The Italian Alps & Sud Tyrol
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The Italian Alps & Sud Tyrol
A Leisurely Spin through the Alps to Lake Garda
Highlights
- Stunning alpine cycling in the Venosta Valley and hiking on the Renon Plateau
- Discover the delicious mountain cuisine and the local beers and wines
- Explore Bolzano and Trento and some of the best gelato in Italy
- Overnights in elegant mountain lodges and historical hotels
- Quiet routes along “Ciclopista del Sole” bike path
- Discover the northern part of Lake Garda, with its bustling cycling & surfing atmosphere
Description
Italian and German cultures blend on a spectacular roll along the Adige River and the western Dolomites. Cyclists of all abilities will enjoy this scenically diverse tour that also features a spin along the famous Strada del Vino, stops in tiny villages, winetastings and a downhill cruise to the northernmost of Lake Garda, famous for its climate suitable for cyclists and windsurfers.
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Price
$4,395
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Single Supplement
$800
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Ability Level
Easy
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Terrain
Mostly flat, some hills
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Distance
Total Mileage: 188 Daily Average: 27
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Departing
Riva del Garda
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Arriving
Glorenza
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Bike Rental
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Dates
- June 23, 2012
- July 6, 2012
- July 21, 2012
- August 11, 2012
- September 7, 2012
- September 18, 2012
Day 1–2: Glorenza, the higher Venosta Valley and Lake Resia
Day 1: In Bolzano, board a group shuttle to our mountain hotel. Then, join our warm-up ride to the open fields below Ortles Mountain.
Day 2: Explore the picturesque eastern shore of Lake Resia. ). Then, off to Nauders in Austria for lunch! We come back the same easy way, along the opposite shore.
Day 3: Rablà and the mid Venosta Valley
With high mountains and ancient castles watching over us, we ride in the valley along the Adige River in a magic alpine atmosphere. Most of the itinerary is on country roads, often closed to traffic, winding through apple orchards, pastures and forests.
Day 4–5: Bolzano and hike on the Renon Plateau
Day 4: Follow the Adige River back to Bolzano, a charming town rich with medieval architecture. We'll pass through many small villages along the way.
Day 5: Today is sure to be unforgettable. We take a cable car from Bolzano to reach the Renon Plateau, which we then traverse through wide fields and splendid forests. We'll picnic in the company of beautiful Avelignesi horses and... Tibetan llamas. In the afternoon, we'll visit Otzi, the 5600 year old mummy, now housed in an Archaeological Museum. Cap off this wonderful day with our first winetasting!
Day 6: Trento
Ride past vineyards, orchards, rivers and the lovely Lake Caldaro on the Ciclopista del Sole (meaning "bike path of the sun"). We'll then enter Trento, an ancient Roman city.
Day 7–8: Riva del Garda & the Sarca Valley
Day 7: Pedal along the Adige River through a sea of vineyards, to Italy's Lake District. We'll stop in culturally diverse Rovereto, built around a Venetian castle.
Day 8, ride on back roads to Arco and the Sarca River Valley - Italian paradise for outdoor sports and activities. Enjoy a local lunch and wine tasting and learn about the "slow food" products at a renowned Pedrotti restaurant.
Day 9: Arrivederci!
We bid you a fond farewell and shuttle you to the Rovereto train station. Why not spend a couple of days in the fair city of Verona, or head to Venezia for complete sensory immersion?
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Related Testimonials
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Emerette A., Boise ID had this to say about Italian Alps & Sud Tyrol:
Beautiful country – The bike paths were perfect for seeing the mountains and valleys. -
Lisa K., Arlington VA had this to say about Italian Alps & Sud Tyrol:
We are very happy to find a beginner level tour with such beautiful scenery. Andrea is a terrific guide and a delightful person in many ways, as is Federica. We hope to see them both again on future trips. -
Joe P., Pleasanton CA had this to say about Italian Alps & Sud Tyrol:
This trip so exceeded my expectations in every way imaginable! -
Susan C., San Francisco, CA had this to say about Sud Tyrol:
I appreciate having natives and Italian speakers guiding us. These guys are TREASURES. -
Betsy S., Winchester, MA had this to say about Sud Tyrol:
The scenery was spectacular and the bike paths fantastic. -
Jeremy W., New York, NY had this to say about Sud Tyrol:
CC shared with us their passion for Italy, which made this a great part of our honeymoon!
