Join this premier tour from Taormina for an Etna walking tour and wine tasting, featuring a lava cave visit and a sommelier-led winery tasting.

Uncover the breathtaking geological wonders and remarkable volcanic flavors of Sicily with a premier small-group excursion from Taormina. This full-day journey seamlessly blends active outdoor exploration with an upscale viticultural experience, all starting with a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in a premium, air-conditioned car or minivan. Leaving the coastal beauty of Taormina behind, you will travel with an expert local guide who shares deep insights into the fascinating history and complex geology of Europe’s highest active volcano as the landscape dramatically shifts outside your window.

The adventure begins on the magnificent slopes of Mount Etna, where you will embark on an extraordinary guided Etna walking tour and wine tasting experience starting with the mountain paths. The easy-to-moderate trek lasts approximately one and a half hours and is carefully designed to guide you through ancient lava flows and fascinating extinct lateral craters, allowing you to appreciate the unique botanical and geological peculiarities of this volcanic landscape. A true highlight of the outdoor exploration is an immersive fifteen-minute visit inside an authentic lava tunnel, revealing the hidden paths left behind by historic eruptions. If traveling during the winter season, the experience shifts into an amazing snowshoe exploration across famous lava fields, complete with specialized guide assistance.

After working up an appetite on the mountain paths, the journey transforms into a celebration of Sicilian gastronomy as you arrive at a special local winery, Cantine Patria. Here, you will join a certified sommelier for an exclusive educational wine tasting and guided cellar exploration. You will sample distinctive Mount Etna volcanic wines, specifically crafted from grapes nurtured by the fertile, mineral-rich soil. Each glass is paired with a traditional food tasting, highlighting fresh regional ingredients and authentic snacks that showcase the true culinary character of the island.

To ensure an intimate and interactive experience, this highly-rated tour maintains a strict limit of just eight participants per group. This small setting allows for meaningful conversations with your passionate guides and fellow travelers throughout the day. From providing required safety briefings and chilled bottled water to managing all transport logistics, your dedicated local team delivers a flawlessly organized day out that captures the very best of Mount Etna’s natural majesty and artisanal winemaking.

Highlights of tna Walking Tour and Wine Tasting from Taormina

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes
• Jacket
• Rain gear

Not Suitable for

• People over 95 years

Know before you go

• Please let us know if you have any food allergies or intollerances.