Etna Summit Craters Excursion

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4 to 5 hours (Approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile Ticket

Overview

This tour will allow you to get close to the area of the summit craters of Etna characterized by the typical volcanic activity with gas and sulfur emissions. With the naturalistic guide you will go to the entrance of the Etna cable car and from here you will take the cable car that will take you to 2500mt., from there you will be transported by 4×4 bus to an altitude of 2800mt. where you will find the volcanological mountain guide who will show you the craters of the 2002 eruption and at the same time you will find yourself face to face with the smoking summit craters. It will also be possible to choose the option only with the ascent by cable car up to 2500 meters.

At the end of the high-altitude tour, the guide will show you other peculiar elements of Etna located at lower altitudes to finally take you to a farm located in Zafferana Etnea to taste the typical products of the place.

Description

Stop At: Mount Etna, Mt Etna, 95031 Adrano, Metropolitan city of Catania, Italy

Excursion that will allow you to observe from a close distance the active craters of Etna characterized by emissions of gas and sulfur.
- Pick up at an accommodation or agreed meeting point
- Visit to the summit area (reachable by cable car) at an altitude of 2900 meters with a volcanological mountain guide
- Visit of a lava flow cave (helmets and torches provided)
- Visit of the famous lava flow of 1991/93 which reached the gates of the town of Zafferana;
- Tasting of typical products in a local company at Zafferana
- Drop off at the accommodation or meeting point.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

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What To Expect

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 4 to 5 hours (Approx.)
  • Departure Time: 08:30 AM
  • Return Details: Returns to original departure point

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Helmets and torches
  • Gratuities
  • Cable car, 4x4 and volcanological guide ticket €78 per person to be paid locally

What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

Hotel Pickup

Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour. Note: if you are booking within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel pick-up. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone number, email address, etc.) for our local operator to organize pick-up arrangements.

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-224302P5

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