
Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private)
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 267 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private) worth booking?
Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private) is a 6-hour experience in Taormina, Italy, from $193 per person. It scores 87 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 267 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 87 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (267)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $193 per person
First of all choose if You would like to have a Shared Small Group Tour with maximum 8 Guests, or a Private Tour only for Your party. Enjoy a 6 hours wonderful trip with a native local guide/driver, through breathtaking and colorful Etna wine countryside. You will visit typical family winery, antique farmhouse or country estate where you will discover and taste not just the best Etna wines, but also unique Organic food and pastries produced on lava territory and cooked according to the ancient recipes. Pick up at 10.00AM and drop off in Your Accommodation Taormina, Letojanni and Giardini Naxos with Local Licensed Guide and 8 seats Mercedes A/C Minivan.
What you get
About this experience
First of all choose if You would like to have a Shared Small Group Tour with maximum 8 Guests, or a Private Tour only for Your party. Enjoy a 6 hours wonderful trip with a native local guide/driver, through breathtaking and colorful Etna wine countryside. You will visit typical family winery, antique farmhouse or country estate where you will discover and taste not just the best Etna wines, but also unique Organic food and pastries produced on lava territory and cooked according to the ancient recipes. Pick up at 10.00AM and drop off in Your Accommodation Taormina, Letojanni and Giardini Naxos with Local Licensed Guide and 8 seats Mercedes A/C Minivan.
What's included
Included
- Pastries & liquors
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Wine tasting
- All Food samples
- Organic Etna Products Lunch
- Round trip transportation by Mercedes Minivan
- Local Licensed guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- Pick up & drop off in Messina & Catania area is not included. Supplement for this is 100€. Thank You
What you'll see and do
Taormina
start from taormina area
Pass by without stopping
Mount Etna
Start this wonderful culinary tour at 10am, with a pick up from your accommodation by an authorized local guide with Mercedes Minivan . Small group (Maximum 8 Guests) is guaranteed. You will continue your trip driving through Sicilian Villages, admiring local and authentic lava-stone houses, listen charming stories about Sicilian culture, tradition and food. Here You enjoy views on the best Etna vineyards. You will stop at the first venue, a small family running winery, where You will start with a glass of cool white wine. After a guided visit of cellars you will start wine and cold appetizers tasting. Tasting will include: 5 glasses of Etna wine, locally produced cheeses, salami, olives, sun-dried tomatoes. The second stop will be in a antique and unique restaurant/farmhouse. Here you continue your food and wine tour that include the Typical Mount Etna delicatessen and wine. Please inform us about Your accommodation for Pick You up and drop off. Thank You
360 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Shared SmallGroup Tour (Max 8)
Luxury Small Group Tour Duration: 6 hours All Meal & Drinks Included Mercedes Minivan Licensed Guide Pickup included
Private Tour Option
Luxury All the Food and Wine Mercedes Van Tour Guide Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sicily Activities
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Minimum number to start the Tour is 2 people
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 265 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
9 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
265 verified traveler reviews for Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Perfect small-group Sicily experience for wine&food lovers
This tour was the highlight of our long weekend break on Sicily. Orazio was the perfect guide, telling us a lot of interesting things about the island, the language, the traditions, the connection between the people and the Etna during the drive. At the winery he handed us over to another guide who took us on a short walk along the vines and then into the cellar. Then came the tasting session - 3 lovely wines and incredible small plates to go with them, followed by a short drive to a restaurant where we were treated to more courses and more wines. Everything was delicious, we all had a great time - the perfect gastrotourism experience!
via Viator
Not Worth It
Not worth the price tag. Our driver was great, but you’ll only end up going to one winery worth visiting. I’ve taken other wine tours through Viator that allow you to go to two wineries. With this tour you only visit one, and then you go to lunch at a place that happens to have vineyards but you don’t learn anything about the wine or the food and the service is incredibly slow. Don’t waste your money, book your wine tours privately with actual vineyards.
Response from the operator: Dear Guest, thanks a lot for Your review. We are sad You didn't enjoy our tour. We always suggest to our Guests to read the description of the tour before booking it. If You go and read the description of the tour You are going to do exactly what You are mentioning: 1 winery and 1 restaurant farmhouse. Also the name suggest that is not a wineries tour, it is "Etna food and wine tour" where You drink and eat typical Etna products, including Your lunch. Hope this can clarify :)
via Viator
Great wines...great food...great guide
Such a great guide and loved the information and locations. We were a group of 8 - it was a lucky mix of global strangers. Wine and food was top quality. I would definitely recommend the time and cost for this experience.
via Tripadvisor
One of two activities was well done.
There were two parts. The first is a tour of a winery on the lower slopes of Mt Etna followed by a wine tasting with some small snacks. This was very well done and fits the tour description. The second was a lunch nearby. Neither the food nor wine were very interesting and weren’t discussed in any detail. The tour was six hours and the last few forgettable
via Viator
A good trip but one winery short
We had a lovely trip, visiting a stunning vineyard on Etna with views of the volcano followed by a nice lunch and wine. Our only complaint would be we only went to one winery, it would have been nice to have gone to at least one more.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $193 to $369
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 93
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Sicily Activities, who run 6 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 68.4.
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Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Taormina.
How much does Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private) cost?
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Prices start at $193 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Taormina usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private) take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Taormina is not rushed.
Is Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 87 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 267 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Taormina, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private)?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private) suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private)?
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Around 93 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Taormina can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Taormina and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private) start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Taormina within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Taormina?
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On Outty we rank every Taormina experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include COOKING CLASS in Taormina at Chef Massimo HOUSE!!, Sea View Sicilian Cooking Class & Taormina Market with Chef Mimmo, Mount Etna Half-Day Small Group Tour from Taormina. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Taormina?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Taormina?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private)?
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Included: Pastries & liquors; Hotel pickup and drop-off; Wine tasting; All Food samples; and Organic Etna Products Lunch. Not included: Gratuities; and Pick up & drop off in Messina & Catania area is not included. Supplement for this is 100€. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private) include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 231 listed pickup locations in and around Taormina. Be ready about 5 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private) offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private)?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private) if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private)?
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Across 267 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
What booking options are available for Etna Countryside Food & Wine Lovers Tour (Small Group or Private)?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Shared SmallGroup Tour (Max 8), Private Tour Option. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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