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Baroque, Bike and Sea in Southern Sicily
Baroque, Bike and Sea is an 8-day self-guided bike tour of southern Sicily, from Ragusa Ibla to Syracuse, rated easy to moderate. Along the way you ride through the UNESCO-listed Baroque towns of Modica, Scicli and Noto and along the south-east coast, from Marina di Ragusa to Marzamemi, the Vendicari Nature Reserve and Ortigia. Six riding days of 37–52 km, with your luggage moved ahead to each hotel.
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day 1
Ragusa Ibla
Arrive independently in Ragusa Ibla, the oldest part of Ragusa and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2002. Take the evening to wander its Baroque churches, palaces and stepped lanes – one of the most charming old towns in Sicily. Overnight in Ragusa Ibla.
- Day 2
Ragusa Ibla – Marina di Ragusa
45 km · +385 mElevation profile ↗
In the morning you receive your bike and route briefing. Heading for the coast, the first stop is Donnafugata Castle, a grand Neo-Gothic residence on a low hill. You then roll down to the sea past the beaches of Punta Secca and Marina di Ragusa. Overnight in Marina di Ragusa.
- Day 3
Marina di Ragusa – Modica
37 km · +575 mElevation profile ↗
Follow the coast to Donnalucata, with its small harbour and seafront promenade, then turn inland to Scicli, home to fine Baroque buildings such as Palazzo Beneventano and the Church of San Bartolomeo. The day ends in Modica, another Baroque gem famous for its chocolate. Overnight in Modica.
- Day 4
Modica – Ispica
46 km · +520 mElevation profile ↗
Leaving Modica, you ride through the typical Hyblaean countryside and along Cava d'Ispica, a canyon dotted with ancient cave dwellings, sanctuaries and necropolises. In Ispica, the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore and its Loggiato del Sinatra are the highlights. Overnight in Ispica.
- Day 5
Ispica – Marzamemi
52 km · +270 mElevation profile ↗
Back to the coast, past the beaches of Santa Maria del Focallo and the Pantano Longarini and Pantano Baronello wetlands, where migratory birds are often seen. After skirting the islet of Capo Passero, you reach Marzamemi, a picturesque old fishing village. Overnight in Marzamemi.
- Day 6
Marzamemi – Noto
50 km · +350 mElevation profile ↗
The highlight today is the Vendicari Nature Reserve, with its beaches and the old tonnara where tuna was once processed. An easy ride takes you on to Lido di Noto, perfect for a break on the sand, before the final stretch to Noto, the 'Capital of Baroque'. Overnight in Noto.
- Day 7
Noto – Siracusa
38 km · +250 mElevation profile ↗
The last ride takes you from Noto to Syracuse, one of the most elegant cities of the Mediterranean and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2005. Explore the modern town and, above all, Ortigia, the island that forms its historic heart. Overnight in Syracuse.
- Day 8
Siracusa
After breakfast, services end. Extra nights in Syracuse can be booked on request. Arrivederci Sicilia!
Tour details
- Duration
- 8 days / 7 nights
- Tour type
- Self-guided, with navigation app
- Area
- South-east Sicily
- Distance
- 268 km
- Level
- Easy / Moderate
- Departures
- Daily
- Participants
- Minimum 2
- Accommodation
- Economy (B&B / 3* hotels) or Deluxe (4/5* hotels)
- Meals
- Bed & breakfast
- Bikes
- Touring bike, E-bike, Road bike
Prices and services
Prices per person in a double room
| Category | Low season | Mid season | High season |
|---|---|---|---|
| EconomyB&B / 3* hotels | € 1,140 | € 1,210 | € 1,330 |
| Deluxe4/5* hotels | € 1,400 | € 1,490 | € 1,650 |
Seasons
| Season | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Low season | 7 Jan – 27 Mar · 7 Apr – 31 May · 21 Sep – 21 Dec | 7 Jan – 21 Mar · 5 Apr – 18 Apr · 3 May – 31 May · 21 Sep – 21 Dec |
| Mid season | 1 Jun – 13 Jul · 25 Aug – 20 Sep | 22 Mar – 4 Apr · 19 Apr – 2 May · 1 Jun – 12 Jul · 25 Aug – 20 Sep |
| High season | 28 Mar – 6 Apr · 14 Jul – 24 Aug · 22 Dec – 6 Jan | 13 Jul – 24 Aug · 22 Dec – 6 Jan |
Easter was in high season in 2026 (28 March–6 April); in 2027 Easter and the spring bank holidays fall in mid season.
Included in the price
- 7 nights' accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Touring bike rental
- Bike equipment: helmet, lock, pannier
- Repair kit: spare inner tube, pump, tyre levers
- Luggage transfers
- Access to our mobile app with preloaded GPS tracks, roadbook and practical and tourist information
- Telephone assistance
- Travel insurance (medical and luggage) – see the insurance information
Not included
- Lunches and dinners
- Airport transfers
- Tourist taxes
- Anything not listed under "Included"
Supplements
| E-bike rental | € 160 |
| Road bike rental | € 75 |
| August supplement (1–24 August), category A | € 255 |
| August supplement (1–24 August), category B | € 500 |
| Single room | +30% on the base price |
| Solo traveller | € 360 |
| Extra nights | On request |
| Transfers | On request |
Prices are per person in a double room and based on a minimum of 2 participants. Travelling solo? The solo traveller supplement applies.
Bikes available for this tour
Touring bike
E-bike
Road bikeRoute map
Questions about this tour
How long is the tour and how much does it cost?
8 days and 7 nights, from € 1,140 per person in a double room (Economy category, low season). Deluxe hotels start at € 1,400.
Where does the tour start and end, and how do I get there?
It starts in Ragusa Ibla and ends in Syracuse. Comiso airport is about 15 km from Ragusa; from Catania airport, buses reach Ragusa in about 1 hour 45 minutes, and Catania is also the nearest airport to Syracuse. Private transfers are available on request.
How difficult is it?
Easy to moderate: 268 km over six stages of 37–52 km. The hilliest day is Marina di Ragusa – Modica (+575 m); the coastal stages are mostly gentle.
When is the best time to go?
Spring and autumn are ideal for riding and still great for the beach. Prices vary by low, mid and high season, and an August supplement applies from 1 to 24 August (€ 255 in category A, € 500 in category B).
Which bikes are available? Can I ride an e-bike?
Yes. A touring bike is included; you can upgrade to an e-bike for € 160 or a road bike for € 75.
What is included?
7 nights with breakfast, bike rental and equipment, daily luggage transfers, our mobile app with GPS tracks and roadbook, luggage and health insurance, and telephone assistance. Lunches, dinners, airport transfers and tourist taxes are not included.
