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Etna Mountain Bike Excursion

NUOVO PREZZO PER IL NOSTRO TOUR IN MTB SUL VULCANO ETNA.


Sicily Bike Tourist Service propone… Etna Mountain Bike Excursion.

Escursione in Bici MTB sul vulcano Etna.

Paesaggi unici e percorsi mai troppo impegnativi, rendono questo tour in MTB adatto a tutte le persone che desiderano una semplice escursione in mountain bike sul vulcano Etna, senza necessariamente mettersi alla prova, ma solo per il piacere di godere degli scenari che questo vulcano può offrire.

Itinerario

Da Piano Vetore (1.750 mt circa) ci dirigeremo in Mountain Bike verso la Pista Altomontana (Etna sud), dove, tra sterrate e tratti asfaltati, avrete modo di godervi in tutto relax un tour in MTB adatto anche a coloro che, pur non avendo un allenamento ottimale, non vogliono perdersi una delle esperienze in Bici più belle che la Sicilia può offrire… il vulcano Etna.

Specifiche tecniche del tour in MTB: Itinerario di 2 ore, con caratteristiche tecniche e KM, adattabili alla capacità del gruppo.

Si ricorda che è sempre un attività fisica, e come tale, è necessaria una condizione fisica, adatta alla pedalata sportiva.

Consigliamo questo itinerario ai turisti che vogliono un tour in MTB sul vulcano Etna non impegnativo (facile da effettuare senza l’ausilio delle E-MTB).

Escursioni MTB Etna by Sicily Bike Tourist Service. 

Etna MTB Challenging

 Sicily Bike Tourist Service offers… Etna MTB Challenging – Full Day.


Mountain Biking and Etna volcano… a unique combination, we have deliberately created an excursion with muscular MTB, where you can really put yourself to the test.

Mount Etna, Unesco heritage, will give you the opportunity to discover the unique and demanding characteristics of its routes by mountain bike, with landscapes of varied and inimitable morphology, giving you the opportunity to travel various types of trails by MTB, and all in a single adventure.



Itinerary

We will practice Mountain Biking in the park of Mount Etna, where fantastic trails await you to ride with our MTB, the trails of the Etna volcano will not leave you disappointed, mountain bike paths never boring and never monotonous, characterized by the typical lava sand of our volcano; climbs, descents, single tracks, paths immersed in old lava flows and centuries-old woods... lava sceneries and unique landscapes will charge your desire for MTB. Circular route by mountain bike, starting from Piano Vetore (about 1,750mt). We will start the MTB tour along a dirt path with some climbs, not particularly demanding, which will be used to warm up the muscles before the game gets really hard, the trail will take us to the Galvarina hut (about 1.900mt) where we will make a small stop to enjoy the characteristic landscape of the south/west area of ​​the Etna volcano.

After the stop, the route will begin to take on liveliness, we will descend with our MTB towards a spectacular Etnea descent, full of long sandy and fast bends, we will cross expanses of old lava flows similar to stormy seas that will take us towards mount Ruvolo, where we will make another short stop... to enjoy the landscape scenery at altitude of 1,300mt. After the short stop, we will continue the MTB excursion with totally different scenarios and trails, characteristic of the lower altitudes of the Etna volcano, this part of the trail will be characterized by a dense forest that at times opens into wide expanses of meadows and colorful flowers, this MTB route on the Etna volcano will take us towards Case Zampini, where we recommend stopping for a packed lunch (not provided by the ORG).

After the stop at Case Zampini, the trail will get really hard... only big climbs await us, expertly interspersed with some lovely and fun trails, immersed in woods and old lava flows, all until reaching the 1,750mt (approximately) of Piano Vetore, where the MTB tour began.


KM and technical specifications of the MTB excursion: The MTB tour of about 42/45KM (according to the alternatives used by the MTB Guide) is scheduled to last about 5/6 hours on average with a lunch stop, but it is normal that the duration depends on the subjective physical capacity of the client. In case of need (excessive tiredness, illness or overestimation of one’s own state) where possible, it will be opted to shorten the tour by cutting from various alternatives.


It is understood that it is not a tour suitable for everyone, it requires an "excellent" physical and cycling preparation, herefore the characteristics of the volcano and the trails, typically sandy and full of climbs with poor grip, should not be underestimated, even considering the 2,000/2.100 s.l.m. in altitude to be faced in 42km (indicatively, since it will always be at the discretion of the guide in charge of the service, modify them, where possible… according to the needs and physical conditions of the client).



Type of path in MTB: XC/Trail.


MTB path: Very challenging (technically and physically), 100% Off Road.


Prices:


*€ 55.00 – each person, for a minimum of 2 participants to a maximum of 4 participants (exclusive reservation of the Tour).


For more than 4 participants, quote on request.


For Full Day Tours, is not possible to book by only one participant (except in the case in which only one participant can book tours for several days).



20% discount on the cost of the Tour, with a minimum of 2 participants, only applicable to online reservations (E-Mail or WhatsApp) at least 15 days before the date chosen for the tour.


For other various discounts applicable, please contact us.


IMPORTANT: The prices above are not inclusive of pick-up service (booked exclusively as extra), the departure for this tour is from Piano Vetore (Nicolosi), Etna Sud, where you will find: Guide, MTB and all the necessary equipment.


*Included in the price: Certified MTB guide, Mountain Bike (FLAT pedals), helmet, backpack, wind jacket, water bottle (500ml), energy drink (500ml), energy bar, energy gel, energetic fruit jelly and insurance coverage RC.


Does not include: Anything that is not specified under “Included in the price”.



Some extra services:

  • Pick-up service, to and from your Hotel

  • Lunches/Dinners

  • Tasting

  • Overnight stays

  • Tourist guide, naturalistic, alpine, vulcanological


N.B. E-MTB (E-Bike) are not included in the extra services because this tour was created exclusively to be tackled with muscular MTB .


For other extra services or customizations, please contact us.


We recommend: Technical/sports clothing suitable for mountain biking, trekking/tennis shoes (we also have the possibility to mount SPD pedals to give you the opportunity to use your technical cycling shoes, but the request must be made when booking), gloves, glasses sun or cycling, sunscreen (summer season).


Escursioni MTB Etna by Sicily Bike Tourist Service.

Enjoy Catania




Enjoy Catania was born from an idea of Sicily Bike Tourist Sevice, in order to promote tourist experiences aimed at exploring the city of Catania and eastern Sicily. We are based in the historic center of the city of Catania and allows us to be easily accessible by our customers.

Our experience and knowledge of the territory allows us to make your stay in Catania and in Etnei territories a unique and unforgettable experience, thanks to our proposals and alternatives able to satisfy your every need.

Our tours are mainly aimed at discovering the folklore and flavors of the city of Catania with all its peculiarities, without miss historical, monumental and architectural hints. You can choose to experience it by walking in complete tranquility while enjoying an excellent ice cream, or using a comfortable bicycle, always accompanied by highly qualified staff. Our Street Food, Shopping Tours, Walking Tours and Bike Tours, will lead you to discover the most hidden and characteristic places of our city, thus making you feel like true Sicilians.

The choice of highly qualified personnel with an excellent knowledge of the area will allow you to get out of the usual tourist routine and will give you the opportunity to discover the most hidden sides of our city by entering the heart of our Catania. Furthermore, it will guarantee you the opportunity to enjoy the best value for money for all the services we offer.

On request we can fully organize your stay, including transfers, dinners, overnight stays and everything that can make your holiday comfortable and personalized; you simply need to contact us and we guarantee you free and without obligation estimates.

Enjoy Catania by Sicily Bike Tourist Service… with you since 2013.


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Escursioni MTB Etna by Sicily Bike Tourist Service