Location: Trecastagni
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What to do and see in Trecastagni, Italy: The Best Places and Tips
Trecastagni (Sicilian: Triccastagni) is a comune (municipality) in the Metropolitan City of Catania in the Italian region Sicily, located about 160 kilometres (99 mi) southeast of Palermo and about 11 kilometres (7 mi) north of Catania.
Restaurants in Trecastagni
1. EtnaExcursion.it
Overall Ratings
5 based on 496 reviews
We arrange excursions on the highest active volcano in Europe by jeep, hiking, skiing, helicopter, etc. Our association is a small company and all the activities proposed are characterized by a friendly and informal but equally professional. Thanks to our experience and passion will transform your trip into an exhausting day full of fun and adventure. Discounts for families.
Reviewed By Marion L
We have done the "etna grand tour" with the guide named Paolo. it was wonderful, a small group, nice food et nice point of view. Paolo knows a lot about the etna volcano. Dario who was guiding the other group was really nice too. a...MoreThank you very much!!! Regards by Paolo
2. Etna3340
Overall Ratings
5 based on 273 reviews
Visit Mount Etna
Reviewed By grosque07 - Ankara, Turkey
I am not the person who fancy sightseeing with a guide, but after an excursion that was orginized by this agency I will have to change my mind. I had a chance to know Etna by myself a little bit by orginizing some trekking with my friend but it is not the same. The primarily thing is their knowledge though. Roberto had answered all of my questions and explained everything in a very thorough and passionate way. Definitely worth the money! Not to mention the unforgetable views and memories you will take with you.
3. Etna Touring
Overall Ratings
5 based on 118 reviews
Excursions and trekking on the Etna, the hightest active volcano in Europe, with volcanologic and alpine guides.
Reviewed By MooseNL - Amsterdam
This was my second visit to Etna, and upon the recommendation of my B&B host decided to hike to the summit with Etna Touring. She had been under the impression that the group size would be limited, which unfortunately it wasn't.
Upon arrival to the meet up point at the restaurant, we were conveyed over to the Etna Touring sign up point near the funivia departure point. Initially, we heard one or two members of staff, informing people that dropped by that they were full, but as time wore on, more and more people were allowed to join the group.
While this would not necessarily pose a problem, it did result in us departing late, and also based on our location in the chain of people climbing up or down, we might have missed the information provided by P.
Despite all this, it was a memorable experience.
1. Etna Touring provides jackets, hiking boots, hiking poles, and gaiters for people who have for some reason arrived without. All at no extra charge.
2. Helmets are provided
3. Guides are friendly and personable. For the slower hikers, one stays at the back and provides some assistance or instruction where needed.
4. Honey sweets, wine, coffee and some sort of fruit are provided during lunch break.
5. A number of breaks are taken to ensure that the group stays together, i.e. that the slow hikers can catch up to the rest.
The price paid to Etna Touring includes the cost for the Funivia and the 4x4 minivans. The funivia conveys hikers to 2,500m, and the 4x4 minivans to 2,920. After this, hikes to the summit (3,345) are only allowed with a guide.
While the hike to the summit is only about 400 m, through a zig-zag route, due to the strong winds, it proved quite challenging for most. Without the wind, if an experienced hiker, the hike would not be that strenuous, given that the guides maintain a somewhat relaxed pace.
Going downhill, a large portion of the hike is spent lumbering through ash, so I would definitely recommend gaiters.
The views on the way up and at the top, sitting above the clouds for lunch in the bright Sunshine all add to make this a remarkable experience.
4. Sicily Choice Tours
Overall Ratings
5 based on 67 reviews
Sicily Private Tours
Reviewed By Sarah F
Gaetano is one of a kind! His enthusiasm and professionalism is above and beyond. He was more than willing to accommodate any request and he always did it with a smile. He single handedly made the voyage through Sicily unforgettable and completely worthwhile. You will not be disappointed. He took us to the most desirable attractions and provided personal tour guides who were exceptional!! Thank you Gaetano for the trip of a lifetime!!
5. Piazza del Duomo di Acireale
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4.5 based on 102 reviews
Reviewed By Whizzo040 - Catania, Italy
For sure a focal point for a relaxed stroll through Acireale. Doesn't matter if your are about to go out for dinner or finished with shopping. It's a perfect meeting place with lots of interesting buildings and people to see. Great place to be during carnival or to start your weekend visit to the market.
6. Etna Est
Overall Ratings
5 based on 636 reviews
Etna Est has been organizing since 2000 excursions on Etna but also guided tours to the most beautiful places in Sicily, such as Taormina and Syracuse. Our trips are conceived in order to offer you a perfect service. Our guides are professional and friendly and can't look forward to sharing with you their love and passion for this amazing land. Live your dreams with Etna Est!
Reviewed By Costel B - Bucharest, Romania
Highly recommended. Amazing view and very knowledge guide. Be aware is not a walk on a flat land, so be equipped with good shoes for the mountain. The good part is that the guide has all necessary (shoes, helmets for visiting lava tunnel). Don't forget your camera, you'll get amazing pictures.
7. Basilica S. Caterina
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By LUPOERRANTE - Italy
Ci siamo imbattuti nella chiesa nel tragitto in direzione Monte Etna; si trova lungo la strada del paese e al suo interno custodisce meravigliose opere di affreschi e dettagli.
Consiglio la visita
8. Movie Escape
Overall Ratings
5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By lienvg2017 - Oudenaarde, Belgium
The guys were very nice, they translated everything in their game to English for us and it was perfect! We already played 30 escape rooms in Europe and the Saw room is in our top 3! Great decoration, puzzles, amazing horror movie atmosphere and elements of surprise! Trust me, just go there, we will go back for the other room. Only 20 min. drive from Catania airport and on the road to Taormina, so perfect for tourists.
9. Dario Vaghi - Etna Excursion Naturalistic Guide
Overall Ratings
5 based on 101 reviews
I'm Dario Vaghi, with me you will live a fascinating experience, awaken your senses with colors smells and tastes of an extraordinary land, Sicily! Maybe you're looking for tours and not on the usual sightseeing tours, visit my website I am what you were looking for. Come with me with my Jeep, no more than 5 pax, we will build itinerary as you wish.If you love nature like me you'll not regret.
Reviewed By florent G - Paris, France
Fantastic family excursion with Dario and Basilio, one of our best memory in Sicily, good trip and explanations
10. Santuario SS.MM.Alfio Filadelfio e Cirino
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4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By CCC_wanderlust - Alexandria, Virginia
I visited Trecastagni on May 10 with a group to attend the garlic festival. Our tour guide explained that May 10 was the culmination of several days of religious celebrations to honor the Holy Martyrs (brothers) Alfio, Philadelphius, and Cirino. The town has held this celebration (festa) since the 1500s. Santuario Santi Martiri Alfio Filadelfio e Cirino is the church built for these three saints. The three brothers were martyred by the Romans on May 10, ~ 253 A.D. for refusing to renounce their Christian faith. Legend states that they traveled from Messina to Lentini, where they were killed. Along the way, miracles were attributed to them. They stopped overnight at a small town later named Trecastagni, derived from the Latin "tres casti agni" or "three chaste lambs." Even after death, many miracles were attributed to their intercession.
The church building is relatively small; expect more of a parish church than a Cathedral. What it lacked for size it made up for congregants. It was fascinating to see devotees with their big candles crowd around to place their offering. Fortunately, there were two attendants present, to ensure that the candle fires did not go out of control. I did not stay for Mass and only saw part of the religious procession through town after. All in all, it was a memorable experience in Trecastagni, although I'm still unsure about the tie-in to garlic.
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