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Catania Bike tours

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Catania: 4-Hour Guided Bike Tour

1. Catania: 4-Hour Guided Bike Tour

Take a ride through the most distinctive streets of Catania and admire magnificent monuments dating back to various historical periods, from ancient Greek and Roman to Baroque and much more. Go beyond the city center and explore panoramic coastal roads while hearing the stories and legends of the area from your expert guide. Then, arrive at Aci Castello, and marvel at the Norman castle built high up on the rock with spectacular views of the sea. Next stop: Aci Trezza. Visit this quaint fishing village with views of the Cyclopean Isles, home to the mythic cyclopes. Admire the natural beauty of the Ionian coast before heading back to the city.

Mount Etna Mountain E-Bike Enduro Tour

2. Mount Etna Mountain E-Bike Enduro Tour

When you arrive at the start point of your mountain bike trail, get kitted out with all the necessary equipment and your professional mountain e-bike.  Ride on a mixture of fun country trails with terrains ranging from volcanic sand to lava rocks. Listen to your certified mountain bike guide who will advise the most suitable route for you and explain the peculiarities of the trail. All guides are local, energetic and passionate about this sport, so they will be able to convey to you their passion and knowledge about this wonderful region.

Mount Etna: Summit Cycling Tour

3. Mount Etna: Summit Cycling Tour

Your cycling adventure begins with traveling to the northern part of the volcano. Upon arrival, get kitted out with all the necessary biking equipment and then get ready for the ride of your life. Follow your guide along a dirt path that journeys upwards, passing by vast ancient craters and fascinating lava flows. Along the way, admire the stark contrast of the volcano landscape that is unlike anything else on earth, and marvel at the views back down to the towns below. Arrive at the Volcanological Observatory at an altitude of 2800 meters and regain your strength as you relax against a backdrop of panoramic views. Gaze upon the summit craters of Etna, the Ionian Sea and the Valle del Bove, as well as giving yourself a pat on the back for your achievement.

Etna: Half-Day Mt Etna Mountain Bike Tour

4. Etna: Half-Day Mt Etna Mountain Bike Tour

Visiting Mount Etna and the surrounding area by mountain bike is a unique experience that will give you the chance to see uncontaminated landscapes, between ancient lava flows and old craters, passing through oak and pine woods. The tour will start from the southern part of the Volcano, which in recent years has been hit by lava flows. This is one of the most beautiful sides of the volcano because during the tour it is possible to admire the contrast between the dark rocks and the vegetation (like the broad-leaved woods). On the path there are some alpine houses and a beautiful fracture cave "Santa Barbara". The climate of the region makes it possible for tours to operate all year around.

From Taormina: Cycling Tour to the Top of Mount Etna

5. From Taormina: Cycling Tour to the Top of Mount Etna

Pickup from your hotel in Taormina or Giardini Naxos. Your tour will start from the southern part of the Etna volcano. After reaching Rifugio Sapienza, ride along a dirt path with your guide, between ancient craters and recent lava flows. Admire an extraordinary panorama, with views of the summit craters of Etna, the Ionian Sea and the Valle del Bove. Later, put on a helmet and headlamp and head inside a lava cave to learn how lava flows are formed, before returning to the starting point. In the end, visit one of the area’s top organic farms to taste products such as honey, olive oil, and wine.

Catania: Full Circuit of Etna in MTB

6. Catania: Full Circuit of Etna in MTB

Circumnavigate Mount Etna through the Altomontano trail, which has the following features: Difficulty: Difficult Total distance: 80.84 km Difference in height uphill: 963 m Difference in height downhill: 2.828 m Duration: about 6h During the tour you will pass through lava flows, both recent and ancient ones, which alternate to oak and pine tree woods. You will also stop to see some very interesting lava flow caves. At the end of the tour you will return to the starting place. The montain bikes and helmet rent are included in the tour.

Catania: Electric Bike Rental

7. Catania: Electric Bike Rental

Feel the Sicilian breeze on your skin as you pedal your e-bike along island routes from Catania. Go at your own pace, without the crowds, as you take in the island's charm from the saddle of your bike. Pick up your bike in Nicolosi and ride from the stunning coast to the tall mountains of Sicily. Your rental includes a repair kit and a bike bag and rack on request. Cycle past Mount Etna and marvel at the highest active volcano in Europe from your unique vantage point. Let yourself be enchanted by the magnificent natural and cultural scenery that you cycle past. Choose your route from suggested trails through the mountains and coast or plan your own route and get off the beaten path. Return your bike to the activity provider's shop in Nicolosi at the end of your day out.

Mount Etna: Guided Mountain Bike Tour

8. Mount Etna: Guided Mountain Bike Tour

Once you arrive, with the help of our guide, you can choose the route that best suits you! From downhill, to the descents of lava sand, single trail in the woods, free-ride and enduro trails, up to walks of varying difficulty. Starting from Rifugio Sapienza, in the south side of Etna, you will begin your journey through lonely and scenic trails, landscapes of pure Sicilian nature, caves of lava flow, passing through forests of oak, pine, birch and beech trees.  You will go through the most secret and suggestive places of our island, and you will be enchanted by the power and beauty of this volcano. All this, concentrated in a unique and unmissable experience by mountain bike, which will allow you to spend three unforgettable hours in contact with nature, discovering the highest active volcano in Europe.

From Catania: Etna Downhill Mountain Biking Experience

9. From Catania: Etna Downhill Mountain Biking Experience

After meeting the group in front of Rifugio Sapienza hotel at 10:30AM, you'll be in good company with a qualified mountain bike guide who will share with you a deep passion for this land and sport. Once you reach the top of the mountain, admire an extraordinary panorama: the summit craters of Etna, the Ionian Sea, and the Valle del Bove. Begin the downhill trail from 2,800 meters by e-bike, with a single trail descent around old and new lava flows on the highest active volcano in Europe.

Catania: mountain Bike Rental on Mount Etna

10. Catania: mountain Bike Rental on Mount Etna

Starting at Catania, rent a bike for the day and absorb the beauty of the Sicilian coast and landscape as you cycle at your own leisure on the paths to the summit of Mount Etna. Follow one of the recommended bike routes or discover your very own island adventure while being charmed by the stunning vistas.  At the rental base choose your preferred bike from the high-quality selection available including traditional mountain or electric bikes with premium suspension ranging from MTB Fork 100mm to 180mm. Customize your riding experience with optional bike racks, bags or clothing. Set off on the tracks and trails and admire the serene mountainous surroundings on the ascent to the summit of the UNESCO World Heritage site, the imposing Mount Etna. Feel the warmth of the breeze as you cycle at your own speed, viewing the spectacular coastal scenes and Sicilian architecture.   As the day draws to a close, descend from the peaks at a leisurely pace to return your bike to the Rental Center. Savor the memories made of your beautiful and distinctive cycling experience.

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Our guide Alessandro was a personable, interested and informative guide. We did a lot more than we said and we were able to experience a wonderful day by bike with him in Catania. That would not have been possible on foot. Grace mille Alessandro è stata and giornata bellissima.

Great tour. Great nice and informative guide. From demanding to easy - something for everyone. A great view and a breathtaking trip through lava deserts and shady forests.

Guide (Elio) was excellent! The Enduro mountain bike ride is more for +intermediate-advanced mt bike riders! Winds at top of volcano are intense! But had a blast!

Journey through the history of Catania by e-bike and visit two beautiful places on the coast.

Great experience. I recommend to anyone who enjoys riding bike...