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SERVINGS

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1-3 people

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INGREDIENTS

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  • enough water for most day, although there will be a few options to refill your bottle
  • walking sticks are not necessary, but recommended if you are used to them
  • good sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended, as the trail is mostly exposed
  • wind jacket is always a good idea, as well as some extra warm clothes (fleece jumper etc.)
  • a simple picnic is included, but you may want to bring some extra snacks

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DIRECTIONS & OPTIONS

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  • meet in Siracusa (or wherever you are based) and drive to Linguaglossa
  • stop for some of the best almond pastry in Sicily and a granita before our walk
  • walk through several lava flows, as recent as 2002 and dating back as far as at least 1911
  • enjoy the spectacular ascent to the Monte Nero, including the moonlike craters left by ‘lava bombs’
  • have a picnic (included) with local products
  • (optional – shorter loop from here possible) visit the amazing Grotta dei Lamponi, one of the longest ‘lava tubes’ around Etna
  • observe the amazing shape of the rocks at Passo dei Dammusi
  • walk back along the wider Pista Altamontana, enjoying an amazing view of the North Valley and the surrounding towns and hills

You may either want to drive back to Siracusa (etc.), or stop again in Linguaglossa for coffee, granita, or to visit an organic, family-run winery (additional fee), to fully enjoy the volcanic flavour even in their delicious Etna rosso/bianco.

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DIFFICULTY

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medium (mainly loose volcanic rock, some uphills and slightly slippery if visiting a lava-tube; not dangerous or strenuous but may be a bit scary for people afraid of heights as the trail is exposed; ok for children, too!)

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transfer to Mount Etna by car, then walk for a few hours and back (loop)

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all day (unless staying in the area, then back by mid-afternoon)

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Get in touch for pricing – rates vary according to options and number of participants.

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For larger groups, for any additional inquiry and to reserve your tour, please get in touch!

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