These walks take you to where the sea meets the sky, leading you to discover the Sicily’s volcanoes; Etna, Vulcano and Stromboli.
This trekking holidays in Sicily itinerary will take you up the volcanoes, give you a chance to rent a boat to go around the islands. Climbing Etna, it will be an unforgettable experience, visit the jewel town of Taormina will be amazing with its narrow charming streets and its magical Graeco-Roman amphitheatre.
Bougainvillea, cistus, capers, honeysuckles, mimosas, broom, strawberry trees, olive trees, lemon trees, reeds, eucalyptus, prickly pears … The forest, especially present on the island of Salina, is composed according to the altitude and exposure of: ferns, oaks, poplars, maples, green alders, chestnut trees, …. The vineyard on Lipari and Salina produces Malvasia wine.
From the Mycenaean period to today, men have shaped this country: villages of small white houses, fishing ports with multicolored boats, tiered crops of capers and olives.
As a final bouquet, this trip will end with a memorable discovery of Etna. Giant among the giants, the highest active volcano in Europe (3,350 m), is also one of the most active volcanoes in the world.
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In the heart of the clear waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea, Sicily is experiencing significant volcanic activity. By leaving for the Aeolian Islands, you will discover spectacular phenomena: odorous and sulphurous scents of Vucalno, eruption of Stromboli … Then Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, will surprise with its lunar landscapes and the testimony of its frequent rashes. An astonishing and oh so exotic destination for an explosive journe
Arrival in Catania, private transfer from the hotel to Milazzo. Accommodation in town.
In the morning hydrofoil to the nearby island of Vulcano. Arrival and accommodation. You can also go up to the Great Crater where the fumarole of the active volcano can be admired. Time at disposal to do the walking to the volcano. The climb until the top through a hard path, repaid from magnificent views on the others six Aeolian islands.
Day at disposal to enjoy the island of Vulcano with the “Laghetto dei Fanghi” (Mud) or take the hydrofoil and reach the nearby island of Lipari and walk up to the west side of the island to discover hidden parts of the island. Come back to your accommodation
In the morning hydrofoil or boat to Stromboli island , check-in to the hotel free time to visit the lovely village of San Vincenzo or to take an optional boat ride around the island to visit the enchanting village of Ginostra, one of the loveliest corners of the entire archipelago. in the late afternoon leave for the excursion to the volcano* with certified volcanological guide. Overnight in hotel. (2 nights)
The volcano is 924 mt high and according to Italian law, when it is not erupting people are allowed to climb up the top accompanied by a certified volcanological guide. At the moment the climb is permitted. The guides reserve the right to cancel the climb according to safety considerations (weather, data from volcano which is constantly monitored, physical condition of walkers). The walk is quite demanding and requires a torch for the descent which takes place in the dark.
Free time to relax on Stromboli’s black beaches or walk to the « Sciara del Fuoco » where you can see Stromboli’s volcanic activity with a wonderful panorama view of the craters.
In the morning hydrofoil from Stromboli to Milazzo (2 h). Private transfer from Milazzo harbour to the town of Taormina, little village worldwide famous. An emotion that takes your breath away is what comes to everyone when they see the Greek-Roman Theater, this unbelievable work by mankind that stands on the mountain and from where one’s gaze drops down to the deep blue sea and to Etna, an unsettling presence that manages to stay in harmony with the landscape. Accommodation in the area.(2 nights)
Guided excursion on Etna volcano to admire places and paths that the volcano Etna only offers. Amazing view of the Ionian coast of Sicily. Come back to your accommodation
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