Mt. Etna
Strenuous Activity
Includes snack
Shopping Opportunities
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Departing from Messina, you'll board your motorcoach for the approximately two hour drive to Mt. Etna. From Messina travel through a landscape of vineyards and citrus groves. Along the way you'll pass through the villages of Santa Venerina and Zafferana Etnea and enjoy some dramatic coastal views from the motorcoach. Climb the slopes of Mt. Etna to Crateri Silvestri.
At Crateri Silvestri, not only will you be able to walk around the crater with your guide, you'll also get to take in some amazing views of the summit of the great volcano, the tallest and most active in all of Europe. It's erupted over 130 times in recorded history. You'll also see the town of Catania, buried by an eruption over 300 years ago. During your visit you will be offered refreshments in one of the local restaurants.
After an adventure filled with wonder, it'll be time to re-board your motorcoach for the scenic ride back to your ship.
Points of interest
Mt. Etna
Schedule
Special Notes
The drive from Messina to Mt. Etna is approximately two hours.
The ground around the Crateri Silvestri is uneven and rough. Passengers should take care when walking. Wear comfortable, closed toe walking shoes and a sweater or jacket. Temperatures can drop dramatically at the summit. Due to climatic changes, views may become hindered at any given time. This tour cannot be operated in case of inclement weather.
In case unfavorable weather conditions do not permit a safe visit to Mt. Etna and the Silvestri Crater, these will be replaced by a panoramic drive around Mt. Etna, a visit to the village of Zafferana Etnea and the 1992 eruption lava flow vulcanic landscape.
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Strenuous Activity
Includes snack
Shopping Opportunities
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Departing from Messina, you'll board your motorcoach for the approximately two hour drive to Mt. Etna. From Messina travel through a landscape of vineyards and citrus groves. Along the way you'll pass through the villages of Santa Venerina and Zafferana Etnea and enjoy some dramatic coastal views from the motorcoach. Climb the slopes of Mt. Etna to Crateri Silvestri.
At Crateri Silvestri, not only will you be able to walk around the crater with your guide, you'll also get to take in some amazing views of the summit of the great volcano, the tallest and most active in all of Europe. It's erupted over 130 times in recorded history. You'll also see the town of Catania, buried by an eruption over 300 years ago. During your visit you will be offered refreshments in one of the local restaurants.
After an adventure filled with wonder, it'll be time to re-board your motorcoach for the scenic ride back to your ship.
Points of interest
Mt. Etna
Schedule
Special Notes
The drive from Messina to Mt. Etna is approximately two hours.
The ground around the Crateri Silvestri is uneven and rough. Passengers should take care when walking. Wear comfortable, closed toe walking shoes and a sweater or jacket. Temperatures can drop dramatically at the summit. Due to climatic changes, views may become hindered at any given time. This tour cannot be operated in case of inclement weather.
In case unfavorable weather conditions do not permit a safe visit to Mt. Etna and the Silvestri Crater, these will be replaced by a panoramic drive around Mt. Etna, a visit to the village of Zafferana Etnea and the 1992 eruption lava flow vulcanic landscape.