Walking In Sicily
Overview
Highlights
- Varied hikes among eastern Sicily's diverse landscapes based close to historic Taormina
- Walk on the lava strewn slopes of Mount Etna and visit the Aeolian island of Lipari
- Explore quaint inland towns and the quiet trails of the Pantalica Gorge
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Our trip starts today in the seaside town of Giardini Naxos, our base for the week. Once a quiet fishing village, Giardini Naxos is now a popular resort, known for its beaches and panoramic view of the bay and surrounding hills with Mount Etna in the distance. Its pos...
Our walk today is on the northern slopes of Mount Etna, the highest volcano in Europe (3,330 metres/10,925 feet) and one of the largest in the world. Mount Etna is one of the most active volcanoes in the world and is in an almost constant state of activity. We'll driv...
This morning we'll drive (around 90 minutes) to Milazzo on Sicily's north coast from where we'll take a ferry to the beautiful island of Lipari, around 30 kilometres offshore. Lipari is the largest of the seven islands in the Aeolian archipelago, said to be named afte...
Our walk today is a little closer to home. We'll drive to Castelmola, a medieval village overlooking nearby Taormina and the starting point for a 250-metre/820-foot ascent up to the summit of Monte Venere. The views from here are breathtaking - from the Strait of Mess...
Today you're free to relax on the beach and/or visit Taormina which is just 4 kilometres away and easily accessible by public bus or taxi. Perched on a cliff overlooking the Ionian Sea, this pretty town is home to many historic churches and plenty of lively bars and c...
We'll head south and inland today to explore the Pantalica Gorge, a deep limestone ravine that has been carved out by the Anapo and Calcinarra rivers. The gorge is also a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site and is home to over 4,000 burial chambers. Peppering the sides ...
Today we'll head a short distance inland to discover some of the typical sleepy mountain towns on the lower slopes of Etna's northern side. Our first walk is around 6 kilometres/3.7 miles and starts just outside of Linguaglossa. It follows an old farm trail to jo...
Our trip ends this morning after breakfast in Giardini Naxos. There are no activities planned today, so you're free to depart at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day, luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel. For anyone departing...
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Explore! Reviews & Ratings
David
Nov 2023
Sicilian Trails
We had an excellent local guide (Lara) who was a fund of knowledge on the history, geology and botany of the area. The walks were well planned and full of interest, ...
Trusted Customer
Oct 2023
Walking In Sicily
The local guide was excellent both on knowledge and suitability to the job in hand
Elizabeth
Oct 2023
Sicilian Trails
Great leader, great itinerary, great group of fellow travelers! I would recommend Explore and this trip to anyone who is looking for a fun adventure at a reasonable ...
Trusted Customer
Oct 2023
Walking In Sicily
Great variety of walks and landscapes with an excellent experienced guide.
Gillian
Oct 2023
Walking In Sicily
Fabulous guide who shared not only her huge knowledge of the area but also her love of Sicily.
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