{"id":5573,"date":"2025-12-19T13:26:58","date_gmt":"2025-12-19T12:26:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.acquaduci.it\/%f0%9f%8d%b7-wine-tour-etna-e-vulcano-in-giornata-guida-da-pozzallo-e-acquaduci\/"},"modified":"2025-12-19T14:17:44","modified_gmt":"2025-12-19T13:17:44","slug":"wine-tour-etna","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.acquaduci.it\/en\/wine-tour-etna\/","title":{"rendered":"\ud83c\udf77 Day Trip to Mount Etna and Back: How to Reach the Volcano and the Best Vineyards from Acquaduci (South East Sicily)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Sicily is a land of spectacular contrasts: in just a few hours, you can travel from the golden beaches of Pozzallo<\/a><\/strong> to the lunar peaks of Europe\u2019s most active volcano. For us at Acquaduci<\/strong>, welcoming you to South East Sicily also means helping you discover these hidden treasures. If you are dreaming of an Etna excursion<\/strong> that combines adventure with an exclusive wine tasting in Sicily<\/strong>, this itinerary is designed just for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pack your boots and get your glass ready: let’s set off to discover the “Giant” and its precious nectars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why visit Etna starting from Pozzallo – wine tour Etna?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many travelers choose our area as a base for its proximity to Modica<\/a> and Scicli<\/a>, but not everyone knows that Etna is perfectly reachable in a day. Starting from the sea and climbing towards the Etna vineyards<\/strong> is an incredible sensory experience: the change in vegetation, the scents that become sharper, and the air that cools down are the perfect prelude to an unforgettable wine tour in Sicily<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Perfect Itinerary: Timing and Logistics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To enjoy the day without rushing, we recommend leaving Acquaduci around 8:00 AM<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. From Pozzallo<\/a> to Rifugio Sapienza (Etna South):<\/strong> In about 1 hour and 45 minutes by car, taking the highway towards Catania, you will reach the slopes of the volcano.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Morning on the Volcano:<\/strong> Between 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, you can explore the Silvestri Craters or take the cable car to go higher. The vineyard experience<\/strong> will be even more magical after having touched the black lava earth that gives flavor to the local wines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. The Return and Winery Stops:<\/strong> From 1:30 PM onwards, the descent will take you directly into the heart of the Etna Wine Road<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Wine Tasting Sicily: Etna DOC meets the South East<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Etna is not just lava; it is one of the most prestigious terroirs in the world. If you are looking for a vineyard experience in Sicily<\/strong>, the wineries along the Southern and Eastern slopes are a must. Here, the king is the Nerello Mascalese<\/em>, capable of producing Etna Rosso<\/strong>, an elegant wine that many compare to the great red wines of Burgundy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Where to stop for a Wine Tour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    On the way back to Acquaduci, you will find numerous open wineries in Sicily<\/strong>. We suggest booking a visit that includes a winery lunch<\/strong>: there is nothing better than pairing a glass of wine with a selection of local cheeses and Bronte pistachio specialties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Many of our guests specifically look for organic and natural wines in Sicily<\/strong>. On Etna, thanks to the altitude and the soil composition, heroic and organic viticulture is the norm. A stop for a sunset winery aperitif<\/strong> before returning to Pozzallo<\/a> will transform your day from “beautiful” to “unforgettable”.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Super Host Tips: What not to forget<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    At Acquaduci, we care about your comfort. Here are our “tricks of the trade”:<\/p>\n\n\n\n