Top Sicily Nature Walks in 2026

The jeep drives us through scenic roads to the picturesque Monte Alveira, residence of the Antica Noto. The atmosphere changes, and we find ourselves immersed in the charm of the ruins that tell centuries of stories. The next stop is the descent into the Cava Carosello canyons. The hiking trail leads us through its majestic rock walls, and soon we find ourselves among the ancient Byzantine tanneries carved into the caves, a tangible testimony of past trade and craftsmanship. Along the way, the sound of waterfalls announces the approach to hanging ponds. Here, the crystal clear waters are lost between the curves of the canyon, creating a heavenly setting. An irresistible opportunity for a refreshing natural bath.

Sicily’s romantic atmosphere and unconventional history have seduced visitors for millennia but are easy to miss in the bustle of modern travel. This private walking tour immerses you in rustic hill towns and the history of the Sicilian Mafia—including visits to filming sites of The Godfather movie—and the anti-Mafia fight. Includes round-trip transport from anywhere in Taormina.

Get off the beaten path and discover the hidden hotspots favored by locals on this in-depth food and drink crawl through Palermo. Hit the cobbled, attraction-packed streets of the old town, passing by top monuments as you sample traditional Sicilian delicacies paired with wine or beer. Top it off with a cannolo or gelato from one of the city’s most atmospheric cafes.

The adjective that could define Catania is sumptuous. After the earthquake of 1693 a city of extraordinary beauty was rebuilt where the Baroque buildings draw marvelous scenographic perspectives. Through art and archeology it will be possible to hear the history and culture of a people that has always built the city where it has always been.

Mount Etna is Europe's largest active volcano, but you don’t have to climb the mighty peak to experience the natural wonder. On this full-day tour from Taormina, hike through the ancient woodlands and lava caves of Mt Etna; indulge in a Sicilian-style lunch and wine tasting; and explore the Alcantara Gorge. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

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.

Accompanied by expert nature guides, you will embark on an enriching excursion where we’ll unveil the secrets of this fascinating volcano, its eruptions, and its relationship with local inhabitants, flora, and fauna. This experience is designed with several stages to showcase the diverse features of the volcano, offering an engaging and informative journey. Your experience will begin with a departure time scheduled according to the sunset, which varies throughout the season. After a transfer you will explore the fascinating landscape of Mount Etna, walking among ancient side craters and along scenic volcanic trails shaped by past eruptions. As the light begins to change, you will reach a panoramic viewpoint where you can relax and enjoy the unforgettable colours of the sunset over the volcano. The total walking distance is around 4 km on easy terrain, making it suitable for anyone with a normal level of fitness. No deep steep slopes are involved.

EtnaGrantour is dedicated to those who want to experience the most complete visit possible with only one day available. Generally excursions on Etna are offered in half a day with the visit of a single slope. Etna Grantour allows you to get to know 3 slopes of Etna Park starting from the Etna villages up to an altitude of about 2000 meters. Il Mattino we will dedicate to Trekking (about 2/3 hours) on the trails of the Etna park. After the "fatigues" of the walk, you will therefore have earned a refreshment stop based on local specialties. In the afternoon we will continue aboard the off-road vehicles for a 4x4 safari on off-road routes. You will also see: - The barren lava fields of ancient and recent castings - The pioneer and endemic vegetation of the lavas - Tourist locations destroyed by eruptions - The side craters extinguished with a button panel - The majestic caldera of the Valle del Bove - A volcanic cave of lava flow (lava tube)

A walk through the beauties of a city that has known moments of enormous glory in the past that reverberates in its buildings. In the Archaeological Park of Neapolis you can admire the imposing ruins of the Greek city where there are buildings carved into the rock like the ancient Greek Theater, the Roman Amphitheater and the Altar of Hieron II. But it will be very pleasant to spend time inside the Latomia del Paradiso, an ancient stone quarry, where you will be amazed by the grandeur of the Ear of Dionysius. Moving to Ortigia with your own cars, the visit will be conducted through the narrow alleys of the historic center of Siracusa where the history of the Mediterranean is preserved. The ruins of the Temple of Apollo and the beauty of Piazza Duomo with its admirable Cathedral will drag us into the excitement of a journey through history. Simply rich, dense and exciting.

Embark on an immersive journey through the bustling streets of Catania. Start with a walk through the famous A’ Piscaria Mercato del Pesce, tasting fresh seafood, arancini, cannoli, and other Sicilian specialties. Learn about local culinary traditions and enjoy a market experience that immerses you in the flavors of the city. Continue exploring charming streets and historic sites while your guide introduces you to authentic local cuisine. If you prefer, alternative options like horse meat can be included. End your tour with a sweet treat of torrone and other street food delights, ensuring a full Sicilian culinary experience.

Discover one of Mount Etna’s most fascinating volcanic adventures, an exceptional alternative to the summit craters. Trek through ancient and recent lava flows, dramatic fractures, eruptive vents and impressive craters, exploring the features that reveal how magma once travelled through the volcano. Your journey begins at 1,800 m with an 8 km ascent by authorized 4×4 vehicle to approximately 2,800 m. Along the way, your volcanological guide introduces Etna’s extraordinary geology and eruptive history. Explore the North-East Rift, visit the vents that fed past lava flows and, when conditions permit, enter the remarkably preserved interior of a volcanic cone wearing a protective helmet. Continue along impressive crater rims and descend soft volcanic ash slopes, surrounded by cones formed during centuries of flank eruptions. An unforgettable journey into Etna’s wild volcanic heart.

Venture away from the bustling city of Catania and explore the nearby villages of Taormina and Castelmola on this full-day tour. Start your day off in Taormina, where you have free time to explore the village on your own. Then, join a small group and explore the panoramic village of Castelmola, with its panoramic views, and enjoy a swim session in the Mediterranean to cap off your day.

Finding the best cannoli bakeries—pasticcerie—in Taormina can be a fun challenge, but it can also turn into fruitless trips between neighborhoods. With this tour, take the guesswork out and let a chef help you prepare cannoli from scratch, using traditional recipes starting with the crusty shell and ending with sweet ricotta cream. When you’re done, taste your creations and receive a “cannoli expert” certificate.

Get more out of your time in the Vendicari Nature Reserve, and explore it with a local guide, just for your own group. You’ll learn about the landscapes of wetlands and dunes that stretch alongside the shores of the Ionian coast, and discover the birdlife that abounds. Round-trip transport from Syracuse is included.

ETNA & TAORMINA **ATTENTION : Tour available ONLY departing from Catania Tour not available for cruise passengers Mount Etna is the highest active terrestrial volcano in the Eurasian Plate. Its frequent eruptions throughout history have changed, sometimes profoundly, the surrounding landscape, coming several times to threaten the populations settled around it. The UNESCO Committee, has included Mount Etna in the list of assets constituting the World Heritage Site. Taormina is a famous tourist city also visited by artists, writers and intellectuals (among these stayed there Goethe and Truman Capote). Particularly loved not only for its scenic beauty and fantastic panorama, but also for its “dolce vita”, permissiveness and transgression. Punctuality, efficiency, elegance, experience and professionalism. Available to meet any customer need. Assistance throughout the tour. "Happiness is a JOURNEY, not a destination...!!!"

Accompanied by expert nature guides, you’ll uncover the secrets of its geology, learn how past eruptions shaped the landscape, and understand the powerful forces that continue to transform this extraordinary environment. The experience includes the exploration of a fascinating lava cave, equipped with helmets and lights, where you’ll walk inside a tunnel formed by ancient lava flows. After the cave, you’ll enjoy a gentle panoramic walk across old lava fields, discovering unique rock formations, volcanic deserts and endemic vegetation. Along the trail, you’ll also reach and explore extinct lateral craters, which offer wide, breathtaking views over the Etna territory and a deeper insight into the volcano’s evolution.

Live an authentic journey into the flavors and traditions of Sicily with our immersive experience in the family business. We will welcome you warmly, and then accompany you to a special place: our olive grove, where everything begins and magic comes to life. You will walk among the olive trees, breathing the history and beauty of the landscape, and then visit our oil mill and discover the traditional machinery with which our extra virgin olive oil is born. Thanks to Virtual Reality, you will live a unique moment: you will be at the center of the harvest, you will be able to follow every step of the process – from the olive harvest to the extraction of the oil – as if you were there with us, under the Sicilian sun. Lunch included : – Simple and flavored extra virgin olive oil – Typical Sicilian bread – Local olives – Cheese – Local salami – Bruschetta with our pestos - Stuffed lace according to season - Dessert made with ricotta or honey Wine included

Our tour of Mount Etna takes you to the maximum altitude allowed, up to 3000-3400 meters, for an authentic experience away from the most tourist routes. With a 4-5 hour trek, you will walk over active craters, closely observing the fumaroles and degassing of the volcano top. We will reach an altitude of 2500 meters with the cable car (ticket to be paid separately on site), and then continue on foot between lunar landscapes and breathtaking views of Sicily. The route also includes a visit to a lava flow cave, a unique opportunity to discover the underground formations shaped by eruptions. Groups limited to 10 people, equipment provided and a perfect experience for true hiking enthusiasts. An intense adventure, reserved for those who want to experience Etna in its wildest and most spectacular essence.

Vivi un'esperienza unica alla scoperta del cappero di Salina, un prodotto tipico che racconta la storia e la tradizione dell'isola. Inizierai con una visita a un cappereto, dove scoprirai cos'è il cappero, come viene raccolto e trasformato, e imparerai anche a conoscere la biodiversità locale. Successivamente, parteciperai a una degustazione esclusiva a base di prodotti del cappero, vegetali locali e formaggi, il tutto abbinato a tre vini locali scelti per esaltare ogni sapore. Un viaggio tra sapori autentici e la ricca biodiversità di Salina.

Mount Etna is the largest active volcano in Europe and its fertile slopes produce Sicily’s finest gourmet specialties. Experience its striking landscape and excellent cuisine with this excursion. Set off from Rifugio Sapienza by cable car and jeep to one of the most recent craters, where you’ll continue on foot to admire hardened lava flows and caves. Then relax at a local family farm to taste honey, olive oil, wine, and other delicacies.

Visit two notable Sicilian landmarks in one day on this private tour. First, tour Valley of the Temples, one of the best examples of Grecian architecture still standing. Learn about ancient life in the region and why the site was awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Then visit Garden of the Kolymbetra, a lush oasis of fruit trees, flowers, and native flora.

Escape the busy city and crowded beaches and spend a few hours immersed in Sicily’s stunning nature on this private tour to the Vendicari Natural Reserve. This coastal oasis is home to wild beaches, ancient ruins, and diverse ecosystems—great for those who want to see a different side of the island. Go with a guide for a walk through the park and learn about the history of this area.

Explore the unique landscape of an enormous volcano at with this 6-hour small-group sunset walking tour of Mt Etna from Taormina. Hike through the forest to see extinct craters and other evidence of past eruptions. Visit one of the most dramatic of the mountain's lava caves. Enjoy a light meal with wine made on Mt Etna and watch the sun go down.

Avoid the midday heat and crowds on Mount Etna with this afternoon excursion, which times your hike on the volcanic slopes for peak sunset views. Enjoy hassle-free transportation directly from Catania, and kick off your adventure with a stop at a local organic farm for a food tasting. Then head up through the lava fields, stopping along the way to explore a volcanic cave. Once at the top, you'll follow your guide along a panoramic hiking trail, arriving at the most scenic spot just as the sun begins to sink below the horizon.