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La Bella Sicilia Mini Tour

La Bella Sicilia Mini Tour

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Upcoming Dates

  • October 7, 2010
  • October 21, 2010
  • April 7, 2011
  • April 28, 2011
  • May 21, 2011
  • June 14, 2011
  • August 27, 2011
  • September 27, 2011
  • October 10, 2011

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Accommodations

Premier

Ability Level

Intermediate

Terrain

Rolling

Distance

Total mileage: 198 Daily average: 40

Arriving

Siracusa

Departing

Taormina

Price

  • $3,295

Single Supplement

$700

Bike Rental

Included!

Bike and Hike Ancient Sicily

Highlights

A distinct and indefinable island, Sicily has withstood centuries of tyranny and cataclysm to emerge as a vital and varied cultural region. The Mediterranean's larget island, Sicily's soil and architecture reveal layer after layer of intriguing history and rule by Arabs, Greeks, Romans, Saracens, French, Spanish, and Bourbons. Home to some of the finest examples of Greek architecture in the world, Sicily is an archaelogist's paradise.

A lush green spectacle in springtime and a vast golden stage in autumn, this itinerary pedals the south and northeast tip of the island to areas overlooked by the tourist masses.

Giro del Gelato - all you can eat gelato: September 4, 2010. 

Itinerary

   

Day 1—2 – Siracusa

On your first spin, discover Siracusa, one of the most important Greek colonies, and a cultural and political center for thousands of years. Visit archaeological sites and dine at a typical Sicilian restaurant. On day 2, we'll bike an archaeological reserve and nature site, viewing the Necropolis of Pantalica. Ride along the coast through historic towns, enjoying the natural beauty of southern Sicily.

Day 3 – Ragusa

Roll through the remote sheep-herding district of Altopiano Ibleo, to reach the modern province of Ragusa. An afternoon bath by the pool of our historic hotel will relax your muscles after the first full day on the bike.

Day 4 – Caltagirone

Settled by the Greeks, Caltagirone is known for its azulejos (Spanish style glazed tiles). Explore the mansions and spacious squares of this charming town, and climb La Scala, the magnificent stairway.

Day 5 – Taormina

Enjoy a panoramic ride over undulating hills to Morgantina, and stroll the extensive excavations of one of the world's best-preserved Greek cities. Then glide toward Mt. Etna.

Day 6 – Mt. Etna and Arrivederci!

On your final day, hike up Mt. Etna to see the volcano and absorb the magnificent views. After the hike, we'll provide a group shuttle to the Catania airport, where you can make connections. We're happy to assist you with any further travel plans!

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