Sicily Shore Excursion

Discover Etna, Alcantara Gorges and Taormina Tour
– Shore Excursion –

Exclusive Discover Etna, Alcantara Gorges and Taormina Tour in a Shore Excursion with pick up from any desired Sicily ports and harbours.

Sicily Shore Excursions

Sicily Tour Code: SE02

Discover Etna, Alcantara Gorges and Taormina Tour
– Shore Excursion –

The Shore Excursions of Sicily

One of the most unique and exclusive Etna, Alcantara Gorges and Taormina Tour in a Shore Excursion that will allow you to be picked up from any desired Sicily ports and harbours.

This is a one day shore excursion, that will bring you at the discovery of Mount Etna, one of the biggest active volcanos in Italy, the amazing Alcantara Gorges and the coastal city of Taormina.

The tour will start from Rifugio Sapienza, a Sicilian village on the South side of Etna. We will walk around the craters and then we will reach the Alcantara Gorges.

Then we will take a quick tour of Taormina, during which you will also have free time to visit the centre.

At the end of this Etna, Alcantara Gorges and Taormina Tour Shore Excursion, our expert drivers will bring you back to the original pick up point.

Sicily Shore Excursion Itinerary

Mount Etna – Alcantara Gorges – Taormina

Sicily Tour – Travel Itinerary

Discover Etna, Alcantara Gorges and Taormina Tour – Shore Excursion

Mount Etna – Rifugio Sapienza

We start our ascent through traditional Sicilian villages, on arrival at the South side of the volcano (Rifugio Sapienza).

You will be greeted by a chillier climate and surreal lava covered landscape.

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Mount Etna – Craters

At 6000ft above sea level, you can walk around the lower crater and take in spectacular scenery.

You can enjoy free time wandering around the craters and lava tracks taking in the breath-taking landscape where displays of steam and smoke emerge through layers of snow and ash.

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Alcantara Gorges

Our descent takes us through the Alcantara Gorges.

Here you will have the opportunity to visit this natural phenomenon as the surges and torrents of the River Alcantara has cut a dramatic gorge between the cliffs as it made its own way down to the Ionian Sea.

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Taormina – The Centre

On arrival in Taormina Centre you will have some free time to wander the historic Corso Umberto; this is the main promenade through the heart of Taormina.

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Taormina – The Cathedral & Palazzo Corvaja

Take in the botanical gardens, The Greek amphitheatre and visit the fantastic Cathedral and the Palazzo Corvaja one of the most elegant buildings in this chic town.

Before driving you back to the desired Sicily port or harbour, you will have time to take your final photo at the panoramic Belvedere, offering breath-taking views it’s the ideal location to admire and take shots of the coastline and the fantastic Isola Bella.

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Prices

Discover Etna, Alcantara Gorges and Taormina Tour – Shore Excursion

Pick-Up Sicily Port1-3 Persons4-6 Persons7-8 Persons
From Syracuse Port€ 490€ 540€ 600
From Taormina – Giardini Naxos Port€ 360€ 400€ 460
Shore Exursions of Sicily – Price are intended per Group

Tour Info

  • On receiving your booking we will contact you to arrange your pick up location, time and address or any special requirements you may have.
  • Please note
    This is a private Sicily excursion with a dedicated driver and vehicle. Entrance fees to archaeological sites ARE NOT included in the cost.
  • We apply the following Conditions of Sale.

Pick-Up Port Info

Pick-up from Syracuse Port

We meet and greet you on your arrival at the port of Syracuse. Our journey to the foot of Mount Etna takes approximately 45 minutes.

Pick-up from Taormina-Giardini Naxos Port

We meet and greet you on your arrival at the port of Taormina/Giardini Naxos.

Price Include

  • Private executive vehicle
  • English speaking driver-escort
  • Water on board
  • Local tolls
  • Insurance

Price Does Not Include

  • VAT 10%
  • Entrance fees to the archaeological sites
  • Costs of wine degustations and lunches

Please send us your enquiry with no obligation

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