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Etna and Alcantara Gorges Excursion

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Discover Etna and the Alcantara Gorges! The perfect mix of adventure and refreshing relax! The excursion begins by SUV or minivan (up to 8 people), together with our experienced guides. Our first stop is an off-road trip to the 2002 eruption lava fron. Continuing along the Via Mareneve, in the middle of the Ragabo pine forest, we will arrive at the starting point of our trekking to the Monti Sartorius craters. We will continue on foot, starting at 1650 metres and arriving at an altitude of 1750 metres, an easy walk suitable for everyone. We will then explore a lava flow cave, the Grotta dei Ladroni, equipped with helmets and torches. We will stop at a local chalet or restaurant for lunch ...

Highlights

From 6 hours to 8 hours

Offered in English & 2 Others

Free Cancellation

Mobile Ticket

From 6 hours to 8 hours

Offered in English & 2 Others

Free Cancellation

Mobile Ticket

What's Included

Private transportation

Bottled water

Trekking equipment: jacket, trekking poles, helmet, torch

Air-conditioned vehicle

Alcantara Gorges ticket (municipal entrance)

A first course, drink and coffee

Meeting Points

Departure

Dream Island

In front of "Autoscuola Sorrentino" driving school, free parking on the street.

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Itinerary

Mount Etna

Transportation and off-roading by SUV or Minivan; visit to the lava front of the 2002 eruption; trekking along the 'bottoniera' side craters of the Monti Sartorius; exploration of the Grotta dei Ladroni, a lava flow cave. Lunch in a local Etnean chalet or restaurant, included in the price: a first course, drink and coffee.

6 hours

Le Gole dell'Alcantara

After lunch (included in the price: a first course, drink and coffee), we will drive through Castiglione di Sicilia, one of the 'Borghi più belli d'Italia' (Italy's most beautiful villages), to the Alcantara Gorges, also known as the Larderia Gorges. They are located in the 'Alcantara River Park', where the Peloritani mountain range ends in the municipalities of Castiglione di Sicilia and Motta Camastra (one of the places where some scenes of the famous film The Godfather were filmed).

1 hour

Important Information

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Not recommended for pregnant travelers

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Public transportation options are available nearby

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Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.

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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.