Bike touring from Siracusa

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A Cycling Adventure through the History and Nature of Sicily

Do you love biking and travelling and want to go cycling between Etna and Piazza Armerina to experience this territory up close? Then this is the tour for you! The Bike touring from Siracusa, Piazza Armerina, Palazzolo Acreide, Modica, and Etna are the stops: Welcome to a unique adventure among the wonders of Sicily, where millennia of history blend with breathtaking landscapes and unspoiled nature. Our cycling tour will guide you along a fascinating route, starting from the charming city of Syracuse, through the picturesque Iblean quarries, to the majestic slopes of Mount Etna, the tallest active volcano in Europe. Along the way, you will visit seven UNESCO World Heritage cities: Noto, Modica, Ragusa, Palazzolo Acreide, Caltagirone, and Piazza Armerina, immersing yourself in the rich history and culture of the region.

Bike touring from Siracusa to Explore the Baroque of the South-East and the Sicilian Hinterland

Our journey begins with the exploration of the magnificent Baroque architecture of the southeast of the island, a witness to a glorious past rich in art and culture. From Syracuse, an ancient Greek colony and a city of a thousand facets, we will cycle towards Noto, the “Capital of the Baroque,” and then towards Modica and Ragusa, architectural jewels of Sicily. These cities will enchant your senses with their Baroque churches, noble palaces, and charming squares.

Discover Palazzolo Acreide and Piazza Armerina

Our tour will then take us to Palazzolo Acreide, a characteristic town with a rich historical and artistic heritage. From here, we will head to Piazza Armerina, famous for its Villa Romana del Casale and its extraordinary mosaics, a true treasure of Roman antiquity. Through these stops, you will have the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the history and culture of Sicily.

Bike touring between Etna and Piazza Armerina: Explore Sicily’s Nature

Our tour is not only about discovering cities and historical sites but also about exploring the untouched nature of the island. We will visit the Cavagrande del Cassibile Nature Reserve, a natural paradise with spectacular gorges and a rich flora and fauna. Additionally, we will explore the Etna Park, where you can admire the majesty of the volcano up close and enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Bike touring from Siracusa to Etna and Piazza Armerina: An Unforgettable Adventure

Our cycling tour offers you a unique and unforgettable experience through the history and nature of Sicily. With our experience and passion for cycling, we will be delighted to take you on a journey that will leave you with lasting memories and will make you fall in love with the beauty and authenticity of this extraordinary land. This tour is self-guided, so we recommend it to experienced users who are already familiar with cycling.

Book Your Cycling Tour Today

Don’t miss the opportunity to explore Sicily by bike, discovering hidden treasures and breathtaking landscapes along the way. Book your cycling tour from Syracuse to Etna today and get ready for an unforgettable adventure in one of Italy’s most fascinating places. With our cycling tour, we offer you the opportunity to explore the history, culture, and nature of Sicily authentically and engagingly, giving you indelible memories of an unforgettable journey.

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Individual arrival or transfer to Siracusa. Briefing and handover of the bikes.
Today you will cycle across the Iblei plateau with its numerous Canyons, called here „cave“. After having left Siracusa you will start a climb to the Climiti mountains and then along the ridge. Shortly before arriving in Sortino you will have a stunning view over the plain of Catania and in the background the volcano Mt. Etna, the goal of our tour. From Sortino you start the fast downhill with hairpins of the so-called „Fusco“ to the Anapo Valley. You a continuous up and down brings you to the coast, where you start the last challenging climb to the Cavagrande del Cassibile. The stage ends in Noto, the capital of the Sicilian Baroque.
Today’s stage shows you again the various landscape of the Iblei plateau and two true jewels of baroque architecture: Modica and Ragusa Ibla. After a first climb you arrive in Noto Antica, the original city of Noto, completely destroyed by the big earthquake of 1693. You continue to Castelluccio where you start the downhill to the valley. Uphill again to Modica and Ragusa, two master pieces of baroque architecture. Don’t forget to try the spicy chocolate in Modia. The stage finishes in Palazzolo Acreide.
Today the route leads from the Iblei to the Erei mountains. On a continuous up and down you cross a number of typical small mountain villages like Cassaro, Ferla, Sortino, Buccheri and Vizzini. The stages finishes in Caltagirone, the center of Sicilian pottery craft.
This stages continues to the center of Sicily that is of great agricultural importance and has already been described by the Romans as the granary of Italy. You will see vast plantations of prickly pears. (Fico d’India). Possibility to visit the „Villa Romana del Casale“ near Piazza Armerina with the well preserved polychromatic floor mosaics.
Today there is only one version. After leaving Caltagirone you first cycle downhill into the valley before you start the first climb of the day up to the village Mineo. From Mineo you continue to Milittello, a small town with an interesting baroque center. Then you cycle to the plain of Catania with its many citrus plantation always with view on the vulcano, Mt. Etna which you will see the whole day in front of you. With a little luck and good view, you can see smoke from the craters. From Paternò you climb until Nicolosi on the slopes of the Etna where the stage finishes.
This final stage – the circumnavigation of Mt. Etna – is the highlight of every road bike tour in Sicily and with two long and difficult climbs a challenge even for ambitious road cyclist. Passing by old lava flows you will arrive at 1900 m above sea level. We also offer a shorter version which still includes the most beautiful climb of the volcano. The choice is up to you.
Individual departure or extension.