5 hours
Daily Tour
6 people
English, Italian
The Mount Etna Sunset Tour is one of the most popular experiences on the volcano and offers a comfortable and scenic way to explore Mount Etna during the most atmospheric moment of the day.
This guided sunset tour by vehicle, combined with short and easy walks, follows a carefully planned itinerary with panoramic stops inside Etna Park, allowing visitors to enjoy the volcanic landscape without long hikes or demanding trails.
The tour begins in the traditional Etna countryside at Montata Grande, in the town of Trecastagni. Before departure, guests can relax with a coffee, granita, or a glass of local Etna wine. Those who choose the optional food experience may also enjoy a traditional Etna lunch.
From here, the tour continues by vehicle, reaching different scenic areas shaped by ancient and recent eruptions, including lava fields, extinct craters, forests, and breathtaking viewpoints.
One of the highlights of the tour is a stop at the impressive Valle del Bove, where our guides explain the most important eruption of the 20th century and the geological evolution of Mount Etna.
Guests will also explore a lava tube (lava cave), entering the volcano with helmets and headlamps to better understand how lava flows form beneath the surface.
The experience ends with a short walk around a lateral crater, reaching around 2,000 meters, where the tour pauses to admire an unforgettable sunset over Mount Etna’s volcanic landscape.
The Mount Etna Sunset Tour is suitable for first-time visitors, couples, families, and travelers looking for a relaxed experience that combines nature, volcanic landscapes, and storytelling.
It is not suitable for those looking for long hikes or physically demanding trekking experiences, as the tour is designed to be accessible and comfortable.
Tour & FoodTraditional Etna Lunch Experience |
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For the best Etna experience, you can add a traditional lunch on Mount Etna, hosted at a charming local winery near our meeting point.Enjoy authentic Sicilian food including fresh vegetables, local cheeses, cured meats, and seasonal specialties, served outdoors among vineyards, fruit trees, ancient chestnuts, and oak trees.Wine lovers can also request a wine tasting with local Etna wines. Take-away options are available on request. Traveling with kids? No problem. A kids menu is available, |
At Montata Grande, you’ll have the chance to taste the dishes we're gonna to discuss during the tour with a complimentary tasting included in the experience. Moreover you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy a traditional lunch with the flavors our grandparents cherished: charcuterie, cheese, fresh vegetables, and more. For the little ones, we offer a special children’s menu with cutlets and French fries.
* Lunch is not included in this tour.
Meeting Point at Montata Grande - Via Dottore Giuseppe Zappalà, 45, 95039 Trecastagni (CT). You can park your car and take some time to enjoy a delicious breakfast: a coffee, cappuccino, or americano, a refreshing glass of granita, and our homemade cakes.
A short briefing about the whole tour and by the guide's car, we're gonna move all around the Etna volcano up to the lunch time.
No, it’s not necessary. However, we recommend wearing long trousers, sneakers (no sandals or flip-flops), and bringing a sweater or jacket, as it can be windy or cooler at 2,000 meters (6,000 feet).
It’s up to you. You can purchase still or sparkling water before departure. Eating in the car is not allowed, but you’re welcome to bring food to enjoy during the stops along the way.
Yes, there is! Please inform us of any special needs, health concerns, or specific allergies if you plan to join us for lunch. Check the weather forecast, as you’ll enjoy the tour more under favorable weather conditions. Also, note that we don’t have a child seat available, so it’s best to bring your own if needed.
