Bike Rental in Sicily

Hit Sicily’s roads with our rental bikes.We are riders ourselves and we know exactly which bicycles are best for Sicily’s back roads and trails. Don’t worry about shipping your bike across the ocean, we’ve got you covered: check out our bike rental in Sicily

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Gravel Bike Hire in Sicily

With miles of dirt tracks Sicily is a great destination for gravel biking. Rent a gravel bike from Trek or Specialized and enjoy riding on and offroad in Sicily.

Road Bike Hire in Sicily

Enjoy riding on smooth roads lined with dry-stone walls in south-east Sicily or on the coastal roads around the island with our endurance road bikes from Trek.

Mountain Bike Hire in Sicily

Conquer the slopes of Mount Etna or ride on the coastal trails in west Sicily on our lightweight hardtail mountain bikes from Trek and Specialized.  

Rent a Gravel Bike in Sicily

Trek Checkpoint ALR4 Gravel Bike

Our Trek Checkpoint ALR4 gravel bikes have an ultralight aluminium frame and a carbon fork which grants more comfort on bumpy roads and dirt tracks. Rent this gravel bike with a rear rack and panniers for longer tours or with a bikepacking saddle bag for short bike tours in Sicily.

Bike Specifications

Frame: Aluminium 300 series Alpha

Fork: Carbon 

Shifters: Shimano Tiagra RS405

Crank: Shimano Tiagra 50/34 Compact

Cassette: Shimano Tiagra – 10 speed (11-34)

Tyres: Schwalbe Smart Sam Plus 

Brakes: Shimano RS505 hydraulic disc

Pedals: Shimano M324 (SPD/flat), other pedals on request

Frame sizes

61 (XXL) 184 – 191 cm (6’0.4″ – 6’3.2″)

58 (XL) 179 – 186 cm (5’10.5″ – 6’1.2″)

56 (L) 173 – 180 cm (5’8.1″ – 5’10.9″)

54 (M) 167 – 174 cm (5’5.7″ – 5’8.5″)

Rental Rates

Min. rental duration: 3 days.

 

 

From 25 euro per day

Credit Card Deposit: 500 euro  Learn more

Accessories

Included: rear rack, two bottle cages, tire repair kit, spare tube, lock, lights, 1 pump per group, Shimano single sided SPD pedals.

Free extras on request:

Helmet

Waterproof Ortlieb back panniers

Saddle bag

SPD / SPD SL / Look Keo pedals

Specialized Sequoia Gravel Bike

The Specialized Sequoia is an agile gravel bike and a great choice for bicycle touring and bikepacking in Sicily. Not only does it look great, but it is functional as well! The steel frame with a size-specific blend of tubing, the impressive gear range, the hand-built Hayfield wheels and the frame geometry all add up to an excellent adventure bike to rent in Sicily.

Bike Specifications

Frame Premium Cr-Mo steel, size-specific tubing

Fork strong but light Cr-Mo steel fork

Gears 27 speed, front/rear derailleur Shimano Sora/Alivio 9 speed

Brakes Tektro Spyre mechanical disc

Frame sizes 52 (S) – 54 (S/M) – 56 (M/L) – 58 (L)

Rental Rates

Min. rental duration: 3 days.

 

 

From 20 euro per day

Credit Card Deposit: 400 euro  Learn more

Accessories

Included: tire repair kit, spare tube, lock, lights, 1 pump per group, Shimano single sided SPD pedals.

Extras on request:

Helmet

Rear rack

Waterproof Ortlieb back panniers

Saddle bag

SPD / SPD SL / Look Keo pedals

Rent a Road Bike in Sicily

Trek Domane AL5 Endurance Road Bike

Our Trek Domane AL5 endurance road bikes have an ultralight aluminium frame, an endurance geometry and a carbon fork which grants more comfort on longer tours. Rent this road bike with a rear rack and panniers if you plan to go on longer tours or with a bikepacking saddle bag for short bike tours in Sicily.

Bike Specifications

Frame: Aluminium 100 Series Alpha

Fork: Carbon 

Shifters: Shimano 105

Crank: Shimano 105 – 50/34 Compact

Cassette: Shimano 105 – 11 speed (11-32)

Chain: Shimano 105

Brakes: Bontrager Alloy – dual pivot

Pedals: Shimano M324 (SPD/Flat) 

Frame sizes

62 (XXXL) 186 – 196 cm (6’2.4″ – 6’5.2″)

60 (XXL) 184 – 191 cm (6’0.4″ – 6’3.2″)

58 (XL) 179 – 186 cm (5’10.5″ – 6’1.2″)

56 (L) 173 – 180 cm (5’8.1″ – 5’10.9″)

54 (M) 167 – 174 cm (5’5.7″ – 5’8.5″)

52 (S) 162 – 169 cm (5’3.8″ – 5’6.5″)

 

Rental Rates

Min. rental duration: 3 days.

 

 

From 25 euro per day

Credit Card Deposit: 500 euro  Learn more

Accessories

Included: tire repair kit, spare tube, lock, lights, 1 pump per group, Shimano single sided SPD pedals.

Extras on request:

Helmet

Rear rack

Waterproof Ortlieb back panniers

Saddle bag

SPD / SPD SL / Look Keo pedals

Trek Emonda SL5 Disc Carbon Racing Bike

Our Trek Emonda SL5 Disc carbon road bikes have an ultralight carbon frame, an endurance geometry and a carbon fork which grants more comfort on longer tours. Rent this road bike for daily training rides from your holiday villa or for a ride up Monte Pellegrin in Palermo.

Bike Specifications

Frame:                        Ultralight 500 Series OCLV Carbon

Fork:                           Carbon

Shifters:                      Shimano 105 Hydraulic

Crank:                         Shimano 105 – 50/34 Compact

Cassette:                    Shimano 105 – 11 speed (11-30)

Chain:                         Shimano 105

Brakes:                       Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc

Pedals:                       on request SPD, Look Kéo, SPD SL

Frame sizes

50                                158 – 163 cm | 5’2″ – 5’4″       inseam 74 – 77 cm | 29″ – 30″

52                                163 – 168 cm | 5’4″ – 5’6″       inseam 76 – 79 cm | 30″ – 31″

54                                168 – 174 cm | 5’6″ – 5’9″       inseam 78 – 82 cm | 31″ – 32″

56                                174 – 180 cm | 5’9″ – 5’11”     inseam 81 – 85 cm | 32″ – 33″

58                                180 – 185 cm | 5’11” – 6’1″     inseam 84 – 87 cm | 33″ – 34″

 

Rental Rates

Min. 3 days

3 days 145 euro

4 days 185 euro

5 days 225 euro

6 days 260 euro

7 days 290 euro

Extra days 35 euro per day

Credit Card Deposit: 1.000 euro  Learn more

Accessories

Included: tire repair kit, spare tube, lock, lights, 1 pump per group, Shimano single sided SPD pedals.

Free extras on request:

Helmet

SPD / SPD SL / Look Keo pedals

Rent a Mountain Bike in Sicily

Specialized Rockhopper Pro 29"

The Specialized Rockhopper Pro 29 is a lightweight mountain bike, with a XC frame geometry that grants fun and efficiency on the trail. Great for bikepacking and for exploring the Sicilian pilgrim routes like the Magna Via Francigena thanks to the possibility of adding a rear rack.

Bike Specifications

Frame ultra light aluminium

Fork Manitou Markhor 29 90/100 mm (size M/L)

Gears & Shifters  Shimano SLX 2×10

Brakes Shimano BR-M365 hydraulic disc

Frame size M – L

Rental Rates

Min. rental duration: 3 days.

 

 

From 20 euro per day

Credit Card Deposit: 400 euro  Learn more

Accessories

Included: tire repair kit, spare tube, lock, lights, 1 pump per group, Shimano single sided SPD pedals.

Extras on request:

Helmet

Rear rack

Waterproof Ortlieb back panniers

Saddle bag

SPD or flat pedals

Trek Xcaliber 8 29"

The Trek Xcaliber 8 is a lightweight mountain bike that allows you to go fast and enjoy the trails. Great for bikepacking and for short excursions in Sicily’s mountain ranges.

Bike Specifications

Frame ultra light aluminium

Fork RockShox 30 Silver (100mm travel)

Gears & Shifters  Shimano Deore XT 2×10

Brakes Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc

Frame size M – L – XL

Rental Rates

Min. rental duration: 3 days.

 

 

From 20 euro per day

Credit Card Deposit: 400 euro  Learn more

Accessories

Included: tire repair kit, spare tube, lock, lights, 1 pump per group, Shimano single sided SPD pedals.

Extras on request:

Helmet

Rear rack

Waterproof Ortlieb back panniers

Saddle bag

SPD or flat pedals

Rent an E-Bike in Sicily

Rent an E-MTB in Sicily

Trek Powerfly Sport 4 Equipped

The Trek Powerfly Sport 4 is a versatile e-mountain bike that allows you to go fast and enjoy the trails. Great for self-guided tours on mixed terrain and easy trails. What we love about this bike: it runs really smoothly and it is super easy to remove the battery – no complicated covers, simply click it out laterally and off it goes|

Bike Specifications

Frame:  Aluminium Alpha Platinum

Fork: SR Suntour XCM 34 120mm

Shifters: Shimano Deore

Crank: FSA 36T

Cassette: Shimano Deore – 10 speed (11-46)

Brakes:  Tektro HD-M275 Hydraulic Disc

Pedals: flat, on request SPD or SPD/flat double function

Motor: Bosch Performance CX 85Nm

Battery: Bosch PowerTube, 500wh

Frame sizes 

S                                 153 – 167 cm | 5’0″ – 5’6″       inseam 72 – 79 cm | 28″ – 31″

M                                161 – 175 cm | 5’3″ – 5’9″       inseam 76 – 82 cm | 30″ – 32″

L                                  174 – 188 cm | 5’9″ – 6’2″       inseam 82 – 88 cm | 32″ – 35″

Rental Rates

1 day: 50 euro

2 days 100 euro

3 days 150 euro

4 days 190 euro

5 days 235 euro

6 days 280 euro

7 days 315 euro

Extra days 40 euro per day

Credit Card Deposit: 1.000 euro  Learn more

Accessories

Included: tire repair kit, spare tube, lock, lights, 1 pump per group, Shimano single sided SPD pedals.

Extras on request:

Helmet

Rear rack

Waterproof Ortlieb back panniers

Saddle bag

SPD or flat pedals

Rent a Touring Bike in Sicily

Trek Dual Sport 2

With its front suspension and more upright position, this go-anywhere hybrid bike is the most comfortable option for riders who enjoy cycling on asphalt roads and even on easy dirt tracks.

Bike Specifications

Frame: Alpha Gold Aluminium, internal cable routing

Fork: SR Suntour NEX, hydraulic lockout, 63 mm travel

Shifters: Shimano Acera

Crank: Bontrager 48/38/28

Cassette: Shimano 8 speed (11-32)

Brakes: Hydraulic Tektro HD275

Pedals: Shimano M324 (SPD/Flat) 

Frame sizes: S – M – L – XL

Rental Rates

Min. rental duration: 3 days.

 

 

From 20 euro per day

Credit Card Deposit: 400 euro  Learn more

Accessories

Included: tire repair kit, spare tube, lock, lights, 1 pump per group, Shimano single sided SPD pedals, rear rack.

Extras on request:

Helmet

Waterproof Ortlieb back panniers

Flat pedals

Bike Rental in Sicily: Destinations

Rent a Bike in Palermo

If you’re staying in Sicily’s capital and looking for a fun and quick way to explore the city, then our city bikes are the best option for you. Our pick up point in Palermo is conveniently located close to the central railway station and the airport bus terminal. Rent a mountain bike or a gravel bike in Palermo for at least three days and we will deliver it to your hotel in Palermo’s historic centre for free or to the beach district Mondello for a small fee.

Rent a Bike in Catania

If you’re flying into Catania and plan to tour around Mount Etna and along the east coast of Sicily, then our bike hire with delivery to Catania is the best option for you. The east coast boasts many of Sicily’s highlights such as Taormina, the fishing villages of Aci Trezza and Aci Castello along the Cyclops Riviera. Choose a touring bike with all the necessary equipment and we will deliver it to your hotel or to Catania airport. Our bike rental in Catania is available on request. You can return your bike at our bike rental point in Palermo or we can pick it up from Catania or anywhere else in east Sicily. Note that you can carry your rental bike on the regional trains in Sicily for free – check the time table for the bike symbol!

Our bike rental in Catania includes trekking bikes, gravel bikes and road bikes from Trek and Specialized that are perfect for a bike tour in Sicily’s beautiful east. If you are planning a biking tour on the hills and mountains in east Sicily, then choose our lightweight mountain bikes. 

Rent a Bike in Agrigento

Explore the Valley of the Temples and the archeological sites in and around Agrigento. Cycle along the coast past the amazing white cliffs of the so called Turkish Steps Scala dei Turchi in Realmonte. Continue to the beautiful archaeological park of Selinunte and explore the Cave di Cusa, the ancient Greek quarry that was used to build the temple of Selinunte. Our bike hire service with delivery to Agrigento is the best option for your cycling holiday in Sicily’s south-west. The train connection between Agrigento and Palermo is the best option to return to Palermo with your bike in around two hours while enjoying the views on wonderful Mediterranean scenery.

Rent a Bike in Trapani

If you’re flying into Trapani and plan to explore Sicily’s west coast, then go for our bike rental in Sicily with delivery to Trapani or to Marsala. Choose a touring bike with all the necessary equipment and we will deliver it to your hotel or to Trapani airport. Our bike rental in Trapani and Marsala is available upon request. You can decide whether to return your bike at our partner bike shop in Palermo or we can come and pick it up from Trapani, Marsala or anywhere else in west Sicily. Our bike rental in Trapani includes Specialized Sequoia gravel bikes that are the ideal choice for a bike trip in west Sicily. If you are planning a biking tour on the hills and mountains around Erice or San Vito Lo Capo, then choose our lightweight mountain bikes. Our bike hire in Trapani includes Specialized Rockhopper Pro bikes with SPD/flat pedals that are an excellent option for bicycle tours in Sicily’s hilly areas.

Rent a Bike on the Magna Via Francigena

As part of our community-oriented and not-for-profit activities to promote bicycle tourism in Sicily (check out CiclabiliSiciliane.com), we mapped out the route for bike pilgrims on the Magna Via Francigena – both for mountain bikes and for trekking bikes. Of course, we tested our rental bikes on the trails and the roads along the Magna Via Francigena. And our bikes all did an excellent job! That’s what our riders say, too! The best bike hire option for the Magna Via Francigena trail is our Specialized Rockhopper Pro mountain bike if you choose the slightly tougher mountain bike route. Otherwise, pick our Specialized Sequoia for the trekking bike route – this is the best bike rental option for cycling the Magna Via Francigena and enjoying the road while collecting the stamps on your credential and exploring Sicily’s less known interior!

Bike Rental in Sicily: What You Need to Know

Can I rent a bike for a few hours or for a day?

We only offer multiple day rentals for our gravel, touring or mountain bikes. 

Do you deliver to the airport or to my hotel?

Yes, we do! Don’t forget to purchase the delivery when you book your bike. Delivery to hotels in Palermo is available for our touring/gravel and mountain bikes. The city bikes can be collected directly at our partner bike shop in the centre of Palermo. Deliveries to Catania Airport, Trapani Airport and Comiso Airport as well as to your holiday villa or hotel in Sicily are available, too.

Can I rent a bike for a few hours?

We only offer daily rental rates for our city bikes and multiple day rental for our gravel, touring or mountain bikes. This means that you’ll have to pay for the whole day even if you rent a city bike for a few hours. Shorter rentals are available on request for the gravel, touring or mountain bikes.

Can I collect a bike in Catania and drop it off in Palermo?

Yes, you can! We can deliver the bike to any place and collect it from any place in Sicily for an extra charge. Get in touch for a quote based on your pick-up and return location. Please note that some towns in city have car-free areas and some country roads may be too bumpy for our bike shuttle, but we deliver to the closests possible place to your accommodation.

What is the Credit Card Deposit?

The Credit Card Deposit is a credit card authorisation that will only be used to cover the repair costs in case of damages to the bicycle, damages or loss of bicycle parts or equipment and theft. 

How can I lodge the Credit Card Deposit?

You can lodge the security deposit via credit card (MasterCard or Visa) before you pick up the bike. The amount will be held on your card for the duration of the rental. You can lodge the security deposit via the PayPal gateway on our webshop. This will allow us to release the funds immediately after you return your bike provided that all is in order.

Can I use my own pedals (and saddle)?

If you prefer using your own pedals or your own saddle, please let us know in advance and we will mount them on our bike.

Can I have a bike with a rear (and front) rack? And panniers?

Most of our bike models can be equipped with a rear rack. Our Specialized Sequoia bikes can be equipped with a low rider, too. You can either bring your own panniers or rent our waterproof Ortlieb or Vaude panniers. 

Do you offer insurance?

We only offer health & luggage insurance for rentals included in a holiday package that you purchase with us. It is your responsibility to take out suitable insurance (accidents, liability) before you rent a bicycle.

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