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Etna & Alcantara River Tour

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Availability for every day, all year round from Catania with free transfers from your accommodation. Guided tour of 8 hours which tells the biology, geology and volcanology of the Etna Volcano. You will have the opportunity to walk in paths surrounded by nature, away from tourist areas and on several dormant craters. The fauna and flora of Etna will be your traveling companions in the story of a unique territory in terms of endemicity. Explore a beautiful lava flow cave with helmets and torches. A fantastic tasting of wines, liqueurs, honey and much more will make you discover the flavors of the Volcano. With Etna behind us , we will go in the beautiful " Alcantara Gorges " canyons of lava among the most popular in the world , with its basalt walls as high as 50 meters , cross the river and enter the wonderful Alcantara natural setting of the Botanic Park and Geological Alcantara . After visiting the nature reserve head back to the hotel.

What's Included

  • The infant rate includes a car seat
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tastings of local products
  • Anything not specified under "inclusions”
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Meeting Location

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Piazza dei Martiri
95131 Catania CT, Italy

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What To Expect

Parco Fluviale dell'Alcantara

The Alcantara River Park is a wetland in Sicily that was established in 2001 in place of the pre-existing reserve and includes that part of the territory of the metropolitan cities of Messina and Catania that forms the river basin of the Alcantara River, and is located on the northern slope of Etna, with the aim of protecting and promoting the existing natural system.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Parco dell'Etna

The excursion will start discovering old basalt lava flows, volcanic caves, secular woods and it will continue with the tastes and smell of Sicily. You will visit an area of ancient explosive activity, Hornitos, a half-volcano and a state shelter.The lunar landscape of “Bove Valley” and the black ash’s desert will make your excursion a gorgeous day. Finally a tasting of honey, wines and typical Sicilian product
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4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Valle del Bove

The Valle del Bove is a large basin located on the eastern side of the volcanic edifice of Etna, within the protected area of ​​the Etna Park, in the territory of the municipality of Zafferana Etnea (CT)
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rifugio Sapienza

located at 1,910 metres above sea level on the southern side of Etna, in the municipality of Nicolosi (CT).
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

ORO d'Etna - Farm Costa - Beekeeping

"In Zafferana the air is good for the lips, it smells of fresh baked bread, of broom. And from up there, from the three thousand meters of Etna, Sicily is a three-pointed star in the upside-down sky of its ancient sea."
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Etna & Alcantara River Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Etna & Alcantara River Tour?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • The infant rate includes a car seat.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Tastings of local products.
  • Trekking shoes (upon request).
  • Guided visit of the Alcantara River Park.
  • Multilingual tour guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Anything not specified under "inclusions”.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Etna & Alcantara River Tour is as follows:

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Etna & Alcantara River Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • The infant rate includes a car seat
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tastings of local products
  • Trekking shoes (upon request)
  • Guided visit of the Alcantara River Park
  • Multilingual tour guide
  • Anything not specified under "inclusions”

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 32 travelers

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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