Als u op reis gaat door het betoverende eiland Sicilië, krijgt u de gelegenheid om de grootsheid van de Etna-vulkaan te ontdekken.
Terwijl je opstijgt richting Rifugio Sapienza, gelegen op een hoogte van 1900 meter boven zeeniveau, zal je gids fascinerende inzichten delen over deze majestueuze berg, de hoogste actieve vulkaan op het Europese continent. Eenmaal daar aangekomen kunt u genieten van het unieke uitzicht. Het is een unieke ervaring die ook geschikt is voor gezinnen.
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Lipari and Vulcano Boat Tour from Cefalu
Lipari and Vulcano are two good-looking Aeolian Islands. Visit both of these in one day, and you've got yourself a handsome trip ahead. First, it's the pastel-coloured waterfront buildings of Lipari before sailing over to Vulcano for its smoking peaks. A two-in-one of Sicily's best.It's an early morning start as you cast off to the largest of the UNESCO-listed Aeolian Islands, Lipari. As one of the oldest settlements in Europe, there's plenty to explore here. You'll have free time to see the top-notch museum, as well as its pleasant waterfront and historic citadel.Then, you'll glide over to the island of Vulcano, whose volcanic origins are clear to see – you'll soon spot fumes spouting from its crater. But you'll be here to take things easy. Find a spot for yourself on the black sand beach, spread out your towel here and enjoy a few hours topping up your tan before boarding the boat back.
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'We're going to make you an offer you can't refuse'. Well, this used to be Mafia country, after all. In fact, Hollywood descended on this part of the world to film scenes for the Godfather trilogy, so this tour will take in two Sicilian mountain villages that made it onto the silver screen and to relive some of the the most famous scenes.
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Wine Tasting and Castelbuono Tour from Cefalù
Rugged, peaceful and not on the tourist trail, the Madonie Mountains are real back-to-nature stuff. Locals here have been living off the land for years, and they've been making wine since Roman times. Combine medieval villages, ancient wineries and local food on this half-day tasting tour.
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Europe's highest active volcano looms large over everyday life in Sicily. On this thrilling tour, you'll hop on a 4x4 off road Safari to explore some of the hardest-to-reach parts of the north slope of Mt Etna. You'll visit the Sartorius craters as well as lava fields and caves, and also drop into a winery for a tasting.You'll begin your adventure with both on-road and off-road exploration on a 4x4, visiting the impressive 2002 lava front, a testament to the volcano's power. Then, you'll traverse through the woods to reach the Sartorius craters of 1865.There's time for a walk amid the unique landscapes – at an altitude of 1,750 metres above sea level, you'll get some great close up views of the eerie volcanic surroundings. You'll round off with a short hop to visit a lava cave before ending the tour at a local winery. Here, sample some of their wines with a tasting session along with a selection of typical products of Etna. A great way to end a day of exploration.
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Taormina City by See Bus Ticket - Blue or Red Line
See the sights around Taormina with the freedom to hop-on and hop-off all day long with just one ticket. Travel between Taormina, Giardini Naxos, Isola Bella, Letojanni and Castelmola on both the Red and Blue Lines. There's a multilingual audio commentary, and the frequency is hourly for both lines. At the Castelmola stop, enjoy a complimentary tasting of almond wine.
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Mount Etna Tour to 2900m from Taormina
Europe's highest volcano looms large over Sicily, so this family-friendly tour takes you as close to the top as you can. You'll be driven to Rifugio Sapienza, then swap to a cable car and 4x4 vehicle to reach the main crater at about 2,900m above sea level. The views and lunar landscape from here are nothing short of breathtaking.Nature trails, caves, woods, and lava flows typify the landscape that leads to the top of Mt Etna. And after pick-up from your hotel you'll be driven to about 1900m above sea level at Rifugio Sapienza on the south side of Etna, where you'll hop off the bus to unearth some more.On the way you'll learn all there is to know about Mt Etna and its explosive past. And don't worry – there'll be plenty of facts for the little ones to take in, too. Then, you'll get to see it all for yourself during some free time. Switch to a cable car and jump into an off-road vehicle that'll take you rumbling along to the main crater. You'll want your camera for this one.
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Dinner in the Madonie Mountains
All vine-covered peaks, thick woodlands and tucked-away villages, the Madonie Mountains are a snapshot of rural Sicilian life. On this tour, you'll explore the medieval village of San Mauro Castelverde before feasting on a typical Sicilian dinner.
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Agrigento Temples & Scala dei Turchi Tour
Two of Sicily's highlights are in the spotlight on this compelling tour. You'll visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Valley of the Temples, to step back in time in amongst a captivating archaeological site, then head to one of the top ten most unique coastlines as named by TripAdvisor - Scala dei Turchi.First up will be one of the largest archaeological sites in the world, the immense Valley of the Temples in Agrigento. It packs in countless temples perched on a high ridge, all of which you'll see, including the ruins of the Temple of Zeus and Concordia Temple at the end of the Sacred Way. You'll be given headphones to hear your guide, too, so you'll not miss any details.Afterwards, you'll make your way to the bright white Scala dei Turchi, a natural limestone staircase that descends into the blue sea. You'll have time for a swim before heading back to the hotel.
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Palermo and Monreale Cathedral Tour
If ancient cities, holy monuments and a touch of the macabre are your thing, then this two-in-one tour is a must. First up is UNESCO-listed Monreale Cathedral where you'll marvel at the architecture before a guide gives you the history of its pure-gold mosaics. You'll then stop by Palermo for a walking tour of some of the best-preserved historic landmarks in the world. After, you can take time to sip a cappuccino, browse the market, or grab some lunch in the famous Piazza Verdi.
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Taormina & Mount Etna 1900
Mt Etna is the highest active volcano in Europe and a true icon of Sicily. By coach, cable-car and minibus you‘ll ascend 1,900 mts above sea level to one of the famous mountains main craters. What's more, on this full day experience, you‘ll get to visit one of Italy's most beautiful towns, Taormina.
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