Sicilian cuisine is a mix of the different cultures that have called this island home over the millennia: from the Greek and Arabs to the Normans and Spaniards. Soil here is incredibly fertile, with a perfect climate for the cultivation of fresh produce, such as olives, oranges, lemons, aubergines (eggplant), tomatoes, pistachios, almonds, grapes and more. Additionally, mussels, clams, tuna, swordfish and anchovies are fished right off the coast. This wide range of high-quality ingredients serves as a base for myriad dishes, resulting in a cuisine that’s fresh, varied and delicious.

Sicilian wines are also superb: grillo and inzolia are excellent white wines, Cerasuolo di Vittoria and Nero d’Avola are both fabulous reds, and marsala, moscato and zibibbo are wonderful dessert wines. As nearly 90 percent of Italian lemons grow in Sicily, sampling the local limoncello is a must.

Dinners are taken at the hotels or local restaurants recommended by your guide, according to your budget and preferences.

Arrive and meet your Tour Director and fellow riders for a warm introduction to the journey ahead. Get comfortable on your wheels during a professional bike fitting, then settle in for a convivial group welcome dinner inside a characterful dining room of this 14th-century estate.

Hear tips on cycling etiquette and daily terrain while tasting seasonal dishes rooted in the Bauly countryside. Run by the Corsino family, Feudo Bauly celebrates local produce—black truffles from the nearby forest sometimes feature—setting a flavourful, community-minded tone for the week.

Cycle the Hyblaean uplands along stone-walled lanes toward Ragusa Ibla, a jewel of the UNESCO-listed Val di Noto. Pause to admire tiered streets and the theatrical facade of the Duomo di San Giorgio before rolling on to Modica, a town folded into a dramatic gorge.

Baroque Sicily was reborn here after the 1693 earthquake, leaving a skyline of domes and balconies in honey-coloured limestone. Expect steady climbs, breezy descents, and plentiful vantage points for photos across the valley-cut landscape.

Descend through a ravine to ride to Scicli, where lanes open onto Sicilian baroque palazzi and church-front piazzas familiar from Inspector Montalbano filming locations. Continue south to the coast for an easy spin along sandy coves and a refreshing pause for a Mediterranean swim.

Roll into San Lorenzo and the seafront village of Marzamemi, a former tuna-fishing hub of Arab origin. Pastel facades, low-slung fishermen’s houses and lively trattorias create an atmospheric stop for relaxed lunch by the water.

Spin past vineyards and Pachino’s famed tomato greenhouses toward shimmering marshes, keeping an eye out to spot flamingos and herons. Follow the shoreline to Portopalo di Capo Passero, the southernmost village in Sicily, where the Mediterranean and Ionian seas meet.

Pause for coffee with sea views and watch fishing boats trace the horizon around Isola di Capo Passero. The loop balances gentle coastal riding with photogenic landscapes and birdlife-rich wetlands shaped by wind and tide.

Pedal into the Vendicari Nature Reserve, weaving between lagoons and dunes in a renowned migratory bird sanctuary. Boardwalks lead to the evocative ruins of the Tonnara di Vendicari, where tuna nets once defined coastal life, and to golden coves with crystal-clear shallows.

Framed by the Torre Sveva watchtower and salt-scented maquis, Vendicari reveals Sicily’s wilder side—egrets tracing the sky, cicadas buzzing in the scrub, and soft sand ideal for a leisurely swim before riding north.

Explore on foot as you walk Noto’s Corso Vittorio Emanuele to the Cathedral of San Nicolò, a masterpiece of Late Sicilian Baroque carved in sun-warmed limestone. Cafés spill onto the pavements—an inviting setting to sample cannoli alla ricotta and almond pastries.

Rebuilt after the 1693 quake with grand urban vision, Noto layers symmetry, sweeping stairways and ornate balconies into a unified cityscape. Light plays off honeyed facades, revealing fine stonework and elegant piazzas at every turn.

Climb steadily to San Corrado di Fuori and the ruins of Noto Antica, then press on to the belvedere above Cavagrande del Cassibile. From 505m, gaze across sweeping gorge views where jade pools dot the canyon carved by the Cassibile River, before a thrilling hairpin descent to the coast.

The ride links archaeology and raw geology: a vanished city destroyed in 1693 and a limestone plateau incised over millennia. It’s a rewarding challenge with coffee stops and panoramas as your companions.

Arrive in Syracuse and join a concise orientation tour of Ortigia, the island heart of the city. Take in the open-air remains of the Temple of Apollo, the luminous Piazza Duomo, and the legendary Fountain of Arethusa set beside the sea.

Founded by Greek settlers and praised by Cicero for its beauty, Syracuse layers temples turned cathedrals, medieval lanes and waterfront bastions. Use this overview to pinpoint cafés, viewpoints and evening stroll routes along the lungomare.

Visit the city’s celebrated archaeological zone to see the grand Greek Theatre, the echoing cavern of the Ear of Dionysius, and the imposing Roman Amphitheatre. This in-depth exploration is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Hewn from luminous limestone, the complex reveals Syracuse’s power across eras—Hellenic stages that still host performances, Roman spectacle architecture, and quarries shaped into myth-laden grottos. Expect clear interpretive signage, shade in pockets, and excellent photo angles.

Delve into Modica’s confectionary heritage and taste cioccolato di Modica IGP, prized for its Aztec-inspired cold-working method that preserves crystalline sugar. Sample spice-laced bars—cinnamon, citrus, chili—and learn how stone grinding shapes texture and aroma; this is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Introduced under Spanish rule, Modica’s historic technique yields a grainy snap and intense cacao notes. Small ateliers often display antique milling tools, connecting today’s flavors to centuries of craft.

Join a guided tasting to sample regional wines, focusing on Nero d’Avola alongside crisp Grillo or Inzolia, and the cherry-toned Cerasuolo di Vittoria. Learn about limestone soils, sea breezes and sun exposure; this experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Led by a knowledgeable host, the session often pairs pours with local cheeses and olives. Notes of dark cherry, Mediterranean herbs and mineral finish reveal why southeast Sicily has become a standout wine destination.