Sea and Mountains of Sicily Cycling Tour

by 10Adventures

Region

Sicily

Duration

8 days

Guided Status

Self-guided

Difficulty

Moderate

D-Score™

N/A - Unknown

Overview

From the magnificent coast to the ruins of Selinunte, the Sea and Mountains of Sicily Cycling Tour is a feast for the senses. You’ll start your holiday on the picture-perfect coast of Sicily, cycling from Trapani, the location of the Salt Pans and Windmills of Nubia. Ride to Marsala, passing through Mozia and the archaeological site in Selinunte, a gorgeous site on the sea. Then, you will pedal inland with Corleone and Monreale where the famous Dome with its mosaics is. On the way, stop for a sip of wine, a taste of Sicilian cuisine, or just to watch the world go by in this soothing corner of the planet. Take Sicily by bike at your own pace on this encompassing tour! This self-guided cycling tour is always run as a private tour for your group only. This tour can be customized for you, and prices depend on group size, room types, trip customizations, and date of travel. 7 breakfasts are included. Accommodations for 7 nights are included. Luggage transfer is included in the tour price. Bike rentals are not included but are available as a supplement. 24 hours telephone assistance, Road book, GPS tracks, Map are also included. This tour is based in hotels. Hotels on this trip will be confirmed upon booking. In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations. Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travelers may be required to pay a supplement. We're Canadian. Book with a Canadian company whose mission is to help you travel the world. Self-guided Specialists: Combine the freedom of travelling on your own with the confidence that all of the logistics are taken care of. Packed with Inclusions: Accommodations, luggage transfers, gear rentals, and more - all taken care of so you can focus on making memories. World Class Support: Have peace of mind for when travel plans change with our hassle-free booking process and unbeatable support.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival in Trapani

Arrival in Trapani

Day 2: Cycling to Mozia and Marsala

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Cycling to Mozia and Marsala

Day 3: Marsala Tour and Bike to Mazara del Vallo

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Marsala Tour and Bike to Mazara del Vallo

Day 4: Cycling to Selinunte

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Cycling to Selinunte

Day 5: Cycling to Sambuca

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Cycling to Sambuca

Day 6: Cycling to Corleone

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Cycling to Corleone

Day 7: Cycling to Monreale

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Cycling to Monreale

Day 8: Departure

Departure

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Accommodation arrangements

Bike rental

About the Sicily

A dedicated guide for this region is not available yet.

USD 1575

per person

Go to Provider

Why Choose This Tour?

Enjoy a ride that covers both the scenic mountainous regions of Sicily and the sparkling blue coastline.
Linger at archeological sites from the year 1000 thanks to the flexibility of a self-guided itinerary.
Ride into villages where wine, sweets, and coffee are always on offer to you.
Cycle through natural reserves that border lakes, wide forests, and famous vineyards.
Day 1: Arrival in Trapani.
Independent arrival in Trapani and overnight stay.
Enjoy an impressive historical centre and capital port to the Egadi Islands.
Day 2: Cycling to Mozia and Marsala.
Today you will pedal in total relaxation!
The panoramic road coasts the sea where the sight of the flow mills on the salinas is amazing.
You will then have the chance to visit the little island of Mozia, where you will find an archaeological site and a private museum.
A bit further, you’ll reach Marsala, a beautiful town on the sea where a special liqueur called the “Marsala'' is produced.
Consider a wine tasting here.
Day 3: Marsala Tour and Bike to Mazara del Vallo.
Today you will have the chance to visit the town, do some wine tasting in one of the many local wineries, or just relax.
Otherwise, you can cross the sea and visit one of the beautiful Egadi Islands, explore the islands, enjoy the seaside or walk.
Then you will reach the town of Mazara del Vallo, a very nice town with a “Kasbah” and known for the bronze statue called the “Dancing Satyr.” Day 4: Cycling to Selinunte.
This stage is really great.
You will cycle along the coast admiring the amazing views of the Aegadi Islands and you will cycle inland among vineyards and olive trees.
After cycling you will relax, admiring the archaeology in the most wide open park in Europe.
The archaeological park surrounding Selinunte and its monuments extends about 1300 meters east to west.
Day 5: Cycling to Sambuca.
Today involves an amazing ride from sea level to Sicily inland, storied by history and traditions with hills and flat terrain, little uphills and long descents through forests and cultivated grounds all the way to the little town of Sambuca di Sicilia.
Day 6: Cycling to Corleone.
Corleone was an ancient punic-sicilian centre, the first installation built upon the hill above the village.
Inside a scenery of great effect, you will pedal along countryside.
Corleone is also known to be the “town of one hundred churches”, the most famous being the Main Church founded around the year 1000.
But Corleone is better known to be the place where the movie “The Godfather” of Francis Ford Coppola was spoke of.
Day 7: Cycling to Monreale.
The last day of cycling gives you breathtaking views and exciting moments.
Do not miss the “cannolo”, a typical sicilian cake in Piana degli Albanesi.
You will then reach the town of Monreale which origins are from an arab village along the slopes of Monte Caputo, 310m above sea level.
The Dome, being built by William II between 1172 and 1176, is what is known most about the town of Monreale.
Day 8: Departure.
Breakfast marks the end of the tour.
From here, you will depart.
We rate this tour as a 3/5.
This tour is suitable for moderately experienced riders with a maximum of 65km distance to ride each day.
Expect some hills.
You can rent an e-bike to make the riding easier if you prefer.
The best time to visit Italy for this tour is the spring (May and June) or the early fall (September and October) when the temperatures are mild, and the crowds aren’t so bad.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover cycling.
Fly into Palermo Airport (PMO) where you will take a bus, taxi, or an arranged car to Tarpani.
Transfers can be arranged as a supplement.
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
The tour ends in Monreale.
You can arrange a transfer to Palermo during booking.