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Monreale e Piana degli Albanesi : Bike & Cannoli
(6) Reviews
Palermo
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Minimum age is 14 years
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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An experience in the territories of Albanian language and culture in Sicily
In the province of Palermo there are 5 towns of Albanian origin and culture that boast a large community of more than 50,000 people. The word Arbëreshë defines the Albanian ethno-linguistic minority historically settled in southern and insular Italy. Coming from Albania and the many Albanian communities of Morea and Ciamuria, the communities settled in Italy between the fifteenth and the eighteenth centuries, after the death of the Albanian national hero Giorgio Castriota Scanderbeg. Also, the progressive conquest of Albania and of all the territories of the Byzantine Empire by the Turks-Ottomans, lead them to emigr...
Highlights
0 minute
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
0 minute
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Cannolo Tasting
Local guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Use of bicycle
Snacks
Use of helmet
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Drinks
Lunch (possible with an extra)
Meeting Points
Departure
Via Onorato, 1
via onorato 8a
Return
Monreale e Piana degli Albanesi : Bike & Cannoli
(6) Reviews
Palermo
About
An experience in the territories of Albanian language and culture in Sicily
In the province of Palermo there are 5 towns of Albanian origin and culture that boast a large community of more than 50,000 people. The word Arbëreshë defines the Albanian ethno-linguistic minority historically settled in southern and insular Italy. Coming from Albania and the many Albanian communities of Morea and Ciamuria, the communities settled in Italy between the fifteenth and the eighteenth centuries, after the death of the Albanian national hero Giorgio Castriota Scanderbeg. Also, the progressive conquest of Albania and of all the territories of the Byzantine Empire by the Turks-Ottomans, lead them to emigr...
Highlights
0 minute
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
0 minute
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Cannolo Tasting
Local guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Use of bicycle
Snacks
Use of helmet
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Drinks
Lunch (possible with an extra)
Meeting Points
Departure
Via Onorato, 1
via onorato 8a
Return
Itinerary
On a full-day excursion, we will discover of the most representative municipality of the community, the town of Piana degli Albanesi, also famous for its "cannoli", the typical Sicilian sweets filled with ricotta cheese. The itinerary includes the visit of Monreale, famous for the cathedral with its precious gold mosaics and, then, thanks to a suggestive ride along the route of an old disused railway, the rise up to Santa Cristina Gela to reach the Lake of Piana, an area of naturalistic value entrusted to WWF Italy. After reaching the town of Piana degli Albanesi, you will have the opportunity to visit the Byzantine churches and the characteristic local craft workshops, to later begin the lo...
