Morning Etna Half-Day, Small Group: 2,000 m, a Lava Tube, a Farm Tasting

A morning on the mountain, in a small group, with a licensed guide. The walking goes through old forest, past extinct craters, and across lava fields with nothing growing on them. The area explored is at 2,000 metres, among the old lateral craters, and the early light is part of why the tour runs when it does. A volcanic cave is included, a lava tube, and the geological history of Etna gets explained on the spot rather than in a briefing. The morning ends at a traditional Sicilian farm, with a tasting of local products and wines. One recent change worth knowing: since 2 October 2025 the small Silvestri Crater requires a ticket, 5 € per person. The others are still free to visit, and the tour goes to those. The tour is shared. A private version can be arranged on request. Extras can be added to suit you, but they have to be planned in advance, so write ahead rather than asking on the day. There are two meeting points: Piazza Sant'Alfio in Trecastagni, next to the church, and Piazza Stesicoro in Catania, by the kiosk on the Roman amphitheatre side.