Why choose this tour ?
Leave Taormina and ride around Mount Etna by coach and by a 1950s-era train on the Circumetnea Railway (the train is not operative during winter time and will be substituted by the coach and a visit of Randazzo town). This exciting day trip also includes visit of the rock pools and canyons of Alcantara Gorges (entrance own expense) and the foothills of Sicily’s vivacious volcano. If you want to see Mount Etna’s smouldering upper craters, upgrade (extra) to include transport by cable car and jeeps and a walking tour to the summit craters. Note that from November to March, the tour does not include the train ride nor the optional upgrade to the upper areas. A visit of Randazzo town is provided in substitution. A minimum number of 12 participants is necessary during winter.
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What makes Mount Etna and Alcantara Gorges from Taormina a unique experience ?
Reach the Alcantara Gorges
Guests will enjoy a ride by Circumetnea for about one hour
Guests can easily explore the Sivestri Craters located at street level
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The high-altitude ascents are not indicated for heart passengers, asthmatics and pregnant women.
- This tour is operated in English, German, Italian. All 3 languages will be spoken during the tour.
- During winter minimum of 12 people . There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- The cost of the excursion to Etna, ascent inclusive, has a special price valid only with advance reservation. When buying the ascent on board, the cost will be higher.
- Please contact SAT Group at booking@satgroup.it for customized pick up
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Mount Etna and Alcantara Gorges from Taormina Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Professional multilingual guide
- Tour escort/host
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fee to Alcantara Gorges
- Wind jackets and boots rental
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by SAT Group.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4 Stars based on 89 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
The main pick-up point for all tours is the Bus Terminal at Via Luigi Pirandello in Taormina. Pick-up is also available in the areas of Taormina by the sea, Giardini Naxos, Recanati and Letojanni only on request by contacting SAT Group located in Corso Umberto, 73 - Taormina (opening hours every day 9:00-13:00/15:30-18:30), by e-mail at booking@satgroup.it or by phone +39 0942 24653.
