Cooking Class

This was a fun way to spend a half-day! We were picked up at the resort we were staying at (Monaci) and drove some back roads to the north side of Etna. The landscape is amazing and our guide showed us some lava flows that were really something to be seen, as they extended way down the mountain/volcano. The bus ride to the top was interesting - wear something warm as it is quite cool at the highest point of your trip. We ended up having lunch at the area where the buses depart from - it was a good way to wrap up the trip!

Amazing!! Our guide, Marco took us in his jeep to Mt. Etna. He picked us up at our hotel and talked to us the entire drive giving us interesting information about the area!! He took us as high as he could in his hero where we transferred to the vehicles that are allowed higher and with a geological expert. Although I have to say, Marco at times gave us more information than the expert. After the incredible visit to 2900 meters, we made our way down. Marco then brought us to a beautiful place in the woods near a lava tube where there was a full picnic with wine and flowers and blankets and pillows all set up for us!! We ate, learned how to make (and eat) Granita the right way!!!

Our day out with Marco was amazing. He was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. He made the whole experience engaging and added a real personal touch that made us feel like we got something extra special. I would definitely recommend Etna Mareneve Escursioni for your tour of Etna. Completely worth it!

We had a wonderful private excursion to Mount Etna. The tour guide David was extra accommodating, was very knowledgeable with the history of our tour and extremely attentive to us. We highly recommend Mareneve if you are looking for the best tours of Mt. Etna.