Experience the highlights of Sicily with our new relaxed walking holiday based at the four star Hotel Baia Taormina. Enjoy seven nights of half board accommodation with guided walks through varied landscapes. Discover Mount Etna with its craters and lava flows, explore the dramatic Alcantara Gorge, and wander the tranquil countryside of La Valle D’Argo. Balanced with free time, this holiday blends gentle adventure, stunning scenery, and ample relaxation in a welcoming small group setting experience.
Discover Mount Etna on an unforgettable walking adventure. Starting at Rifugio Sapienza (1,910m), follow a spectacular panoramic trail with constant summit views. Exploring the dramatic craters from the 2001 eruptions, cross ancient lava flows, and encounter unique volcanic flora. The journey culminates at Silvestri Superior Crater, where breathtaking views stretch across Etna’s volcanic amphitheatre to the shimmering Sicilian coastline-an inspiring experience at Europe’s most iconic volcano.
You will enjoy a relaxed and memorable day exploring the remarkable Alcantara Gorge. This striking canyon will impress with its dramatic basalt walls shaped by ancient lava flows and the river over time. You will follow a scenic trail with gentle gradients, leading to wonderful panoramic viewpoints before descending into the gorge itself. Here, you will experience the unique rock formations up close, with views of Mount Etna, the Peloritani Mountains, and Motta Camastra. Approx 5 miles.
The Hotel Baia Taormina is a four star cliffside retreat overlooking the bay of Taormina with stunning sea views. It features two outdoor pools, two sea view restaurants, a wellness centre with spa facilities, and easy access to a private beach via an underpass or an affiliated beach with shuttle service. Guests enjoy free parking, Wi-Fi, a fitness room, bar, and proximity to diving, water sports, and excursions around the coast and nearby Mount Etna
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