Private Tour of Mount Etna and Etna Winery Visit with Tasting from Syracuse
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Private Tour of Mount Etna and Etna Winery Visit with Tasting from Syracuse

By Prestelli Sicily Tours
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Duration: 6–8 hours
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  • Private tour only for your party by comfortable air-conditioned car
  • Private local licensed guide
  • Private driver/guide
  • Guided tour of Etna
  • Visit to local honey store and tasting of honey, jams, olives, olive oils, wines and liquors
  • Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off
  • Round-trip transportation by private comfortable car
  • Bottled water
  • Visit of one of the best Etna wineries and food and wine tasting
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Entry/Admission - Mount Etna
What's not included
  • Cable car to an altitude of 3000 m (78 Euro for 1 person)
  • Gratuities


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • Your private guide will pick you up at your hotel or port in Siracusa.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Port pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.
      • Siracusa port
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Wheelchair accessible
        • Stroller accessible
        • Service animals allowed
        • Near public transportation
        • Infants must sit on laps
        • Infant seats available
        • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
        • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 35040P47

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
        • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
        • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
        • 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.
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 35040P47

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        $395.65
        per adult (price varies by group size)
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          You will continue to ascend Etna reaching "Rifugio Sapienza" station at 2000mt. Here you will 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/4X4 with an authorized Alpine guide to 3000mt. 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 lunch of locally produced cheeses, salami, prosciutto, fresh bread, olives and olive oil and a typical pasta dish. A professional sommelier will offer you 4 glasses of Sicilian Etna red and white wines. After your private tour, your guide will drop you off at your accommodation or port in Siracusa.
        About the operator
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        • Prestelli Sicily Tours
          779
          Taormina, Italy
          Joined in January 2016
        • carolbD9282GZ
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Best day ever!!!
          Best day ever!!!! Carrado was our private tour guide and was amazing! Great communication and flexibility with our departure times as we were driving from Italy. He can pick you up at your hotel! Carrado was very knowledgeable of the area. We learned things on the ride up Etna. He had extra outerwear in case we needed it, water. We decided to take the cable car and hike a little to the craters. It was a beautiful sunny day above the clouds! AND.. Etna erupted less than a week before and was still having small eruptions as we got closer. He took us to a lava cave that we never would have found on our own. Then to the BEST little winery for tasting and amazing food all prepared fresh. The winery is run by brothers called Vinni Lizzio! It’s February so we were the only ones there and felt like part of the family. In summer you can sit outside with spectacular views!! Book it.. you will not regret a thing!!
          Written February 11, 2025
        • anamariey2024
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Etna wines and Sicilian food!
          We booked a Private 6-Hour Tour of Three Etna Wineries with food&wine tasting with Prestelli Sicily Tours through Trip Advisory. Our driver and guide, Omar, was the best! He was punctual, kind and very professional!
          Written February 8, 2025
        • Anne H
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent tour to experience the diversity of Sicilian vineyards.
          Omar was a great guide, very entertaining and knowledgeable about Sicily. We would highly recommend this tour especially the Gelsomino Vinyard and Le Vite Vinyard. The Gambino Vinyard was a bit crowded, although they have a good selection on wine.
          Written December 30, 2024
        • TuomoL33
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent
          Excellent trip. Corrado was very kind, knowledgesble and friendly. A superb experience. Great visit to wineyard after Etna.
          Written December 6, 2024
        • gvgb
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          They take care of you like family!!
          THIS is the company to TRUST! Every member of this company cares about you and takes care of you completely!! We had a terrible morning because our ship docked at a different location than what is normally used which left us separated from our guide. Even though we lost time in the morning, this company went out of their way to more than make up for it! When booking the excursion we asked them to take us to a specialty shop for some specific items. Imagine our surprise and pleasure to find out that the office manager went to the shop and got the items for us, then drove to meet us on tour, surprising us with the items! How gracious, kind and thoughtful, this allowed us to keep to the tour and get our items without wasting time. We cannot say enough about Prestelli Sicily Tours and will always use them when we travel to Sicily!
          Written November 26, 2024
        • Anthony M
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Lovely day with Corrado around Etna.
          Had a great day with Corrado who collected us on time and accompanied on the Etna chairlift, weather was great, organised by Corrado 👌, amazing views we took bus to crater rim. Visit to Honey/wine shop and lunch on way back to drop off. Lunch was excellent being royally entertained by Antonio as one of the family operating the winery. Bought a few bottles of his unusual but excellent wines. Well done Corrado for a memorable day with good knowledgable guide/host.
          Written November 14, 2024
        • markkob69
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Magical Day
          What a magical day touring wineries in Mt. Etna region! Elena was a fantastic guide and we couldn’t have asked for a better day. All 3 wineries were diverse and incredible. Was a dream day for me and my fiance.
          Written November 13, 2024
        • closeknit
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Must do walk around Mt. Etna!
          We actually did two tours with Prestelli - this one and the six hour tour to 3 wineries. The tour guides were top notch - Alessandra for our Mt. Etna tour, and Elena for the winery tours. Both were extremely knowledgeable as well as wonderful to talk to. We highly enjoyed walking around Mt. Etna and were lucky to have a beautiful day with clear views. The company itself was extremely easy to deal with. Highly recommend using them!
          Written November 12, 2024
        • closeknit
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Wonderful Day!
          We actually did two tours with Prestelli - this one and one to Mt. Etna walk with lunch and wine tasting at a winery. The tour guides were top notch - Alessandra for our Mt. Etna tour, and Elena for the winery tours. Both were extremely knowledgeable as well as wonderful to talk to. My favorite winery was one I actually chose - Filippo Grasso. The only thing I would inquire about is how many wines you will actually taste at each winery. Some of the wineries seemed more interested in giving you a lot of food and less wine - still wonderful but we were expecting more wine and less food. The company itself was extremely easy to deal with. Highly recommend using them!
          Written November 12, 2024
        • Passport756925
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing walking tour of Ortigia with a true local
          We had the pleasure of touring Ortigia with the most wonderful guide, Biagio Giaccone through Prestelli tours. Prestelli were very easy and flexible to work with. Biagio was incredibly knowledgable, informative, interesting and fun. He was such a pleasure to spend time with provided an insiders perspective to the beautiful and rich history, culture, and charm of Ortigia.
          Written November 2, 2024
        • W877NEjohns
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Mt Etna Exploration
          Exploring Mt Etna with Alberto is nothing short of extraordinary. As a passionate geology student, Alberto brings an unmatched depth of knowledge to every tour. His enthusiasm for volcanic activity and geological formations is contagious, making the entire experience both educational and thrilling. What sets Alberto apart is his ability to break down complex geological concepts into easily understandable and fascinating insights. His tours are meticulously planned, ensuring that you not only see the highlights of Mt Etna but also understand the science behind this magnificent natural wonder. Safety is always a priority with Alberto, and he goes above and beyond to ensure that all participants feel secure and informed throughout the journey. His friendly demeanor and genuine passion for geology create an inviting and enriching atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned geologist or a curious traveler, Alberto's Mt Etna tours are an absolute must. Prepare to be captivated by his expertise and the raw beauty of one of the world's most active volcanoes. Highly recommended!
          Written October 30, 2024
        • K8675EZchristinem
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great Experience!
          What a great experience! Our guide Daniele made our whole day one of the highlights of our visit to Sicily (an unscheduled stop was our favorite part!) His knowledge of the volcano was impressive and the winery and farmhouse lunch was very enjoyable. I'd highly recommend!
          Written October 30, 2024
        • Journey25971922359
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A must see if you loved the godfather movies!
          We loved the Godfather tour. Our guide Bruno shared many insights of the movies being filmed. Bruno was a terrific guide. He made our tour very memorable.
          Written October 29, 2024
        • jamiho
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Fantastic personal tour of Etna
          Prestelli Tours was a pleasure to work with from beginning to end. The office staff answered emailed questions very promptly during the planning phase, which made it so easy. What’s more, they didn’t even request a deposit. Payment is requested in cash at the time of the tour. And then the tour: our guide Alberto picked us up right at our hotel in Taormina and he was wonderful. He is studying for his advanced degree in vulcanology at the local university, and has lived his whole life with Etna outside his bedroom window. He couldn’t have been more friendly, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. First we stopped at a place to taste and buy local honey and wine, then on up the mountain to a lava tube where we hiked in a hundred meters or so. The ground was very rocky and uneven, so wear good shoes! Then on to the parking area near the cable car. We opted not to go up and hike further upslope, but there are lots of very cool extinct cones to hike on near the parking lot. The views are amazing, the place is otherworldly. Then on to a winery for a tasting and lunch. Prestelli has a relationship with several local wineries, we were taken to La Gelsomina, which I highly recommend for its charming owner who was happy to chat with us about the wine and his wine business. The food was very good as well. We also visited a second winery which also served food. This place, Gambino, was a much bigger and slicker operation, with lots of tour buses rolling through, but still very pleasant. At the end of the day we were tired, full and happy. Highly recommend Prestelli.
          Written October 27, 2024
        • GlobeRunner22
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Highly recommended. Great Mount Etna Hike tailored to my personal needs.
          I was very impressed by the personal service I received from this company. I was looking for a customised Private Hiking tour of Mount Etna according to my requirements. I enquired with several different companies without much luck. Some wouldn't respond. Some didn't respond with what I wanted and some either refused to run the tour due to the season, or was complacent and slack in their responses. Not this company. From the word go, everything was so professional. I loved the service I received from Jessica over email who patiently explained everything to me, and made very useful suggestions about what area to hike in, based on my specific needs. A couple of days before the tour, the owner Pasquale phoned me up to explain the state of the weather conditions at Mount Etna. The weather was poor and an offering was made for an alternative day to maximise the chances of a good experience. However I only had that one day so I couldn't swap it and I still wanted to go provided it was safe enough to do so and I was going to let the hiking guide make that call. Pasquale was understanding and patient and agreed. Luckily the day of my hike, while going up there was not great weather, when we got to the first hike spot and beyond that, everything cleared up like I hoped and yes it was freezing cold and windy but the experience was fabulous and I got what I wanted and more. Elena was a great hiking guide. Astute and prepared. She had hiking sticks and made sure I was safe, checking on me all the time. She was flexible and lovely and we had a great personal chat. She had a thick jacket for me as well. I would suggest that the company provide some guidance to guests in future about what to bring and wear in terms of clothing because the temperature up there was nowhere near what it was on the ground. I caught a bit of a cough after that but luckily had medicine to clear it up in a few days. Also perhaps the company might want to invest in some company cars or a nicer, larger car. Otherwise I highly recommend this company because they provide an excellent, personal, professional, caring and accurate service, very much tailored to my needs. They didn't need any deposit as well so there's nothing to lose. I would happily use the company again.
          Written October 27, 2024
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        Elizabeth T
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        May 2024 • Couples
        My husband and I love to hike and love wine. So this was the perfect putting for us. Our guide, Corrado was very helpful and informative and tailored the experience to us. Currently I’m pregnant so we couldn’t do any strenuous hiking so he took us around the craters on the lower part of mount etna and to see some sculptures before heading down to a local winery. The winery had some great wine and food. Would recommend for anyone looking to do a light hike or go to the top of mt etna.
        Written May 20, 2024
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        Alex J
        13 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Corrado was an excellent and knowledgable guide who tailored the experience to what we were interested in seeing. He picked us up from our accommodation and made us feel comfortable from the start. The trip itself was amazing - Etna was incredible and the winery was special. If I could recommend one tour whilst in Scilly, it would definitely be this one!
        Written July 22, 2024
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        Greta M
        New York, New York, United States17 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2024 • Couples
        This is a wonderful experience and Corrado is a fantastic guide. Very knowledgeable and friendly. His English is excellent. We did the walking tour of Mt Etna and was able to go into small caves left from hot lava. We loved the small winery. The wine is delicious and can be shipped to the states. It is small and family owned. Our experience was intimate and fun.
        Written August 6, 2024
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        Simrat G
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2024 • Family
        Our guide Corrado was excellent. The tour catered for my young children and the views were incredible. The lava cave was a firm favourite with the children! After the Etna tour we visited a winery for lunch and wine tasting and again service was excellent.
        Written August 9, 2024
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