Sicily | One Day Fully Guided Tour | Visiting Catania & Mount Etna | Summer

This full-day guided excursion from Malta to Sicily offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and nature. After a comfortable ninety-minute catamaran crossing, you arrive in Pozzallo, a charming Sicilian fishing village. From there, the journey continues in an air-conditioned coach with an English-speaking guide to the vibrant city of Catania. Explore the city center on a guided walking tour and admire its Baroque architecture, historic landmarks, and bustling markets. Free time allows for visits to Piazza del Duomo, Via Etnea, the fish market, the Roman Amphitheatre, and Villa Bellini. Guests can enjoy lunch at their own pace before the tour continues toward Mount Etna, one of Europe’s most active volcanoes.

The drive up Mount Etna takes you through fertile landscapes filled with citrus groves, vineyards, and forests of chestnut, oak, beech, birch, and pine trees. At the Sylvestri Crater, 2,000 meters above sea level, enjoy panoramic views of the volcano’s base and the results of recent eruptions. Time is also available for souvenir shopping before returning to the port for the catamaran crossing back to Malta. This excursion combines sightseeing, nature, and cultural exploration, making it an unforgettable experience for travelers seeking adventure and insight into Sicilian life.