Liguria and Monte Carlo Magnifica

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On this Magnifica cycling program we’re going off the beaten path, and for good reason.  Between Cinque Terre and Portofino (east) and the French border (west), lies a thin, narrow, arch-shaped region that has the potential to become an adventure traveler’s favorite Italian destination. Liguria has an outdoor soul.   Aside from Cinque Terre, Liguria is no...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Relax by the stunning beaches of Finale and Laigueglia
    • Shopping in the Budello (tiny inner street), typical of the villages of the Ligurian Riviera
    • Ride the coastal bike path from San Lorenzo to Sanremo
    • Quench your thirst after a ride with delicious micro-brewed beers
    • Discover Finale Ligure, Riviera’s outdoor capital and multifaceted medieval town
    • Indulge in the thermal waters of Pigna
    • Gran finale in Monaco
    • Italy, the French Riviera, and Monaco in one tour
    • Climb Col Madone and ride Milano - Sanremo final miles
    • Two-night stay in luxurious Monte Carlo

What's this trip about?

    On this Magnifica cycling program we’re going off the beaten path, and for good reason.  Between Cinque Terre and Portofino (east) and the French border (west), lies a thin, narrow, arch-shaped region that has the potential to become an adventure traveler’s favorite Italian destination. Liguria has an outdoor soul.   Aside from Cinque Terre, Liguria is not well known.  The region has one of the highest population densities in the country and most people live in the coastal areas. While it is easy to think of Liguria as solely a coastal region, the territory has the Alpine mountain range just a few miles inland with several peaks over 5,000ft.  When you Google Liguria you get overwhelmed with results for Cinque Terre. And while Cinque Terre is a hiking paradise, western Liguria is known in Italy as a great destination for cyclists thanks to its beautiful windy roads, stunning views, and mild weather.

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityFinale Ligure
End CityMonte Carlo

Travel Themes

  • Cycling & Biking
  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Cycling
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • Photography

Trip includes

    • Bikes equipped with Garmin GPS (choice Bianchi road carbon or hybrid; Ebike for an extra charge)
    • Two professional tour guides throughout the program
    • All accommodations
    • All breakfasts, all lunches and all dinners
    • Wine and beer with meals, coffee, cappuccino, and gelato stops
    • Support vehicle during the tour and luggage transfer
    • Shuttle at the beginning and at the end of the tour
    • All activities mentioned in the day-by-day description

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1

Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: San Pietro Palace

Where: Finale Ligure

Terrain: Hilly

Ride: 15 mi or 24 km

You will be picked up at the airport and transported to Finale Ligure, a town with white sand beaches and lush mountain...

Day 2

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel Splendid

Where: Laigueglia

Terrain: Hilly

Ride: 52/60 mi or 84/97 km

Today’s ride gains elevation via a steady climb up the Melogno Pass.  This landmark is a fortification datin...

Day 3

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Albergo Diffuso Relais del Maro

Where: Borgomaro

Terrain: Hilly

Ride: 36/51 mi or 57/82 km

Today we head away from the coast and switch locations by cycling into the valleys and ridge...

Day 4

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Villa Sylva (alternative Nazionale Best Western)

Where: San Remo

Terrain: Hilly

Ride: 45 mi or 72 km

Feel like one of the pros taking part in the Milano-Sanremo, one of the oldest (si...

Day 5

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Grande Hotel Terme - Pigna

Where: Pigna

Terrain: Hilly

Ride: 36 mi or 58 km

Today’s ride has three possible lengths with different elevation gains.  You can decide with your guides wh...

Day 6

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Monte Carlo Bay Resort

Where: Monte Carlo

Terrain: Hilly

Ride: 50 mi or 80 km

It’s time to cross the border into France and to eventually enter the tiny country of Monaco, where we wi...

Day 7

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Monte Carlo Bay Resort

Where: Col de la Madone

Terrain: Hilly

Ride: 38 mi or 61 km

On our last ride  we tackle Col de la Madone. This climb is used by many pro riders living in the Fr...

Day 8

Meals: Breakfast

Where: Monte Carlo

This morning we say good by, au revoir, and arrivederci. A group transfer will be arranged this morning to the Nice airport.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $4,650
Price per day$581
Last Updated: 7/16/2018

  • Private room surcharge is USD 775

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Dec 2019

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Joan H.

Dec 2019

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Tour route was awesome.

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Adrienne C.

Oct 2019

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I really enjoyed the tour.

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Logistics

Accommodation

  • San Pietro Palace
  • Hotel Splendid
  • Albergo Diffuso Relais del Maro
  • Villa Sylva (alternative Nazionale Best Western)
  • Grande Hotel Terme – Pigna
  • Monte Carlo Bay Resort
  • Monte Carlo Bay Resort
Cancellation policy

If you must cancel your reservation, the fees for doing so are as follows.

Days Prior to Departure Cancellation Fees:

 

  • 91+ Days: Admin fee – 250 USD
  • 61-90 Days: Tour deposit
  • 31-60 Days:  50% of tour price
  • 0-30 Days: 100% of tour price

For reservations canceled with at least 91 days advance notice, we will apply your cancellation penalties to a future reservation, no questions asked. This credit will never expire. No penalties for name changes.

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Meals Included

7 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches and 7 Dinners

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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