend three hours on your own , visiting lots of different attractions such as the Greek Theatre, the public Botanic Garden, Isola Bella, churches and local shops. All our tour guides and drivers are certificated according to the Italian law. Due to COVID-19 pandemic we follow all guidelines from WHO and Italian Government to guarantee your safety. • Pickup and Transfer service, departing from Catania at 8:30 • Guided tour from 1900m to 2000m • Visit Taormina (no tour guide is scheduled for this step) • Arrival time in Catania around 17:30

These are two very suggestive medieval villages: this private tour allows you to recall many scenes from the trilogy of the masterpiece by Francis Ford Coppola, between enchanting panoramas. Between squares and sacred places, you will feel transported in an extraordinary setting.

Excursion for those who want to discover in one day the main tourist attractions of our island, Idda (so we call our volcano) and the splendid Taormina.

A tour to discover the places of Montalbano: the charm of a province, rich in resources and beauties, of the splendid new and ancient Ragusa and of nearby Modica.