Top Sicily 4WD Tours

Explore Europe's highest active volcano with this Jeep tour on Mount Etna. Join a nature guide and head up to about 2,000 meters (6,500 feet) to discover lava flows and extinct craters, plus take in the views over the Caldera del Valle del Bove. Then don a helmet and headlamp and venture into a lava tube to better to learn how lava flows are formed and cool.

Beat the heat and the crowds with a morning tour of Mount Etna. Cover more ground by exploring on board a sturdy Jeep, views over the lunar landscapes in the Valle del Bove, and the flora and fauna of the thick woods blanketing the lower slopes. Cap off your tour with a tasting of local specialties including honey, wine, and liqueurs.

An unforgettable excursion: ascent by Cable Car and 4x4 Bus up to 2850m (transport tickets not included, 45 € per person to be purchased on site, preferably in cash to speed up check-in). From here the route begins on foot, a fascinating stage will be that on some extinct craters, eruptive vents and lava fractures. It will continue to Barbagallo craters at 3000 meters. From here you can observe the majestic Summit Craters and admire recent lava flows (01 - 12 - 2023), until you reach the inside of a lava flow channel. You will visit the effusive vent of the 2002 eruption and from here you will descend along the sands to Montagnola from where you will observe the Valle del Bove, a great volcano-tectonic depression. Breathtaking views that few other places in the world can convey. The return walk by cable car allows you to take a last look at this enchanting lunar landscape, for about 4 hours of total walking

Discover Etna and the Alcantara Gorges! The perfect mix of adventure and refreshing relax! The excursion begins by SUV or minivan (up to 8 people), together with our experienced guides. Our first stop is an off-road trip to the 2002 eruption lava fron. Continuing along the Via Mareneve, in the middle of the Ragabo pine forest, we will arrive at the starting point of our trekking to the Monti Sartorius craters. We will continue on foot, starting at 1650 metres and arriving at an altitude of 1750 metres, an easy walk suitable for everyone. We will then explore a lava flow cave, the Grotta dei Ladroni, equipped with helmets and torches. We will stop at a local chalet or restaurant for lunch (included in the price: a first course, drink and coffee). After lunch, we will reach the characteristic Alcantara Gorges, also known as the Larderia Gorges. A refreshing and relaxing visit to a wonderful place. You can cool off in the Alcantara river in the middle of the canyon of the Gorges!

You will visit the most evocative places of Etna on board our off-road vehicles, accompanied by expert and certified guides who will be able to make the experience unique and unforgettable. You will discover the most interesting places of the highest volcano in Europe with some stops and short excursions suitable for all participants: it will be exciting and fun! After the meeting at the meeting point, where you will find parking for your cars (it will be possible to have breakfast), you will get on our off-road vehicles and the excursion will begin. The first stop will be close to or even above the longest lava flow of the 1900s with a short walk on the "sciara". Once again we will go right to the most panoramic point of the famous "bove valley". We will then face an off-road stretch of road that will lead us even higher up. Arrived at about 2,000 meters we will walk around a volcano. Then, wearing the appropriate safety equipment, we will enter a lava flow tunnel!

Exciting Jeep tour and walk on the crests of the craters in search of hornito and lava flow caves until reaching the wonderful view of the prehistoric Valle del Bove to discover the origins of the Etna volcano. The emotion that our excursion provokes is unique. You will feel like walking on the moon and going to the center of the Earth. Walking along the summit perimeter of the craters you can admire the incredible volcanic cone from where the lava came out. The pleasant excursion will take you to discover magical places where nature expresses itself simultaneously with destruction and reconstruction. Finally, the pleasant and relaxing tasting of typical Sicilian products will be the right reward for a unique and unrepeatable experience.

Mount Etna is Europe’s largest active volcano but its spectacular hiking trails are often poorly marked and challenging to follow. With this guided small-group excursion, explore the lunar landscape without the hassle of reading a trail map and visit lava fields, extinct craters, and a lava tube cave in just a few hours. Delve into the area’s geothermal history and activity and take in sweeping views over the Valle del Bove.

Explore Mount Etna, the world's most active stratovolcano, on this small-group hiking tour from Catania. Ride up the mountain on a 4WD vehicle and take a moderate hike through Mount Etna's moon-like landscape in the Valley del Bove depression. Explore Etna's largest caldera, aka a large crater, and take in spectacular views of the Sicilian landscape and the Ionian Sea.

Located on the island of Sicily, Mt Etna is the tallest active volcano in Europe. Explore the different aspects of the dynamic mountain on this active tour from Catania which includes hiking up to the inner craters and (safely) entering a lava cave. See ancient lava flows, learn about the geological history of the volcano, and admire panoramic views of eastern Sicily.

Trek around Mount Etna on this tour with a small group and an expert trekking guide. Set off from Taormina to spend the day learning about the volcano's history, exploring craters and lava caves. Stop at a local chalet for an included snack and wine. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off can be arranged on request.

Enjoy a physical perspective of Sicily on a tour to Mt. Etna, the tallest active volcano in Europe. Do a little trekking, check out an old crater and lava flow caves, and admire gorgeous views of the mountain and surrounding landscape at sunset. Plus, stop by a farm to taste local products like honey and wine. Hotel pickup in Catania is included.

Marvel over the geological wonders of Mount Etna on this action-packed small-group tour from Catania. Soak up the dramatic scenery of Europe’s highest active volcano as you trek along its paths, explore a cave formed by lava, and taste local products. Then, spend the afternoon enjoying your free time in Taormina, among medieval churches, ancient Greek theater, and a lively shopping district.

A morning spent walking amongst extinct craters , lava trails and breath-taking sites from the mountain. Your guide will add to the experience by explaining the history, science, traditions of the sites and of the local (culinary) taste! (starting from Catania)

While your ship is in port, see more of Sicily on a full-day to Taormina. Take a guided tour of this historical city, including a stroll along Corso Umberto, once an ancient Roman street, and a visit to the Greco-Roman Theater. Plus, admire views of Mt. Etna and Giardini-Naxos bay from Castelmola. Pickup and drop-off from the ports of Messina and Giardini Naxos are included.

Mount Etna National Park includes a vast area and visiting in one day can be a challenge. Cover more ground and see the best of Europe's highest active volcano with this Jeep, Minivan tour from Taormina. Set off through the thick forests and bare lunar landscapes along the mountain slopes, stopping to admire ancient lava flows, a lava tube, extinct craters, and views over the Valle del Bove.

Spend a day discovering Europe’s highest active volcano and lava caves on this Mt. Etna tour. As you travel from Taormina or Giardini Naxos, learn all about the infamous Sicilian volcano from a guide. Then, leave the vehicle to trek along the trails of Parco dell’Etna, and visit an intriguing lava cave back at ground level.

Put some distance between you and the crowds and explore the trails safely on this guided off-road excursion. Explore the Alcantara Valley and the slopes of Mt. Etna, zipping through the countryside behind your guide to discover the most scenic trails and paths without the hassle of following a map. Test your driving skills as a lone driver or bring a passenger along for a tandem drive, and enjoy plenty of stops to snap photos along the way.

Fantastic jeep adventure between history and culture Madonita through mixed off-road routes and mountain roads, we will visit the village of Pollina and Castelbuono.We will cross the park admiring wild animals and breathtaking landscapes in the wildest Sicily. Arrive at the village of Pollina perched on a rocky mountain at about 1000m, we will take a nice walk through its small and ancient medieval streets to get to the pink theater of Greek reproduction.From here you can enjoy a unique view of the Madonie Park and the Aeolian Islands.Our adventure continues, on off-road routes, in the direction of the canyons of Val Demone among ancient olive trees to reach the village of Castelbuono where we will have a small tasting of Fiasconaro panettone and tour inside the village with Sicilian street-food lunch or picnic in the woods at the foot of Pizzo Carbonara. Return to Cefalu descending among the wonderful vineyards of Santanastasia Abbey.

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.

A unique and fascinating experience, you will feel like the protagonists of the film by the great director Fransis Ford Coppola! Our Guide will tell you some very interesting anecdotes, such as why you chose these two cities or about the writer of the film, very suggestive will be the excursion to these places.... The visit of these two cities will excite you indelibly... You will touch the life of the 70s in these small rural towns... Fun will be ensured by the presence of our expert guides.

Snack your way through the streets of Palermo on this Sicilian food tour. Explore backstreet markets and food stalls specializing in local delicacies such as stuffed rice balls and chickpea fritters as your guide fills you in on local history and culture. Find eateries you’d probably miss going alone. Plus, this small-group tour has a limited number of participants for a more personalized experience.

Indulge your love of food and wine on this all-day tour of the Etna countryside. After a convenient hotel pickup, learn about the region’s history and culture from a local guide as you cruise through scenic Sicilian villages. Stop at a family-run winery and an antique farmhouse with delicious food. Enjoy wine tastings and samples of local cheeses, salami, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes.

The Etna 2000 Morning jeep tour is designed to give everyone the chance to discover the most important places of Etna and to have a complete picture of its history, evolution and activity. We will begin the excursion from the lava flows that in past centuries destroyed the Etna villages and we will arrive at about 2000m above sea level at the ski and tourist resort of Mount Etna. Along the way, equipped with helmets and torches, we will visit a wonderful volcanic cave (lava tube), the famous Valle del Bove from a lookout and always accompanied by our passionate guides we will make a pleasant trek around the side craters, like the Silvestri Craters . In fact, there are over 300 extinct lateral craters on Mount Etna. The excursion is carried out on board our 4X4 jeeps with which we reach the various points of interest and throughout the journey our guides will provide you with all the information on Etna and in the end you will love it as we do