The Godfather
ROAD BIKE TOUR OF THE TYPICAL TOWNS OF THE MOVIE
Meeting Point
Giardini-Naxos (ME)
Departure Time
09:00 AM or 14:00 PM
Return
To the starting point
Availability
Every Day
Bike Types
Road Bike
PROPOSED BIKES
ROAD BIKE ENDURANCE
SCOTT CR1-10 / CARBON FRAME
Tour Description - Itinerary
Bicycle ride on the Sicilian roads of the movie The Godfather!
The departure for our Road bike Godfather Tour will be from our headquarters in Giardini Naxos. Here our professional team will meet you up an prepare everything for your wonderful Road bike Godfather Tour.
Beginning.
You will travel up the Northern Sicilian coast. Pass through two promontories called “Capo Taormina” and “Capo Sant’Alessio”. Both are famous for their castles of Arab-Norman architecture and amazing natural views of the Mediterranean sea.
Start Climbing.
Starting from Sant’Alessio Siculo you will bike through cosy villages, with their ancient Byzantine churches.
Then along the magnificent Gole (Gorges) dell’ Aranciara formed by the river Agrò, until you reach the highest point of the trip.
Casalvecchio Siculo
A medieval village of Casalvecchio Siculo is located at 370 meters above sea level. This settlement is characterized by its charming historical center, narrow alleys and breathtaking views of Mount Etna, Messina, coast of Calabria Region and the medieval town of Savoca.
Savoca
Small hilltop town of Savoca will be a perfect place for having rest. Taste here the famous Sicilian lemon granita accompanied by folklore music in the famous “Bar Vitelli” – the film set of “The Godfather “trilogy and enjoy the incredible views of Sicilian mountains and the Sea. Here the air is so clean that it makes you head spin!
Important Information
Is it important to pay attention to the following altimetry chart to keep it in mind. For this reason the physicall fitness of partecipants has to be considered.
Price List
THE GODFATHER GUIDED BIKE TOUR
- Private Guide
- Languages : English, Italian
- Full Carbon Road Bike
- Helmet
- Repair kit
- Pedals : Flat, Shimano, Look.
- Local tolls
- Insurance
- Cycling Shoes
- Cycling Clothing
- Transport From/To your Hotel
- Sports massage (with an expert masseur and physiotherapist)
- Support vehicle
- Energy drink
- Energy bar or gel
- Transport From/To your Hotel
