Trans Dolomites Cycling Challenge

8 Days, Multiple Departures

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Trans Dolomites Cycling Challenge
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This is an extraordinary tour for the cyclist who loves to challenge themselves. Three of the seven nights are point to point and in Colfosco and Bormio, we stay two nights at each hotel. This gives riders a chance to take a rest day if needed and to explore the respective villages a little bit more.

The tour offers excellent hotels, most of which include massage and spa services that can be booked as an addition to the tour. Each hotel offers something special about it’s region and are well equipped to take care of cyclists.

Dine out each evening at local restaurants and at your hotel on the more challenging ride days. For lunch, there will either be a time-efficient picnic set up with plenty of carbs and fuel to keep the legs pedalling. On quieter days or in case of poor weather, cafe alternatives will be used. Breakfast is provided each morning at the hotel.

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CYCLING

full-support

ACCOMMODATION

4* hotel

FOOD

Full-board - breakfast, lunch & evening meals

TRANSFERS

optional

BIKE RENTAL

optional

ACCOMMODATION

La Perla

The 4-star Hotel La Perla offers a complete wellness center and a restaurant serving a varied breakfast and Friuli specialties. The property is in Ravascletto, 28 km from the Austrian border

Hotel Villa Alpina

Stay in the heart of the buzzing ski town of Cortina in this pretty, family-run hotel with Alpine views.

Hotel Gran Ciasa

Stay in the heart of the Dolomites in this fabulous 4* hotel and spa. Enjoy regional cuisine and a perfect place to relax and recover after the ride.

Hotel Magdalener Hof

Stay in this quiet hotel on the edge of Bolzano & enjoy great views of the Dolomites. Relax in the pool or head out to soak up some city culture!

Hotel San Lorenzo

Stay in the center of Bormio in this traditional hotel dedicated to the sport, good food, and wellness.

FOOD

Full-board - breakfast, lunch & evening meals

The tour was an incredible experience from start to finish. They prepare you very well for this trip. They are extremely attentive to all questions before the trip begins. The booking process was simple and they helped with hotel upgrades and accommodated my wife who was not cycling. Having the cafe and bike shop in a central location in Girona was perfect. The bikes were great. The food, drinks and camaraderie at the Cafe were a nice bonus. From the moment we met the team they made us feel welcome, safe, and fully supported. The guides were kind, friendly, funny, and encouraged us to seek new heights (literally) on the bike. They were all perfect gentlemen to my wife and made her feel included on the trip despite her not cycling with us. They were all so attentive to everyone's needs during the trip whether they be dietary or road safety or anything in between. Josep, Chris, Zippy, and Chris were class act guys, incredible cyclists and just a blast to be around. Lunch set ups during our rides were superb - ice cold drinks, nourishing, delicious and healthy food. Coffee stops were thoughtful and a nice bonus. They put on fantastic meal spreads at the most scenic spots when our tanks were empty and ready to be refilled. Ride support before and during the rides was exceptional. The hotel we stayed at (Nord - an upgrade) was a lovely spot in town with excellent breakfasts, small soaking pool, bike storage, friendly english speaking staff and clean comfortable rooms. Lastly each night we were guided to a different restaurant with the team and our whole group. Many of us became friends and still communicate on Strava now. The restaurant selections were wonderful as each restaurant was different than the other in terms of cuisine, ambience, and level of formality - it was honestly a great mix and high quality food which was important given that it was included in the package. A nice perk during the trip was that a media team traveled with us for video and photos to help with their promotion. They were a nice crew and made us feel like superstars. In summary I cannot say enough about this company and about their people - this trip was incredible. The value was excellent also. My friend and our wives who accompanied us reminisce about this trip often. I recommend them to everyone now . . . and we are planning our next trip with them already for next year. Thank you so much!

Louis, Lynnfield, MA (As seen in TripAdvisor, Oct 2022)

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About The Host

As the host, it’s our pedal-powered mission to share our love of cycling with anyone who likes to ride a bike.

We run unique cycling tours across Europe and beyond. Enjoy the company of our exceptional local guides, stay in the best hotels a region has to offer & discover your chosen destination at the best time of year to ride.

Our Cycling Hubs are located in the heart of two of Europe's most popular cycling destinations, Girona & Málaga. Shop a handpicked range of bikes, accessories & apparel, hire a high-quality rental bike, book your bike into the workshop, settle down on the terrace with a chilled beer, or join one of our regular rides.

We put sustainability at the heart of our operations & seek to embed environmentally friendly practices in everything that we do. We believe that it's time to give back to, & protect, the amazing landscapes that give us so much joy as cyclists.

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Italy! The tour kicks off at the first hotel with a light lunch. After getting sorted, riders head out on a warm-up ride to ensure everything is ready for the week ahead. The Zoncolan is an epic climb The climb lasts 10.8 km & has an average gradient of 11.7% with a max of 23.3%! Fortunately, this is only optional. For riders who want to take the tour at a more relaxed pace, there is a beautiful alternative spin up and down the valley.

Day 2

Ride point to point from Ravascletto to Cortina & the Italian Dolomites. The ride begins with a short descent before tackling the first climb of the day, the Sella Campigotto, a 29 km climb with an average gradient of 4.3%! After reaching the summit enjoy the descent before tackling your second climb of the day, the Passo Tre Croci. Enjoy stunning views of this unique rock formation before descending home to the ski town of Cortina.

Day 3

A spectacular point-to-point ride that pays homage to the iconic route of the Maratona. Climb from Cortina up the Passo Giau a viciously steep climb with sublime views of the Ampezzo basin at the top. Descend & reach the bottom of the second climb of the day, the passes of Falzarego & Valparola. Enjoy a fabulous & fast 14 km downhill to la Villa Stern. One final sting comes in the shape of the Mur dl Giat (wall of the cat!), the traditional finish of the Maratona sportive. It’s a 400 m, 12% wall (max gradient of 19%), sure to hurt after 3 days of riding - a great finish to today’s mountain epic!

Day 4

Today’s ride is a showstopper & features on the bucket list of cyclists from all over the world. The Sella Ronda is a string of 4 passes starting and finishing in Corvara. Warm up for the ride on the Passo Campolongo, descend, and climb again to the Passo Pordoi. Next up is the Passo Sella & finish with the gorgeous Passo Gardena & a spectacular descent back to Corvara. Enjoy steady gradients, well-surfaced roads, and switchbacks constructed by the gods of cycling.

Day 5

It's time to say farewell to the Dolomites & Corvara & continue our journey east to the Italian Alps. Start the day with the long climb to the summit of Passo Gardena (10 km @ 7%). After warming up the legs a glorious 35 km spin downhill is your reward. The village of Ponte Gardena marks the end of the downhill road. From here you will begin another long climb of 16.5km and an average gradient of 4.7% Finish the day with a 15 km descent into the buzzing city of Bolzano

Day 6

The Queen Stage! Start the day with a short transfer to the village of Lasa, where we begin our ride. From Lasa ride 10 km along the valley to Prato Allo Stelvio, the village at the base of the mighty Stelvio. The Stelvio itself needs little introduction. Over 25 km climb to an altitude of 2,760 m. The average gradient is 7.4%, the maximum gradient is 11% and the vertical drop is more than 1800 m. There are 48 hairpin bends on the way up! Enjoy hot food at the top and cheer your fellow cyclists over the summit. Enjoy a breathtaking descent to the ski town of Bormio where a warm welcome awaits.

Day 7

The last ride of our adventure tackles two giants of the Giro D’Italia, Passo Mortirolo & Passo Gavia. Ride south & downhill for the first 30 km to the base of the Mortirolo & the village of Mazzo de Valtellina. The Mortirolo lasts for 12 km and is incredibly steep, averaging over 10%. Descend to Monno and enjoy a flat(ish) valley road the final challenge of the tour. The Passo Gavia stretches over 18 km from Ponte di Legno. The climb averages 8% and has a max gradient of 12%. Expect beautiful views as you near the top. From the top descend to Bormio and enjoy a very well-earned rest!

Day 8

Sadly, the tour has come to a close. Let us know your departure plans and we will organise any necessary transfers for you.

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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:

TERRAIN

Road

LEVEL

Epic

AVERAGE DISTANCE X DAY

72 km

AVERAGE TIME X DAY

3 h 37 min

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