Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania
Overview
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9 hours
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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.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
What To Expect
Etna Tribe
excursion made by etna tribe
Mount Etna
trekking through a natural path of parco dell'Etna
Options
Tour in French
Tour with local French speaking guide Pickup included
Tour in Italian
Tour with local Italian speaking guide Pickup included
Tour in Spanish
Tour with local Spanish speaking guide Pickup included
Tour in English
Tour with local English speaking guide Pickup included
Tour in German
Tour with local German speaking guide Pickup included
Shared Small Group
1 participant can join a group Pickup included
What‘s Included
INFANT price - Baby seat and baby carrier included
The kit for visiting the Cave
Tasting (oil, honey)
Multilingual guide
Trekking shoes (on request)
Shuttle bus (return) - from Catania downtown
Authorized tourist guide in Taormina (on request)
All that is not specified under “the cost includes"
OPTIONAL - Extra activities available on Etna, as Cablecar, quad and bike as an alternative to trek
Optional extras are managed by third parties. Availability/service are outside our direct control
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,278 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Etna trip. Great ATV experience
Anna S,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent guide, Interesting facts about area, great company. Comfortable transportation. Thank you!
Wonderful Tour!
BellyChic,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had such a great time on this tour with our guide, Salvo R. He was incredibly friendly, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable. He shared fascinating information throughout the journey, and even from my seat in the back, I could see him smiling while he spoke. It's clear that he genuinely loves what he does and truly wants his guests to have a memorable experience. As for Mt. Etna, it was absolutely breathtaking. There was something special about being there and experiencing the energy of the volcano firsthand. Taormina was lovely as well, although quite touristy, so the two hours there felt like the perfect amount of time for me. I would definitely recommend this tour, and if you're lucky enough to have Salvo R. as your guide, you're in for a great experience!
Tetiana
A220GK,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was amazing 🤩 Special thanks to our guide Simone. He was great. He knew his stuff and was able to present information in an interesting way. We had fun time with him.
A first class way to see Mt.Etna!
Farfar49,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An excellent full day tour, with a marvellous english speaking guide Claudio, who looked after our group in a very kind manner, and made the whole trip very memorable especially with his comprehensive knowledge of Mt.Etna. With unpredictable stormy weather around we reached the crater rims to best advantage and photographic opportunities. Our day rounded off well with the 2 hours in Taormina. Well done Etna Tribe and Grazie mille to Claudio.
An Unforgettable Sicilian Adventure
LALawman1997,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic day exploring Catania, Mt. Etna, and the beautiful city of Taormina. We booked our guided day-trip with Etna Tribe—our guide, Simone Biuso, was knowledgeable, friendly, and enthusiastic, making the experience both enjoyable and memorable. Highly recommend!
Excellent tour
AthanasiosK77,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good experience! Highly recommended!
Alessio was tremendous!
Elisa S,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Spectacular 9-hour trip with just 6 others in our group. We hiked Etna, visited the Grotta dei Tre Livelli wearing helmets (thank goodness!) and carrying lamps, stopped at MYETNA for tastings of olive oils, pistachio Nutella, honeys, and liquors made of prickly pear, lemon, etc. as well as white and red wines. We had 2 hours of free time in Taormina for lunch and riding the Funivia. Alessio was a terrific guide through it all. 100% recommend!
The excursion was enchanting. The guide provided a wealth of information and demonstrated great professionalism.
maessenian,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful trip, very well organized and handled by our guide
We Felt Safe
James F,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide went out of her way to accommodate us and take care of special needs and keep us safe. Unfortunately she was losing her voice and she was a bit uncertain about her English (it was fine).
Full-day excursion ETNA adventure on quads + Taormina. Fun all day
xaviermarlipuig,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00There were 4 of us, and we left from Catania on time in a minibus that also had 4 more people. Salvo was constantly providing information in Spanish and then in English for the other people. An easy journey of 1 hour to the parking lot at the base of ETNA. There, Salvo told us that we could either hire a cable car to go higher, take a 4x4 vehicle, or stay and do a 3-hour trekking excursion with him. We found the cable car and vehicle too expensive. We opted to book a 2-hour quad excursion. It was very fun through the forest and lava parts where they showed us a cave. Recommended if you do not want to go trekking. Afterward, they take you to do a small wine tasting with cheese and jam tastings at a small restaurant. In our opinion, the tasting was a bit short, but the people and products were very good. If you wanted, you could stay for lunch. The food was very good and reasonably priced, like everything in Sicily. You continue by car for 1 hour to Taormina. They give you 2 hours just to see the main street and take photos. It is too short if you want to see the theater and the town. You have to choose between one thing or the other. We chose to see the town. Very beautiful, clean, luxurious but too touristy. On the way back, it is a 1-hour ride by vehicle to Catania. Recommended if you want to do a package excursion to Etna with adventure, and Taormina from Catania. A complete and perfect day!!! The agency that organizes it is ETNA TRIBE. Perfect!!! Salvo R. is a charm, a true professional. A 10 out of 10 for the guide.
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