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Giardini Naxos is a beautiful beach town just south of Taormina which is very nice and less expensive, but what do you do there? You can cruise over to Mt. Etna which is a stunning outdoor experience, join a boat tour, do cooking classes, or even visit nearby vineyards! See the below tours, activities, day trips, and experiences. If you like something, book quickly as these tours sell out in warmer months.

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Half-Day Cruise to Isola Bella From Giardini Naxos with Snorkeling

Snorkel, sunbathe, and soak in views of Sicily from the Bay of Naxos near Taormina

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Giardini, naxos cruise excursions & tours.

Giardini Naxos is a comune in the Metropolitan City of Messina on the island of Sicily in southern Italy. It is situated on the coast of the Ionian Sea on a bay which lies between Cape Taormina and Cape Schiso. Since the 1970s it has become a seaside-resort.

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Giardini Naxos Etna Tours

Along this article I will list all the available Etna volcano excursions departing from Giardini Naxos and Taormina. I'm going to tell you about the best prices, and I will share tips and suggestions on how to visit the highest active volcano in Europe. Towars the end of the aticle you will find a list of other tours to visit the sourroundin of Giardini Naxos.

Giardini Naxos and Taormina to Mount Etna

Giardini Naxos is a seaside town on the east coast of Sicily, 35 kilometers away from Mount Etna's north side and 45 from Etna cable car on the south side. This pretty Sicilian town offers plenty of beaches and accommodations, making it one of the best locations to visit Etna and Taormina with a guided tour. Ok, let's see the best price for Mount Etna tours departing from Giardini Naxos . Keep in mind that the price of all the excursions described in this article include; transport, a guide, trekking boots, walking sticks and free cancellation. All the listed tours are available every day.

Tour Etna and Alcantara Gorge €69 kids €39

This full-day excursion is ideal for those who wish to visit Mount Etna and the Alcantara River Park on the same day. In 7 hours, you will hike to the peak of a series of craters to an altitude of 2000 meters, you will descend into a cave, visit the impressive lava flow of 2002, and in the afternoon, you will cross the beautiful Alcantara Valley before seeing the river and the Alcantara gorge . This tour is available also from Taormina

• Departure: 9
• Duration: 8 h
• Intensity: low
• Hike: 4 km.

Excursion Etna half day €55 kids €35

This Mount Etna tour departing from the city of Giardini Naxos is ideal for those travelers who do not want to spend the whole day on the volcano . With this excursion, you will hike through a birch forest; you will visit a cave and see the fantastic Sartorius craters, formed from the eruption of 1865, a UNESCO world heritage. This tour is ideal for families with young children. This excursion departs every day also from Taormina .

• Departure: 9 a.m.
• Duration: 6 hours

Etna wine tour from Giardini Naxos €99 kids €49

If you are not very keen on hiking but still you love nature, good wine, and excellent food, this Etna wine tour tour departing from Giardini Naxos and Taormina is the one you are looking for. Before visiting a winery on the flanks of Etna, the guide will show you a series of old lava flows before taking you for a 30 minutes walk to the top of a series of craters to see a superb view of the glittering mediterranean sea, Taormina in the distance and Sicily's mountain ranges. 

• Departure: 10 a.m
• Duration: 8h
• Intensity: very low
• Walk: 1,3 km.

Etna Cable car tour €139

Every day the are tours to go to the summit of Mount Etna departing from Giardini Naxos and Taormina. This excursion is recommended just to those who are fit and willing to walk for six hours , climbing from 2800 meters to the summit of mount etna at an altitude of 3340 meters . From the summit of mount Etna, the view is astonishing. You can see the inner part of Sicily, the Ionian see and even the beautiful Aeolian Islands. In 2022, access to the volcano's summit is still forbidden due to the intense and frequent eruptions from the four active craters. The tour price includes the ticket to the Etna cable car and the ride on an off-road vehicle.

• Departure: 7:30 a.m
• Duration: 10h
• Intensity: Medium/high
• Hike: 12/14 km.

Etna Valle del Bove €79

If you love long hikes away from the crowd and off the beaten path, this trekking is the one for you, among all the excursions departing from Giardini Naxos. Along the tour, the guide will take you to visit one of the most beautiful caves on Mount Etna and the ridge of the Bove Valley, one of the most iconic landscapes of the volcano. Make sure you are fit cause this hike is physically demanding. This tour is available also from Taormina.

• Hike: 10/12 km.

Etna Mountain Bike Tour €59

O yes, Mount Etna can be visited riding an Mtb. The north side of Mount Etna offers plenty of cycling trails. This aventure will takes you through stretches of forest, acient lava flow and craters. The price includes transport, a guide and all the technical gear. With an extra €25, there are electric Moutain bikes available. The length and intensity of any moutain bike tour can be changed according to the needs of the excursionists. 

• Departure: 8:30 a.m
• Intensity: Low
• Ride: 22/25 km.

Other tours available from Giardini Naxos

Boat tour from Giardini Naxos to Taormina isola bella €20/ kids €15

This boat trip departing from Giardini Naxos arrives at the Isola Bella marine park and explores the four most beautiful bays in Sicily, including Mazzarò bay . The quality / price ratio of this tour is unbeatable. With only € 20 you will sail for two hours, the boat stops for you to swim and on board you the crew serve fruit and drinks.

Snorkeling from Giardini Naxos €35

Daily snorkeling trips depart from Giardini Naxos harbor from April to October. This tour lasts four hours and stops at Isola Bella Marine Park in Taormina and the beautiful mermaids bay. The price includes a snorkeling kit, wetsuit, and drinks.

Body Rafting Alcantara €39

The Alcantara Gorges is the most advertised place of the Alcantara River Park, and a visit to this canyon is worth it. But the place to go for a real Body rafting adventure is the Gurne, a stretch of river unknown to most people,  immersed in a wild nature made of waterfalls and crystal water lakes . If you want to know more about body rafting, check out our dedicated article .

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Mount Etna & Taormina Excursion

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Enjoy a day full of nature and culture with this excursion to Mount Etna and Taormina. Don't miss this opportunity to visit the highest active volcano in Europe!

At the time of your choice, we'll meet at the port of Giardini Naxos. From there, we'll take a bus directly to Mount Etna , just over an hour away. There, we'll discover all the secrets of the highest active volcano in Europe , standing at 3300 meters high - an incredible sight!

Our first stop will be at the Sapienza Refuge , where we'll learn about the last eruptions of the Etna volcano. You'll also have the opportunity to take a tour of the craters created by the explosion of 1892, one of the most powerful events.

Later, we'll head to the city of Taormina . This Sicilian town is known for its Roman remains in an impressive theater overlooking Mount Etna . During the guided tour, you'll see the town's principal churches and monuments while learning more about its history. It won't come as a surprise that this Sicilian village has been nicknamed the ' Pearl of the Mediterranean !'

After the tour of the historic center, we'll leave you free time to stop for a drink or continue exploring Taormina at your leisure. 

At the end of the tour, we'll return to the bus to go back to the starting point in Giardini Naxos, arriving about seven hours after the start of the excursion.

Are you arriving in Giardini Naxos by cruise ship?

If you are arriving at the port of Giardini Naxos by cruise ship, you will need to indicate the name of the ship when booking. We will be waiting for you at the disembarkation area half an hour after the ship's scheduled arrival time.

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The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and other languages.

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Refugio Sapienza Cable Car 30 EUR

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You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.

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Frequently asked questions

Q - Will we be able to go up the Etna cable car?

A - Yes, if you want, you can take the Etna cable car, whose base is at the Sapienza Refuge. The price is not included and is 30EUR per person. However, this option is not highly recommended as it usually takes more than 90 minutes to complete this visit.

Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?

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Q - How to book?

A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.

Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?

A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.

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Port of Giardini Naxos.

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