All Catania Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026 - page 2

Mt. Etna and Alcantara river full day tour from Taormina

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience a different side of Sicily on a full-day tour to Mt. Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe. Your guide shares informative commentary about the history, geology, and wildlife of Mt. Etna as you take nature walks, tour a cave created by lava flows, and see old volcanic craters. Select from hiking or cable car options to customize your visit, then end the day by visiting a wine cellar to sample the local vino. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Catania.

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from $121

Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Catania

Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Catania

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Make the most of your time at shore and explore the beautiful Sicilian towns of Taormina and Castelmola. See key landmarks like the Greek theater, Palazzo Corvaja, and the city’s cathedral before heading up to the small village of Castelmola. Here visitors can admire the panoramic views of the imposing Mount Etna, the highest volcano in Europe, and the Bay of Naxos before heading back to your ship.

(325)

from $126

Catania Shore Excursion: Catania to Taormina and Castelmola

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Agrigento and Piazza Armerina: Valley of the Temples and Villa Romana del Casale

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from $156

10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

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from $156

This tour will allow you to get close to the area of the summit craters of Etna characterized by the typical volcanic activity with gas and sulfur emissions. With the naturalistic guide you will go to the entrance of the Etna cable car and from here you will take the cable car that will take you to 2500mt., from there you will be transported by 4×4 bus to an altitude of 2800mt. where you will find the volcanological mountain guide who will show you the craters of the 2002 eruption and at the same time you will find yourself face to face with the smoking summit craters. It will also be possible to choose the option only with the ascent by cable car up to 2500 meters. At the end of the high-altitude tour, the guide will show you other peculiar elements of Etna located at lower altitudes to finally take you to a farm located in Zafferana Etnea to taste the typical products of the place.

Etna Summit Craters Excursion

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

There are many enthusiasts who write to us for information on our Cooking Lesson. Our Cooking Class in Catania is aimed at those who want to enjoy Mediterranean cuisine, discovering the unique flavors of our land, in a welcoming and stimulating environment. Each participant will be involved in the preparation of island dishes that can easily be replicated at home. Sicilian cuisine directly from Catania to your home!!! The Cooking Class is held for a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 12 people and lasts more or less 3 hours.

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from $83

Cooking lesson in Catania with lunch or dinner

Cooking lesson in Catania with lunch or dinner

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Spend the day discovering one of the world’s most beautiful and active volcanoes during this small-group trip to Mt. Etna. Depart in the morning from Catania and head to Rifugio Sapienza at Etna’s base. Travel by cable car and off-road vehicle up to the volcano’s craters, and go for a hike. Following a delicious Sicilian lunch, you’ll also discover the region’s spectacular lava caves before returning to Catania.

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from $117

Etna Small-Group Tour from Catania with Lunch & Cable-Car 3000 mt

Etna Small-Group Tour from Catania with Lunch & Cable-Car 3000 mt

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Start or end your trip in Sicily with a safe and comfortable private transfer from Catania airport or city center to Taormina, Giardini Naxos or Syracuse/Ortigia. The service is available in both directions and allows you to travel in total relaxation in a modern and air-conditioned vehicle, with a professional driver ready to welcome you with courtesy and punctuality. You can also customize your trip with optional stops along the way and also book the return transfer to the airport, with the security of a reliable service even at night (extra night from 21 : 00 to 07 : 00, 20 € to be paid directly to the driver).

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from $116

Catania Airport Transfer ↔ Syracuse , Taormina or Giardini Naxos

50 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $97

Delve into ancient Roman and Greek history on a visit to both Neapolis Archaeological Park and Ortygia Island in Syracuse. Neapolis is home to some of Syracuse's most notable ruins, including a massive Greek amphitheater that is still used for performances during the summer months. Marvel at age-old quarries and a Roman amphitheater where gladiators fought each other to the death. Afterward, head over to Ortygia Island―a small island that serves as Syracuse's historic center―and nearby Noto, a stunning town filled with exquisite, photo-worthy baroque architecture.

Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto walking tour from Catania

Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto walking tour from Catania

8 hoursFree Cancellation

The tour will be a private tour, so you will decide the customization of the tour, such as the possibility of having lunch at a restaurant without any problem of time, which will make your experience unique. In fact, the driver will wait for you if you want to extend the time for some stops programmed. You will also receive information about the places you visit on board the minivan. You will see 2 of the most beautiful locations in Sicily not as tourists but as locals.

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from $127

Private Tour of Taormina and Castelmola from Catania

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $237

Learn the secrets of three of Catania’s traditional pasta recipes—and have the special chance to cook in the home of a “Cesarina,” a certified home cook dedicated to sharing Italy’s culinary traditions—during this private cooking class. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, make your own way to your host’s home, and learn how to prepare three recipes with their guidance. Then, enjoy your pasta accompanied by local wine.

Private Catania Pasta-Making Class in a Local Home by Cesarine

Private Catania Pasta-Making Class in a Local Home by Cesarine

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Un’Esperienza Autentica in Sicilia Vivi un viaggio unico tra cibo e vino nel cuore della Sicilia, in una vera casa siciliana dove l’ospitalità ti farà sentire subito a casa. Sarai guidato da Angela e dalla sua famiglia, che ti accompagnerà alla scoperta dei sapori più autentici dell’isola, con piatti biologici preparati con ingredienti freschi dall’orto di famiglia, seguendo ricette tramandate da generazioni. Ogni portata è abbinata a vini Etnei selezionati della prestigiosa cantina Campo Re, le vigne amate dal Re Vittorio Emanuele II, e a vini del nostro vigneto di famiglia, prodotti con metodi antichi. Degusterai 4 vini unici, per un’esperienza autentica. Questa non è una semplice degustazione: è un’esperienza esclusiva, tra tradizione, storie siciliane e nuove amicizie, lontana dai percorsi classici dei ristoranti. Prenota ora e vivi la Sicilia autentica! Esperienza organizzata da Angela di Sicilian Soul Experience, il tuo punto di riferimento per questa esclusiva esperienza

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from $93

Una serata che ti soddisferà, degustando i 4 vini tra i migliori dell’Etna

Etna Wine and Food Tasting in an Sicilian Home in Taormina

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore the secret essence of Etna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with an elite private experience between the power of the volcano and the rarest food and wine gems of the territory. Zafferana: private tasting of 20 precious honeys, volcanic oils and organic specialties at zero km. The ascent to 2,000 meters at the Silvestri Craters offers the thrill of walking on lunar soil, admiring millennial caves and endless views away from the crowd. The highlight is access to the Murgo or Gambino Wineries, Etna's Top 5 icons. You will experience an exclusive “behind the scenes” tour through centuries-old vineyards, followed by a private gourmet lunch with 4 rare DOC labels expertly paired with typical Sicilian cuisine. Concierge Service: Private Trip with Destination Expert fluent in English. Tailor-made pick-up from Taormina, Catania, Messina or Porto, on Premium vehicles equipped with Wi-Fi and every comfort.

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from $176

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Etna Tour Silvestri Craters Tasting 4 Wines Lunch in the Cellar

Etna Tour Silvestri Craters Tasting 4 Wines Lunch in the Cellar

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the essence of eastern Sicily on a 6-hour guided tour from Catania, showcasing the stunning charm of Taormina and the hilltop village of Castelmola. Begin your adventure with a scenic drive along the Ionian coast, featuring panoramic views of the sea and Mount Etna. In Taormina, explore elegant streets filled with history, boutique shops, and cafes while learning about the town's rich cultural influences. Enjoy free time for a refreshing granita or local shopping before heading to Castelmola for breathtaking vistas and a taste of traditional almond wine. This tour offers a deep dive into Sicilian culture and an unforgettable experience of its landscapes and warmth. - 6-hour guided tour from Catania to Taormina and Castelmola - Scenic drive along the Ionian coast with views of Mount Etna - Stroll through Taormina's historic streets and enjoy free time - Visit Castelmola for stunning panoramas and local almond wine tasting

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Sicilian Adventure Taormina and Castelmola Tour from Catania Port

Sicilian Adventure Taormina and Castelmola Tour from Catania Port

6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $118

Walk along Mount Etna’s lunar landscape during the late afternoon on this 5-hour tour. Follow your guide and discover ancient lava flows, craters, and caves as you listen to the history of Europe’s highest active volcano. Reach heights of 2,000 meters above sea level and admire the beautiful fauna and flora that thrive on the volcano. Enjoy a beautiful sunset from the volcano before heading back to Catania.

Etna Sunset

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Come discover one of Sicily's most important and evocative places, led by an expert guide and lover of history and culture. Every year, it becomes increasingly appreciated and beloved by the public, as well as an ideal inspiration for film producers as the setting for several historical and contemporary films. Enjoy the flavors and locations featured in the White Lotus series, admiring evocative landscapes and views, enriched with curiosities and secrets, accompanied by a local guide in complete comfort in a large, comfortable vehicle. The schedules described are coordinated to ensure a punctual return to your cruise ship.

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from $67

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Private Tour Taormina Castelmola Giardini Naxos

Private Tour Taormina Castelmola Giardini Naxos

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Etna Tour and Lunch in a Winery with Wine Tasting

7 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $320

Discover several of Sicily’s highlight attractions, all in one day—this small-group tour makes it easy to get up close and personal with the sights. Following morning pickup from Catania, head to the UNESCO-listed Mt. Etna, one of the world’s most active volcanoes. Explore the Silvestri craters, and taste a range of local products, before visiting the Isola Bella Nature Reserve. Finally, see the resort town of Taormina, either independently or with a guide (additional expense).

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Etna 2000m & Taormina

The volcanic landscapes around Mt. Etna draw travelers from far and wide, but reaching the highest peaks can be a challenge. This adventurous full-day tour from Catania includes food-tastings in Zafferana Etnea and a visit to the Parco dell’Etna. Delve into a lava cave with a guide, marvel at Italy’s volcanic landscape from the Rifugio Sapienza, and explore the Alcantara Gorges—home to lava formations shaped over millions of years.

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from $112

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Mt. Etna and Alcantara river full day tour from Catania

Mt. Etna and Alcantara river full day tour from Catania

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Giardini Naxos, Taormina and Castelmola-White Lotus-From Catania

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from $111

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

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from $77

Bike tour of Catania by e-bike

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

If you are in Catania, or you arrive from a cruise to the terminal, you can spend a day with us of 5 - 6 hours, for an unforgettable excursion! Driver will pick you up at the place indicated by you, even if not mentioned in the pick up list. Direction Savoca about 1 hour, famous town chosen by the director Francis ford Coppola to shoot some scenes of the famous Oscar-winning film The Godfather. Stop at the Vitelli bar for a photo and tour in the small quaint town. We will continue to Taormina, a charming town called the pearl of the Mediterranean, with its unique Greek-Roman theater, ( Entrance not Included ) the characteristic alleys, decorated with souvenirs, bars and typical Sicilian clubs. Return to Catania. This tour does not include a guide, which you can possibly book upon confirmation as an extra at a cost of €uro 180.00 Catania Savoca Taormina

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from $83

Private Excursion to Taormina from Catania on the ways of the Godfather

Private Excursion to Taormina from Catania on the ways of the Godfather

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

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from $231

This tour, which follows one of the scenes from one of the most important films in the history of cinema, offers great emotions not only to fans of the aforementioned film, but also to those who love historical rural villages, of great tradition and history, to the suggestive panoramic views allow visitors to admire incredible sceneries and promontories of which you can hardly fail to be literally fascinated, a cultural tour where it embraces the nature, history and culture typical of one of the most important and largest islands in the Mediterranean.

Guided Cultural Tour of the Godfather Film in Messina

Guided Cultural Tour of the Godfather Film in Messina

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $166

Join with us the Mt Etna & Taormina tour! This excursion gives you the opportunity to visit two of the most attractive places in Sicily in just one day! Following a hiking route up to 2000 meters, you will have the chance to admire forests, craters, lava formations, and scenic views of the mountain. You will visit a volcanic cave using the equipment provided from us (helmets and torches). After the trekking, you will stop at a nice Chalet, where you will enjoy a snack with sandwiches or, according to the weather conditions, you will do a lunch with typical Sicilian Street food. The lunch will be accompanied by water and local red Etna wine. Then we will move to the beautiful town of Taormina. Relax yourself having a walk along Corso Umberto, buying some souvenirs for your relatives and friends, discovering the magic of the Greek Theater, or simply taking pictures of the beautiful landscape. The tour is in Italian and English. Upon request also in Spanish and French.

Etna and Taormina con pranzo

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $116

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Etna Tour in 4x4

Beth_S, Jun 2026

We had a great experience...

We had a great experience on this Mt. Etna tour. Luca was an excellent guide—friendly, knowledgeable, and full of interesting information about Mt. Etna and the surrounding area. He was also incredibly helpful when I climbed to one of the craters, making the experience much easier and more enjoyable. His guidance and encouragement were greatly appreciated. I highly recommend this tour, especially if you're lucky enough to have Luca as your guide!

Etna and Alcantara Gorges Excursion with lunch

Jo_E, May 2026

Fantastic and Amazing!

This Tour is the only one to go on! Brilliant from pick up to drop off, the team were fantastic! No messing about with stop off to "taste or buy" produce, first stop small hike to the cave, then main hike to a crater and stunning views, then a wonderful lunch (one pasta dish, bottled water, and coffee) all included in the price, then stop off at the Gorge which was totally amazing! Thank you so so much for a fantastic experience 💗

Catania Shore Excursion: Catania to Taormina and Castelmola

MrsGraceN_T, May 2026

Fantastic tour with scenery to die for!

Wonderful tour with our guide Chris who was knowledgeable and passionate about the history of Sicily and readily shared it in an interesting and amusing way. Castelmola is a beautiful mountain top town with amazing views and Taormina has a stunning amphitheatre which is well worth seeing and lovely cobbled streets abounding with shops. Definitely recommend!

Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania

Daniel_A, May 2026

Etna Lunch and Taormina

Our guide Carmelo made this tour a wonderful experience. He got us to Mt Etna and guided us through the aerial cable car and onto the 6000 ft elevation while informing us of the geology and history of the volcano. Nearby he gave us helmets so we could enter a lava cave. Carmelo recommended a place for lunch in Ragalna that was fabulous. From there we travel to Taormina where we had free time to roam the city streets and shops. All and all a five star experience. Kudos to Carmelo.

Mt. Etna Sunset Experience - Breathtaking Adventure from Catania

Judith_K, May 2026

I really enjoyed the Etna...

I really enjoyed the Etna tour today. It was a very pleasant and easy-going experience from start to finish. Pickup and drop-off were smooth and well organized. Our guide, Alessandro, was friendly, knowledgeable and handled the very mixed group (different ages, nationalities and fitness levels) really well. We officially started with a tasting before walking around the Etna craters and later explored a lava cave while learning about volcanic rock flows. But honestly, the tour already started in the car ride up to Etna. Alessandro shared lots of interesting information about the villages, the landscape, local food, and the volcano itself throughout the drive. Overall, a very enjoyable and informative tour that I would definitely recommend.

Catania Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group by Do Eat Better

Ellen_M, May 2026

Take Sicilian street food tour with Giselala

Gisella is a great guide. Very interesting, knowledgeable informative and helpful. She chose a varied selecion of tasty food restaurants to try. She old us about the history and culture of Sicilian foods. She got to know eveyone in the group, encouraged group dynamics, shared her own history and was viligent regarding individual dietary needs. We highly recommend her tour.

Etna and Wine an experience between nature and aromas with taste.

Hannah_M, May 2026

Alex had a great deal of...

Alex had a great deal of knowledge on volcanoes and Sicily he shared. It was have been great to dive more into the wider history of the islands and diversify the information. Gambino winery was excellent and they were generous with food and wine, but ren minutes to have an espresso outside after a meal and enjoy the grounds would have been appreciated. Lastly, please include the inclusions on the trip in the booking like F&B as we all packed snacks and share an itinerary with timings once we are all on board

Etna Morning Trip

Barbara_K, May 2026

A Path Best Taken

Luca ensured that every moment of this experience was unforgettable. During our drive to the site, he gave us background history of Catania and Mt Etna to prepare us for the adventure. When we got there, our first stop was an idyllic area where we got to take in an old lava flow. It was huge and beautiful. During that time, we sampled local trays, homemade biscotti and local wine, if we wished. After that, we drove down the road. Suited up with helmets and flashlights, we explored an old lava tube, with his guidance, an experience of a lifetime. Before our final adventure, we we given time for a snack and a break. We then hiked about about an hour around the rim of an amazing volcanic crater, truly amazing. Luca guide. He truly cared sbout those of us he guiding, not about himself, upselling us, or angling for a big tip, as we experienced just the day before. He made sure I comfortable with the hike. I am pretty fit, but older and had recent back issues. I am so glad he encouraged me to try it and he looked out for me along the way. We also had my family, including my 5 ur old grandson and he did well with every past of the trip. I will always remember this experience. Luca was also fun, playing popular and Italian music. This was not the most luxury tour I ever took, but it was one of the best. Thank you Luca. You are a true professional and obviously love what you do!

Private tour of Etna and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting from Taormina

Christy_Y, Apr 2026

We had a great tour with...

We had a great tour with Marco and would highly recommend the tour. Having a private guide allowed us to stay as long as we wanted at each place and see a little extra that having a group tour may not allow. The wine tasting and food pairing was very enjoyable. Marco was very informative and an excellent guide.

Tour Etna & Wine Tasting

Jackie_Q, Mar 2026

A must do tour

Luca was great!! He was very knowledgeable about Mt Etna and made sure to answer any and all questions. We went when it was still snowy and it was still very fun. They provided boots for those of us that forgot to pack them, which was appreciated. The winery was fantastic and offered so much food. The pairings were excellent.

Siracusa - Ortigia & Noto Tour

David_G, Oct 2025

Great Day in October

Wow what an amazing day. Small groups are the best and our driver Martino made it even better. He was extremely professional and knowledgeable. His knowledge of the region was very informative. If you like to get a taste of different towns in a day this excursion is for you. The architecture of the region is beautiful. We visited a number of churches in the towns that gives you a nice snapshot of the area history. The time is not rushed and we feel we had time to see what we wanted. Views are amazing and this time of year the crowds are very manageable. Again a shout out to Martino who made it an amazing day. We highly recommend this tour.