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Alcantara Gorge & Mt Etna to 2900m
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Place: Sicily
Duration: more than 8 hours
Language: German, English
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Do this because
- Free time at Alcantara Gorge
- Cable car and off-roading trip up Mt Etna
- Enjoy views over Sicily from 2,900m
What to expect
Mother Nature's two greatest gifts to eastern Sicily were the spectacular Alcantara Gorge and Europe's largest active volcano, Mt Etna. On this full day excursion, you'll discover these two natural wonders – paddling in the water of the gorge and climbing up to 2,900 metres in the volcano in a variety of transport modes.
Your adventure starts with a drive to the Alcantara Gorge, where you'll have free time – about 90 minutes – to take in the natural beauty and paddle in its crystalline pools. Its 50-metre-high black lava walls are made of layer upon layer of slabs in wavy and tubular patterns. Surrounded by lots of lush vegetation, it's an amazing spot.
After you've dried off, it's on to Mt Etna. Most of the journey up the volcano will be by coach. You'll then transfer to a Unimog – a kind of 4x4 minibus - and a guided walk will take you to the Sapienza refuge at 1,900 metres above sea level from where you'll catch a cable car up to 2,900 metres for even better views.
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Important to know
- Entrance fee to Alcantara Gorge not included
- Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
- Not suitable for guests with cardiac or respiratory problems
- Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
- Bring a hat
- Bring suitable footwear
- Bring warm clothes
- Food and drinks not included
- Some entrance fees and optional extras are payable locally
- Subject to weather conditions
- Not suitable for guests with poor health
- Not suitable for wheelchairs
- Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
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What’s included
Transport
Guide
4x4 tour
Cable car ride
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
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Provider
TUI ITALIA S.R.L.
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Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +1 208-744-6464
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