Cycling in the Prosecco Hills, Italy

7 Days, Multiple Departures

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Cycling in the Prosecco Hills, Italy
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Experience iconic climbs of the Giro d’Italia, including Passo San Boldo and Monte Grappa, visit the beautiful Lago di San Croce and ride through picturesque terraced vineyards.

Taste fabulous local food & indulge in a glass or two of Prosecco as the sun sets. Discover historic villages, stay in stunning 4* luxury hotels and finsh the tour in the historic city of Treviso, the ‘Little Venice’ of Italy.

This is a region that is just beginning to be discovered and needs to be explored before the rest of the world catches on. Expect fabulous riding, delicious Italian food and drink, a deep passion for cycling and lashing of history & culture.

Tour highlights

Discover the protected UNESCO Prosecco hills

Stay in Treviso, the 'Little Venice' of the region & home to Pinarello

Climb the iconic Giro d'Italia climb, the Passo San Boldo

Visit the buzzing town of Bassano del Grappa, home to Basso, Wilier & a cool cycling community

Amazing local food & Prosecco!

Climb the Monte Grappa, a Giro d'Italia classic

Visit Lago di Santa Croce, a stunning lake nestled in the hills

Duration: 7 days

Distance: 362 km

Region: Italy

Terrain: Road

Level: Intermediate

Average distance x day: 69 km

Average time x day: 3 hours 30 minutes

Full Support

Enjoy small group sizes and professional, personal support all week from your guides & support vehicle.

We work with an industry leading guide to guest ratio – expect up to 4 guests per guide on the trip with guides leading the way on the road and a support vehicle close by at all times. Note that for groups of 4 riders or less this tour is run as a guided trip without the support vehicle.

The ride support vehicle is stocked with natural ride nutrition, electrolytes and water, as well as a full set of tools to resolve any mechanicals. On selected days the support crew will serve a delicious picnic lunch in a scenic location en route. Enjoy local foods chosen to keep you feeling energized and healthy.

Our guides are experienced riders from all walks of life united by a love of cycling who’ll help to keep the group safe, motivated and savoring the trip of a lifetime.

All guests will receive access to our digital Road Book and routes, giving everyone the flexibility to ride at their own pace.

Is this tour for me?

Intermediate

Rated 2 out of 4 our Intermediate tours are designed for sporty people who are looking to enjoy some more challenging rides. E-bikes are available on all of our tours.

About

Cycling: Full support

Accommodation: 4* hotels

Food:  Full board - breakfast, lunches & 5 evening meals

Arrival transfer from Venice train station to the start point of the tour

Airfare

Fly to Venice or Treviso Airport

We recommend you bring your own bike.

"The whole team was great. Nothing was too much trouble, our itinerary was spot on and was tweaked on the fly according to our wishes and how the group was traveling. Can't recommend them enough, with a special shout out to Peter who was with us for the entire time and really made the trip something special."

- Mark, Australia

"Awesome service, we rented 2 Kona’s to ride the Vies Verde to Olot, the staff in the the rental shop was top notch. I’ve been a competitive cyclist for 30 years and I’ve seen a lot, these guys are number 1 in my book! Already looking forward to a longer stay in Girona."

- Brian, Canada

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About The Host
Mario

Mario

During the past 10 years, Mario has lived in different countries, but now he's back home in Conegliano to ride every steep hill in the area! Despite his focus on road cycling, he's had some amazing moments with his beloved steel gravel bike! Mario has been a member of the team since 2019 and couldn't be happier! He looks forward to seeing you on the road soon!

Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Italy!

Meet at Venice train station for your transfer to Castel Brando an enjoy a warm welcome from your guides! We'll spend the afternoon getting your bikes set up and head out on our first ride, a loop ride though the Prosecco Hills and its hilltop villages. In the evening join the group for an aperitivo on the terrace before enjoying our first meal together with a spectacular view!

Eat: Welcome lunch | Evening meal

Sleep: Hotel

Cycle: Warm-up ride 30 kms 360m

Day 2 Passo San Boldo and The Lago Di Santa Croce

Today begins with the Passo San Boldo, a beautiful climb known for its tunnels, switchbacks and appearances in the Giro d'Italia. The climb is 6 kms with a stiff average gradient of 7.7%. Find your own rhythm, sit back and enjoy the views unfolding beneath you. Regroup at the top and prepare for your reward - a long descent to the Piave river valley. Our route takes us north east along the valley before heading south to ride along the banks of the Lago de Santa Croci. After the town of Santa Croce the road heads downhill once again, to our resting place back at the hotel.

Eat: Breakfast. Picnic lunch. Evening meal

Sleep: Hotel

Cycle: Passo San Boldo, 75 kms 1150 m

Day 3 Conegliano and the Prosecco Hills

Today we ride a stunning loop to through the UNESCO Prosecco Hills and visit the town of Conegliano for lunch. In the afternoon enjoy the chance to taste local Prosecco's and learn about the history of Prosecco making in the region.

Eat: Breakfast. Lunch in Conegliano. Evening meal.

Sleep: Hotel

Cycle: Conegliano Loop 65 kms 700 m

Day 4 Ride Point to Point to Asolo

Our first point to point is a relaxed ride through hilltop villages and the heart of the prosecco making region to the stunning village of Asolo, and our resting place for the next two nights. We'll enjoy a relaxed lunch on arrival and guests are free to relax all afternoon, take advantage of the hotel facilities or wonder the cobbled streets of Asolo.

Eat: Breakfast. Lunch in Asolo. Evening meal

Sleep: Hotel

Cycle: Castel Brando to Asolo 42 kms 500 m

Day 5 Monte Grappa and bassano Del Grappa

Another Giro d'Italia classic climb beckons! Ride from our hotel to the base of Monte Grappa in Bassano del Grappa. We'll stop here to enjoy an espresso and prepare for the ascent ahead. The climb stretches a mighty 19 kms and reaches an altitude of 1,700 m - the highest point of our tour. We'll regroup at the top and enjoy a picnic lunch with an incredible view. With the toughest riding done enjoy a fabulous descent down the northern slopes all the way to the base of the short climb back up to our hotel in Asolo. In the evening take a short shuttle to Basso del Grappa to enjoy an evening in the best traditional restaurant in town. A taste of the local grappa is an essential digestif. Saluti!

Eat: Breakfast. Picnic lunch. Evening meal in Bassano del Grappa

Sleep: Hotel

Cycle: Monte Grappa loop ride, 73 kms 1950 m

Day 6 Ride Point to Point from Asolo to Treviso

For our grand finale of the trip we hug the banks of the River Piave to ride to Treviso, the first city of the Venitian region founded back in 49 BC. We ride small roads all the way into the heart of the city. In the evening we celebrate in style in the city centre of Treviso.

Eat: Breakfast. Picnic lunch. Evening meal

Sleep: Hotel

Cycle: Asolo to Treviso, 77 kms 600 m

Day 7 Departures from Treviso

Sadly, it's time to say goodbye! Plan your onward travel from Treviso. We can arrange private transfers for you on request.

Eat: Breakfast

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Things to keep in mind

More than 90 days - No Cancellation Fee 

61 – 90 Days - 50% of Tour Price

31 – 60 days - 75% of Tour Price

0 – 30 days - 100% of Tour Price

The parties agree to this combined travel contract, which is subject to the following PARTICULAR CONDITIONS.

TOUR NAME. As established in the Trip Notes, sent to the guest.

DATE OF TOUR. As established in the Trip Notes, sent to the guest.

PRICE. As established in the Trip Notes.

PLACE OF DEPARTURE AND RETURN. As established in the Trip Notes.

PLACE, METHOD, AND CALENDAR OF PAYMENT. As established in the Trip Notes

SCHEDULE. As established in the Trip Notes.

ITINERARY AND PREVIOUS SERVICES. As established in the Trip Notes and supplemented with the documentation that will be delivered to the guest before departure in the Tour Itinerary.

ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEANS OF TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED, CATEGORY, CHARACTERISTICS, AND SITUATION. As established in the Trip Notes. The guest expressly acknowledges being informed of this, giving his/her agreement to the categories, characteristics, and situation of the hotels and means of transport that will be used in the contracted trip. Hotels may vary depending on their occupancy.

MINIMUM NUMBER OF PEOPLE. The completion of this trip requires the minimum number of people that the Trip Notes expressly indicate (if a minimum is not required, this clause is not applicable). The Agency may cancel the trip if a minimum number of people is required and this minimum is not reached. See Trip Notes for the specific conditions of your tour.

EXECUTION OF THE TOUR. The Agency is responsible for the correct execution of all travel services included in the contract (by article 161 of Bill no. RD 1/2007). The Agency shall provide adequate assistance without undue delay to the traveler in need of assistance. The Agency may invoice a reasonable surcharge for such assistance if the need for assistance has been caused intentionally or due to the negligence of the guest. Said surcharge will in no case exceed the actual costs incurred by the Agency. The guest must inform the Agency without undue delay of any lack of compliance observed during the execution of a travel service included in the contract.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR FOREIGN GUESTS. Visas, passports, fees, and other necessary documentation may be required, as established in the Trip Notes.

INSURANCE

Assistance Insurance. The contracted trip includes the option to obtain travel assistance

Cancellation Insurance. The consumer declares that he/she has been informed by the Agency of the possibility of contracting insurance, paid by the guest, which covers the costs of cancellation and to have assistance covering the cost of repatriation or transfer to the place of origin, in case of accident, illness or death as well as other eventualities.

Insurance in case of insolvency. The purpose of the insurance is to respond to the fulfillment of the obligations arising from the provision of services to the contractors of a combined trip and, especially, to the reimbursement of the funds deposited in the event of insolvency or bankruptcy of the Agency. By European, Spanish, and Catalan legislation, The host has contracted insurance with the following company:

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