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Arrive in Castellammare Del Golfo and enjoy an afternoon in one of Sicily's most picturesque seaside towns.
From the fortress-studded shores of Castellammare Del Golfo you reach the archaeological site of Segesta. After admiring its Grecian temple and amphitheatre, end the day in hamlet of Bruca, just in time for a refreshing dip in the Agriturismo's salt water pool before your evening meal.
Distance in Km: 24
Distance in Miles: 15
Leaving Bruca's olive covered foothills, you'll cycle inland towards Trapani. Spend the afternoon exploring its intricate Baroque churches, museums and shops that sell hand harvested sea salt, coral jewellery and tuna products.
Distance in Km: 43
Distance in Miles: 26.5
A great opportunity to explore the area with many options available for you whilst in Trapani. Spend time exploring this beautiful coastal city or take a cable car to the picturesque medieval village of Erice overlooking the Salt pans. Alternatively, ride the hydrofoil to enjoy a day exploring one of the Egadi Island which offer plenty of opportunities to snorkel around coral reefs, cycling or walking.
Today you can cycle at a relaxed pace with views overlooking the Mediterranean Sea whilst admiring the Egadi Islands in the distance. If you haven't already done so, on your way to Trapani, spend time exploring the Saline of Trapani and Paceco. Then it's onto Mozia, an ancient city on San Pantaleo Island off the West Coast of Sicily and visit its striking archaeological ruins. A short ride away, you will reach Marsala where the fortified wine originates from.
Distance in Km: 55
Distance in Miles: 34
Visit Marsala's local wineries and explore the town at your own leisure before setting off on today's panoramic coastal cycle towards Mazara del Vallo, with its vibrant fishing port and Arab Kasbah and home of the bronze statue the 'Dancing Satyr'.
Distance in Km: 31
Distance in Miles: 19.5
Most of today's cycle will be along the coast before heading inland towards vineyards and aromatic olive groves. You end the day in Selinunte where you can visit one of the largest archaeological parks in Europe before heading to your hotel in Marinella di Selinunte. With seven Grecian temples spanning 1,300 meters east, the Selinunte archaeological site is a true architectural gem.
Distance in Km: 40
Distance in Miles: 25
7 nights hotel-to-hotel accommodationAll continental breakfasts and 1 evening
mealManagement by your local Headwater-appointed agentGPS route directions
and mapsRideWithGPS navigation appLuggage transfers between hotels
All continental breakfasts and 1 dinner is included.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). 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) and the famous Mazara del Vallo red prawns. 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, a soft white which goes well
with fish dishes. And 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
caramelized sauces.
7 nights hotel-to-hotel accommodationAll continental breakfasts and 1 evening
mealManagement by your local Headwater-appointed agentGPS route directions
and mapsRideWithGPS navigation appLuggage transfers between hotels
Vehicle Support: This is a self-guided trip for those who prefer to cycle
independently, but with our assistance to take out the stress of the
logistics and planning. We arrange your accommodation, provide you with a map
and route notes so that you can cycle at your own pace, while your bags are
transported from one hotel to the next.As this is a self-guided holiday there
is no group and no leader. There maybe others on the same departure date as
you, but you will not be organised together. The routes notes contain a
24-hour emergency assistance telephone number should you need it and in
emergencies, the hotels are normally able to dispatch a taxi or pick you up
themselves. They may wish to charge for this service.
HotelsYou will stay in a mixture of traditional and modern hotels with en-suite,
air conditioned rooms.
As this is a self-guided holiday there is no group and no leader. A local
representative is on hand to assist you and will meet you at the beginning of
the week to go through the route notes and point out particular places of
interest. Your luggage is transferred and route notes and maps are provided.
The route notes contain an emergency telephone number. In an emergency, the
local representative is normally able to dispatch a taxi. They may wish to
charge for this service.Please note: the walking and luggage transfers
included in this tour are subject to a minimum of 2 people (in total) booked
on the departure. A supplement (payable in advance) to cover these transfers
and sole occupancy of a room will apply if only 1 person travelling on a
departure date.
All continental breakfasts and 1 dinner is included.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). 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) and the famous Mazara del Vallo red prawns. 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, a soft white which goes well
with fish dishes. And 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
caramelized sauces.
Flights from Gatwick to Catania then transfer to hotel 1 hour 40 minutes. The
flight inclusive prices for this holiday include our standard transfers. If
you are booking a land only package then we can usually arrange transfers for
you for an additional charge.
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.
You will need money for lunches, dinners (where they are not included), local
taxes (€10), snacks and drinks and any sites you wish to visit. Lunches can
be inexpensive if you buy produce from local markets or shops and make a
picnic. However, if you stop at a café you can easily spend €15. We would
recommend budgeting for €5-15 for lunches and €15-40 for dinners
depending on what type of restaurant you eat in. Allow an additional €10 a
day for any extras.
Travel insuranceSingle supplement (available on request - compulsory
supplement)Solo traveller supplement (where only one person is travelling on
a departure date)Arrival & departure transfers - subject to 2 passengers
travellingVisas or vaccinations
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