Monte Pellegrino Cycling: Experience Nature with a Seasoned Triathlete Guide

Our excursion offers a remarkable adventure amid the beauty of nature, as you pedal through a location highly cherished by Palermo natives and biking enthusiasts. Your guide is Cesare, an experienced triathlete well-versed in this route, which has been part of his training regimen for an extensive period.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Santuario Santa Rosalia - The sanctuary was built in a cave where in 1624 the sheets of the patron saint of the city, Santa Rosalia were found.
What's Included
  • Bicycle use included
What's Not Included
  • Snacks
Location
Via Torquato Tasso, 74
Via Torquato Tasso
From Airport: With pullman Prestia e Comandé, get off at the Via Libertà, 80 and walk until you cross Via Giusti on the right, turn down the street and then turn left on Via T. Tasso,74. From Central Station: Take the 101 bus. Get off at Via Arimondi stop on via Libertà and look for Via T. Tasso,74.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Neilsv4493hl
Apr 25, 2024
Conquering Monte Pellegrino - Cesare and his wife were very friendly and fitted the bike to my sizable frame easily. He guided us safely and efficiently through Palermo traffic and stayed with us on the climb and descent of Monte Pellegrino. Cesare really made the the trip enjoyable with his ability, knowledge and friendly banter.
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Susie_l
Apr 24, 2024
Good workout and great views - Great mountain bike with low enough gears for the climb up to Monte Pellegrino, great views then a fabulous descent
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Deborah_s
Apr 24, 2024
Spectacular Monte Pellegrino with Cesare - The bikes were well maintained. Cesare went out of his way to fit the bike for my husband. The ride was as challenging as wanted. The views were spectacular and Cesare ensured a safe and enjoyable. It was a highlight of visiting Palermo.
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Andrea_m
Apr 10, 2024
Amazing experience, highly recommend! - I booked this tour as a solo experience dueing our cruise stop to ensure I could keep up with my triathlon training and have a unique cycling experience. It was a great 1 on 1 experience with experienced guide! It was easy to take taxi from the port to meeting point and everything was very timely. The bike was great and guide gave orientation to use. I was able to store extra items I brought for after the tour in his shop. He led ride at my pace and skillfully guided me through short ride in streets of Palermo before we reached the base of Mt Pelegrino. The views on the way up and at the top were amazing! It took us 1 hr up and we stopped and took photos on the way. We even saw wild goats on the ride! At the top I was able to enter into beautiful church in a cave. The panoramic view of the ocean, beach and town were well worth the ride up. There were minimal cars on the mountain on the day I went which made it smoother for me. The way down is fast with some cobble stones on curves, but manageable even for a novice road biker like me. It was a very memorable day and I felt like a champion at the end. Guide gave me triathlon training info and shared info about Palermo Tri in the fall. I hope to return then! It was a great experience.
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Domenicomv846wh
Aug 28, 2023
A nice trip around Palermo - Great experience! Thanks to Cesare's advice and his staff, my 12-year-old son and I rented two professional racing bikes (it was our first time) and toured the city, climbed Mount Pellegrino, went down to Addaura and reached Mondello . About 60 km of total pleasure and happiness.
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El_nomado_loco
Feb 24, 2023
A delightful experience - Fabulous morning climbing Montepellegrino and touring the sights of Palermo/Mondello. Cesare was a great guide and took good care of me. A delightful experience.
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Alistaird770
Nov 1, 2022
Fab ride with Cesare - I had a wonderful ride with to the top of Monte Pellegino. I was not as fit as I thought I was but Cesare was very patient! The views are fantastic and it was a great experience. Cesare was lovely company and speaks very good English I will be back next year Gracie Cesare
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Emmab5
May 24, 2022
Experiencing bike touring with Cesare’s trekking bikes - Discover Palermo and the beautiful landscapes around the city through a bike tour. Cesare’s trekking bikes are perfect for any kind of adventure: whether if you like to visit the city center or climbing the Monte Pellegrino, Cesare will give you the perfect bike for tour trip and give all the advices you need. Cesare is a cyclist himself and can be your mentor to discover Palermo and all the beauty around this wonderful city. Trust him and you will never regret it!
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Amirz899
May 20, 2022
Very enjoyable experience - I really enjoyed the bike tour with this company, Cesare was a very friendly and accommodating tour guide and is welcoming like a true palermitano. We started towards Mount Pellegrino, but be warned that it is a challenging tour because of the terrain. I was clearly struggling but Cesare was very nice, offering to change the route and we cycled to Mondello Beach instead. This was delightful and was around 10 KM round trip, but much less challenging terrain. I think that you will not regret Mount Pellegrino if you are an intermediate cyclist who is prepared for 8KM of uphill cycling - it is truly truly beautiful. However, if like me you are less able, I still would highly recommend this company for any of their amazing services. Thank you for a very enjoyable trip.
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Bacilko
Dec 19, 2021
Bike rent in Palermo - Everything perfect From Caesares site. He went with us for couple of kilometrers because its really dangerous to drive or bike in Palermo.
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From $65
up to 10 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).