This adventure on Mount Etna and at the Alcantara Gorges is a unique experience, full of emotions and guaranteed fun, suitable for everyone: adults, children, experienced hikers, and occasional adventurers.
It's an authentic travel experience, exploring gigantic craters, volcanic caves, and lunar landscapes. This Etna tour offers a thrilling journey through Europe's highest volcano. The itinerary includes the famous Mareneve, recognized by National Geographic as one of the most scenic bike routes.
Along the way, an expert guide will share the stories and legends of the Etna villages and the volcano. The excursion begins with a stop at the 1500-meter refuge, where the guide will provide a brief briefing before starting the trek.
Hiking shoes will be available free of charge for those in need. During the adventure, you will visit the area of the October 27, 2002 eruption, explore paths through the undergrowth, and reach the lateral craters with breathtaking views.
LUNCH:
After the trekking, you will visit a lava flow tunnel to discover its formation and history. Following the excursion, there will be a lunch break at the Chalet Clan dei Ragazzi at 1500 meters, with menu options priced at €10 or €15.
€10 drink, sandwich, drink, and dessert.
€15 bruschetta, first course of pasta, drink, and coffee.
Subsequently, you will explore the Alcantara Gorges, famous for their striking basalt formations created by river erosion. Along the way, you'll pass through ancient Sicilian villages, such as Castiglione di Sicilia, renowned for vineyards used to produce Etna DOC wine.
