Cycling in Sicily traces a measured arc from Palazzolo Acreide to Syracuse, linking the UNESCO-listed baroque towns of the Val di Noto with fishing harbours and nature reserves. Rides thread past olive groves and dry-stone walls into Ragusa Ibla, Modica and Scicli, then turn coastal for swims and coffee stops around Marzamemi and Portopalo. A loop through Vendicari brings bird-filled marshes and sandy coves, while the trip’s main climb reaches the viewpoints above Cavagrande del Cassibile before a long descent back toward the sea. Evenings are unhurried: hotels and an agriturismo near historic centres, pools for a dip, and Sicilian cooking with local wines. Led by a tour leader and designed for small groups, the journey balances steady mileage with time to explore Ortigia and other baroque quarters.
Adventure begins in the Sicilian countryside • Welcome briefing and bike fitting
Ride south to the hilltop baroque town of Ragusa Ibla • Cycle scenic roads to Modica
Cycle to the architectural delight of Scicli • To our 'agriturismo'
Gentle circular route through vineyards, along the coast and back to Marzamemi
Coastal ride to Vendicari Nature Reserve • To Noto, the capital of Sicilian baroque architecture
Circular ride to Cavagrande National Reserve and the deep Cassibile Canyon
Final coastal ride to Syracuse • Free time to discover the historic town
Adventure ends in Syracuse
Hotel