weekend and 4-day getaways
Three destinations, three historic Sicilian cities, a weekend to discover magnificent landscapes.
Whether you are short on time or just looking for a quick outdoor escape to a beautiful place, these bike trips only last three or four days, choose from these amazing destinations and join us in the sun!
"I've never met anybody who regretted taking a long ride.But I've met many who regretted not doing one."
Alaistair Humphreys.
ITINERARY
Active Level - Medium difficulty
200 km - 2500 mt. gain
4 Days - Charme Hotels
DAY 1
Get ready for fantastic biking vistas of Mount Etna. Ride peaceful roads through the magnificent Val di Noto and Valle dell'Anapo.The fragrance of lemon tree wafts by as you bike by,through orchards and olive groves. A dinner of traditional Sicilian cuisine awaits at a local farm.
DAY 2
On your bike,we take a spin on pacefull road trought typicall Sicilian's old villages,Palazzolo Acreide,Buccheri and Vizzini.
After a lunch in a typicall farm we will continue our bicycle journey towards Riserva naturale Cavagrande.
Dinner in Hotel.
DAY 3
We will ride in the countryside, along rolling hills, we will explore Ortigia and have lunch in a typical famous taste shop.
After our lunch we will cycle through a marine nature reserve, visit artist shops and the lively local fish market.
Before our typical dinner we will have a drink on the panoramic terrace of our Hotel.
Day 4
Breakfast and shuttle service to Catania Airport
What's Included
• Two professional tour guides throughout the program
• All accommodations in 4 star hotels and one 3 star hotel
• All breakfasts, all lunches, and all dinners (Day 1 not included)
• Wine and beer with meals, coffee, cappuccino, and gelato stops
• Tastings of wine and local specialties
• Cooking demonstration with a local chef
• Logistical support during the tour and luggage transfer
• Shuttle at the beginning and at the end of the tour (Mercedes Vito/Ford Transit Custom)
• Bike rental with bike helmet and GPS navigation
SicilyCyclingTours gear(including a custom cycling jersey t-shirt, water bottle, and drawstring bag)
What's Excluded
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Medical insurance
Everything is not explicitly written in this page!
ITINERARY
Active Level - Easy.
240 km - 1400 mt. gain
4 Days - Charme Hotels
DAY 1
From Tucson, we journey to Saguaro National Park West, comprised of over 24,000 acres of desert landscape | Hike along a ravine to find the remnants of an old copper mine and views of giant saguaros and their long arms reaching for the Sonoran desert sun | Find 800-year-old petroglyphs etched into canyon walls by Hohokam peoples | Explore the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, a unique zoo, natural history museum and botanical garden | At the end of each day relax at our historic resort, perhaps poolside with vistas of the Santa Catalina Mountains.
DAY 2
On your bike, take a spin on Tucson's car-free path to Saguaro National Park East, the larger side of the park and home to cougars and bears | Cycle along the acclaimed Cactus Loop, a quiet one-way road in the park | Enjoy a roller-coaster route that twists and turns through a saguaro cactus forest | Get a taste of the climb up Mt. Lemmon, one of the country’s top 10 sustained distance climbs, where you’ll find an otherworldly environment of rock formations and incredible views of the Tucson valley.
DAYS 3-4
Get to know Tucson as you circle the city on a car-free paved route | Stroll through Mercado San Agustin, an open-air courtyard lined with local shops and restaurants that embody the casual and artsy Tucson vibe | In the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains, hike through the riparian zone of Sabino Canyon, brimming with diverse vegetation and wildlife.
What Included
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All breakfasts, 3 dinners
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Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
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Snacks and beverages between meals
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Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
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Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
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Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information.
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Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
-
Equipment and experienced guides
-
Baggage transfers and porterage
-
Transfer from/to Airport
-
Insurance
-
GPS
Excluded
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Bike Rent
-
Lunches
Everything is not explicitly written in this page!
ITINERARY
Active level - Medium.
230 km - 3200 mt. gain
4 Days - Casual Hotels
DAY 1
From Tucson, we journey to Saguaro National Park West, comprised of over 24,000 acres of desert landscape | Hike along a ravine to find the remnants of an old copper mine and views of giant saguaros and their long arms reaching for the Sonoran desert sun | Find 800-year-old petroglyphs etched into canyon walls by Hohokam peoples | Explore the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, a unique zoo, natural history museum and botanical garden | At the end of each day relax at our historic resort, perhaps poolside with vistas of the Santa Catalina Mountains.
DAY 2
On your bike, take a spin on Tucson's car-free path to Saguaro National Park East, the larger side of the park and home to cougars and bears | Cycle along the acclaimed Cactus Loop, a quiet one-way road in the park | Enjoy a roller-coaster route that twists and turns through a saguaro cactus forest | Get a taste of the climb up Mt. Lemmon, one of the country’s top 10 sustained distance climbs, where you’ll find an otherworldly environment of rock formations and incredible views of the Tucson valley.
DAYS 3-4
Get to know Tucson as you circle the city on a car-free paved route | Stroll through Mercado San Agustin, an open-air courtyard lined with local shops and restaurants that embody the casual and artsy Tucson vibe | In the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains, hike through the riparian zone of Sabino Canyon, brimming with diverse vegetation and wildlife.
What Included
-
All breakfasts, 3 dinners
-
Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
-
Snacks and beverages between meals
-
Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
-
Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
-
Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information.
-
Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
-
Equipment and experienced guides
-
Baggage transfers and porterage
-
Transfer from/to Airport
-
Insurance
-
GPS
Excluded
-
Bike Rent
-
Lunches
Everything is not explicitly written in this page!