8 days; June 28th - July 5th Cost: $3498.
Milan airport pickup & drop off
Terrain: Rolling/hilly with steep mountain passes
Mileage: 40-70 mi. per day options
Ability Levels: Strong Intermediate to Advanced (This trip is our most challenging vacation)
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Experience a spectacular cycling trip through the landscapes of Northern Italy's picturesque Alps, lake region and awesome Dolomiti Mountains. Choose your own comfortable pace as you challenge the most historic switchback climbs of the Giro d'Italia including the fearsome Marmolada, Passo Gavia and Passo di Stelvio! Ride in the shadows of jagged granite peak’s which are framed by meadows of wildflowers and waterfalls while enjoying charming villages, deluxe country inns and world-class Italian cuisine. This year’s route also includes a pre-trip option along Lago di Como with a finish at the shrine of cycling- the Madonna d’Ghisallo. A truly legendary trip!
Daily Itinerary
June 28th: Depart the USA for Italy.
June 29th: Welcome to Milan. Airport pickup and deluxe hotel check-in. Check out our local Italian pro bike shop before our "Welcome Reception & Group Dinner" at our favorite tattoria!
June 30th: We'll take a morning van transfer to Trentino. You'll start with a scenic road that's cut out on the edge of hillside vineyards on your way to charming mountain village of Predazzo. A side option includes taking on the steep, serpentine Passo di Manghen.
July 1st: Challenge one of the most beautiful routes in the world as you cycle over the majestic Passo Rolle and Passo Cereda! After lunch at the summit it's onto the lakeside village of Alleghe! The views from our Four-Star hotel are simply amazing! Tonight's group dinner will be enjoyed in our hotel's award-winning restaurant.
July 2nd: Today you'll cycle the unbelievable "Grande Strada delle Dolomiti" over Passo Falzarego, Gardena, Sella & Pordoi- all famous climbs of the Giro d'Italia! Enjoy lunch at the Passo Pordoi before a screaming descent back into Alleghe. Splurge on a relaxing massage at our hotel's spa before another delicious group dinner later tonight.
July 3rd:Shift into your granny-gear cause it's time to challenge the awesome Mormolada. The apple-strudel at the top is the best you'll ever taste! After lunch at the Passo Costalunga you'll experience a world-class screaming descent into lively Bolzano. After a dip in the pool it's time to explore the shops, outdoor cafes and restaurants on the quaint cobblestone streets.
July 4th: Today's ride is epic- the historic 48 switchback climb of Passo di Stelvio. One of the highest paved roads in Europe! You'll appreciate our deluxe 4-star hotel in the mountain hamlet of Bormio. Tonight's group dinner will offer choices of your favorite mountain specialties.
July 5th: Our last day takes on a Giro d'Italia classic- the fearsome Passo di Gavia! After a much deserved lunch we'll transfer back to our Milan airport hotel. Airport shuttles tonight or tomorrow. (Optional airport hotel night)
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