Experience the Flavors of Sicily Embark on a timeless adventure through the heart of ancient Sicily.
TASTE OF SICILY
A Taste of Sicily invites you to discover Sicily through its landscapes, heritage, cuisine and wine all while riding on quiet roads and experiencing local culture at a thoughtful pace.
This journey is designed for travelers who seek depth and authenticity over speed and volume.
GIORNO 1
Benvenuti in Sicilia.
Arrivo a Catania, benvenuto da parte dello staff e trasferimento in hotel.
Presentazione del viaggio, assemblaggio e preparazione delle biciclette.
Drink di benvenuto.
Il nostro giro inizia nel villaggio di pescatori di Marzamemi, perfetto per le cartoline, e ci fermeremo per un pranzo a base di pasta fresca di pesce in una trattoria locale. Continueremo attraverso la bellissima regione vinicola del Nero d'Avola fino al nostro primo elegante hotel.
Pasti: pranzo / cena
Destinazioni: Portopalo, Marzamemi
Realizzato: 34 km, dislivello: 314 metri
Alloggi: Masseria della Volpe
WELCOME TO SICILY
Arrival in Catania, welcome from the staff and transfer to the Hotel. Presentation of the trip, assembly and preparation of bikes. Welcome drink. Our ride begins at the postcard-perfect fishing village of Marzamemi, we’ll stop for a lunch of fresh seafood pasta at a local trattoria. We'll continue through the beautiful wine region of Nero d’Avola to our chic first hotel.
Meals: Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Portopalo, Marzamemi
Accomplished: 21 miles / 34 km, elevation gain: 314 meters
Accommodations: Masseria della Volpe or Baglio Genovesi
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DAY 3
RAGUSA AND ITS BAROQUE
This morning we ride to the hills of the Val di Noto to visit a tipicall farmhouse. Our friend Carmelo guide us through a cooking class, followed by a lunch featuring products grown right on her property. After our meal, we continue our ride into the Irminio Valley and the fairytale cityscape of Ragusa. The view upon arrival is incomparable—Baroque palaces and churches flow down the steep hillside as if fixed in an urban waterfall. We’ll spend the night in a converted palace in the heart of the new town. The evening is yours to explore Ragusa and take a local dining.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
Destinations: Val di Noto, Ragusa Ibla, Ragusa
Accomplished: 46 km, elevation gain 1,040 meters
Shorter Option: 17 miles / 27 km, elevation gain: 519 meters
Accommodations: Don Serafino or Relais Antica Badia
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DAY 5
GULFI WINERY TOUR
This morning, ride to the village of Licodia Eubea and toward Lake Dirillo, passing citrus orchards, olive trees, and thriving vineyards. At Gulfi winery, hop off the bike for a tasting and wine-paired lunch. Afterwards, we finish the loop back to the hotel or return via a van transfer. Tonight, a Sicilian-style farewell meal awaits us.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Licodia Eubea / Gulfi Winery
Accomplished: 21 miles / 34 km, elevation gain 495 meters
Shorter Option: 46 miles / 74 km, elevation gain: 1.149 meters
Accommodations: Castello Camemi or Eremo della Giubiliana
Hotels may vary based on departure.
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DAY 7
ETNA
After breakfast we depart for Etna Volcano. We will hike up and around its grandiose crater and then enjoy lunch in an old mountain chalet nestled in the Etna Park. Our chef, Pippo, will prepare us a typical Sicilian lunch, rich in flavours and traditions. Return to Catania in the afternoon and free time before dinner.
GIORNO 1
Benvenuti in Sicilia.
Arrivo a Catania, benvenuto da parte dello staff e trasferimento in hotel.
Presentazione del viaggio, assemblaggio e preparazione delle biciclette.
Drink di benvenuto.
Il nostro giro inizia nel villaggio di pescatori di Marzamemi, perfetto per le cartoline, e ci fermeremo per un pranzo a base di pasta fresca di pesce in una trattoria locale. Continueremo attraverso la bellissima regione vinicola del Nero d'Avola fino al nostro primo elegante hotel.
Pasti: pranzo / cena
Destinazioni: Portopalo, Marzamemi
Realizzato: 34 km, dislivello: 314 metri
Alloggi: Masseria della Volpe
NOTO
Today we ride into the Val di Noto with its flourishing olive and almond groves. Our first climb will be Castelluccio up to the coastal plateau to take a amazig views of the Mediterranean, then descend into the Baroque city of Noto. In town, we’ll enjoy lunch at our friend Marco’s restaurant, and taste-test some refreshing local granita. You can choose to bike or transfer back to the hotel and get ready for this evening’s private tasting dinner at the nearby winery.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Castelluccio, Testa dell’Acqua, Noto
Accomplished: 26 miles / 42 km, elevation gain: 677 meters
Longer Option: 40 miles / 66 km, elevation gain: 984 meters
Accommodations: Masseria della Volpe or Baglio Genovesi
Hotels may vary based on departure.
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DAY 4
THE IBLEI VALLEY
Today’s ride up the Irminio Valley takes us into Sicily’s wild interior. We’ll pass the Santa Rosalia lake the town of Giarratana, nestled deep in the heart of the Iblei Mountains. Our destination is a tipicall restaurant in the village of Buccheri. After lunch, it’s a beautiful downhill ride to Vizzini, and a pleasant spin to our luxurious hotel for the next two nights. Tonight, an unforgettable evening featuring a farm-fresh dinner and true Sicilian hospitality.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Giarratana / Buccheri / Vizzini
Accomplished: 37 miles / 60 km, elevation gain: 1,038 meters
Shorter Option: 23 miles / 37 km, elevation gain: 769 meters
Accommodations: Castello Camemi or Eremo della Giubiliana
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DAY 6
CITRUS ROAD ROUTES
Today's ride is the essential of Sicily: rolling hills, citrus trees, agricultural fields and hill towns. From the hotel, we follow lightly traveled roads toward the flanks of Mount Etna. Enjoy a breezy descent through the Sicilian countryside before climbing to Mineo, a former Arab stronghold. Then it's a brisk downhill to an area blanketed with fragrant lemon and orange orchards. Here we stop at a local farm house for a fresh lunch of regional specialties made with seasonal produce grown right on-site. Following lunch you can ride on your bike and pedal toward Grammichele for a refreshing granita, then pick up a scenic road that takes you back to our hotel for some downtime before dinner.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Mineo / Grammichele
Accomplished: 41 miles / 54 km, elevation gain: 495 meters
Longer Option: 56 miles / 67 km, elevation gain: 1,000 meters
Accommodations: Castello Camemi or Eremo della Giubiliana
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DAY 8
ARRIVEDERCI SICILIA
After our breakfast our driver will take you to the airport.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Etna
Accomplished: 3hour Hike
Accommodations: Monaci delle Terre Nere or Zash
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A TASTE OF THE EXPERIENCE
PRICE FROM € 4.200,00 per person
WHAT'S INCLUDED
COSA COMPRENDE
• Due guide turistiche professionali durante tutto il programma
• Tutte le sistemazioni in hotel 4 stelle e un hotel 3 stelle
• Tutte le colazioni, tutti i pranzi e tutte le cene
• Vino e birra ai pasti, caffè, cappuccini e gelaterie
• Degustazioni di vino e specialità locali
• Dimostrazione di cucina con uno chef locale
• Supporto logistico durante il tour e trasferimento bagagli
• Navetta all'inizio e alla fine del tour (Mercedes Vito/Ford Transit Custom)
• Noleggio biciclette con navigatore GPS
Casco bici
Abbigliamento SicilyCyclingTours, tra cui una t-shirt in jersey da ciclismo personalizzata, borraccia e borsa con coulisse
COSA È ESCLUSO: medical/travel insurance, e tutto ciò che non è esplicitamente scritto in questa pagina!
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
COSA COMPRENDE
• Due guide turistiche professionali durante tutto il programma
• Tutte le sistemazioni in hotel 4 stelle e un hotel 3 stelle
• Tutte le colazioni, tutti i pranzi e tutte le cene
• Vino e birra ai pasti, caffè, cappuccini e gelaterie
• Degustazioni di vino e specialità locali
• Dimostrazione di cucina con uno chef locale
• Supporto logistico durante il tour e trasferimento bagagli
• Navetta all'inizio e alla fine del tour (Mercedes Vito/Ford Transit Custom)
• Noleggio biciclette con navigatore GPS
Casco bici
Abbigliamento SicilyCyclingTours, tra cui una t-shirt in jersey da ciclismo personalizzata, borraccia e borsa con coulisse
COSA È ESCLUSO: medical/travel insurance, e tutto ciò che non è esplicitamente scritto in questa pagina!
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