Cycle the Backroads of Sicily
Italy
7 days (Bike: 5 days)
298 km (~60km per day)
Active
Hilly, On-road
Guided
Supported
Pedal through Sicily's Val di Noto, from the foothills of Monti Iblei to the coast, pausing at vineyards, Baroque towns and wild swim spots
Cycle along Sicily’s pristine coastline, wild swim in the Vendicari Nature Reserve, and unwind on the beaches of Portopalo di Capo Passero and Avola.
Explore the Baroque, UNESCO-listed towns of Ragusa Ibla, Modica and Noto, immersing yourself in Sicily’s rich cultural heritage.
Descend alongside the stunning Cavagrande del Cassibile canyon, one of Europe’s deepest, for thrilling hairpin turns backed by panoramic views.
Savour local Sicilian delights, from traditional meals at trattorias and chocolate indulgence in Modica, to wine tasting at Terre di Noto
Tour Information
From
Palazzolo Acreide
To
Siracusa
Cost From
Guided € 1915
Departure(s)
April 4-10, May 9-15, June 13-19, September 12-18, October 24-30, November 7-13, 2026
Single Supplement
Available
Elevation Gain
3035
Inclusions
- Local, expert, English-speaking cycle guides and a bike mechanic
- 6 nights in comfortable locally run hotels and B&Bs
- Meals
- 7 breakfasts to fuel you up each day
- 1 lunch and wine tasting
- 1 picnic lunch at Cavagrande del Cassibile viewpoint
- 2 traditional Sicilian dinners
- Snacks while cycling
- Modica chocolate tasting
- Transfers
- Group arrival transfer from Catania Airport on the morning of Day 1
- Departure transfer to Catania Airport at any time on Day 7
- Fuji Absolute hybrid bike
- Support vehicle to transfer your luggage, and for you to hop in to if your legs need a rest
Exclusions
- Flights, trains or other travel to the start point and back from the end point.
- 4 lunches and dinners have not been included, to allow you to eat at bistros in the small towns you pass by and sample some local restaurants in the locations you stay at. We recommend you budget about £10/€15 for lunch and £20/€25 for dinner to cover these.
- Tips are not included in the trip cost. These are entirely at your discretion but there is an expectation to tip for good service. Your guide will help with advice, however we suggest the below as a guideline: €30 for the main guide and €10 for the support driver
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas
Options
- Additional night pre or post trip
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