Sicily

Tour this wonderful island, riding in the mild climate among Greek temples and Mediterranean landscapes, Sicily is the largest and most fascinating among the islands of southern Italy. Our tour begins and ends in Palermo, the largest town on the island. During our week-long motorcycle tour we will discover the many different aspects of this wonderland including the natural Mediterranean countryside, the warm and welcoming people, the astonishingly preserved Roman and Greek temples, and the healthy flavors of Sicilian cuisine. Enjoy motorcycling in the mild temperatures of Sicily during the off season while in many place motorcycles are stored away for the winter.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive in Palermo We provide a free transfer from the airport to your hotel where you can recoup from Jet lag and relax. In the afternoon we will meet for a briefing, bike
collection, paperwork, maps, etc. Have dinner on your own and enjoy the bed and breakfast accommodation.

Day 2 – Palermo - Segesta - Erice - Marsala
After breakfast, we will depart for Segesta to visit the Doric Temple of 5 B.C. We will then ascend Mount Erice along an incredible twisty road to the town of Erice. Erice is a very fashionable medieval town overlooking marvelous scenery, with a view of the Trapani, Saline, Marsala and Egadi islands. Park your motorbike at the summit and walk through the small streets to the ancient castle. We suggest that you have lunch in one of the local restaurants where you will taste delicious fish specialties and the famous Trapani couscous. This area is very famous all over the world for its Marsala liquor wine vineyards and canteens. We suggest that you explore the Trapani salt marshes and the Mothya islands just off the coast of Marsala, both very interesting for their history. We will have dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 - Marsala - Agrigento
After breakfast we will depart for Agrigento passing through Mazara del Vallo, Selinunte, an archeological site, and Sciacca, a typical fishing town. In the afternoon, we will visit the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 - Agrigento - Ragusa
This route will cross the southern coast of Sicily, from west to east. After riding across an amazing route, passing Enna and Pergusa, we will arrive in Piazza Armerina to visit the Villa Romana del Casale, an ancient Roman villa where beautiful mosaics are well
preserved. Arrival in Ragusa in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
 

Day 5 - Ragusa - Taormina
We will pass through Noto, Modica, and other Baroque towns and arrive in Syracuse. Syracuse was the second largest city in the Greek Empire during Hellenic period, after Athens. We will meet with our local guide and visit the archeological site and Ortigia Island, the historical center of the town. In the afternoon, we will arrive in the coastal town of Taormina. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 6 - Taormina
We will have a free morning to visit this very fashionable little town. In the afternoon you will climb Mount Etna with your bike and experience twisties, twisties, and twisties! You will have to pull over to look at the view! Back to the hotel for dinner and overnight.

Day 7 - Taormina - Palermo
This is probably the hardest day for your arms, as you will arrive in Palermo across the Nebrodi and Madonie mountains. This is a very exciting route that passes through two natural reserves. We will have lunch in Cefalù, a medieval town famous for its Norman cathedral and for the cool seaside. We will arrive back in Palermo in the afternoon for a farewell dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 8 – Day of departure
A sad goodbye remains when you drop off of your bike in Palermo. We will provide a free transfer to the airport.

 

Dates: from 22 to 29 March
 

( the date of arrival is the one of meeting in Palermo, the date of departure is the one of departure from Palermo, book your flights consequently )

Price per person with a minimum of 6 participants:
Pilote: Euro 1990
Passenger: Euro 1290

Includes:
-5 nights in a double room in 4* hotels with dinner and breakfast
-2 nights in a double room in 4* hotels in Palermo with breakfast
-Transfers from/to the airport
-English speaking guide with a van for luggage transport and basic bike assistance
-A local English speaking tour guide in Agrigento
-Class 2 motorcycle rental (rider only)
-Map

Not included:
-International airfare
-Lunches
-Beverages and tips
-Fuel and tolls
-Personal travel insurance

Single room supplement: Euro 250

Bike upgrades:
For a class 3 bike: Euro 90
For a class 4 bike: Euro 235
For a class 5 bike: Euro 370

SELF-GUIDED TOUR OPTION

Should the minimum number of participants not be reached you can choose our self-guided tour.

Prices for self guided tour
Rider: Euro 1650
His/her Passenger: Euro 850

Includes:
-5 nights in a double room in 4* hotels with dinner and breakfast
-2 nights in a double room in 4* hotels in Palermo with breakfast
-A local English speaking tour guide in Agrigento and Taormina
-Class 2 motorcycle rental (rider only)
-Maps

Not included:
-International airfare
-Lunches, beverages, tips
-Fuel and tolls
-Personal travel insurance

Single room supplement and bike upgrades are the same price listed above.
 

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