Private tour of Etna and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting from Taormina in Catania
Catania, Italy

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

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87/100

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Is Private tour of Etna and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting from Taormina worth booking?

Private tour of Etna and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting from Taormina is a 5-hour experience in Catania, Italy, from $79 per person. It scores 87 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 256 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 (256)
Duration
5 hours
From
$79 per person

During the private tour by comfortable air-conditioned car, you will visit Etna - the highest active volcano in Europe. This tour is private - only for your party, nobody else to ensure the highest standards for our clie

What you get

  • Visit of one of the best Etna wineries and food and wine tasting
  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off
  • Private driver/guide
  • Guided tour of Etna

About this experience

During the private tour by comfortable air-conditioned car, you will visit Etna - the highest active volcano in Europe. This tour is private - only for your party, nobody else to ensure the highest standards for our clients. Your friendly private guide will pick you up at your accommodation, port or train station in Taormina, Giardini Naxos, Letojanni or nearby Area. You will get to know the history of volcano creation, about eruptions, culture, myths, and folklore of "Mamma Etna" and Sicily itself. Driving by private car through authentic mountain villages and visit some extinct craters. Then you will visit one of the best Etna wineries and have lunch of fresh local food with fine red and white Sicilian wines. We recommend wearing comfortable closed-toe shoes and bringing extra layers, such as something warm and a windbreaker or rain jacket, to be prepared for changing weather conditions.

What's included

Included

  • Visit of one of the best Etna wineries and food and wine tasting
  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off
  • Private driver/guide
  • Guided tour of Etna
  • Private tour only for your party by comfortable air-conditioned car
  • Private local tour leader
  • Lunch
  • Round-trip transportation by private comfortable car

Not included

  • Cable car to an altitude of 3000 m (78 Euro for 1 person)
  • Gratuities

What you'll see and do

  1. Taormina

    Your personal tour leader will pick you up at your accommodation/port in Taormina area, and you will start your wonderful private travel to the highest active volcano in Europe. Driving by comfortable, air-conditioned car through the small authentic mountain villages, you will admire unforgettable picturesque views of Sicilian countryside full of oranges and lemon plantations, olives and almond trees, houses and churches built of lava stone. Our first stop will be in Zafferana Etnea, small charming village on Etna slope, famous with its honey. You will visit a local honey store and taste the produce of the fertile volcano terrain - honey, olive oil, olives, wines and liquors. We recommend wearing comfortable closed-toe shoes and bringing extra layers, such as something warm and a windbreaker or rain jacket, to be prepared for changing weather conditions.

    Pass by without stopping

  2. Mount Etna

    You will continue to ascend Etna reaching "Rifugio Sapienza" station at 2000 mt. Here you can visit famous Silvestri Craters, admire breathtaking panoramas, visit souvenir shops offering gifts of lava, refresh yourself in some bar or restaurant. Optional ascent by cable car and jeep with the authorized Alpine guide to 3000 mt. If the tour starts in Messina you will visit the Sartorius Craters. After visiting Mt.Etna, the guide will chauffeur you in relax to one of the best wineries on Etna slope. At the winery you will have will have a tour of the estate, see how the grape is growing, and visit the cellars, while the expert sommelier explains you all about the wine making process and the history of this family run winery. Then you will have traditional delicious and hearty lunch of locally produced cheeses, salami, prosciutto, fresh bread, olives and home-made olive oil and a traditional pasta dish. A professional sommelier will offer you 4 glasses of Sicilian Etna red and white wines.

    360 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers.

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en, it
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Prestelli Sicily Tours

Know before you go

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Bring comfortable shoes and a jacket
  • We have private tours, only for your party, however at the beginning of the excursion we will give each guest a mask, protective gloves and hand sanitizer.

Photos

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Good to know

Duration
5 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$79 to $325
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
90
Verdict
Exceptional

Why this scores 87

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
Review evidence (18% weight)88
Booking momentum (14% weight)85
Value for money (12% weight)72
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)67
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Private tour of Etna and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting from Taormina: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Catania.

How much does Private tour of Etna and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting from Taormina cost?

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Prices start at $79 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Catania usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Private tour of Etna and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting from Taormina take?

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Plan for about 5 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 Catania is not rushed.

Is Private tour of Etna and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting from Taormina 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 256 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Catania, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Private tour of Etna and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting from Taormina?

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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 Private tour of Etna and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting from Taormina suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Private tour of Etna and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting from Taormina?

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Around 90 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 Catania 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 Catania and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Private tour of Etna and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting from Taormina 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 Catania 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 Catania?

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On Outty we rank every Catania experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Catania Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group by Do Eat Better, Etna Tour in 4x4 or MiniVan, Etna Morning tour with lunch included (departure from Catania). 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 Catania?

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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 Catania?

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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.

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