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Mount Etna and Catania full day excursion from Malta to Sicily

4.141 reviewsDay trips

  • 15 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Full day guided excursion departing from Malta with high-speed catamaran to Sicily. Visiting CATANIA and MOUNT ETNA in air-conditioned coaches.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Local guide
  • Driver/guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned coach in Sicily
  • Catamaran Crossing

What's not

  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

  1. The departure terminal is situated in Marsa.

    15 minAdmission included

  2. start your journey with a guided walking tour of Catania, a vibrant city set at the foot of Mount Etna. Discover its rich Baroque architecture, bustling piazzas, and iconic landmarks such as Piazza del Duomo, the Elephant Fountain, and the majestic Catania Cathedral. Take some time to browse local markets or enjoy a quick espresso in a traditional Sicilian café.

    2 h

  3. After exploring the city, continue by bus to Mount Etna, the island's most quintessential sight. Be wowed by the largest and most active volcano in Europe as you climb to the crater through picturesque villages and an ever-changing landscape. Admire the scenery as you travel through forests of chestnut trees which gradually give way to oak, beech, birch, and pine

    3 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Meeting point
Travel by fast ferry from Malta to Pozzallo (Sicily.) Make sure you bring a valid travel document with you on the day. Check-in needs to be done at least 1 hour prior the departure time. Please bring your ferry/excursion ticket too.
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 150 travellers
Operated by
Virtu Ferries LTD
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

How it compares in Malta, outside the cities

  • Its from-price is close to the median of the 93 day trips we list in Malta, outside the cities.
  • It is longer than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 30 of 93.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

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