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FROM CALTAGIRONE TO POZZALLO
Duration: 3 days | Difficulty: medium | Type: groups and individuals | Fee individual
An ideal proposal for those who want to immerse themselves in the authentic landscapes and colors of eastern Sicily. Starting by bike from Caltagirone, we will reach Pozzallo in three days, famous for its beaches and its port, connected to the Island of Malta. A panoramic itinerary that will immerse you in the Sicilian rural countryside through hills and expanses of olive groves, vines and fields of artichokes to reach destinations of great historical and cultural interest
Arrival
Arrival in Caltagirone, by own transport (or you can reserve shuttle service), welcome drink, brief on the tour, accommodation in rooms assigned and free time to visit the main attractions of the historic center of Caltagirone a few steps from the B&B.
Firs day
Piazza Armerina
Breakfast and departure from Caltagirone to Piazza Armerina by shuttle (on request, for the most trained, you can start directly by MTB). A tour to discover the city, a UNESCO heritage and destination of important cultural interest that owes its fame to the Villa del Casale, an imperial residence dating back to the end of the fourth century. A.D. famous especially for its wonderful mosaics, considered among the most beautiful and best preserved in their kind.
TECHNICAL DATA
Distance 51 Km
Accumulated ascent m. 430
Duration Pedal 3.50
Route character: OFF ROAD
Second day
Modica
After an abundant breakfast, you will cycle from Caltagirone to the south, crossing endless vineyards, centuries-old olive groves and reaching the Santo Pietro Reserve, Acate ultimately reaching Comiso. After a short excursion to the city, transfer to Modica, a charming town in Sicily known above all for its famous chocolate. City tour and overnight stay.
TECHNICAL DATA
Distance Km (50 km + 40 km transfer)
Time cycled
Accumulated ascent
Route character: OFF ROAD
Third day
Modica – Pozzallo
Starting on the MTB from Modica towards Pozzallo, you will gradually descend alongside the characteristic caves of the Iblei Mountains to the town of Scicli, a pearl set between the rocks and the coasts of Ragusa; as well as a set of the beloved fiction de “il Commissario Montalbano”. Then continue towards the sea until you get to the Port of Pozzallo, where if you want, you can take a ferry and continue your adventure to Malta.
TECHNICAL DATA
Distance Km 35 km
Time cycled
Route character: OFF ROAD
The package INCLUDE:
n 2 nights and accommodation in a double room
n. 2 breakfasts
Information material
Bike rental with lock, map holder, side bag
Shuttle equipped during the tour
The package does NOT INCLUDE
Airport transfers / hotel round-trip
Specific medical assistance
Medical and physiotherapeutic consultations
SUPPLEMENTS
Half board treatment (dinner)
Bike Helmet
Additional transfers taken itinerary
Transfer from Catania-Caltagirone or Comiso-Caltagirone airport (min 2 people
*The itineraries may vary, compared to what is published, depending on the climatic conditions, capacity and training level of the participants.
UNDISCOVERED BEAUTIES BY MTB: THE CALATINO
Duration: 3 days | Difficulty: medium | Type: groups and individuals | Fee individual
An itinerary linking the Natural Reserve of Santo Pietro, San Michele di Ganzaria and the town of Grammichele through pleasant bike rides on low-traffic roads in the Sicilian hinterland to fully grasp the true essence of our territory.
Arrival
Arrival in Caltagirone, by own transport (or you can reserve shuttle service), accommodation in the rooms assigned and free time to visit the main attractions of the historic center of Caltagirone a few steps from the B&B.
First day
Santo Pietro
Breakfast and departure by shuttle to the Reserve. An MTB itinerary of remarkable landscape and environmental interest that will allow you to totally immerse yourself in the uncontaminated nature through paths that wind through the entire area and that will offer the opportunity to travel several kilometers in a unique landscape.
TECHNICAL DATA:
Distance 51 Km;
Accumulated ascent m. 430;
Duration 3.50;
Second day
La Ganzaria
Breakfast and departure by shuttle from Caltagirone to discover the territory of the municipality of San Michele di Ganzaria. Start of the MTB route is characterized by dirt roads that will lead you to the Tower of Cutuminello, to the valley of Eremita and to the Case Costa. Continue to pedal up to 800 meters altitude to reach the most scenic points of Monte Scala looking towards Caltagirone, Gela and Niscemi which will offer a wonderful view, typical of the Sicilian territory. From there, continue with a fascinating descent full of fun turns until you take a dirt road that will take you back to the entrance of the village of S. Michele di Ganzaria and then continue back to the starting point, Caltagirone.
TECHNICAL DATA:
Distance: 26.29 km;
Accumulated ascent: m. 515.00;
Pedal time: h. 2.30 ‘;
Third day
Grammichele
After a rich and tasty breakfast, we start, by MTB, for a cultural tour. Starting from Caltagirone, we will proceed in rural streets to reach the medieval church (XI-XIII Century) of Santo Pietro called “Crisiazza”; the Case Marineo, a beautiful rural structure used as a set in 1987 of the film “the Sicilian” by Michael Cimino, about the life of Salvatore Giuliano; The well-kept Bosco di Marineo-Cozzarelli with the open-air sculptures by Salvatore Bellino; the Hexagonal Square and the desserts of a well-known Grammichele pastry shop to conclude a wonderful MTB day with “dolcezza”.
TECHNICAL DATA
Distance Km. 57.00;
Pedal time h. 4.00;
Accumulated ascent m. 700
The package INCLUDE:
n 2 nights and accommodation in a double room
n. 2 breakfasts
Information material
Bike rental with lock, map holder, side bag
Shuttle equipped during the tour
The package does NOT INCLUDE
Airport transfers / hotel round-trip
Specific medical assistance
Medical and physiotherapeutic consultations
SUPPLEMENTS
Half board treatment (dinner)
Bike Helmet
Additional transfers taken itinerary
Transfer from Catania-Caltagirone or Comiso-Caltagirone airport (min 2 people
*The itineraries may vary, compared to what is published, depending on the climatic conditions, capacity and training level of the participants.
BY MTB TO PIAZZA ARMERINA
Duration: 2 days | Difficulty: medium | Type: groups and individuals | Fee individual
A tour where art and nature intertwine along a path characterized by a typical rural landscape. Riding along secondary road lined with wonderful cacti and prickly pear, you will reach Piazza Armerina, a UNESCO heritage town and destination of important cultural interest that owes its fame to the Villa del Casale, an imperial residence dating back to the end of the fourth century A.D. famous especially for its wonderful mosaics, considered among the most beautiful and best preserved in their kind.
Arrival
Arrival in Caltagirone, by own transport (or you can reserve shuttle service), accommodation in the rooms assigned and free time to visit the main attractions of the historic center of Caltagirone a few steps from the B & B.
First day
Piazza Armerina
Breakfast and departure with transfer from by shuttle from Caltagirone to Piazza Armerina (or on request, for the most trained, it is possible to leave directly by MTB). Visit of the city: biking route to discover the baroque historic center of Piazza Armerina, characterized by medieval streets and Renaissance and Baroque palaces. After a short stop at the Duomo to enjoy the breathtaking view of the entire city, continue to pedal to the Villa del Casale, discovered in 1950 with its unique in the Roman world floors that are decorated with multicolored mosaics. After the visit, in the afternoon return by MTB to Caltagirone
TECHNICAL DATA
Distance 51 Km;
Accumulated ascent m. 430
Duration Pedal 3.50;
The package INCLUDE:
n 2 nights and accommodation in a double room
n. 2 breakfasts
Information material
Bike rental with lock, map holder, side bag
Shuttle equipped during the tour
The package does NOT INCLUDE
Airport transfers / hotel round-trip
Specific medical assistance
Medical and physiotherapeutic consultations
SUPPLEMENTS
Half board treatment (dinner)
Bike Helmet
Additional transfers taken itinerary
Transfer from Catania-Caltagirone or Comiso-Caltagirone airport (min 2 people
*The itineraries may vary, compared to what is published, depending on the climatic conditions, capacity and training level of the participants.
NIGHT BIKE TOUR
Duration: 1 day | | Difficulty: medium | Type: groups and individuals | Fee Individual
If you stay in Caltagirone, do not miss this fascinating bike tour of the city center. It will start shortly before sunset, and continue through most of the evening. A unique opportunity to admire the most beautiful monuments of the city of ceramics in a new light.
Arrival
Arrival in Caltagirone, by own transport (or you can reserve shuttle service), welcome drink, brief on the tour, accommodation in rooms assigned and free time to visit the main attractions of the historic center of Caltagirone a few steps from the B&B.
First day
A tour inside the town that will cross all the places of major cultural and tourist interest of Caltagirone. Starting from the heart of the historic center, you will cycle to Piazza del Municipio, a stone’s throw from the Stairs of Santa Maria del Monte (the symbol of the city), you will traverse the historic streets of Via Principe Amedeo, via Roma, via Vittorio Emanuele until you arrive at the new part of the city.
The package INCLUDED:
n. 1 overnight stay and accommodation in a double room
n. 1 breakfast
Information material
Bike rental with lock, map holder, side bag
Shuttle equipped during the tour
The package does NOT INCLUDE
Airport transfers / hotel round-trip
Specific medical assistance
Medical and physiotherapeutic consultations
SUPPLEMENTS
Half board treatment (dinner)
Bike Helmet
Additional transfers taken itinerary
Transfer from Catania-Caltagirone or Comiso-Caltagirone airport (min 2 people)
*Itinerary by Angelo Officina della Bici
*The itineraries may vary, compared to what is published, based on climatic conditions, capacity and / or training level of the participants.
SANTO PIETRO OFF ROAD
Duration: 1 day | Difficulty: medium | Type: : groups and individuals | Quota fee
A nature tour where you will explore the beautiful Nature Reserve of Santo Pietro; where through pleasant bike trails on low-traffic roads in the Sicilian hinterland you will experience the pristine nature of our locality.
Arrival
In Caltagirone, by your own means (or you can reserve shuttle service), accommodation in your own assigned rooms with free time to visit the main attractions of the historic center of Caltagirone which are just a few steps from the B&B.
First day
Santo Pietro Reserve
Breakfast and transfer by shuttle to the Reserve. An MTB itinerary of remarkable landscape and environmental interest that will allow you to totally immerse yourself in uncontaminated nature through paths that wind through the entire area and that will offer the opportunity to travel several kilometers in a unique territory.
TECHNICAL DATA:
Distance 51 Km;
Accumulated ascent m. 430;
Duration 3.50;
Tha package INCLUDES:
n. 1 overnight stay and accommodation in a double room
n. 1 breakfast
Information material
Bike rental with lock, map holder, side bag
Shuttle equipped during the tour
The package does NOT INCLUDE
Airport transfers / hotel round-trip
Specific medical assistance
Medical and physiotherapeutic consultations
SUPPLEMENTS
Half board treatment (dinner)
Bike Helmet
Additional transfers within the itinerary
Transfer from Catania-Caltagirone or Comiso-Caltagirone airport (min 2 people)
Itinerary and photos by Angelo Officina della Bici
