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As the eternal crossroads of the Mediterranean, the gorgeous island of Sicily continues to seduce travellers with its dazzling diversity of landscapes and cultural treasures. Sicily's varied landscape makes a dramatic first impression.

Seductively beautiful and perfectly placed in the Mediterranean, Sicily has been luring people for centuries. One of the most outstanding qualities of southeastern Sicily is the juxtaposition of colours, constantly changing according to the season.

The sea is a prominent feature. Its many shades of green, turquoise and blue contrast sharply with the intense whiteness of the salt mines. Inland, the greens, yellows and browns characterize the seemingly infinite succession of cultivated rolling hills. The landscape is dotted with soft-coloured buildings; whites, creams, yellows and grays. The structures' colour depends on the material used and the period of construction.

The warm sun that makes everything glow or shine also helps give the excellent Sicilian food and wine its vivid colour. Many dishes make use of the wide choice of local fresh vegetables such as tomatoes, eggplant, peppers, zucchini, olives, oranges and capers. There is an abundance of cow and sheep cheese as well as fresh fish. The enormous variety of almond-based desserts is something you should definitely indulge in.

This cycling trip takes you off the beaten path, to truly indulge in Italian culture, food and wine, and well as take in the outstanding landscape, all at handlebar level.