Sicily's Islands Boat, Bike & Hike Tour
Boat & Bike • 7 nights
VISITING: Italy
Overview
Why we love this tour
Glowing lava, crystalline waters and dramatic geology
Alluring island towns, pretty ports and Aeolian flavours
Relax on a Turkish Caique, sleeping and dining on board
Wonderful mix of guided cycling and walks
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Sail between the volcanic Aeolian islands on a traditional Turkish Caique, exploring five of the islands on leisurely, guided cycle tours and guided walks on this wonderfully varied tour. During your rides, you’ll have time to swim off the beaches, visit local towns and taste Aeolian specialities like granita, capers and sweet Malvasia wine. A relaxing trip with plenty of variety, you’ll alternate between cycling, walking and sightseeing from the boat.
Each island holds a new surprise, as you ride past the smoking crater of Vulcano, cycle along Panarea’s car-free streets and pedal through Salina’s fragrant vineyards. Your most impressive holiday snaps, however, are likely to be of Stomboli’s firework-like eruptions at the Sciara del Fuoco viewpoint. Your two longest cycling days involve stunning coast-to-coast rides of Salina and Lipari – as the largest island, Lipari makes a great end to your week, with its buzzing town and white-sand beaches.
The Trip
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Accommodation
Sundial
The Sundial is a traditional wooden Turkish Style Caique that is 24.5 metres long and has a maximum capacity of 20 passengers. Meals are served outside on the main deck or on the stern deck. You can relax in the elegant lounge or on the sundeck.
6 Cabins (all 7-8 m2 with wc/shower wetroom, portholes can be opened)
- 4 double cabins (8 m2 )
- 2 smaller double (7 m2 ) also available for single use
Caicco Sundial
What's included
Price includes
7 nights aboard a comfort class motor yacht
Board basis: Full board including breakfast, packed lunch and dinner (apart from dinner in Milazzo on day 7)
English speaking tour guide on board and on bike
Group airport transfer to and from Catania airport to the boat (for 2024 departures)
Maps and route information (on App)
Welcome drink
Harbour charges
Daily coffee and tea
Daily cabin cleaning
Water during meals
Walking tours
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Flights
Drinks and tips
Bike hire
Entrance fees to museums, parks and monuments
Special dietary requests (e.g. lactose or gluten-free)
Bike hire and extras
Bike hire
Bikes are equipped with a completely waterproof rear pannier and one lock per cabin.
Hybrid bike
Hybrid with 21 gears with pannier
E-bike
Other Extras
Helmet
Helmet Hire Included
Board upgrade
Gluten or lactose free diet (65 Euros payable locally) - please select if applicable
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Friendly service with expert knowledge
Easy to book and pay online
Full financial protection
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about this tour. Simply click on a question to reveal the answer.
Take a taxi to Catania airport or go to Messina and take a bus from there to the airport.
For 2024 departures there is a group transfer from the boat to Catania airport, departing at 9:00am (arriving around 12:00 midday).
Moderate cycling holidays are ideal for regular cyclists as the bike routes require a moderate degree of fitness, which you should have acquired by regular cycling.
We are always on hand to offer advice, so please give us a call if you wish to chat about the tour’s grading.
For Boat & Bike tours the boat will generally keep to the advertised itinerary, however the captain may have to adapt the itinerary due to the river or sea conditions.
There is limited space in the cabins, so pack light and take a soft suitcase.
Please advise us of any special requirements at time of booking and we will notify the boat operator in advance. Understandably, kitchen galley space is limited and it may not be possible to provide specialist products (eg. Gluten free). We suggest you bring a few items with you and, in some cases, these can be provided at a supplement.
Yes, you can relax on the boat or explore when you arrive at each destination instead of cycling.
Absolutely! Boat & Bike tours are very sociable and a good choice for single travellers wishing to mix with other guests and share your common interest of cycling.