Self-Guided Cycling Tours & Trips in Italy
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10 best Self-Guided Cycling Italy tour packages
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- Cycling from the Dolomites to Venice
- A Taste of Tuscany Cycling
- Racing Bike Dolomites - Venice 8 Days
- Amalfi & Sorrento by e-Bike 6 Days
- Merano - Venice: From the Spa Town to St. Mark's Square - 8 Days
- Adige cycle path from MERAN to LAKE GARDA - relax (5 Days)
- Short vacation Veneto (5 days)
- From Lake Garda to the Veneto 6 Days
- Adige Cycle Path from MERAN to VERONA - Intermezzo (5 Days)
- The Pearls of South Tyrol - On River Cycle Paths to Bressanone, Bolzano and Merano 7 Days
The majestic route from Dolomites to Venice lagoon passes Tre Cime peaks, through Cortina d'Ampezzo's Olympic village, and along River Sile. Hotel Villa Gaia provides comfortable accommodation.
Duration 8 days Destinations Dobbiaco, Niederdorf, Ampezzo, Veneto, Belluno, Pieve di Cadore, Feltre, Venice, Bassano del Grappa, BrenneroSee all destinations Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
- NZ$2,794
Chianciano Terme serves as your base for daily rides with GPS navigation. Lake Chiusi's nature reserve and medieval towns like Sarteano await exploration. Quality bikes, detailed routes, and nightly returns to Agriturismo La Pietriccia provided.
Duration 8 days Destinations Chianciano Terme, Radicofani, Sarteano, Montepulciano, Pienza, Val d'Orcia Age Range Ages 13+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
- NZ$3,048
Duration 8 days Destinations Niederdorf, Cortina d’Ampezzo, Belluno, Feltre, Bassano del Grappa, Treviso, Mestre Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Operator ASI Reisen From
- NZ$1,673
Duration 6 days Destinations Salerno, Vietri sul Mare, Amalfi, Praiano, Positano, Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Operator ASI Reisen From
- NZ$1,897
Duration 8 days Destinations Merano, Auer, Torbole, Salo, Verona, Vicenza, Mestre Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Operator ASI Reisen From
- NZ$2,218
Duration 5 days Destinations Merano, Tramin an der Weinstraße, Trento, Lake Garda Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Operator ASI Reisen From
- NZ$1,410
Duration 5 days Destinations Vicenza, Bassano del Grappa, Treviso, Mestre Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Operator ASI Reisen From
- NZ$1,069
Duration 6 days Destinations Peschiera del Garda, Verona, Vicenza, Padua, Mestre Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Operator ASI Reisen From
- NZ$1,614
Duration 5 days Destinations Merano, Mezzocorona, Rovereto, Verona Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Operator ASI Reisen From
- NZ$1,463
Duration 7 days Destinations Brixen, Bolzano, Merano Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Operator ASI Reisen From
- NZ$2,016
What people love about Self-Guided Cycling Tours in Italy
- Cycling the Majestic Dolomites - Cortina to Bolzano - Classic Self Guided
This is our second trip with Cycle Europe. What really impresses us with Cycle Europe is the quality of their hire bikes. Having an unsuitable bike really spoils a cycle trip. The bikes we have hired, both Ebike and road bikes have been exceptional; it is so good to ride a titanium frame road/gravel bike with E shifting. Cycle Europe are very easy to book trips with, allowing extra days on request. The accommodation used pleasantly varied in style but of a high standard and very comfortable. Their trips notes and tour package based on the “Ride with GPS” is ideal for cycle touring packed with information, good restaurant recommendations and route info. Highly recommend.
- Taste of Italy, Emilia-Romagna Culinary Cycling - Classic Self Guided 8day
We did a self-guidedtour, biking from Ravenna to Bologna. Everything worked out exceedingly well and we were extremely pleased.
What our customers ask about Self-Guided Cycling Tours & Trips in Italy
What types of accommodations can I expect on an Italy Self-Guided Cycling tour?
Most Italy Self-Guided Cycling tours provide comfortable lodging at 3 and 4-star hotels that cater specifically to cyclists' needs. In Tuscany cyclists often stay at the 4-star Grand Hotel Croce di Malta in Montecatini Terme while the Venice region features properties like Hotel Panoramic Plaza in Abano Terme with its outdoor pools and spa facilities. The South Tyrol region accommodations include the Villa Laurus in Merano and in Umbria the Hotel Dei Priori in Assisi puts visitors right in the heart of medieval surroundings.
What's the best time of year for cycling in different regions of Italy?
Each Italian region has its prime cycling season. Tuscany and Umbria are best explored from April through October with temperatures between 20-25°C/68-77°F in spring (April-May) and fall (September-October). South Tyrol's cycling season runs April through September when mountain routes are accessible. Venice and the Italian Riviera welcome cyclists from March through October though summer months can get hot. Tour data shows most cyclists choose to travel between May and September.
What kind of terrain and distances can I expect on Italian cycling routes?
The routes mix flat coastal stretches rolling hills and mountain passes. Daily rides typically cover 30-70km. The Pisa to Florence route features 35-55km daily rides on flat terrain and quiet roads while the Lake Reschen to Verona path includes a gradual 1,500m descent. Cyclists spend most time on dedicated paths and less-traveled roads including the Adige Cycle Path and the Ciclopista del Sole near Lake Garda.
What type of accommodation can I expect on Italian self-guided cycling tours?
The accommodations blend local charm with comfort ranging from family agriturismos to upscale 4-star hotels. In Alberobello guests can stay in authentic trullo houses while the Prosecco region near Venice offers stays at the 4-star Country Relais Monaco. Piedmont combines modern city hotels like BW Plus Executive in Turin with countryside stays at places like Cascina Barosca. A recent TourRadar review noted: "The accommodations were outstanding on this bike tour. Friendly and comfortable with excellent locations for exploring local areas."
What are the best regions in Italy for self-guided cycling tours?
Each Italian region offers distinct cycling experiences. The Veneto region in the north features routes through Prosecco vineyards and past historic towns like Treviso. South Tyrol provides family-friendly paths along the Adige River. The Tuscan coast offers quiet routes from Pisa to Elba Island. Sicily's southeastern corner combines baroque architecture with coastal riding. A TourRadar cyclist shared: "I loved this itinerary cycling from the north of Italy down to & across Lake Garda then east into Mestre (Venice) for a spectacular finish." Popular departure points include Bolzano Merano and Pisa.