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Cycling in Sicily

Cycling in the shadow of a volcano

RIDE EUROPE'S MOST UNIQUE ISLAND

There is no better place than Sicily for cyclists who want history, culture and genuinely epic climbing in one destination. An active volcano rising straight from the Mediterranean, ancient Greek ruins and dramatic coastal roads guarantee every rider a sense of complete and utter freedom. Our tours are based around some of the island's most iconic terrain, including the legendary slopes of Mount Etna, a training climb favoured by professional teams for its scale and consistency. Here you can ride roads with thousands of years of history beneath the tarmac, enjoy some of Italy's most celebrated regional cuisine, and experience an island that rewards riders at every level. Our aim is to help make your holiday special, by providing the best routes and the best experiences.

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Mt Etna by bike

Sicily's cycling appeal centres on Mount Etna, Europe's largest active volcano, whose long, consistent gradients make it one of the great climbs of Italian cycling. But the island offers far more than one mountain — ancient Greek temples, medieval hill towns and dramatic coastal roads make Sicily one of the most culturally rich places to cycle anywhere in the Mediterranean.

Sicily is Italy's largest island, sitting at the crossroads of the Mediterranean, and its layered history — Greek, Roman, Arab, Norman — shows in everything from its architecture to its food. The climb from the coast up the slopes of Etna passes through vineyards, pistachio groves and pine forests before reaching its lunar, volcanic upper slopes. Given its combination of world-class climbing and cultural depth, Sicily is a destination where visitors can enjoy a holiday full of serious riding, discovery and the thrill of climbing an active volcano.

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When you think of Sicilian food, you're thinking of one of Italy's most celebrated regional cuisines. Arancini, pasta alla Norma and fresh seafood sit alongside Sicily's famous street food traditions, while cannoli and granita round out a food culture shaped by Arab, Greek and Norman influences over centuries. The volcanic soils of Etna produce increasingly celebrated wines, particularly around the Etna DOC, pairing perfectly with a day spent in the saddle. There are countless trattorias throughout the island, set in wonderful coastal and hillside locations, and we will bring you to the best.

SICILY FACTS

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LOCATION

Sicily sits at the southern tip of Italy, the largest island in the Mediterranean, separated from the mainland by the narrow Strait of Messina. Its landscape ranges from the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna in the east to dramatic coastal roads and rolling interior hills throughout the rest of the island.

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CLIMATE

Sicily has a classic Mediterranean climate, among the mildest and sunniest in Italy, with hot, dry summers reaching 30°C+ along the coast. Winters are mild, making the island a popular early-season and off-season riding destination for cyclists escaping colder climates.

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CUISINE

Sicilian cuisine is one of Italy's most distinctive, shaped by Greek, Arab and Norman influences. Expect arancini, pasta alla Norma, exceptional street food, cannoli, and increasingly celebrated wines from the volcanic soils of Mount Etna.

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TERRAIN

From the long, consistent gradients of Mount Etna to dramatic coastal roads and the rolling Nebrodi and Madonie mountains, Sicily offers an outstanding range of terrain for riders of every level. Etna in particular is a training climb favoured by professional teams for its scale.

MOST POPULAR SICILY CUSTOM TOURS

Every custom tour is unique. Explore our most popular Sicily itineraries and let us tailor them to your group, dates and riding goals.

ROAD

Sicily: Volcano & Sea

Ride from the Mediterranean shoreline to the slopes of Europe’s most famous volcano on an unforgettable cycling adventure.

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Gravel

Sicily Divide

Cross Sicily from Trapani to Catania on one of Italy’s most iconic gravel routes. Ride through the island’s wild interior, remote villages, rolling hills, and ancient landscapes, discovering the authentic heart of Sicily far beyond the tourist trail.

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