Mount Etna · Sicily · Italy

Etna
Trekking Tour

Guided tours and hikes on Mount Etna, around the volcano and through the breathtaking Sicilian landscape. Departing from Catania.

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Guided hikes on Mount Etna and across Sicily. Small groups of 5 to 8 people, departing from Catania, with expert local guides.

Hiking at Timpa di Acireale - coastal nature trail Catania Sicily
Panoramic view of Acireale coastline from La Timpa - guided hike Sicily
Old railway of Acireale - urban trekking tour Sicily
Acireale Package
⏰ Full Day

Urban & Nature Trekking

Acireale – Old Railway & Urban Trek

Departure from Catania to the historic centre of Acireale. Visit La Timpa nature reserve and the Gazzena area, with volcanic landscapes and stunning sea views.

Required equipment

Hiking boots Trekking poles Suitable clothing
👥
People
5-8 pers.
🧊
Difficulty
Medium
📍
Area
Acireale – Timpa

Details

Packed breakfast
Refreshment stop in Acireale (optional)
NCC from Catania (optional)
Price
€25/pers
NCC from Catania: optional
Historic centre of Agira - medieval village Sicily
Panoramic view of Agira with Sicilian countryside
Lake Pozzillo near Agira - nature excursion Sicily
Agira Package
⏰ Full Day

Historical & Nature Visit

Agira – Village, Saint, Lake Pozzillo & Sciaguana

Departure from Catania to the historic town of Agira. Visit Lake Pozzillo and Sciaguana, with a tasting of local Sicilian products.

Required equipment

Hiking boots Trekking poles Suitable clothing
👥
People
5-8 pers.
🧊
Difficulty
Medium
📍
Area
Agira – Pozzillo

Details

Packed breakfast
Local product tasting
NCC from Catania (optional)
Price
€25/pers
NCC from Catania: optional
Hiking on Etna - trail towards Rifugio Citelli departing Catania
Lava caves of Etna - volcano exploration Sicily
Volcanic landscape Etna - craters and lava guided hike Sicily
Etna Package
⏰ Full Day

Volcanic Trekking – Difficult

Etna – Case Paterno, Citelli & Serracozzo

Departure from Catania up to Mount Etna. Challenging hike through Case Paterno, Rifugio Citelli and Serracozzo, including lava cave exploration.

Required equipment

Hiking boots Trekking poles Suitable clothing Cave lights
👥
People
5-8 pers.
🧊
Difficulty
Difficult
📍
Area
Etna – Citelli

Details

Packed breakfast
Cave lights
NCC from Catania (mandatory)
Price
€40/pers
NCC: to be confirmed
Valle dell'Anapo - nature trekking along the Anapo river Sicily
Old railway Val d'Anapo - excursion Sortino Cassaro Sicily
Village of Ferla - historical visit Val d'Anapo trekking Sicily
Val d'Anapo Package
⏰ Full Day

Nature Trekking & Railway

Cassaro – Anapo – Sortino – Giarratana – Ferla

Visit the old railway and the Anapo river. In the afternoon, explore the charming village of Ferla amid history and unspoiled Sicilian nature.

Required equipment

Hiking boots Trekking poles Suitable clothing Head torch
👥
People
5-8 pers.
🧊
Difficulty
Medium
📍
Area
Val d'Anapo – Ferla

Details

Packed breakfast
Refreshment stop along the route
NCC from Catania (optional)
Price
€40/pers
NCC from Catania: optional
Volcanic cones Monte Sartorius Etna - guided trekking Catania Sicily
Rifugio Baracca Provenzana Etna - trekking excursion Sicily
Snow cave Etna - volcanic trail visit Sicily
Etna North Package
⏰ Full Day

Trekking & Snowshoeing

Etna – M. Sartorius, Baracca Hut & Provenzana

Departure from Catania up to Etna. Visit trails, volcanic cones and forest. In the afternoon, explore the Snow Cave and Casa del Fanciullo.

Required equipment

Hiking boots Trekking poles Suitable clothing Head torch
👥
People
5-8 pers.
🧊
Difficulty
Medium
📍
Area
Etna North – Provenzana

Details

Packed breakfast
NCC from Catania (to be confirmed)
Price
€40/pers
NCC: to be confirmed
Old railway Dittaino - urban trekking Sicily departing from Catania
Village of Assoro - historical visit trekking Sicily
Leonforte Sicily - afternoon excursion urban trekking
Railway Package
⏰ Full Day

Railway & Urban Trekking

Old Railway – Dittaino, Assoro & Leonforte

Departure from Catania to Dittaino. Visit the old railway and the village of Assoro. In the afternoon, explore Leonforte. Train transport option available.

Required equipment

Hiking boots Trekking poles Suitable clothing Head torch
👥
People
5-8 pers.
🧊
Difficulty
Medium
📍
Area
Dittaino – Assoro – Leonforte

Details

Packed breakfast
Refreshment stop on site
NCC from Catania (to be confirmed)
Train transport (optional)
Price
€40/pers
NCC or train: to be confirmed
Etna Case Paterno trekking - volcano excursion Catania Sicily
Rifugio Citelli Etna - difficult hiking trail Sicily
Serracozzo Etna - lava caves exploration volcano Sicily
Etna Package
⏰ Full Day

Volcanic Trekking – Difficult

Etna – Case Paterno, Citelli & Serracozzo

Departure from Catania to Mount Etna. Challenging hike through Case Paterno, Rifugio Citelli and Serracozzo with lava cave exploration.

Required equipment

Hiking boots Trekking poles Suitable clothing Cave lights
👥
People
5-8 pers.
🧊
Difficulty
Difficult
📍
Area
Etna – Citelli – Serracozzo

Details

Packed breakfast
Cave and delay lights
NCC from Catania (to be confirmed)
Price
€40/pers
NCC: to be confirmed

Reviews

What our hikers say

★★★★★

"An unforgettable experience! The guide was incredibly passionate. We explored Acireale in a completely unique way, totally different from the usual tourist trail."

Marco Lombardi
Milan · Acireale Trekking
★★★★★

"The route on Etna towards Citelli was breathtaking. The lava caves are absolutely spectacular. Perfect organisation from start to finish!"

Sara Rizzo
Rome · Etna Trekking
★★★★★

"Val d'Anapo is a truly magical place. The old railway, the river, the village of Ferla... An itinerary I will never forget. Highly recommended!"

Giulia Verdi
Catania · Val d'Anapo