Explore Mount Etna’s extinct craters from Taormina. Discover lava types, ancient eruptions, and breathtaking views with expert guides. Adventure awaits!
Explore Mount Etna’s extinct craters from Taormina. Discover lava types, ancient eruptions, and breathtaking views with expert guides. Adventure awaits!
- Piano Provenzana - a ski station on the Northern slope of Mt Etna
- Mount Etna - Europe’s highest active volcano
- Piano Provenzana - a ski station on the Northern slope of Mt Etna
- Mount Etna - Europe’s highest active volcano

- Tour guide
- Pick up at your accommodation in Taormina
- Treat and bottled water
- Taxes
- Private transportation
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- Tour guide
- Pick up at your accommodation in Taormina
- Treat and bottled water
- Taxes
- Private transportation
- Discover Travel Insurance
Choosing to stay in Taormina is an excellent choice for those wishing to explore and uncover the fascinating extinct craters of Mount Etna, which were formed during the remarkable “perfect eruption” of 2002. This significant event led to the destruction of the tourist station at Piano Provenzana, which was subsequently rebuilt in 2004.
The hike will…
Choosing to stay in Taormina is an excellent choice for those wishing to explore and uncover the fascinating extinct craters of Mount Etna, which were formed during the remarkable “perfect eruption” of 2002. This significant event led to the destruction of the tourist station at Piano Provenzana, which was subsequently rebuilt in 2004.
The hike will commence from this very location, offering a stunning view of the summit craters throughout the journey. Feel free to pause occasionally during the climb until reaching the Saponaria fields, just before the button-hole system of the 2002 craters. Accompanied by a knowledgeable hiking guide, participants will have the opportunity to learn about various types of lava, past eruptions, and intriguing facts about the volcano.
Please note: Among the Mount Etna tours departing from Taormina, this particular tour requires a slightly higher level of fitness.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.