Helicopter Tour and Winery Visit

Sicily’s most famous and dramatic landmark, Mt. Etna, is best viewed from the area. It’s a short drive from the yacht to the helipad near Taormina where you’ll take to the skies for a thrilling aerial tour over the towering volcano. The helicopter will fly over the top, which stands at more than 3,300 meters. From above, you’ll have an unparalleled view of the many craters, some of which may be smoking, and the Valle del Bove, the horseshoe-shaped depression carved some 5 kilometers across and 1,000 meters deep into the volcano’s eastern flank. Everyone onboard is equipped with a headset that allows you to hear your pilot-guide and talk with each other. The helicopter takes you over the historic town of Taormina before touching down near the Gambino Winery, which cultivates grapes on Etna’s eastern slopes. You’ll tour the cellars of the family-owned winery and learn about the distinctive characteristics of their wines at a tasting. You’ll also enjoy a lunch of typical Sicilian fare – simply prepared with fresh, local, seasonal ingredients. Then relax and enjoy the scenery from a different perspective on the return drive to the yacht.