Cycle from Noto to Ragusa through vineyards, olive groves, and some of Italy's finest culinary landscapes. Ideal for food and wine lovers, Italophiles, and cyclists eager to discover the authentic heart of Sicily on quiet roads and at a relaxed pace. This journey explores southeastern Sicily, linking the Baroque towns of Noto, Modica, and Ragusa with quiet roads through the Iblei Mountains. Along the way, discover artisan chocolate makers, olive oil producers, local wineries, and the traditions that make Sicilian cuisine one of the most distinctive in Italy. Ride quiet roads linking Noto, Modica, and Ragusa Ibla. Explore Sicily's UNESCO-listed Baroque towns. Taste olive oils, wines, cheeses, and Modica's famous chocolate. Enjoy hands-on Sicilian cooking experiences. Discover the rolling landscapes of the Iblei Mountains. Stay in elegant hotels and a restored Sicilian castle estate. Average Daily Mileage: 35 miles. Terrain: Rolling and hilly. Start Location: Noto. End Location: Vizzini. Services of expert local bilingual guides throughout the program. Full van support throughout the tour. Ciclismo Super Snacks with local specialties and fresh seasonal products. Cycling clinics and personalized coaching. Group shuttles from and to Catania Airport (CTA). Visit to Noto Antica, the original town destroyed in the 1693 earthquake. Visits to Modica’s artisan chocolate makers. Olive oil tasting and lunch in the Iblei Mountains. Sicilian cooking experience featuring regional recipes and local wines. Use of our exclusive carbon road bike, La Classica Ribelle (or Equivalent Carbon Road Bike). Garmin Edge Explore GPS loaded with the GPX tracks of your rides. Two water bottles. Saddle bag with repair kit. Optional: Map holder on handlebar. Pedal Options: Flat pedals, Half-toe pedals (without straps). What's Not Included: Cycling helmet, Optional clipless/SPD pedals and cycling shoes, Optional personal saddle. All accommodations. All breakfasts. 3 lunches. 4 dinners. Experience the authentic spirit of southeastern Sicily through its people, traditions, and remarkable heritage. Explore the UNESCO-listed Baroque towns of Noto, Modica, Ragusa Ibla, and Militello Val di Catania, visit the evocative ruins of Noto Antica, and discover the island's rich culinary traditions with an olive oil tasting, a visit to Modica's famed artisan chocolate makers, and a hands-on Sicilian cooking class. Along the way, enjoy time to wander historic piazzas, browse local shops and cafés, and savor the warm hospitality that makes Sicily so unforgettable. Dates for 2027: May 3-9 (Available), Oct 11-17 (Available). Prices start from $5,600 PP for 7 days / 6 nights with a $1,120 Single Supplement. Any of our tours can be made private. Contact us to learn more. Day 1: Noto Warm-up Ride. Welcome to Sicily! Meet at Catania Airport (CTA) at 11:00 a.m. for a group shuttle to our hotel in Noto. Welcome lunch and bike fitting, followed by an introductory ride. First dinner together, introducing the flavors of southeastern Sicily. Day 2: Noto Antica & Avola Loop. Ride inland toward the ruins of Noto Antica. Explore the archaeological site, descend toward Avola. Time to relax and enjoy local atmosphere before returning to Noto. Day 3: Noto to Modica. Van transfer to Ispica. Hike along the Cava d’Ispica. Visit the Museo Cavallo d’Ispica. Continue through lush vegetation and groves of carob and almond trees. Day 4: Ragusa Ibla Loop. Explore countryside between Modica and Ragusa Ibla. Wander Ragusa Ibla, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit artisan chocolate makers in Modica. Dinner showcasing inland flavors of southeastern Sicily. Day 5: Modica to Castello Camemi. Route north through interior of Sicily, passing through Monterosso Almo and Vizzini. Arrive at Castello Camemi, a restored estate. Day 6: Militello Val di Catania Loop. Final ride explores roads around Militello Val di Catania, a UNESCO-listed town. Afternoon hands-on Sicilian cooking experience. Festive farewell dinner. Day 7: Arriverderci! After breakfast, group shuttle to Catania Airport.
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