Top Catania Day Trips

Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto walking tour from Catania

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.

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from $126

Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Siracusa,Ortigia and Noto Tour

(1,302)

from $116

4.6

(87)

from $118

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

Catania: Morning Jeep Tour of Mount Etna and Lava Flow Caves

(115)

from $77

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(269)

from $71

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Mt. Etna is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and shouldn’t be missed when visiting Sicily, but reaching the active volcano—and getting around once there—are tough without a 4WD-equipped vehicle. On this full-day tour, get access to rugged locations standard cars can’t reach, and embark on a short hike through craters and lava flows. Top it off with a Sicilian lunch and visit to Alcantara Gorge.

Etna and Alcantara Gorges Excursion with lunch

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

(297)

from $105

Tour Etna and Wine Tasting

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Mt. Etna Sunset Experience - Breathtaking Adventure from Catania

Skip the large tour groups in Sicily, and opt for an intimate, private day trip instead. With a private driver whose focus is your personal group, see ancient Greek and Roman ruins at Neapolis Archaeological Park in Syracuse, stroll through Ortigia's small streets to shop for Sicilian products, and discover UNESCO-listed baroque architecture in Noto. Even better: A hotel or port pickup and drop-off service is also covered.

(550)

from $71

Siracusa - Ortigia & Noto Tour

4.5

(80)

from $259

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.

Catania Shore Excursion: Catania to Taormina and Castelmola

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(35)

from $157

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

Etna and Wine is a combination that is more than just an excursion, it is a journey through the most authentic flavors and volcanic landscapes of Sicily. What makes Lady Etna tour unique is the multisensory experience it offers. You will walk through lava flows and silent craters, hear millennial stories of fire and earth, and at the end you will toast with fine wines born right from the volcano. Our tour combines the strength of Etna's nature with the warmth of local wine traditions, with visits to selected wineries and tastings guided by experts. It is an authentic, intense experience, designed for those who want to experience Etna with all their senses. Our guides, are ready to make you live a unique experience. During the tasting at the winery, alcohol will be served exclusively to participants aged 21 and over. In case of presence of children, a tasting experience will be proposed with a special non-alcoholic menu.

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

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

This tour makes it easier than ever to get up close and personal with Mt. Etna: Europe’s highest active volcano, and one of Sicily’s most visible landmarks. Journey to Rifugio Sapienza, at Etna’s base, before your trek; all equipment is included, and an add-on journey to its crater is available (own expense). Next, explore the volcano’s lava caves before stopping at an area farm for a sampling of local products.

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from $188

Mt. Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Catania

Mt. Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Catania

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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

(591)

from $70

10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(136)

from $156

Etna Jeep OffRoad Tour: Lava Flows,Etna Wines,Lunch at 6,561 ft

Exciting tour by Jeep and walking on lava flows in search of hornito and lava flow caves until reaching the wonderful fracture that discovers the ancient flows that followed one another over the centuries to discover the origins of the volcano Etna. The emotion that our excursion provokes is unique. You'll feel like you're walking on the moon and going all the way to the center of the Earth. Walking along the perimeter of the great fracture you can admire the incredible succession of lava basalts. The pleasant excursion will take you to discover magical places where ETNA DOC WINES are produced where the nature of the volcanic soil mixes with the Sicilian sun. The best wineries are waiting for you to visit the vineyards grown on volcanic sand and taste the volcano wines unique in the world. Finally, a pleasant and relaxing lunch at an altitude of 6,561 ft. based on typical Sicilian products will be the right reward for a unique and unrepeatable experience.

Etna Jeep OffRoad Tour: Lava Flows,Etna Wines,Lunch at 6,561 ft

5 hours

(99)

from $141

The Godfather Movie Tour

7 hoursFree Cancellation

(339)

from $118

Private TAXI from CATANIA (wherever) to TAORMINA (or viceversa)

1 hourFree Cancellation

(11)

from $89

Discover the highest active volcano in Europe on a journey that combines geological wonders, the gastronomic excellence of Etna and the sweetness of its honey. You will taste Etna honey, olive oils, fine wines and typical products, at a selected local farm. We will take you to an altitude of 2000 meters to make you experience the thrill of walking on the edge of the Silvestri Craters, admiring the most iconic panoramic points of the volcano. The climax will be at Cantine Gambino or Murgo, among the top 5 historical out of 400 of Etna. Among vineyards and wonderful views, you will enjoy a lunch with tasting of 4 excellent wines expertly paired with traditional dishes. Your Expert Pro driver, fluent English speaker will be at your disposal to ensure you an unforgettable experience. Private pick-up and drop-off service included (Taormina, Catania, Messina or Porto) on vehicles equipped with Wi-Fi and comfort.

Volcano Etna Tour Wine Tasting Lunch in the Cellar Transfer

Volcano Etna Tour Wine Tasting Lunch in the Cellar Transfer

(19)

from $342

Etna&Taormina from Catania and Siracusa Full Day Private Tour

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(62)

from $443

Per group

Sicily has many must-see destinations, but it can be difficult to reach them all without a car. This private excursion from Catania offers a convenient solution with an itinerary that covers the southern slopes and craters of Mt. Etna, the medieval village of Castelmola, and Taormina—the city of recent “White Lotus” fame. Get to know all three in just one day, and enjoy added perks such as almond wine, too.

Etna - Taormina - Castelmola

(23)

from $288

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.

Private Tour of Taormina and Castelmola from Catania

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

(10)

from $236

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.

Private Tour Taormina Castelmola Giardini Naxos

Private Tour Taormina Castelmola Giardini Naxos

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $177

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 Gambino or Murgo 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.

Etna Tour Silvestri Craters Tasting 4 Wines Lunch in the Cellar

Etna Tour Silvestri Craters Tasting 4 Wines Lunch in the Cellar

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from $342

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.

Etna Tour - HalfDay Small Group & licensed Tour Guide

Etna Tour - HalfDay Small Group & licensed Tour Guide

6 hoursFree Cancellation

(213)

from $89

PRIVATE TRANSFER from CATANIA to TAORMINA (or VICEVERSA)

45 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

(32)

from $95

Mt. Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Catania

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valentina_m, Aug 2026

11/10 trip to Etna from Catania

We had an amazing experience today visiting Mount Etna with our multilingual guide Florence. Florence was great - knowledgeable, funny, excellent driver, answered our every question. Everything was perfect from the personalised pick up right at our hotel to the hike to Etna’s craters and rich tasting of exquisite local delicacies, wine and liquors at the end. 11/10

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

Nicole_G, Aug 2026

Great day in Sicily

Our tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable. She called to tell us exactly where to meet and how to find her. Personally, I could have skipped seeing Giardini Naxos and spent the extra time in Taormina. It was a perfect amount of time in Castelmola. The guide went above and beyond to accommodate one member of our party who was having trouble walking due to a recent surgery.

All-Inclusive Catania Street Food & Market Tour by Streaty

Karen_J, Aug 2026

Ultimate Street Food Tour

Our street food tour with Allegra was an absolute highlight! She guided us through the vibrant local market and introduced us to some fantastic hot spots. On a hot day, she had us try a traditional drink of lemon, soda water, and salt, which was incredibly refreshing and nourishing. The food was incredible—we enjoyed mouth-watering arancino, fresh seafood salad, and an array of delicious deep-fried treats. The entire experience felt wonderfully authentic. We finished the tour with fresh peaches and topped it all off with traditional Sicilian granita. Highly recommend!

Etna Morning Trip

Stanimira_V, Aug 2026

An enjoyable tour with a...

An enjoyable tour with a very pleasant guide who was very knowledgeable and passionate about Etna. Overall, the tour is suitable for everyone. The hike is steep just in the first 4-5 mins. The pace is leisurely with lots of breaks. We enjoyed the lava cave and the view from the final stop was spectacular!

Etna and Alcantara Gorges Excursion with lunch

kevin_b, Aug 2026

This trip was well worth...

This trip was well worth it for our family of four. The day broke up our weeks vacation of beach, shopping, and eating, and allowed us to soak up culture, history, and excursion. The hike to see the crater on Etna was more like a difficult walk than a hike. The views were great as you can clearly see the closest active crater on Etna. The lunch was very good, pasta, cappuccino, and gelato. The Gorge we were unprepared for unfortunately. If we were to do this again, we would 100% bring water shoes as the river is all rocks. The river is also very cold. But refreshing in summer heat. The guides were all friendly, knowledgeable, and engaging. Many of them were family members so it was great. Very good way to spend a day in Sicily and see many sites all at a once. It’s along day, you will be tired at the end. Great trip!

Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Catania

Pattie_R, Jul 2026

You Must Do This!

I' so glad I took this tour! I've been wanting to visit Mt. Etna for years! Unfortunately, I was not ready to trek up the crater with the rest of the group (it might be considered a "moderate" hike), but enjoyed sitting and experiencing the location. Our guide, Stefano, was fantastic! He had a deep knowledge of the volcano and its history. The wine and food pairing was perfect. Great food, nice wines, and the location was fantastic! I highly recommend this tour!

Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania

Kiara_L, Jul 2026

Magic Etna walk and Taormina visit

Pick up went very smoothly. About an hour before a pick up our tour guide/driver sent us a reminder of everything we need to bring. Usefull tip: altho web page allowes you to be picked up at via Etnea drivers cannot go there by car so pick something close like McDonalds 200 m from there. On the begining of out trip our guide Alessandro walked us through todays plan and possible options and throuought the whole way tried to explain us as many things as he could so that we have better experience when we arrive at Etna. As a group we decided to go on Etna volcano first and as we got there and while one part off our group went for a cable car/bus/walk option to the 3000 m, we opted for a trekking through volcanic craters with our tour guide. I would definitly recommand it. Our gudie made sure we are following him, and tried to modify the trekking due to our wishes and possibilities. He was also very patient and helpfull during tons of photos taken and showed us everything he coul think of. After visiting Etna (took us about 3 h due to the crowds) we went for a lunch/wine tasting option. I also recommand it if you are keen on experiencing Etna through specific engridients, products and wine sorts specific to that region. We finished our trip by going in Taormina. The place itself is nice and full of luxury brand stores but was very different contrast to Etna and its green and black plains. Overall I would definitly recommand this trip. We had an amazing time thanks to our guide Alessandro.

The Godfather Movie Tour

JOHN_M, Jul 2026

Good times

Great time, fun experience. Our driver Carmelo was great straight from pickup in Catania. He is very knowledgeable of the entire area on the ride out and pointing areas out to us. When we met up with another tour guide Peter, both Carmelo and Peter knew everything and anything about the towns we visited and the Godfather movie. Enjoyed all the sites visited and even our stop for a great lunch at a local pizza place in town.

Catania: Morning Jeep Tour of Mount Etna and Lava Flow Caves

Paul_G, Jun 2026

Morning tour with Ramas

Everything about this trip was brilliant Great transport Superb guide in Ramas - he gave us all such great memories and knew so much about the Mt Etna National Park The honey stop was fabulous along with wine and olive olis to sample The coffee stop had such amazing views too All in all a brilliant trip thanks to Ramas

Catania Shore Excursion: Catania to Taormina and Castelmola

STEPHEN_A, Jun 2026

Top notch small group tour with Michael "Corleone"

We were in a small group and our van driver was Michael "Corleone". He was an excellent historian and tour guide, giving us a plethora of knowledge about Taormina, Castelmola and Catania. They are all extremely beautiful cities and worth visiting, but Michael really made the tour top notch!

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.

Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto walking tour from Catania

Yuliia_G, Feb 2026

Beautiful places, great atmosphere and amazing guide

Beautiful places, great atmosphere, everything was perfectly timed, small group (just 4 of us!) and zero stress - never rushed, never boring. Huge thanks to our guide Salvatore, who was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the day flow effortlessly. Ortigia was charming, Noto was stunning, and the whole experience felt easy and enjoyable. Highly recommended!