A Cycling Journey: Northern Italy From the Alps to Verona

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Unravel the enchanting story of Northern Italy as you cycle from the Alps to Verona, learning about Roman monuments, traditional vineyards, ancient villages and authentic cuisine.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I enjoy getting my heart going on my bike or on trails
    • Nothing beats the thrill of taking on a rewarding climb or ride on varied terrain with inclines
    • Let’s keep moving — occasional stops only, please

What's this trip about?

    Unravel the enchanting story of Northern Italy as you cycle from the Alps to Verona, learning about Roman monuments, traditional vineyards, ancient villages and authentic cuisine.

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Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CitySan Valentino alla Muta
End CityMantova

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Family Friendly
  • Cycling & Biking
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Birding
  • National Parks
  • Golf

Destinations

Activities

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 In Transit In Flight

Day 2 Arrive, Transfer to San Valentino, Bicycle Fitting San Valentino alla Muta

There will be no biking today which provides an opportunity to relax and rejuvenate after your international flight. Motorcoach time approximately 2 hours (80 miles / 130 kilometers). Walking approximately 0.5 miles (0.75 kilometers).

We proceed to San Valentino...

Day 3 Safety Lecture, Glorenza, Lasa Marble, Silandro Silandro

Biking distance is 24 miles (39 kilometers). Walking approximately 1 mile (1.5 kilometers).

After a hearty breakfast, join your group leader in the hotel conference room for a presentation on safety, rules of the road, and the IBT Corner System, the way in which...

Day 4 Laces, Naturno, San Procolo Chapel, Merano Merano

Biking distance is 24 miles (39 kilometers). Walking approximately 1 mile (1.5 kilometers).

The Val Venosta runs from Passo di Resia to Merano and has a special microclimate of dry and sunny days that is perfect for fruit cultivation. Our route takes us through ...

Day 5 Merano Walking Tour, Bolzano Bolzano

Biking distance is 23 miles (37 kilometers). Walking approximately 1 mile (1.5 kilometers), standing for up to 2 hours on uneven terrain, stairs, and cobblestones.

We’ll trade our cycling shoes for walking shoes this morning for a guided walking introduction to ...

Day 6 South Tyrol Archaeology Museum, Free Time, Bolzano Bolzano

There will be no biking today to allow for our visit of Bolzano. Walking approximately 1 mile (1.5 kilometers), standing for up to 2 hours on uneven terrain, stairs, and cobblestones.

Discover the artistic and cultural treasures of Bolzano with a local historian...

Day 7 Mezzocorona Winery, Trento Trento

Biking distance is 43 miles (69 kilometers). Walking approximately 0.5 miles (0.75 kilometers).

We leave the German-speaking region of Southern Tyrol behind to enter the land of medieval castles, manor houses, orchards, and vineyards. Wine is king in this area a...

Day 8 Trento Historical Walk, Trento Free Time Trento

There will be no biking today to allow for our visit of Trento. Walking approximately 1 mile (1.5 kilometers), standing for up to 2 hours on uneven terrain, stairs, and cobblestones.

Explore Trento, whose Duomo was once the meeting ground for the Council of Tren...

Day 9 Nomi, Loppio, Torbole Torbole sul Garda

Biking distance is 34 miles (55 kilometers). Walking approximately 1 mile (1.5 kilometers).

We mount our bikes and follow the bicycle path along the Adige River to Rovereto, whose surrounding mountains were heavily fought over during World War I. A former railwa...

Day 10 Lake Garda Ferry, Sirmione, Peschiera del Garda Free Time Peschiera

Ferry transit time approximately 3.5 hours. Biking distance is 7 miles (11 kilometers). Walking approximately 0.5 miles (0.75 kilometers).

Start the day with a ferry transfer on Lake Garda from Torbole to Sirmione, which affords a unique perspective of the resor...

Day 11 Borghetto, Mantova Free Time, Farewell Dinner Mantova

Biking distance is 23 miles (50 kilometers). Walking approximately 0.5 miles (0.75 kilometers).

Our last day of cycling will be on the level towpath along the Mincio River, which is Lake Garda's only outgoing stream flow. We'll explore the unique hamlet of Borgh...

Day 12 Program Concludes, Departures In Flight

Hotel check-out time is 11:00 a.m. See your program’s travel details regarding transfers. Transfer from the hotel to the airport is approximately 45 minutes (28 miles / 45 kilometers).

Morning transfer to Verona Villafranca Airport for departures. If you are ret...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,699
Price per day$308
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 10
  • Number of Dinner: 10
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