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Things to do in Metropolitan City of Messina

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4.8 out of 5 average rating, 464 reviews

Explore Etna by jeep and trekking

Join me for an adventure through Etna's hidden corners.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 285 reviews

Sea View Sicilian Cooking Class & Taormina Market

Learn how to cook delicious Sicilian specialties just a stone's throw from the beach and the sea, with Chef Mimmo and his family, to make your holiday in Sicily special and unforgettable

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 590 reviews

Trekking to the summit craters of Mount Etna

Reach the active craters of Mount Etna with an expert volcanological guide.

4.77 out of 5 average rating, 315 reviews

Snorkeling in Isola Bella

See the stunning marine life and archaeological treasure of the Isola Bella Nature Reserve

5 out of 5 average rating, 204 reviews

Explore Etna with a local guide

You'll walk through dense forests and volcanic clearings, discovering Etna's phenomena and flora.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviews

Etna summit excursion 3350m with drone video

The excursion to the Summit Craters is the most extreme experience we offer. You take a cable car up to 2,500 m and then a 4×4 jeep up to about 2,900 m, followed by a trek to the summit craters at 3,350 m.

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews

Pizza & Cannolo Making in Taormina by the Sea

Immerse yourself in traditional Sicilian cuisine with a local pizza maker and pastry chef, to make your stay in Sicily unique and unforgettable

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 486 reviews

Visit a market, then take a Sicilian cooking class

Learn to prepare traditional Sicilian dishes like meat, fish, fresh pasta, and macaroni.

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews

2h Minicruise from Giardini Naxos

On this two-hour mini-cruise, you'll sail around these landmarks, stopping to swim or snorkel in the enchanting Isola Bella, and the mesmerizing Grotta Azzurra.

5 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews

Sea-View Colorful Pasta, Ravioli & Gnocchi Class

Make several types of fresh regional pasta from scratch, along with 3 kinds of sauce.

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Authentic Mount Etna Olive Harvest &Sicilian Lunch

Pick fresh olives at the foot of Mount Etna, visit a modern oil mill to see the pressing and taste the fresh extra virgin oil. Enjoy an authentic Sicilian lunch with the family!

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Motta Camastra: Quad Tour To The Alcantara Gorges

Don't miss the opportunity to experience the Alcantara Gorges and Valley in a totally new and out-of-the-box way: live an off-road experience and explore the Gorges from a different perspective.

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Experience the House of the Bees on Etna

Enter the house of the bees and enjoy an experience among the nature, scents, and sounds of the hive. Discover their world up close and safely. Taste honey directly from the honeycomb.

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Climb Mount Rosa in Lipari with a video souvenir

Trek from the port of Lipari to Monte Rosa via Pignataro and Serra. Ascents, dirt sections and a mule track up to the cross and small church. Return on foot along the same route. Photos and souvenir videos included.

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Trekking to the Crater of Vulcano with video souvenir

Trek from the port of Vulcano to the Gran Cratere, along a volcanic trail and over uneven terrain. Route undertaken only when weather, safety conditions and accessibility permit. Video footage included.

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Trekking to Punta della Crepazza with souvenir video

From the port of Lipari, via Sotto il Vecchio and il Cappero, to Punta della Crepazza and San Salvatore. Snack break, return from Marina Corta to the port. Souvenir video with filming and editing included.

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Stroll through the heart of Lipari with a video souvenir

From the port of Lipari to Marina Lunga, Castello, Marina Corta and Porto delle Genti, with a return through the alleys and Corso Vittorio Emanuele. Shooting and souvenir video edited by me, Leoliano Scalzo, included.

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Stroll through the heart of Lipari with Leoliano Scalzo

From the port of Lipari to Marina Lunga, Castello, Marina Corta, and Porto delle Genti, among alleys and stories with Leoliano Scalzo. Return from Corso Vittorio Emanuele, respecting the islands.

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Climb to the Gran Cratere of Vulcano with a sandwich break

From the port of Vulcano to the grocery store for a sandwich, then up to the Gran Cratere among colors and views. Break with a view of the Aeolian Islands and return to the port. Hiking shoes, a backpack, and water are required.

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Trekking to Punta della Crepazza and San Salvatore

From the port of Lipari, via Sotto il Vecchio and Il Cappero, to Punta della Crepazza and the San Salvatore observatory. Snack break with a view of Vulcano and return along the same route.