Visiting
Mt Etna The
ascent of Etna is the highlight of a visit to Sicily, not only for the volcanic
phenomena but also for the superb views.
There are two ways to get there
- from the south (Rifugio Sapienza), and from the north (Piano Provenzana). Etna
Sud - Southern approch. From Nicolosi follow the sign Etna Sud towards
Rifugio Sapienza and the Cable car station. Walking and hiking activities are
possible along marked footpaths. You may walk to the upper part of the volcano
(return trip from Rifugio Sapienza to the summit about 4 hours). There is an organized
excursion from Rifugio Sapienza to the top and takes over two hours. You first
take a cable car ride, (€23.00), for a further 500 meters. Here you can admire
superb views of Catania and and the sea, walk to the Piccolo Rifugio or have a
snack or a drink at the café. The more adventurous can further take a 4X4
drive (€20.00) to reach the summit at 2,900 meters where guides escort people
on foot to interesting areas. Etna
Nord - Northen approach From Linguaglossa take the mountain road (Mareneve)
to Piano Provenzana, the main ski resort on Etna. Here you can walk to the top
in about 3 hours or join an organized excursion by 4 wheel - drive.
If
you are looking for a private excursion Sicily TravelNet tours
provide you with different ways to experience the most active volcano
in Europe. The tours are available as shore excursions from Messina, Giardini
Naxos and Catania port of call or day trips from hotels and accommodations in
the Taornina and Catania area. Directly from Sicilian tour guides and drivers.
Mt
Etna and Taormina tour Mt
Etna full day tour Etna
wineries tour
Mount
Etna South side from Rifugio Sapienza – Gambino wine tasting Mount
Etna North Side from Piano Provenzana– Gambino wine tasting Short
walking tour on the Valle del Bove | 
