Fire-breathing volcanoes, picturesque vineyards, sun-drenched beaches, spectacular Baroque architecture - Sicily is the perfect location for no. V.
Welcome to our Challenge Series
The highlight of the trip - conquering Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano and an iconic climb summited many times in the Giro d'Italia. With its rugged terrain, hairpin turns, and the rewarding panoramic views from the summit, it's going to be epic.
No. 5 in our not-to-be-missed Challenge Series, this trip includes luxury accommodation in our Njinga private villa, delicious local cuisine, and plenty of opportunities to relax and unwind by the pool.
"There are many cycling operations around, but Njinga Cycling truly want their clients to have a great time. Their attention to detail is second to none, this is why they are so different!"
"Leigh and Togo, you both provided a wonderful break full of great cycling, great food and great fun. What an amazing team of two you are! We will return soon."
Kay & Patrick Keenan
"I loved it! Tough and challenging but so, so rewarding and great team spirit. Togo’s enthusiasm and encouragement pushed me to reach levels I didn’t think I could. Leigh’s cooking was sublime. An altogether enjoyable and rewarding experience. I will definitely be booking again!"
"Leigh's selection of food and kitchen atmosphere in the evening was just unforgettable." Daria Baranik
It exceeded all my expectations! Although the rides were challenging, everyone was really friendly, the atmosphere was relaxed and we had plenty of time for coffee and cake stops! The villa was great and the food was really delicious.
"I made the best decision, from the minute I got off the plane the people were lovely and the atmosphere was so welcoming from everyone. The rides were hard but fun. And I felt I accomplished what I’d set out to do. The support by the ride captains was spot on."
"Unlike many commercial cycling operators, the Njinga crew really make you feel like part of the family, which makes for a very relaxed time off the bike."
Simon Hathaway
"It exceeded all my expectations! Although the rides were challenging, everyone was really friendly, the atmosphere was relaxed and we had plenty of time for coffee and cake stops! The villa was great and the food was really delicious."
BOOKING TERMS:
£925 pp sharing SOLD OUT£1135 single occupancy SOLD OUT
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What is included:
* Academy Discount
- You must be an Academy member for minimum 3 months to qualify for the discount. (To get your discount code, visit the Benefits page of the membership).
- Excludes members who are on a trial membership as part of a 4 or 8 week group training programme.
4 x nights accommodation based on 2 sharing
4 x nutritionally enhanced buffet breakfasts each morning to provide energy for the day
4 x dinners served family style taking in the delicious local cuisine
4 x post ride protein recovery smoothies (high quality, natural, gluten, dairy and soy free)
Poolside Gin & Tonics each evening as the sun sets
British cycling coach support (highly experienced, endurance cyclist)
Post ride stretching by PT and cycling coach
Guided by expert Njinga ride captain navigating and setting the pace of the peloton
GPX files of routes
Full itinerary provided
Cost of flights and transfers from the airport
Personal and bike insurance (ESSENTIAL WITH COVID)
Additional alcohol
Lunch/coffee stops along the route each day
Any mechanical spare parts
Special dietary requirement cost is additional. Please contact us for pricing.
Cost to bring a non riding partner (contact us for additional costs)
Yes, there will be a ride Captain/coach leading the ride each day at a min 23 kph pace. Depending on the group's ability, stronger riders can start slightly later each day or ride ahead to the coffee stop if needed. Everyone will receive all the route GPX files prior to departure.
Yes, travel insurance is a must, particularly with all the Covid uncertainty. We will do our best to ensure the trip goes ahead as planned but please see our Covid specific policy below.
If the trip is affected by any changes implemented by the government in either the UK or Italy we will do the following:
- If we are unable to travel on the specified dates due to new travel restrictions put in place, we will offer you a credit towards another trip later in the year.
- If you test positive for Covid prior to departure and are no longer able to travel, we will do our best to try and accommodate you on a future trip but we are a small business and unfortunately can not absorb the cost for any changes out of our control. We shall have no liability to you for any refunds, compensation, losses, costs, expenses or damages you incur. These are risks which you must protect through obtaining comprehensive travel insurance which includes cover against any COVID-19 issues or incidents which may affect your booking.
- We are not responsible for any flights or other relevant expenses you may be liable for in the event of having to cancel so strongly recommend you take out travel insurance as suggested above.
If there is any other reason the trip has to be cancelled which is out of our control, we will transfer your payment onto another trip running later in the year. If it is due to our own decision, we will refund you the full amount already paid.
In both instances we are not responsible for any flights or other relevant expenses you may be liable for in the event of having to cancel so strongly recommend you take out travel insurance as suggested above.
If you are no longer able to make the trip and need to cancel, you have the following options:
2 months or more from date of departure - you lose your £300 deposit only
0-2 months from date of departure and you have already paid the full balance, 0% refund
If however you are able to find a replacement rider, there will be a £30 charge to transfer the booking into someone else’s name provided you find someone and they pay the full amount owed.
As there are multiple back to back days of riding with a fair amount of climbing, we recommend you are comfortable maintaining a speed of 23kph for 80-150km