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Embark on a fascinating off-road tour of Mount Etna's north side, with a short trek included. Get to know this UNESCO World Heritage Sight, standing some 3,350 meters tall, with your guide.

Highlights

• Get to know Europe's largest active volcano on this immersive tour of Mount Etna
• Hop in a specially-equipped 4x4 for a trip round the North Crater's best sights
• Reach heights of up to 2,900 meters as you marvel at this natural wonder
• Observe the activity of the summit craters and lava flows from a safe distance
• Get up close with the volcano as you embark on short hikes during the trip

Description

Explore the north rim of Europe's largest active volcano on this guided trip from Piano Provenzana. See the key sights like the Umberto and Margherita craters and Pizzi Deneri promontory, and make short treks on the volcano itself. Meet your guide and depart from Piano Provenzana, 1,800 meters up on the northern side of Mount Etna. Witness the volcano through the window of special 4×4 off-road vehicles. Enjoy a first stop at the ruins of the Le Betulle Hotel, the only visible structure from those destroyed by the lava flow of 2002. Continue towards the enormous Umberto and Margherita craters. Once there, take part in a small trek at an altitude of 2,380 metres. Next, head for the volcanological observatory at Pizzi Deneri, 2,818 metres up. Embark on a 15-minute trek to the top of the Pizzi Deneri promontory. If weather conditions permit, admire the Aeolian Islands, Jonic coast from Syracuse to Taormina, gulf of Giardini Naxos, and Calabrian coast. Observe the summit craters that dominate the majestic Valle del Bove. Once back on the vehicle, continue to the area of the 2002 eruption with its characteristic buttonhole craters. Marvel at views of lava flow before a short descent down a sandy slope to the off-road vehicles and the return to Piano Provenzana.

Includes

Tour Guide Transportation Taxes

Important Information

• Please meet your Alpine Guide at the Etna Travel Service office at Piano Provenzana

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund