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Tour Code : C08BS
The journey is provided by
Exodus Travel
Destinations : Italy, Sicily
Tour Starts : Ragusa
Tour Ends : Siracusa
Ages : 13+
Activity :
9 days from
NOK 23 240

Overview

Highlights
  • Beautiful, unspoilt, coastlines; charming fishing villages; rich fertile valleys
  • Inspector Montalbano country - visit the haunts of the famous TV detective
  • Authentic Baroque architecture and UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Superb regional food and excellent Nero D'Avola wines
Included
  • 8 nights in 3-star and 4-star accommodation
  • All continental breakfasts and 3 evening meals
  • Bike hire included, plus bike fitting and briefing at the start of your holiday
  • Luggage transfers between hotels
  • Headwater navigation app
Not included
  • Request a single room or e-bike if required, purchase travel insurance and arrange any visas and vaccinations. A compulsory solo traveller supplement applies to this holiday. Please be aware that the price excludes estimated local taxes/fees of 27 EUR.

Itinerary

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Important Information

The trip destination
    Food
    Sicily's typically southern Italian cuisine is interspersed with many more exotic dishes reflecting the island's jumbled cultural past. Italian dishes like pasta alla norma (made with tomatoes, aubergine and grated ricotta) are often found on menus along with couscous (a north African speciality), or even pasta con le sarde (a pasta dish dating back to Phoenician times made from sardines, raisins, pine nuts, fennel, saffron, parsley and capers). The Arabs introduced citrus groves to the island and a popular drink today is granita made with crushed ice and lemon. This was traditionally drunk with sweet bread dipped in it as a lunchtime snack by Sicilian peasants. Fish is of course also abundant. Local specialities include pesce spada alla ghiotta (swordfish cooked with tomatoes, capers, onion, celery and potatoes) or tonno fresco alla brace (grilled fresh tuna). Sicily is famed for its desserts. Why not try cannolo, a crunchy pastry tube filled with ricotta cheese and studded with candied fruits, pistachio and chocolate? Or cassata, the Arab influenced cake made with ricotta cheese, candied fruit and chocolate pieces. Sicily is not traditionally famous for its wines, so it is surprising to learn that the island boasts one of the largest wine producing areas in the whole of Italy. Look out for the Etna DOC label and Corvo di Salaparuta. One of Sicily's most popular wines is Alcamo Bianco - a soft white which goes well with fish dishes. Let's not forget the Marsala wine, a fortified wine made in Sicily which takes its name after the town where it is mostly produced. Marsala is most commonly used in cooking to create nutty, rich caramelised sauces.
    Weather

    Sicily has a good all year round climate, with plenty of sunshine and warm/hot temperatures. The summer departures ought to have daily hot sunshine and temperatures can reach 30 to 35 degrees Celcius. The earlier and later departures are likely to be cooler with a slightly higher chance of rain. In late summer there is the possibility of heavy thunderstorms, but these are usually short-lived.

    Is this trip for you?

    This self-guided cycling holiday is ideal for independent travellers who enjoy exploring at their own pace, with the reassurance of pre-arranged accommodation, route guidance and local support. Previous cycling experience is recommended, but no technical cycling skills are required.

    Cycling at a Glance

    Trip Style: Self-guided

    Cycling Days: 5

    Average Daily Distance: 44.4km (28miles)

    Terrain & Route: Routes are predominately on asphalt, using quieter secondary roads, with limited, small sections on main roads on cycling day 1. You should expect more traffic in and approaching the towns. There are ascents and descents but routes become more gentle along the coastline.

    Bikes: When your bike is delivered you will be asked to sign a disclaimer form for the hire of the bike. The agent will also require your credit card details as a guarantee in the event of damage/loss of the bike (caused by deliberate, negligent or reckless acts.)

    Activity Level: 2 (Easy & Moderate)

    For more information on our trip gradings please visit our Activity Level Guidelines page. If you have any queries about the difficulty of the trip please do not hesitate to contact us.

    Navigation: Headwater Navigation App

    How Your Self-Guided Holiday Works

    This self-guided trip is operated by our sister company, Headwater. You’ll travel independently and at your own pace using the Headwater Navigation App, which provides expertly curated routes and directions, along with a 24-hour emergency assistance number should you need support. As there is no tour leader or organised group, you’ll enjoy the flexibility to travel at your own pace while following the planned itinerary. Headwater are specialists in self-guided active holidays with more than 40 years of experience.

    Prices / Dates

    By accepting our offer in writing, you/you confirm that our terms and conditions have both been read and understood and that cancellation fees may apply if the trip is cancelled.

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    Sat, 17 Oct 2026 / Sun, 25 Oct 2026 NOK 24 180 On request NOK 5 135 Available
    Sat, 03 Apr 2027 / Sun, 11 Apr 2027 NOK 23 645 On request NOK 5 375 Available
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    Sat, 17 Apr 2027 / Sun, 25 Apr 2027 NOK 23 240 On request NOK 5 375 Available
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    Sat, 01 May 2027 / Sun, 09 May 2027 NOK 25 795 On request NOK 5 375 Available
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    Sat, 04 Sep 2027 / Sun, 12 Sep 2027 NOK 26 200 On request NOK 5 375 Available
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    Sat, 17 Oct 2026 / Sun, 25 Oct 2026 NOK 24 180 On request NOK 5 135 On request
    Sat, 03 Apr 2027 / Sun, 11 Apr 2027 NOK 23 645 On request NOK 5 375 On request
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    Sat, 17 Apr 2027 / Sun, 25 Apr 2027 NOK 23 240 On request NOK 5 375 On request
    Sat, 24 Apr 2027 / Sun, 02 May 2027 NOK 23 240 On request NOK 5 375 On request
    Sat, 01 May 2027 / Sun, 09 May 2027 NOK 25 795 On request NOK 5 375 On request
    Sat, 08 May 2027 / Sun, 16 May 2027 NOK 25 795 On request NOK 5 375 On request
    Sat, 15 May 2027 / Sun, 23 May 2027 NOK 25 795 On request NOK 5 375 On request
    Sat, 22 May 2027 / Sun, 30 May 2027 NOK 25 795 On request NOK 5 375 On request
    Sat, 29 May 2027 / Sun, 06 Jun 2027 NOK 25 795 On request NOK 5 375 On request
    Sat, 05 Jun 2027 / Sun, 13 Jun 2027 NOK 25 795 On request NOK 5 375 On request
    Sat, 04 Sep 2027 / Sun, 12 Sep 2027 NOK 26 200 On request NOK 5 375 On request
    Sat, 11 Sep 2027 / Sun, 19 Sep 2027 NOK 26 200 On request NOK 5 375 On request
    Sat, 18 Sep 2027 / Sun, 26 Sep 2027 NOK 25 795 On request NOK 5 375 On request
    Sat, 25 Sep 2027 / Sun, 03 Oct 2027 NOK 25 795 On request NOK 5 375 On request
    Sat, 02 Oct 2027 / Sun, 10 Oct 2027 NOK 25 795 On request NOK 5 375 On request
    Sat, 09 Oct 2027 / Sun, 17 Oct 2027 NOK 25 795 On request NOK 5 375 On request
    Sat, 16 Oct 2027 / Sun, 24 Oct 2027 NOK 25 795 On request NOK 5 375 On request

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