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Etna and Alcantara Gorges Excursion with lunch
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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: helmet and flashlight, hiking poles (upon request)
Admission ticket to the Alcantara Gorges Botanical Park (through the municipal entrance)
Air-conditioned vehicle
A first course, drink and coffee
Meeting Points
Departure
Dream Island
In front of "Autoscuola Sorrentino" driving school, free parking on the street.
Return
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.
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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: helmet and flashlight, hiking poles (upon request)
Admission ticket to the Alcantara Gorges Botanical Park (through the municipal entrance)
Air-conditioned vehicle
A first course, drink and coffee
Meeting Points
Departure
Dream Island
In front of "Autoscuola Sorrentino" driving school, free parking on the street.
Transportation by SUV or minivan from the meeting point to all the points of interest included in the tour, with return to the original meeting point at the end of the tour.
First stop to visit the lava flow from the massive 2002 eruption.
Main hike of approximately 3 km along the typical “bottoniera” side craters of the Sartorius Mountains.
Exploration of the Grotta dei Ladroni, a lava flow cave.
Lunch at a local Etnean chalet or restaurant, included in the price: a first course dish, water and coffee/tea.
6 hours
2
Le Gole dell'Alcantara
After lunch (included in the price: a first course dish, water and coffee/tea), we will pass through Castiglione di Sicilia, one of “Italy’s Most Beautiful Villages”, and arrive at the Alcantara Gorges, also known as the Larderia Gorges.
The Alcantara Gorges lava canyon is located in the municipality of Motta Camastra, it's a masterpiece of nature carved out over thousands of years. With walls up to 25 meters high and passages barely 2 meters wide.
The entry fee to the Alcantara Botanical Park is included in the price; we will stop for about 1 hour for a free visit of the Alcantara Gorges.
