Etna's Town, Crater & Country
Get a full day of Sicilian splendor, driving to Mount Etna’s famed crater and wandering the beautiful village of Taormina.
Take the scenic route (because that’s all there is) over vineyards and orchards to the indomitable Mount Etna. You’ll ascend its famed crater to a footpath where the view extends for days! In Taormina, you’ll get a guided tour of some of the village’s top sights — a magnificent, ancient Greek theater — and free time to explore, so check out Corso Umberto’s pedestrian area, the nearby medieval streets, and grab some grub in one of the incredible, local eateries.
Energy Level
Duration
8 Hours
Type
CULTURED
Accessible
No
Shore Thing Highlights
Take in magnificent views on a route that drives you up to the famous Silvestri Crater, and walk along a path overlooking the sea
See layers of lava streams formed over thousands of years across the crater’s slopes — and more recent ones too
Go on a guided tour that includes a visit to the Greek Theatre and other landmarks
Wander the exterior of the stunning Palazzo Corvaja — a Catalan Gothic-style palace
Have free time to grab lunch and explore Taormina at your own pace
Need to know
Approximately 1-hour 15-minute drive to/from the bottom of Mount Etna from the port
Lunch is not included — take advantage of the free time to taste the local cuisine
The order of sights visited may vary
Sailors should expect long periods of walking and standing
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Sailors should expect to walk over cobblestones, uneven pavement, and/or narrow streets
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