These are the 11 best private city tours in Catania, Italy we could find on Viator and Get Your Guide.
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1. Etna and Alcantara Gorges Excursion
Key Details
Cost: From $95.92
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 132
Tour Length: 6 to 8 hours
Languages
- German
- English
- Italian
- French
- Spanish
Tour Description
Discover Etna and the Alcantara Gorges! The perfect mix of adventure and refreshing relax!
The excursion begins by SUV or minivan (up to 8 people), together with our experienced guides. Our first stop is an off-road trip to the 2002 eruption lava fron. Continuing along the Via Mareneve, in the middle of the Ragabo pine forest, we will arrive at the starting point of our trekking to the Monti Sartorius craters. We will continue on foot, starting at 1650 metres and arriving at an altitude of 1750 metres, an easy walk suitable for everyone. We will then explore a lava flow cave, the Grotta dei Ladroni, equipped with helmets and torches.
We will stop at a local chalet or restaurant for lunch (included in the price: a first course, drink and coffee).
After lunch, we will reach the characteristic Alcantara Gorges, also known as the Larderia Gorges. A refreshing and relaxing visit to a wonderful place. You can cool off in the Alcantara river in the middle of the canyon of the Gorges!
What’s Included
- Trekking equipment: jacket, trekking poles, helmet, torch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Alcantara Gorges ticket (municipal entrance)
- Bottled water
What’s Not Included
N/A
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
2. Etna Tour and Lunch in a Winery with Wine Tasting
Key Details
Cost: From $240.33
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 55
Tour Length: 7 to 9 hours
Languages
- English
- Italian
Tour Description
Mt. Etna is the largest active volcano in Europe and home to fertile vineyards and farms. With this tour, avoid the stress of navigating the winding roads on the mountain on your own and instead visit the dramatic Silvestri Craters and a farm on the slopes of Mt. Etna with a driver. End your experience with a tasting and lunch at a local winery at the foot of the mountain.
- A private driver to explore Mt. Etna from top to bottom in one day
- Take in the view from the Silvestri Craters at 6,500 feet (2,000 meters)
- Stop at a farm to sample local honey, olive oil, and other specialties
- Winery tour and tasting lunch on the north slopes of the volcano
What’s Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
- Lunch
- Alcoholic Beverages
What’s Not Included
- Gratuities
- Guide in Taormina
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
3. From Catania: Private mt. Etna trekking and pic-nic
Key Details
Cost: From $236.04
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 36
Tour Length: 6 hours
Languages
- German
- English
- Italian
- French
- Spanish
Tour Description
Hike around Mt Etna to explore the otherworldly landscape of Europe’s most active volcano on a half-day tour from Catania. Several route options provide a close look at the forests, lava fields and wildlife found on the slopes of the mountain. Learn from your knowledgeable guide about the geology and history of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed mountain in Sicily. Your hiking tour includes a picnic lunch and guided tour of a lava cave before returning to Catania.
- 6-hour hiking tour of Mt Etna from Catania See the volcanic terrain of Mt Etna up close
- Choose the route with the optimum level of challenge
- Hear about Mt Etna’s volcanic activity from the informative guide
- Walk into a lava cave on a guided tour Enjoy a picnic lunch on the mountain while taking in sweeping views
What’s Included
- Multilingual guide
- Picnic
- Shuttle bus (return)
- The kit for visiting the Cave
- Trekking shoes (on request)
- INFANT – Baby seat and baby carrier included (On request)
What’s Not Included
All that is not specified under “the cost includes
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
4. Full day tour of Etna and Alcantara
Key Details
Cost: From $107.78
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 35
Tour Length: 8 hours
Languages
- German
- English
- Italian
- French
- Spanish
Tour Description
See two of Sicily’s natural wonders in one day with this combined tour of Mount Etna and the Alcantara Gorges. Spend the morning exploring the volcanic slopes of Etna, with its lava flows and caves, dramatic lunar landscape, and sweeping views over the surrounding countryside. After a high-altitude lunch, head to the valley floor to hike along the spectacular Alcantara Gorges, formed by an ancient lava flow into the river.
- Visit the Mount Etna volcano and Alcantara Gorges safely with a guide
- Off-road vehicle transportation for the mountain and valley terrain
- Helmets and flashlights to venture into the lava tubes and caves
- Sicilian lunch at a mountainside lodge (own expense)
What’s Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- Helmets and torches supplied by us.
What’s Not Included
Lunch
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
5. Godfather Private Tour from Catania with traditional lunch
Key Details
Cost: From $307.17
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 32
Tour Length: 5 to 8 hours
Languages
- English
- Italian
Tour Description
Experience Sicily through the eyes of The Godfather on a private tour with stops at the movie’s iconic film locations, from the Church of Santa Lucia to Forza D’Agro. In addition to navigating for you, your guide provides snacks, drinks, admission tickets whenever necessary, and a wealth of stories often unheard by visitors. Upgrade to include lunch and/or dinner at a classic Sicilian restaurant.
What’s Included
- Private tour exclusively for your party – nobody else, to ensure the highest standards for our guests.
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off in Catania by private comfortable air-conditioned car
- Round trip transportation by private air-conditioned car that operates only for you
- Personal local English speaking driver/guide
- Walking tour of Savoca and Forza d’Agro
- Explanation of The Godfather movie and the real Mafia history
- Lunch in Savoca
- Bottled water
What’s Not Included
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
6. Private Tour of Mount Etna with Etna Doc Wine Tasting
Key Details
Cost: From $205.32
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 27
Tour Length: 9 hours
Languages
- English
- Italian
Tour Description
We will let you discover Mount Etna. You will not take a tour but an experience that will remain for a lifetime, from the history of the Etna volcano to the production of Etna DOC wines we will visit the places destroyed by the most famous eruption of Etna in 1669 we will visit the remains of the church of mompilieri buried Under the casting of 1669, to conclude a visit to the cellar with tasting of Etna wines
What’s Included
- Soda/Pop
- Private transportation
- Alcoholic Beverages
What’s Not Included
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
7. Sicily: Godfather Private Tour with Optional Food and Wine
Key Details
Cost: From $243.57
Review Score: 4.9
Number of Reviews: 96
Tour Length: 5 to 6 hours
Languages
- English
- Italian
Tour Description
Discover Sicilian towns of Savoca and Forza D’Agro known worldwide as locations of The Godfather. Learn about the movie & the real Italian mafia, visit the film sets & taste the flavor of old Italy.
- Visit the villages used as locations in “The Godfather”
- Soak up the atmosphere of old Sicily, which has remained virtually unchanged for centuries
- Learn about the filming processes used in the movie and interesting trivia
- Learn the history of the real Sicilian mafia
- Unwind after your tour with local food and wine tasting
What’s Included
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Transportation by comfortable, air-conditioned car, minivan, or bus (depending on the size of your group)
- Local English-speaking guide
- Tour of Savoca and Forza d’Agro
- Entry fees to the churches
- Local food and wine tasting at a family-owned restaurant with a panoramic view
What’s Not Included
Souvenir photos – available to purchase
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
8. Sicily: Mount Etna 4×4 Jeep Tour with Lava Caves & Forests
Key Details
Cost: From $508.33
Review Score: 4.9
Number of Reviews: 60
Tour Length: 1 day
Languages
- English
- German
- French
Tour Description
Explore the natural terrain of Mount Etna while avoiding tourist crowds on a 4×4 Jeep tour in Sicily. Discover wild forests, black lava fields, volcanic craters, lava caves, and other natural wonders.
- Visit of the lava front of the 2002 eruption (1100mt asl)
- Visit of a lava flow cave (1350 mt asl)
- Trekking (duration 60min.) To discover extinct lateral craters (1700mt asl)
- Alcantara Gorges
- This trip is not just for those interested in geology: anyone who loves nature and breathtaking landscapes should join us on this special excursion.
What’s Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Driver/guide
- The use of equipment (helmets and so on)
- Water in 50cl bottle
- Time for lunch
What’s Not Included
- Visit of the summit area
- Trekking shoes
- Food
- Gratuities
- Lunch not included
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
9. Catania, Taormina, Messina: 3 Etna Wineries Tour & Tasting
Key Details
Cost: From $328.30
Review Score: 4.9
Number of Reviews: 58
Tour Length: 6.5 to 7 hours
Languages
- English
- Italian
- Russian
Tour Description
Tour three top Etna wineries, where you will learn about their wine production process. The owners will take your group around their vineyards, and you will taste different types of white, rose and red wines, accompanied by fresh domestic food.
- Visit three family-run Etna wineries on a private tour via air-conditioned car
- Taste 10 different wines from volcanic terrain accompanied by fresh organic food
- Visit cellars and learn the process of Etna wine production at each winery
- Spend an unforgettable day in the Sicilian countryside on picturesque Etna slopes
- Hear about the history and culture of Sicily from your private local guide
What’s Included
- Wine tasting (10 different wines in an unlimited amount)
- Food tasting at each winery
- Private driver/guide
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Private tour only for your party
- Transportation between sights by comfortable air-conditioned private car or minivan
What’s Not Included
Gratuities (optional)
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
10. Mt. Etna: Private Tour in 4×4 from Taormina
Key Details
Cost: From $422.55
Review Score: 4.9
Number of Reviews: 47
Tour Length: 6 hours
Languages
- English
- Italian
Tour Description
Ascend from beach level up to the extinct craters at 2,000 meters to discover the unique nature of the Mt. Etna Volcano and panoramic views from the Valley of Bove.
- Walk amongst lunar landscapes at a height of 2,000 meters
- Take in panoramic views of the Valley of Bove, the caldera of the ancient volcano
- Explore a lava cave, a natural underground tunnel formed by the lava flow
- Be amazed as you hear about the longest eruption of the last century
What’s Included
- Hotel pick up and drop-off from Taormina or Giardini Naxos
- Private transport in air-conditioned, 4WD vehicles
- Driver/guide
- Helmet and front lamp for cave visit
What’s Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Cable car ticket to summit (payable on the spot)
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
11. Mount Etna: Private Half-Day Trip with Audio Guide & Pickup
Key Details
Cost: From $63.53
Review Score: 4.9
Number of Reviews: 36
Tour Length: 5 hours
Languages
- English
- French
- German
- Italian
- Polish
- Russian
- Spanish
- Dutch
Tour Description
Experience the beauty of Mount Etna on a private trip from Taormina, Naxos, Letojanni, or Mascali. Admire the volcano’s colorful scenery, walk in its craters, and try products made in the mountains.
- Admire the fabulous scenery of the volcano
- Dicover the ancient dead craters
- Taste traditional products of the area and its “gold”:the honey
- Enjoy the exciting experience of walking on a moon landscape
- Enjoy a comfortable round-trip pickup and drop-off
What’s Included
- Transportation
- Vehicle with air conditioning
- Private driver
- Audioguide on board
What’s Not Included
- Cable car fee
- Food and drink
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
How Much Do Private Tours Cost In Catania?
The best private tours in Catania cost between $63.53 and $508.33. However, you can always check the listings below for something cheaper or even more exclusive.
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