Spend 5 days cycling and tasting your way through the Sicilian capital of Palermo
Discover the best of Sicilian markets, beaches, and picturesque villages on this food-focused 5-day cycling tour. Cycling and eating your way through Palermo is the perfect balance of activity and indulgence, and this spectacular cycling tour allows you to do just that!
Based in Palermo, where you'll spend 5 nights, you'll set out on bike daily to explore this ancient capital city and the surrounding villages.
Palermo is famous for its outdoor markets, 3 of which you'll experience on this tour. Ballarò, Capo, and Vuccirìa will sweep you back in time and enchant you with their tantalizing smells, tastes, and sounds. Each with their own unique flavours and traditions, you'll explore these markets in-depth and get a feel for what makes each of them so spectacular.
Beyond the thrilling markets, you'll also discover Palermo's beautiful beaches and nearby mountain villages. Spend an afternoon lazing in the pristine waters of Mondello Beach before enjoying a delectable lunch of boiled octopus at one of the beachfront restaurants. Ride high to Palermo's mountain plateau, visiting the small Italian-Albanian communities of Albanesi, Hora, Monreale, and more.
Enjoy this spectacular opportunity to cycle through Sicily's natural beauty while immersing yourself in its heavenly food and wine.
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Tasting Palermo By Bike Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive
Following a delightful stroll through the charming streets of Palermo, you'll find yourself at the restaurant for dinner, where you'll embark on a culinary journey delving into the essence of Sicilian cuisine. It's a tapestry of recipes brimming with contrasts and paradoxes, showcasing dishes that reflect the diverse cultural influences that have traversed this region. Rich in both color and flavor, Sicilian cuisine masterfully combines humble ingredients to create a vibrant and tantalizing dining experience.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Palermo
Distance: None
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 Explore Palermo by Bike
Today promises a delightful blend of culture and exploration as we immerse ourselves in the colorful markets of Palermo. Vuccirìa, Capo, and Ballarò await, each offering a treasure trove of culinary delights and local specialties. From succulent seafood to fresh produce sourced from the Palermo countryside, these markets are a feast for the senses.
We'll take our time meandering through the stalls, sampling street foods like sfincione, panelle, and potato croquettes. Don't rush - the markets beckon to be savored slowly, offering a glimpse into the vibrant tapestry of Sicilian cuisine and culture.
Later in the day, we'll embark on a picturesque bike ride to Mondello. Here, history and beauty intertwine along the seafront promenade, where elegant Liberty-style villas stand as silent witnesses to the town's rich heritage. It's a journey filled with discovery, flavor, and the enchanting charm of Sicily's coastal treasures.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Palermo
Distance: 20km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Bagheria and Capo Zafferano by bike
Today, we'll embark on a full-day biking excursion around Palermo's picturesque surroundings. Our journey starts in the city center and takes us along the charming seafront of Aspra, known for its ancient traditions. We'll pause to explore the lively fish market and visit the Anchovy Museum for a taste of Sicilian maritime culture. Continuing along the coast, we'll admire the scenic Capo Zafferano promontory before heading back to Palermo, passing by the beautiful villas of Bagheria.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Palermo
Distance: 50km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Cycle to Monreale and Piana degli Albanesi
After breakfast, we'll be whisked away by private transfer to the magnificent Monreale. While exploring the grand Duomo, our bikes will be readied for our next adventure. We'll pedal towards the bilingual community of Piana degli Albanesi, immersing ourselves in the charm of Hora and Arbëreshëvet in arbëreshë. Nestled in the Palermo mountains, we'll indulge in the renowned cannoli paired with sweet wine and discover the unique Sicilian artisans preserving the Byzantine gold tradition.
Our journey continues downhill along the panoramic former via ferrata, offering stunning views of the Conca d'Oro of Palermo, until we reach Monreale again. We'll conclude our day's exploration with a transfer back to Palermo for our final overnight stay.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Palermo
Distance: 30km
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 5 Depart Palermo
This morning, with a pleasantly satisfied palate, you’ll say goodbye to beautiful Palermo and head to the airport to depart.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Tasting Palermo by Bike Tour Price and Dates
This partially-guided cycling tour of Palermo is always run as a private tour for your group and the price depends on the size of your group.
Prices below are per person:
- Groups of 6: from $1,025 USD* per person
* - Please note that the pricing might change depending on the size of your group, as well as the travelling season.
Book NowAccommodation on the Tasting Palermo by Bike Tour
This tour is based in a 4-star B&B in Palermo. The B&B is excellently located, tastefully decorated, and offers modern amenities to make your stay a pleasant one. Enjoy private rooms and an ensuite bathroom during your stay.
Rooms are double occupancy and single travellers will pay a supplement.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other, comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Locanda Sette Fate in Palermo ★★★★
This unique B&B is named after the Piazzetta Sette Fate, one of the most well-preserved water towers in the city, which the B&B overlooks.
What’s Included in the Tasting Palermo by Bike Tour?
Meals
4 breakfasts and 1 dinner are included. Visit and tasting at the museum on day 3 and Cannolo tasting on day 4 are included too.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 4 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
A scheduled private transfer on Day 4 is included on this tour. Airport transfers can be added for an additional fee.
Also Included
- Welcome briefing and bike fitting
- Local English-speaking guide during excursions
Not included
- Bike rental
- Flights to and from Italy
- Tastings
- Visas if required
- Travel insurance
- Tourist taxes if applicable
Optional Extras
- Single room supplements
- Solo traveller supplements
- Any additional nights before or after the tour
- Airport transfers
- Bike rental:
- Trek bike
- E-bike
Frequently Asked Questions about Tasting Palermo By Bike
Slow Active Tours is a tour operator specializing in "slow pace" outdoor activities, which mainly concern cycling, trekking and snorkeling in beautiful Italy. Based in Puglia, the wonderful heel of Italy, Slow Active Tours was born from a long experience in responsible and sustainable tourism, combined with a love for culture and a strong passion for traditions, history and respect for nature.
Dynamic holidays "at a slow pace", because in this way it is possible to savor every moment of a great journey, full of adventure, hearty breakfasts, moments of peaceful well-being, food and wine tastings, fresh dips in the most beautiful seas of Italy, smiles and chat with the locals.
Each trip includes everything you need to make the experience comfortable and to be free to travel safely.
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