Private tour in Taormina Rosario N

Mt Etna Guided Tour Full Day, Highlight of Taormina with Private Transportation

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Rosario N.

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Hi, my name is Rosario, I am a native of Sicily and I spent all my life in this beautiful island, studying its history and exploring every corner of the land and sea. My passions? The nature, the sea, the history and my Sicily ;-) For long time I have been in the tourism business, with my family, covering several job positions, improving year by year my knowledge, becoming a very expert in offering tours. In 2013 I decided to offer my own personal experiences, helping visitors to discover the beauties of Sicily.  I work hard every day to make your tour different, offering you more than a tour, a unique experience, always with the same passion like the first day. My favorite tours are the experiences, I like to show you the genuine Sicily immersing ourself in a beautiful Sicilian countryside or on mount Etna volcano, discovering the Sicilian villages, the local culture and history, combining that, with our famous gastronomy to make your day a perfect day. Certified tour leader, hiking and diving Guide. Professional Driver's license. Fully insured vehicle with license for passenger transportation.

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Overview of your Taormina tour

Exciting experience discovering the Mt Etna Volcano in Sicily, UNESCO site since 2013. Private and fully customizable tour with departure from Taormina and surroundings. On board of my comfortable vehicle, scenic driving from the beach level up to the extinct craters area at 6400 feet (2000 meters) above the sea level, with me as guide, to discover the unique nature of the Mt. Etna Volcano, the villages at the foot of the volcano, visiting the most important point of interest, such as great lava casting, the Etna’s Forest, the Bove Valley, a lava tube (cave) and the most popular Craters, where will possible to take an easy walk around, enjoying an unique moon landscape. CUSTOMIZE YOUR TOUR! Options available with this tour: Easy ascent up to the summit of the Etna at 10000 feet (3000 meters) by Cable Car and/or special vehicle; stop for a wine tasting and lunch in a renowned vineyard estate.

Recent Reviews

Josh P.United States
June 2026

If there is such thing as infinite stars, Rosario deserves them all! He is super knowledgeable, funny,, and flexible. It was like touring with a family member (to whom your are endeared). From the moment he picked us up, Rosario shared not only incredible information; but also his love of Etna itself. He is a true master of his craft and is a must not miss should you be on the Etna side of Sicily. Should we return to Sicily in the future, we will definitely take a tour with Rosario again! Bellissimo!

Andrea S.United States
May 2026

Rosario was a terrific guide! The tour was a great balance of activity and learning. We really enjoyed each stop. We came away with new appreciation for Mount Etna. We would highly recommend the tour and the guide!

Julianne C.United States
May 2026

Rosario was an excellent guide and is extremely knowledgeable about Mount Etna. My sister and I learned so much from him. He's super friendly and always made sure we were safe while visiting Etna. I would not hesitate to book him again. Ciao Ciao Rosario...Julianne & Nancy. 😀

Mary G C.United States
November 2025

We cannot thank Rosario enough! He was incredibly knowledgeable about volcanoes, and even though I thought we'd been to a lot of them, all over the world, we learned so much during this trip. He was much better prepared for the trip than we were, and had helmets and jackets so we could hike into a lava tube. And he took us to a wonderful little town at the foothills of Mt Etna for a pick-me-up espresso and pastry before we started the ascent.

Andrew B.United States
October 2025

Rosario provided us an absolutely outstanding day visiting Mt. Etna and the area around Taormina. He is very accommodating, personable and highly informative. We learned an enormous amount from him about the history and culture of Sicily; but, perhaps the most impressive aspect of the tour was Rosario’s in-depth knowledge of geology, in which, it turns out he is formally trained. He took great pains to sort out whether the cable car to the upper levels of Mt. Etna would permit us views of anything but clouds (they would not; so we did not exercise that option). Not least importantly, given the challenges of the roads in the area, Rosario is an excellent driver. For anyone interested in an excellent day on Mt. Etna, I give Rosario’s tour my most enthusiastic recommendation.

Deepika S.India
September 2025

Our amazing tour to Mt. Etna and Taormina was greatly enhanced by Rosario’s expertise and enthusiasm and made the experience incredibly memorable. Throughout the journey, Rosario was attentive to every detail and ensured that all questions were thoroughly addressed. The passion for sharing insights about the natural beauty and rich history of both Mt. Etna and Taormina truly made the tour very charming. Thank you, Rosario, for your dedication and for providing such a remarkable experience. This unforgettable adventure will be cherished by us always. Rosario is highly recommended to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide.

Your Taormina tour itinerary

Here is the typical itinerary, that can be customized in accordance with your needs: - Pick-up from your Hotel/Port or from a different meeting point in Taormina and region - Scenic driving from the beach level up to 6400 feet, plenty of photo stops along the way up visiting: 1. Etna Village at the foot of the volcano, learning more about the local life 2. Great lava casting, the most interesting activity of the twentieth century 3. The Etna's forest with a surprising luxuriant volcanic vegetation 4. Lava tube, a long natural underground tunnel formed by the lava flow 5. Extinct Craters at 1800/2000 meters and recent lava flow 2001-02 - Free time for lunch/snack/aperitif or souvenir shopping - Driving back to the drop-off point OPTIONS: - Ascent up to the summit area at 10000 feet by Cable Car (available in accordance with the volcano's activity) - Wine Tasting and lunch in a renowned Etna vineyards estate (upon request, based on availability)

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

Luxury Mercedes Van

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Other: Toll fees and Parking fees
What's not included
Tickets: Optional, the ascent up to the summit area at 10000 feet (3000 meters) by Cable Car payable on the spot.
Tastings: Optional, wine tasting and lunch upon request payable on the spot
Food Drinks Snacks
Other: Personal Expenses
Meeting location

Taormina, Sicily, 98039, Italy

Hotel/Accomodation, Train Station, Pier of Giardini Naxos. Don't hesitate to contact me in advance to ask for a different meeting point

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
City Highlights
Adventure
Tour reference number
1408322
Languages
English
Italian
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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This private tour in Taormina is perfect for travellers who want to explore the unique nature of the Mt. Etna Volcano with a local guide. It's suitable for families, including kids, and those interested in a moderate level of activity. The tour offers a personalized experience with options to customize the itinerary, making it ideal for those who want to focus on specific interests or skip places they've already visited.

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