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Feel the adrenalin and take up the challenge of this classic road cycling tour of the majestic Italian Alps.

Experience mountain climbs international cyclists live to race on — the world famous Stelvio, Grandondo de Pinarello, and Passo de Gardina, to name just a few.

As well as the Dolomites, you'll see Venice with its gondolas and bridges, charming towns like Treviso and Belluno, art, museums, and architecture. There's also time to enjoy local wines and cuisine, pizza and gelati.

Treviso to Livigno

Treviso Airport
  • Road cycling
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  • Tour price subject to minimum numbers
  • EUR360 single room surcharge
  • This tour is invoiced in EUR
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Italy Fitness and Preparation

This tour suits riders of different levels, though good fitness is required. We also welcome non-riding partners. While each day offers long climbs, the support vehicle is there for those not wishing to take part.

However, if you choose to go hard, some climbs are among the hardest possible. The altitudes are high, the adrenaline extreme, and the rewards out of this world.

You'll stay each night in carefully chosen 2, 3 and 4 star hotels and lodges.

You'll stay each night in carefully chosen 2 to 4 star hotels and lodges.

Moderate Tours

Moderate tours have an expectation that you have an interest and regularly participate in the activities. Routes chosen will require a reasonable level of fitness and experience on different terrains. Moderate tours are suitable for increasing your activities and pushing yourself to new limits.

Fitness required

An average level of fitness is required, you will need to be doing some form of exercise three-four times a week leading up to this tour.

Full Itinerary

DAY 1

Arrival Day: Treviso

No cycling

Arrive in Venice (Marco Polo or Treviso Airport) then tranfser to Treviso (we can arrange this on your behalf). Please join our tour party by 2 pm. We'll start with a short ride around town. Treviso must be one of the most overlooked towns in Italy, overshadowed by its famous neighbour, Venice. Having escaped the hordes of tourists, it retains an authentic charm. Dissected by canals and the Adige River, and encircled by medieval town walls, it's an enchanting place to unwind. The Pinarello bike manufacturers' headquarters are in Trevino (as are Benetton's and De Longhi's).

Meals: Dinner

DAY 2

Treviso to Belluno

Cycling: 80–120 km (4–7 hrs riding), Elevation 694 m

Today we cycle part of the Granfondo Pinarello including the Passo di San Baldo (694 m) at the foothills of the Dolomites. We ride through small villages and vineyards to the unusually charming city of Belluno, protected by the Dolomites, and with its own microclimate. Its fortified towers were an early warning system against threats to the old Republic of Venice. Today, Belluno is a clean, friendly city with hidden romantic corners, good restaurants, and an exciting corso (walkway). Highlights include the church of St Steven (1486), the Rettori palace (1491) and the City Hall.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3

Belluno to Toblach

Cycling: 90 km, 5–6 hours riding

Today's riding highlight is the 'Tre Cime di Lavaredo' (German: 'Drie Zinnen') — the 3 pillars symbolic of the Dolomites. As we climb higher into a limestone landscape, the roads is flanked by forest until we emerge in the ski resort town of Cortina d'Ampezzo. We cycle via the Passo di Mont Croce di Comelico (German:'Kreuzbergsattel', 1636 m) to mainly German-speaking Toblach (Italian: Dobbiaco) on the Austrian border. There are superbs view of Tre Cime di Lavaredo, rising to 2999 m. Toblach, a favourite of Gustav Mahler, is now a major resort and spa town.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4

Toblach to Corvara

Cycling: 90 km, 5–6 hours riding

This morning we leave the lovely Hochpustetal area and ride into the impressive Sella Massif. Today's passes have been ridden many times in the famous Giro d'Italia (Tour of Italy). We climb over Passo Tre Croci (1809 m), Passo Falzarego (2105 m) and Passo Campolongo (1675 m) before rolling into Corvara and Kolfuschg village, the highest inhabited area. Corvara is the main centre of Alta Badia, a prestigious tourist area at the top end of the Val Badia valley. Most locals speak the Dolomites' Ladin language.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5

Corvara to Bolzano

Cycling: 80 km, 5–6 hours riding

From Kolfuschg we roll to Corvara, tackle numerous passes including Passo di Gardena (2121 m), and then pass busy Carazei. Our last climb is Passo di Costalunga (1742 m), with views of Rosengarten's rosy peaks. Then, a long descent down a red gorge called 'Mother Nature's sore throat'. We follow narrow Val d'Ega through a forested valley. Next, the historic centre of Bolzano, with its split German/Italian personality, and ample options for a cappuccino or gelato. We visit the Messner Mountain Museum, designed by extreme climber Reinhold Messner as a mecca for climbers worldwide.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6

Bolzano to Prado

Cycling: 120 km, 7–8 hours riding

Today we ride through the Stelvio National Park, one of the largest in Europe. The Ortles-Cevedale range rises almost 4000 m, with giant glaciers and towering sheer rock faces. Our tour takes you to the heart of this mountainous world, to crystal-clear glacier lakes and mountain streams. In the morning we climb into vineyards above Bolzano to the top of Passo Mendola (1363 m), with a short descent then another climb, over Passo delle Palade (1518 m). All afternoon we follow the river Adige (Etsch) until we arrive in Prado at the foot of Passo dello Stelvio to stay the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 7

Prado to Livigno

Cycling: 85 km, 5–7 hours riding

Today: the unique opportunity to conquer the legendary Passo dello Stelvio (German: Stilfser Joch) at 2760 m. It involves overcoming an altitude difference of 1869 m, and 48 hairpin bends. This is truly one of the top cycling passes in the world — many say it is the best! The village of Livigno could be described as the capital of Italian cycling. In summer, visitors from around the world come to ride the immense road and trail network for both road and mountain bikers. These roads climb to 3100 m under the Stelvio peaks down to 350 m above sea level.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 8

Departure Day: Livigno

No cycling

Your tour ends today. You could say 'ciao' and transfer to Tirano's train station, or stay in Livigno for more adventure. This alpine village with traditional wooden buildings borders Switzerland, and is neighbour to the resorts of St.Moritz, Poschiavo and Bormio. The area is an alpine sports playground, and home to Giro D' Italia (Italy's answer to the Tour De France).

Meals: Breakfast

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Tour Inclusions and Exclusions:

Tour Includes:

  • 7 nights in 2-4 star hotels (based on twin share)
  • All meals as indicated in itinerary (lunches are picnic style)
  • Arrival transfer from Venice to Treviso on Day 1
  • 9-seater Backup vehicle & gear trailer
  • 2 experienced tour guides
  • Reinhold Messner Castle visit & entry fee
  • One Wine Tasting
  • Italy Tour Riding Jersey

Tour Excludes:

  • Drinks & personal snack bars (e.g. Power Bar, etc.)
  • Travel insurance
  • Laundry
  • Passport or travel visa requirements
  • Bike rental is not available for this tour

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