Stroll around lunar landscapes created by past lava flows
Discover the richness of locally produced food
Taste superb wines accompained with a light lunch
When
All year
Duration
8
Level
Easy
Service Type
Vehicle
Suggested pick up time
7:30
What’s included
Luxury air conditioned vehicle
English speaking driver
Stop at Mt Etna and time to visit
Stop at a local honey farm with tastings
Visit to a local winery with demonstration and tasting
Light lunch
Photo stops
All taxes, parking tolls, gasoline and driver maintenance
Not included
Entrance Fees and guides in sites, unless otherwise specified
Gratuities
Itinerary
Etna
Etna
Etna, Adrano, CT, Italia
Enjoy a thrilling and delightful experience on the largest active volcano in Europe: Mt Etna!
Your private driver, at your disposal for the day, will escort you up to 2,000 meters where you will enjoy a walk in the lunar landscapes of crater "Silvestri", made of deserts of black lava.
You will stop at a local honey farm where you will taste not only several types of honey produced there, but also enjoy a sampling of almond pastries, olives, extra virgin olive oil and, of course, wine!
You will visit a local vineyard situated in a wonderful position overlooking the sea. There you will learn about the techniques used to make wine in such a unique area.
You will taste 4 different locally produced wines, paired with a simple but tasty Sicilian lunch. The usual lunch includes dried tomatoes, mushrooms and olives of the area, local cured meats, Pepato cheese, and many other specialties.
What should I wear for this tour?
We suggest that you wear comfortable walking shoes as there is quite a bit of walking involved on uneven surfaces.
What should I wear if I want to visit some religious sites?
If you intend to visit religious sites, please have knees and shoulders covered (both men and women).
What is your back to port policy?
We have a back to port policy of at least 1 hour prior to the last scheduled boarding time for the ship.
I have some dietary preferences/needs, can I do this tour?
Please send us an email specifying your dietary preferences/needs, and we will advise accordingly.
Where and how will I find the driver at Taormina port?
Your driver will be waiting for you at the gangway of your cruise ship holding a sign with your name written on it.
Where and how will I find the driver at Giardini-Naxos port?
Your driver will be waiting for you at the gangway of your cruise ship holding a sign with your name written on it.
Where and how will I find the driver at Messina port?
You will need to go out of the terminal onto your left hand side and follow the sign for private excursions, just opposite busses and taxis stand, and there you will fond your driver, holding a sign with your name written on it.
Where and how will I find the driver at Catania port?
You will need to follow the yellow line out of the terminal and walk for just 40mt, your driver will be waiting just behind the busses, holding a sign with your name written on it.
