Highlights:
- The highest active volcano in Europe
- Randazzo, Taormina, Alcantara and Aci Trezza
- Contrast between see and volcano

There is no better way to experience the imaginary landscape of Sicily's rugged eastern coast than by bicycle. Mt Etna offers different landscapes, from the black flows of lava and vast plain of black sand to a luxuriant vegetation on the lower slopes. Mt Etna has a boundary of 250 Km and covers 1260 square meters making it the largest volcano in Europe. It rises to 3350 over sea level at the summit craters, but this height varies as a result of on-going constructive and destructive explosive activity that constantly reshapes the summit crater area.

Day 1: Catania
Arrival at Catania Airport and transfer by private car to the hotel** in the city centre (very close to the Cathedral). Catania shows many baroque churches and buildings, all placed in the very heart of the city centre. Moreover there is a huge variety of pubs, restaurants, pizzerias and trattoria to be chosen for dinner. Briefing to discuss the program and bike’s delivery. Overnight stay in Catania.

Day 2: Catania/Rifugio Sapienza/Randazzo ( 60 Km)
In the morning short ride to the Catania Station. Transfer by public bus at the Rifugio Sapienza (1851 mt). Chance to climb by 4x4 jeeps until 2900 mt and on foot to 3350 mt escorted by a volcano or alpine guide. From Rifugio Sapienza on a panoramic road on the south west of Etna we reach Randazzo, characteristic medieval village. On the way we cross Bronte and its pistachio’s plantations. Overnight stay in B&B in Randazzo.

Day 3: Alcantara Tour ( 60 Km)
Alcantara is one of the most important rivers of Sicily famous for its splendid gorges. It has its source in Nebrodi Mountains, at 1,250 m of altitude near Floresta, and it runs for about 50 km before flowing into the sea near Capo Schisò. Chance to visit characteristics smalls Sicilians village like Francavilla di Sicilia e Castiglione. Overnight stay in B&B in Randazzo.

Day 4: Etna Challenge (75 Km 1000 m / - 200 m;)
Today is the highlights of the trip, the ascent of Mount Etna. On the way from Linguaglossa station to Piano Provenzana (about 1800 mt) it is possible to admire the spectacular scenery of the northern side of the Etna Park. After the exhausting ascent of Mount Etna, the road is all downhill until Fornazzo and chance to visit Zafferana Etnea, famous village for honey production, and continuation until Santa Venerina. Overnight stay in Santa Venerina.

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Departure date: from April to December

Accomodation:
1 night in Hotel** in Catania 
2 nights in B&B*** in Randazzo
2 nights in hotel**/Farm Holiday in Santa Venerina
1 night in Hotel*** in Aci Trezza

Luggage transportation: by supported vehicle

Equipment:
- bike clothes
- water proof jacket
- sun glasses
- sun cream
- frontal torch with batteries

Included: 
- 6 accommodations with breakfast included
- Transfers from/to Airport (day 1 e 7)
- mechanic assistant 24h24
- Maps and detailed description of the routes
- Luggage transportation

Not included:
- beverages and soft drinks
- lunches and dinners
- Travel insurance
- Bike rental (70 €)

Note:
Legs from 35 to 75 Km per day. Total 305 km. This trip is difficult and will be enjoyed by anyone who is physically fit and likes to bike. Since some of the roads we bike on are steep, biking experience prior to the trip is necessary.

Extension of the stay (price per person per night in double/triple occupancy):
- Catania, Hotel**: 40 €
- Siracusa, Bed & Breakfast: 40 €

Supplement (single room): 75 euro

Bike Rental: 70,00 Euro

 

Responsible Booking/info:  Sebastiano Foti

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