Sicily

15 Best Mount Etna Tours

The Etna tours: sunrise jeeps, lava tubes and crater treks with volcanologist guides on Europe’s most active volcano. The Alcantara gorge below offers the cold-water counterargument.

1.Catania: Mount Etna Sunset Jeep/Van Tour

Discover Mount Etna’s breathtaking sunset views on a guided Jeep tour from Catania, with stops at volcanic craters, wine tastings, and scenic panoramas.

Most Popular★ 4.8

“Fabio was a great guide. Super knowledgable and friendly and we got to see so much, even when the weather wasn't 100% cooperative. Had a wonderful time!”

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3.Etna Morning Trip

Discover Sicily’s volcanic wonder with this 6-hour Mt. Etna tour from Catania, including crater hikes, lava caves, and panoramic views, all at a great value.

★ 4.5

“The tour was exactly as promised. The view of the lava field, the lava cave and the walk up to the little crater. It was all very interesting and our guide was excellent.”

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4.Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania

Discover Mount Etna and Taormina on this full-day guided tour from Catania, featuring volcano trekking, lava caves, local tastings, and free time in enchanting Taormina.

★ 5.0

“Our wonderful tour operator, Lorenzo, made the trip so enjoyable, keeping us entertained and sharing fascinating stories and cultural facts along the way. Just a heads-up — the cable car lift comes at an extra cost of €80 per person, which adds up for a…”

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6.Catania: Mount Etna Morning Jeep/Van Tour

Explore Mount Etna on a guided Jeep tour from Catania, with stunning views, local tastings, and close-up volcanic landscapes—perfect for curious travelers.

★ 4.7

“We had a terrific tour. Our guide Orazio was excellent and a great person to represent your company. He was attentive to the group, and very personable. The tour was comfortable and easy enough for everyone. The cave portion might be a challenge for people…”

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7.Mount Etna Half-Day Small Group Tour from Taormina

Discover Mount Etna on a small-group half-day tour from Taormina, featuring expert guides, crater hikes, lava caves, and local wine at a mountain chalet.

★ 5.0

“We had a great tour guide. His name was Daniele. He was very knowledgable and friendly! The tour started visiting a cave. Interesting. Great photo opportunity! The walk up the mountain was not that bad! Challenging at times. I would recommend the walking stick provided.…”

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8.Etna Tour in 4×4

Discover Mount Etna with a 4x4 jeep tour from Catania, exploring lava flows, craters, and tunnels, plus tasting local Sicilian products.

★ 5.0

“We went as a family of 4 ( children age 3 and 9). The staff were welcoming and very knowledgeable. Our guide " Cicho" was really enthusiastic about his job and this beautiful country. He interacted with us really well and was lovely to our…”

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9.Mt. Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Catania

Discover Mount Etna's stunning landscapes and volcanic caves on this half-day Catania tour, including local tastings and expert guides for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“The whole day with Lorenzo was so informative, inspiring and interesting. We so enjoyed every minute and highly recommend this experience with Lorenzo. Thank you very much.”

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11.Etna excursion 3000 meters with 4×4 cable car and Trekking

Explore Mount Etna with a guided 4-5 hour tour including cable car, 4x4 rides, and trekking. Stunning views, expert guides, and volcanic landscapes await.

★ 4.5

“This experience was epic! You should definately be in moderate shape. Be prepared with the proper shoes and weather appropriate clothes.”

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12.Etna, Wine and Alcantara Tour – From Taormina

Discover Mount Etna, wine tasting, and Alcantara Gorge on this full-day guided tour from Taormina. Enjoy hiking, local cuisine, and stunning natural sights.

★ 5.0

“The volcano tour was a great experience, but I purchased a case of wine and never received it. I finally had to open a dispute with my credit card company after nearly 2 months.”

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13.Taormina: Guided Etna Wine Tasting Half-Day Tour

Discover Sicily’s wine and volcanic scenery on this half-day guided tour from Taormina, featuring winery visits, tastings, and Mount Etna views for an authentic experience.

★ 4.7

“This trip was amazing! Beautiful wines, beautiful views and very friendly people. Our guide Isobella was great. This is a must do if staying in the area.”

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14.Mt. Etna adventurous tour with a volcano guide

Discover Mount Etna on a 6.5-hour guided hike from Catania, exploring volcanic landscapes, calderas, and breathtaking views with expert guides.

★ 4.5

“Ernesto was an awesome guide!! He shared so much interesting information about mount etna and Sicily. His cadence on the hike was perfect allowing for breaks at just the right moments. And he got us down safely during a thunderstorm. We had so much fun!”

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15.Private 6-Hour Tour of Three Etna Wineries with food&wine tasting

Discover Sicily’s volcanic terroir on a private 6-hour tour of three Etna wineries with tastings, regional foods, and scenic drives from Taormina.

★ 5.0

“Had a great experience. Bruno, our driver, was very accommodating! We were a group of 6 and 2 small children. The 3 wineries we visited were perfect. Lots of good food and snacks, and the wine was great! I would definitely recommend this tour to…”

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More Mount Etna Tours

5.0Etna Morning Tour (starting from Catania)5 to 6 hours (approx.)$102.84 4.7Alcantara River and Gorges: Bodyrafting Experience2 hours$65 5.0Tour Etna & Wine Tasting8 hours (approx.)$175.43 5.0Etna Volcano: South Side Guided Summit Hike6 hours (approx.)$78.64 5.02002 Crater Excursion – Northern Etna3 hours (approx.)$43.55 5.0Etna Sunset Tour (starting from Catania)5 to 6 hours (approx.)$102.84 5.0Etna Family Tour Excursion for families with children on Etna3 to 4 hours (approx.)$102.84 5.0Etna – Trekking to the summit craters (only guide service) experienced hikers5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$139.13 4.5Mount Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Taormina7 hours (approx.)$89.53 5.0Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Catania8 hours (approx.)$128.85 5.0Etna, Summit Craters5 hours (approx.)$84.69 4.5Mount Etna Day Trip from Taormina7 hours (approx.)$54.31 4.5Etna and Alcantara Gorges Excursion6 to 8 hours (approx.)$107.68 5.0Etna at sunset – 4×4 tour with Sicilian sweet aperitif5 hours (approx.)$90.62 4.6From Catania: Guided Tour of Mount Etna and Taormina7.5 hours$105 4.5Catania: Etna Morning Jeep/Van Tour5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$66.78 4.0Mount Etna: Return Funivia dell’Etna Cable Car Ticket1 day$64 5.01 1/2 – 2 Hours Guided Excursion of Etna by Quad1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$157.28 5.0Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private)6 hours (approx.)$192.36 4.5Sunset on the Volcano Epic Mt. Etna Adventure from Taormina5 hours (approx.)$90.74 5.0Private tour of Etna and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting from Taormina$387.24 5.0Etna Tour – HalfDay Small Group & licensed Tour Guide5 to 6 hours (approx.)$90.74 5.0Etna Special Dawn Excursion$157.57 5.0Etna Private Tour and Excursion5 hours (approx.)$114.93