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By Sicilian Soul Experience

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Free cancellation available
The previous price was ฿8,737 and current price is ฿7,863 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Explore the secret essence of Etna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with an elite private experience between the power of the volcano and the rarest food and wine gems of the territory.

    Zafferana: private tasting of 20 precious honeys, volcanic oils and organic specialities at zero km.

    The ascent to 2,000 metres at the Silvestri Craters offers the thrill of walking on lunar soil, admiring millennial caves and endless views away from the crowd.

    The highlight is access to the Gambino or Murgo Wineries, Etna's Top 5 icons. You will experience an exclusive “behind the scenes” tour through centuries-old vineyards, followed by a private gourmet lunch with 4 rare DOC labels expertly paired with typical Sicilian cuisine.

    Concierge Service: Private Trip with Destination Expert fluent in English.
    Tailor-made pick-up from Taormina, Catania, Messina or Porto, on Premium vehicles equipped with Wi-Fi and every comfort.

Activity location

  • Taormina
    • Taormina, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Taormina
    • Taormina, Italy

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Vehicle with air conditioning
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    Continuous assistance from an Expert and English-speaking Sicilian driver.
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    Snack during the Tour with almond paste or pistachio, typical Sicilian dessert
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    Wi-Fi on board
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    Tasting of typical chocolate at Rifugio Sapienza
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    Stop at the Etna farm for tasting (honey, oil, wine, olives, etc.)
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    Volcano tour (Sylvester Craters and lava flow cave) with protective helmets provided for access to the cave
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    Pick-up and drop-off by higher level vehicle (from Taormina, Catania, Messina and surrounding areas)
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    Wine tasting in the cellar with typical lunch
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    Customisable itinerary: Possibility to modulate the route according to your needs.
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    Wine Tasting : Tasting of 4 fine Etna DOC wines
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    Bottled water available on board the vehicle
  • Exclusions
    Any entrance fees for paid areas not mentioned in the itinerary
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    Costs for extra means of transport (unless requested and quoted separately) e.g. cable car
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    Driver tips, not mandatory but appreciated
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    Personal purchases

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Taormina

  • 45m
Your journey begins with a private transfer service. You will be greeted by an Expert, English-speaking driver-guide with a deep knowledge of Sicilian history and traditions, guaranteeing dedicated assistance. Pick-up service for the start of the tour is available at Catania, Taormina, Messina, nearby areas and directly at the port embarkation piers. To ensure peace of mind, the exact meeting point will be coordinated and confirmed through direct contact before the experience, ensuring a timely and stress-free tour start.

Oro d'Etna

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
A typical local estate, where you can rediscover the authentic flavours of the territory through a tasting of organic excellence at zero kilometre: from artisan honey to extra virgin olive oil, up to olives from local cultivars and indigenous wines of the island.

Craters Silvestri of Mount Etna

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Climb by car through the lava landscapes of Mount Etna to Rifugio Sapienza (about 2,000 m). A visit to the Silvestri Craters and a lava flow cave is planned, with time available to admire the view. Short optional walks are possible.

Mount Etna

  • 30m
At Rifugio Sapienza there is a break with tasting of typical local chocolate. The refuge, located at about 2,000 metres above sea level, is one of the main access points to the summit area of Etna. During the stop you will be able to walk on the volcanic soil, touch the lava rocks and enjoy wide panoramic views, which allow you to appreciate the unique landscape and the extension of the surrounding territory.

Gambino Winery

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Your tasting will take place at Cantine Gambino or Cantine Murgo, historical pillars of Etna winemaking and icons of excellence, ranked among the top 5 of the more than 400 wineries on Etna. Pioneers in the rediscovery of DOC wines, they will welcome you for a guided tasting of 4 elite labels. Each wine will be accompanied by local gastronomic specialities, creating a perfect match that celebrates the authentic flavour of the Sicilian territory

Taormina

  • 45m
At the end of the tour there is a return to the agreed starting point, with organised transfer.

Location

Activity location

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    Taormina
    • Taormina, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Taormina
    • Taormina, Italy

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