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Luxury Cycling in Sicily: Food, Wine, and Etna Volcano Biking

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Luxury Cycling in Sicily: Food, Wine, and Etna Volcano Biking
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Luxury Cycling in Sicily: Food, Wine, and Etna Volcano Biking
Itinerary
Luxury Cycling in Sicily: Food, Wine, and Etna Volcano Biking
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1 Person
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Duration
7 day
Guide(s)
Bike Tour Sardinia
Reserve deposit (30%) $0
Second Payment Amount: $0

  • Let’s go on a 7-day luxury cycling journey blending culture, nature, and indulgence! Cycle through Sicily’s ancient towns, baroque architecture, and postcard-worthy coastlines. Conquer the slopes of Mount Etna, Europe’s largest active volcano, and explore villages steeped in history. Along the way, indulge in the island’s culinary treasures: Modica’s famous chocolate, creamy gelato by the sea, bold Sicilian wines, and local cheeses. With carefully planned routes and experienced guides, you’ll enjoy a relaxed pace and breathtaking scenery. From sunlit piazzas to lava-scarred landscapes, this trip offers the ultimate Sicilian experience for cyclists and food lovers alike.

    • In the morning, there’s a Meet & Greet at the hotel in Siracusa. After a thorough bike fitting, we’ll start the bike tour with the conquest of the Hellenic and Roman Island ride towards Noto; the Capital of the local Barocco Siciliano. We will cross Avola, which gives the name to the famous Sicilian grape. Later on, we will arrive at the exotic fisherman village of Marzamemi, where we will have an unforgettable aperitivo. Our next goal is Modica, the core of the baroque Sicilian style. In the evening, we’ll have our first Sicilian dinner together.

      Meals: Dinner
      Biking: 76 km / 47 mi
      Elevation: 860 m / 2,821 ft
      Accommodation: Poggio Leano, Donnalucata

      Siracusa in Sicily

    • Today’s journey will start with a ride to Modica town center, famous for its chocolate tradition, and we’ll stop for our own chocolate tasting at Cioccolateria Bonaiuto. Leaving from Modica, we will climb a high plateau before reaching Ragusa, where we will stop for a gelato or a coffee in the old town. Famous here are the gardens “Giardini Iblei” and the Duomo of Ragusa.

      Then, we’re back in the saddle for a ride to the seaside town of Donnalucata, where they used to film the “Commissario Montalbano” TV series. Our last goal for today is Scicli. We’ll finish our ride with a short transfer from Scicli to the hotel or cycle a bit longer, if desired.

      Meals: Breakfast, dinner
      Biking: 65 km / 40 mi
      Elevation: 1,301 m / 4,268 ft
      Accommodation: Poggio Leano, Donnalucata

      Chocolate of Modica

    • Today’s ride is a loop towards the ancient town of Scicli and the seaside town of Sampieri, where we can stop for coffee. After Sampieri, we will ride up and down close to the sea until we reach Donnalucata, where a gelato stop is a must at Blue Moon Gelateria. Tonight, a Sicilian-style gourmet dinner awaits us in the hotel restaurant.

      Meals: Breakfast, dinner
      Biking: 62.8 km / 39 mi
      Accommodation: Poggio Leano, Donnalucata

      Scicli square

    • Today’s ride starts with a van transfer past Ragusa in the morning. We will ride towards Chiaramonte Gulfi, the town of ceramics, mostly downhill for the first part, and then up and down till the Caltagirone climb. On the way, we can stop for a lunch break (at your own expense) directly in Caltagirone or just before, at Agriturismo Casa degli Angeli, if available. Later, we’ll arrive at Caltagirone, the town of artistic ceramics, famous for its ceramic staircase. There’s also a wine tasting and a delicious dinner included at the hotel at 6pm.

      Meals: Breakfast, dinner
      Biking: 60-82.1 km / 38-51 mi
      Accommodation: Agriresort Judeka

      Stairs in Caltagirone

    • Today, there’s a van transfer in the morning from Caltagirone to Catania to the Etna area, and a bike ride to Linguaglossa. Today’s ride is one of the more difficult of the tour. On some stops, we’ll have a coffee or maybe a light lunch for those who want it. Finally, we’ll arrive at Piano Provenzana, the ski area of Etna’s north side. Later on, we’ll go to Linguaglossa and have dinner at Villa Neri restaurant.

      Meals: Breakfast, dinner
      Biking: 56 km / 35 mi
      Elevation: 700 m / 2,296 ft
      Accommodation: Villa Neri Resort and Spa in Linguaglossa

      Biking on Etna

    • On Day 6, we will climb up at “quota mille” road to reach Randazzo, where we’ll stop to taste some regional specialties. Then, we’ll have a hard climb up the Etna volcano. There’s an option to walk among the craters starting from the Mareneve plateau, with a hike of about 12 km / 7.5 mi. Those who opt for the hike will be picked up at the hotel and won’t bike today!

      When the tour of Etna finishes, whether on bike or on foot, we’ll all go back to the hotel in Linguaglossa and arrive just in time for a wine tasting and a farewell dinner in the city center.

      Meals: Breakfast, dinner
      Biking: 57 km / 38 mi
      Elevation: 1,000 m / 3,280 ft
      Accommodation: Villa Neri Resort and Spa in Linguaglossa

      Climbing Mt Etna

    • On the last day, we’ll have one last ride to Taormina by crossing the Alcantara Gorge. The Alcantara Gorge is an ancient valley carved out by the spring water cutting its way out and down a calcareous rock formation. We’ll pass little towns such as Giardini Naxos, and the seaside road will take us up to the breathtaking town of Taormina, ideal for shopping, tasting, and visiting the Greek theatre. After that, we’ll say our goodbyes and depart back home.

      Meals: Breakfast
      Biking: 47 km / 30 mi
      Elevation: 500 m / 1,640 ft

      Beautiful Taormina

    • Included:

        • An experienced, local, bilingual biking guides with extensive knowledge of the area
        • 7-day luxury cycling trip in Sicily (7 days cycling or 6 days cycling and 1 day Etna hiking)
        • Accommodation: 6 nights in superior hotels
        • Meals indicated in the itinerary (all breakfasts and dinners except breakfast on Day 1)
        • Wine tasting
        • Cheese tasting
        • Chocolate tasting
        • Snacks and water on the way
        • Private Event on RWGPS app, easy to follow with your own mobile
        • All shuttles and technical assistance
        • Support van
        • Baggage transfers
        • Bike Tour Sardinia water bottle

      Add-ons:

        • Bike rental
        • Single supplement

      Not included:

        • Flights to and from Italy
        • Train fare
        • Meals not indicated in the itinerary
        • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (except water)
        • Guide gratuities — optional
        • Travel and medical insurance — optional
        • Laundry expenses

    • This luxury cycling trip in Sicily is rated moderate. On some days, you’ll be biking anywhere from 47-82 km / 29-51 mi, which means that previous cycling experience and a reasonably good cycling shape is recommended.

      However, this cycling trip is designed to be a vacation, not a race. The pace is relaxed in order to enjoy the scenery, which consists of gently rolling terrain and some hills. Advanced cyclists who want to do more are accommodated, and backup transportation and support is always available.

      For more biking adventures in Italy, click here!

    • Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

        • Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 25-40L bag)
        • Comfortable biking shoes
        • Comfortable biking clothes
        • Spare clothes for layering
        • Waterproof rain jacket
        • Sunhat
        • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
        • Headlamp or flashlight
        • Sunglasses
        • Camera — optional (but recommended)

      Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

    • Group sizes and pricing

        • For this luxury cycling trip in Sicily, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 6-13:2.
        • There are 2 guides (1 driver, 1 cycling) from 6 up to 13 people. If there are more than 14 people, then there are 3 guides.
        • It takes a minimum of 6 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 18 participants.

      Biking in Italy can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

      Min. age requirements

        • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
        • Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the luxury cycling trip in Sicily on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

      If your group has bikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

    • The starting point of your luxury cycling trip in Sicily is Siracusa. To get there, most people fly into Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA). From there, you can take public transport or rent a car to reach Siracusa.

      Once you’re there, you will meet your guide in the morning at the hotel in Siracusa. Your guides will provide more detailed information before the trip starts.

    • We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!

      Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

      Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!

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