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Italy Hiking Tours: 15 Worth Booking

37 hikes  ·  from $35 a head

This is the shortlist to send a friend who asks where to walk next: 15 hiking tours in Italy worth the trip, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa - Manarola: the first look at Cinque Terre
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Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa

1.Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,486 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $66Our pick

Spend about 13 hours exploring Cinque Terre from Florence, with stops in Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, Monterosso, and Riomaggiore. Choose a guided hike or train travel between villages, and add Pisa on selected options. Guides such as Claudia, Chris, and JoJo are known for clear local insight and thoughtful help.

“Best day trip to the region of cinque de terra. Well planned with very knowledgeable guide . Well worth a visit.”

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Florence: Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa - The long road from Florence to La Spezia
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Florence: Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa

2.Florence: Cinque Terre Day Trip with Optional Hiking or Pisa

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 4,848 reviews · 12 - 13 hours · from $65

Travel from Florence to Cinque Terre with Walkabout Tours and guides such as Ado, Chris, Joanne, Claudia, and Victoria. Visit all five villages by bus and train, add a guided hike from Corniglia to Vernazza, and take a coastal boat when conditions allow. Or choose the Pisa option, which visits three villages without hiking.

“This day tour to the incredible Cinque Terre National Park was the highlight of my trip to Italy. Our guide Genevra was fantastic, she shared so much knowledge throughout the day and was impressive at keeping the group organised and on schedule through the multiple train trips to the 5 towns. I opted for the hike which was an amazing experience, the views were stunning. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to experience this uniquely beautiful part of Italy.”

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Mount Etna: Summit Guided Hiking Tour up to 3,400 m - Starting at Rifugio Sapienza at 1,900 meters
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Mount Etna: Summit Guided Hiking Tour up to 3,400 m

3.Mount Etna: Summit Guided Hiking Tour up to 3,400 m

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,792 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $65

Choose a guided Etna hike to 3,000 or 3,400 meters. You’ll ride the cable car, cross lava flows and volcanic sand, and learn about eruptions from guides such as Eduardo or Giuseppe. The summit route adds a 4x4 ride and tougher hiking. Pickup from Catania is available.

“The driver, Peppe and our tourguide was very informative and helpful, we learned a lot about Etna. It was totally worth it, it was our greatest experience in Sicily.”

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Mount Etna: Trek to 3000m with cable car and 4x4 - Cable car to 2,500 meters
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Mount Etna: Trek to 3000m with cable car and 4×4

4.Mount Etna: Trek to 3000m with cable car and 4×4

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,823 reviews · 5 hours · from $65

Join Etna Guides at Rifugio Sapienza for a five-hour trip to 3000 meters. Ride the cable car and 4x4, then hike across black volcanic sand to Barbagallo Crater, a 2002 lava vent, recent flows, and a lava channel. Guides including Antonio, Giuseppe, Michele, and Dario lead groups in English, French, and Italian. Expect thin air, cold wind, and three to four hours on foot.

“We might have grumbled about how long it took to get everyone ready before setting out, but the wait was most definitely worth it! Antonio spoke excellent English and was a brilliant guide, full of knowledge - if only we could remember half of what he told us. Trekking on Etna will remain a highlight of our time in Sicily, an incredible experience and highly recommended.”

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Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car - The 4x4 ride to 2,850 meters
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Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car

5.Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,875 reviews · 5 hours · from $77

Ride the cable car and 4x4 toward 2,850 meters, then hike with a small group of up to eight toward Etna’s summit craters. Guides such as Simone, Marco, Giuseppe, and Basilio explain the volcano as you walk. Expect loose volcanic sand, cold wind, changing routes, and a possible summit closure if weather or volcanic activity makes the upper slopes unsafe.

“The tour was very nice, our guide, Raffaelo, was a very pleasant and passionate volcano admirer. He took care of the whole group and checked on everyone repeatedly to ensure that no one is falling behind. He even carried an older lady downhill where it was too complicated for her to walk further! This said, please pay attention that the speed you'll be walking with is a speed of the slowest in the group, so enjoy the more relaxing walk:)”

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Etna: summit craters trekking with volcano guide 3350mt - The first uphill walk across volcanic sand and lava
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Etna: summit craters trekking with volcano guide 3350mt

6.Etna: summit craters trekking with volcano guide 3350mt

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,712 reviews · 6 hours · from $77

Meet Ashàra’s multilingual guide at Rifugio Sapienza for a six-hour Etna trek. A cable car and 4x4 take you toward 2,800 meters, then you hike across lava and sulfur-stained ground to the summit craters, if conditions allow. Guides such as Antonio, Massimo, Giovanni, and Giacomo adjust the route for weather and volcanic activity.

“Very nice trip. Thank you once more to the team who cared about us. They are really prepare for "summer turist" - warm jackets, shoes, gloves ... Must say - it was very helpfull because of strong and cold wind. I can not imagine trip there alone and do not recommend it to anybody. Thanks to our guide we were safe and receive a lot of interesting information. Thank you once more.”

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Catania: Mount Etna Trekking Tour Beyond the Tourist Trails - From central Catania to Trecastagni
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Catania: Mount Etna Trekking Tour Beyond the Tourist Trails

7.Catania: Mount Etna Trekking Tour Beyond the Tourist Trails

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,596 reviews · 7 hours · from $81

Spend seven hours exploring Mount Etna from Catania with guides such as Antonio and Renato. Walk from the Silvestri Craters toward Valle del Bove, inspect lava flows, enter a lava cave when conditions allow, and slide down volcanic sand. Transport, trekking gear, warm layers, and small-group guidance are included.

“I recently joined the 'Mount Etna Trekking Tour Beyond the Tourist Trails' and it was hands down the highlight of my trip to Catania. Our guide, Antonio, was absolutely incredible. He didn't just lead the way; he shared deep insights into the history, geology, and culture of the region, making the landscape come alive. What impressed me most was how attentive Antonio was to everyone in the group. He made sure we were all comfortable and safe throughout the trek, adjusting the pace whenever needed. If you want to escape the crowds and truly understand the soul of Etna, I highly recommend this tour. Thank you, Antonio, for such a…”

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Mount Etna: Guided Trek 3,000 Meters to the Summit - Starting at La Terrazza Dell’Etna
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Mount Etna: Guided Trek 3,000 Meters to the Summit

8.Mount Etna: Guided Trek 3,000 Meters to the Summit

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,407 reviews · from $113

Meet your English or Italian-speaking guide at La Terrazza Dell’Etna for a six-hour trek up Mount Etna. You’ll ride the cable car, hike across ash and old lava flows to about 3,000 meters, and visit the still-fuming 2001 Crater. Guides such as Luca, Marco, and Manuel are praised for their pacing and clear volcanic explanations.

“Awesome Trip. Thank you for climbing up to 3000m. Awesome view and experience.”

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Stromboli: Sunset Trekking at Sciara del Fuoco - From Piazza San Vincenzo to the upper trail
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Stromboli: Sunset Trekking at Sciara del Fuoco

9.Stromboli: Sunset Trekking at Sciara del Fuoco

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,372 reviews · 5 hours · from $35Best value

Hike Stromboli with a volcanological guide from Ashàra Etna & Stromboli Guides, stopping at 400 meters for sunset over the Aeolian Islands and views of lava bursts at Sciara del Fuoco. The five-hour tour includes a helmet and headlamp. Guides such as Giuseppe, Giovanni, Nino, and Federico are praised for a steady pace and clear explanations.

“The tour was smooth and well organised. We trekked for 2 hours with multiple stops and stories about the island along the way. The walk itself is not too difficult except the last section. Once we got the 400m, we stayed for about an hour and a half to watch the sunset and see the volcanic activity - we got 4 displays of lava which was exciting! The descent is slightly more difficult in the dark but everyone stayed together and used their flashlights so we were back in an hour and a half.”

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Etna Sunset Tour: Volcano trek, Cave & tasting from Catania - A tasting of Etna’s volcanic pantry
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Etna Sunset Tour: Volcano trek, Cave & tasting from Catania

10.Etna Sunset Tour: Volcano trek, Cave & tasting from Catania

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,290 reviews · 5 hours · from $70

Travel from Catania to Mount Etna in a small group of up to eight. Visit a local producer, enter the Grotta dei Tre Livelli with helmet and headlamp, then walk around old craters at about 1,910 meters. Guides such as Salvatore Mario, Eduardo, Lorenzo, and Bruna add useful stories about eruptions, Sicily, and the volcano.

“Stefano is a very pleasant guide who made this experience awesome for our group. He also coordinated everything perfectly in English as well as in Italian. It was really fun! Beautiful scenery and pictures.”

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Catania: Mount Etna Adventurous Hiking Tour with Equipment - From Piazza Stesicoro to the slopes of Etna
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Catania: Mount Etna Adventurous Hiking Tour with Equipment

11.Catania: Mount Etna Adventurous Hiking Tour with Equipment

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 784 reviews · 7 hours · from $88

Leave Catania with guides such as Alessandro, Alessio, Julian, or Ernesto for a real Etna hike, not a short walk near the cable car. You climb from about 1,970 to 2,400 metres, visit the Barbagallo Crater, enter Grotta Pitagora, and descend through loose volcanic sand. Shoes, poles, helmets, jackets, transfers, and insurance are included.

“We had an amazing day with our guide. He was very informative and fun, never a boring moment during the hike. He really has the right equipment and all the Decathlon in his truck, he was able to give us shoes even in the size of 36.😂 It is a tiring hike and the volcanic rock is really slippery, so be prepared for a “hike-in-sand” feeling, but he adjusts the tour to each and every group, so it will be suitable for your needs. Also, keep in mind, you’ll get VERY dirty. Absolutely recommend it, much more fun than just choosing the ski-lift!”

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From Catania: trek on Mount Etna, Lava Cave & tasting Tour - The drive from Catania to Sapienza Refuge
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From Catania: trek on Mount Etna, Lava Cave & tasting Tour

12.From Catania: trek on Mount Etna, Lava Cave & tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 563 reviews · 7 hours · from $68

Travel from Catania to Mount Etna in a group of up to eight, walk around inactive craters with a multilingual guide, enter Grotta Lunga with a helmet and lamp, then taste Etna honey, olive oil, wine and other local products in Ragalna. Optional cable-car and jeep transport costs extra.

“Very good and funny tour guide, thank you Caramelo!😊”

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From Sorrento: Path of the Gods Guided Hike with Transfers - Leaving Sorrento by air-conditioned minibus
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From Sorrento: Path of the Gods Guided Hike with Transfers

13.From Sorrento: Path of the Gods Guided Hike with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 530 reviews · 6 hours · from $94

Meet your English-speaking guide in Sorrento and ride by minibus to the Path of the Gods. Walk ancient mule tracks above the Tyrrhenian Sea, choose a gentler or tougher route, and stop at a shepherd’s hut for local food, wine, and music. Guides such as Nino, Monica, Antonio, and Pepe add local stories, plant knowledge, and history.

“This is not just a hike. This was the most wonderful experience. Lovely air conditioned transport from Sorrento. The views from the path are amazing and our guide Pepe explained lots of wonderful local facts during the hike. He was very patient making sure everyone was ok. There is an opportunity to take an easier path for those not as confident but this is hike is very doable. The stop at Antonio’s shepherds hut was brilliant. Lovely food and wine. Fantastic experience, would definitely recommend.”

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From Taormina: Etna Tour with Hiking, Cave Visit, & Tastings - Pickup from Taormina and the long ride to Etna
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From Taormina: Etna Tour with Hiking, Cave Visit, & Tastings

14.From Taormina: Etna Tour with Hiking, Cave Visit, & Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 518 reviews · 7 hours · from $83

Travel from Taormina or Giardini Naxos to Etna with a multilingual guide, walk among extinct craters, and enter a lava cave with a helmet and headlamp. Finish with honey, olive oil, wine, and other local tastes near Ragalna. The small group has no more than eight people, with cable-car and 4x4 upgrades available on site.

“Alessio was an amazing guide. Made the day so interesting and funny.”

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From Taormina: Half-Day Mount Etna Morning Trek - The ride from Taormina to the volcano
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From Taormina: Half-Day Mount Etna Morning Trek

15.From Taormina: Half-Day Mount Etna Morning Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 504 reviews · 6.5 hours · from $106

Travel from Taormina to 2,000 meters on Mount Etna with a trained guide such as Tony, Roberto, Ricardo, or Ugo. Walk around extinct craters, enter a lava cave, borrow boots and poles, then finish with lunch, Etna wine, and almond wine at a local winery.

“Our guide Ricardo was just perfect. His knowledge about mount Etna is incredible. He was very kind, explained us everything in details and made our day unforgettable!”

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