Sicily is not only the biggest island in the Mediterranean but also one of the most fascinating, thanks to the incredibly diverse heritage left here by past civilizations including the Phoenecians, Greeks, Romans, Arabs, Normans and Spanish.
On this exciting cycling tour we explore the south-eastern part of the island, pedalling through the Baroque gems of Ragusa, Modica, Noto and other filming locations of the famous TV series Inspector Montalbano up to Syracuse, the ancient Greek capital.
Along the route we enjoy picturesque landscapes made of farmlands, deep gorges and dramatic coastal scenery which showcase the great natural diversity of the region. No trip to Sicily is complete without sampling some of the finest regional delights considered amongst the best of the whole Italian gastronomy.
Itinerary
Day 1
Start Palazzolo Acreide.
Day 2
Ride south to the hilltop Baroque town of Ragusa Ibla; cycle scenic roads to Modica.
Day 3
Try the famous Modica chocolate with chilli; cycle to the architectural delight of Scicli, famous film set of Inspector Montalbano; on to the fishing village of Marzamemi.
Day 4
Circular route through coastal wetlands to Isola delle Correnti, the southernmost point in Sicily.
Day 5
Coastal ride to the Vendicari Nature Reserve; continue to the UNESCO-listed Baroque town of Noto.
Day 6
Circular ride to Cavagrande National Reserve and the deep Cassibile Canyon.
Day 7
Final coastal ride to Syracuse; free time to discover the historic town.
Day 8
End Syracuse.
What's Included
- All breakfasts and 1 dinner
- All accommodation
- Flights from London (if booking incl. flights)
- Local bike hire
Price
From £1,299
