SPARKLING VENETO

SPARKLING VENETO

Veneto

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ITALY

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20 - 29 Jul 2018

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Easy

START LOCATION

SOAVE

END LOCATION

FOLLINA

DAYS

10

AV. DAILY DISTANCE

65KM | 40MI

AV. DAILY ELEVATION

950M | 3100FT

A dream holiday of relaxed riding with an occasional burst, heavenly food and seriously good wines. Our Sparkling Veneto tour is ideal for serious cyclists seeking a time out for indulgent, leisurely riding or beginners dead keen to try a true cycling holiday. And non-riding companions will love this tour!

We explore the lovely town of Soave known for its classic white wine, beautiful Bassano with its medieval wooden bridge and fortifying grappa, romantic Verona, magical Venice and so much more. Join us for this tour that sparkles with more than world class prosecco!

WHAT'S INCLUDED

LUXE ACCOMMODATION (TWIN SHARE) | BREAKFASTS | DINNERS | WELCOME LUNCH | FULL GUIDE AND VEHICLE SUPPORT | ON-ROAD SNACKS AND SUPPLEMENTS | GARMIN GPS LOAN UNIT | COMPLIMENTARY PUNTOTOURS CYCLING JERSEY, BIB-KNICKS, SOCKS | DAYPACK

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FULL ITINERARY

DAY ONE FRI 20 JUL | SOAVE WELCOME RIDE

A wonderfully easy ride after a delicious, introductory lunch, to get the body moving again after travelling. We take a winding route through the vineyards surrounding Soave. Welcome to the Veneto!
DISTANCE | 53KM | 33MI
ELEVATION | 800M | 2600FT

DAY TWO SAT 21 JUL | SOAVE LOOP TO VERONA

Brilliant ride on undulating roads to the spectacular and romantic city of Verona. We visit the famous Arena, and no visit to Verona would be complete without seeing the balcony from which Romeo wooed his Juliet!
DISTANCE | 74KM | 46MI
ELEVATION | 1000M | 3300FT

DAY THREE SUN 22 JUL | SOAVE TO BASSANO DEL GRAPPA

Today we leave Verona and ride to the province of Vicenza. Our journey to Bassano carries us over a few hills and through pretty villages.
DISTANCE | 90KM | 56MI
ELEVATION | 900M | 2950FT

DAY FOUR MON 23 JUL | BASSANO LOOP TO ASOLO

Today's route takes us through gorgeous countryside as we loop east to Asolo. A special little town, Asolo is known by several names such as "the city of a hundred horizons" due to its beautiful location, and "the pearl of Treviso".
DISTANCE | 55KM | 34MI
ELEVATION | 600M | 2000FT

DAY FIVE TUE 24 JUL | BASSANO LOOP TO ASIAGO

Today we climb! A more challenging day with a steady climb to the Altipiano di Asiago, an area also well known for its tasty cheese. We wind our way back to the hotel through quaint villages, many with names containing 'grappa'. Will this be the day you try some? Careful!
DISTANCE | 85KM | 53MI
ELEVATION | 1300M | 4250FT

DAY SIX WED 25 JUL | BASSANO TO FOLLINA

Say goodbye to Bassano, but no need to be sad as we head into the famous Prosecco region of the Veneto. Todays course via Valdobbiadene is undulating with one climb at the very end. We can celebrate the day with bubbles as we taste one of Italy's famous wines in the delightful village of Follina.
DISTANCE | 49KM | 30MI
ELEVATION | 650M | 2100FT

DAY SEVEN THU 26 JUL | 'REST' DAY

No riding today. Get those walking shoes on as today we visit one of the most stunning cities in the world, Venice. We'll also get to try our hand at making cheese and of course, taste some more Prosecco!

DAY EIGHT FRI 27 JUL | FOLLINA LOOP TO VITTORIO VENETO

Spectacular day's ride that winds up and down the vine clad hills and wineries of the 'Strada del Prosecco'. A very enjoyable day in the saddle.
DISTANCE | 65KM | 40MI
ELEVATION | 1100M | 3600FT

DAY NINE SAT 28 JUL | FOLLINA LOOP TO SAN BOLDO

A very interesting and spectacular day as we ride over the San Boldo mountain, up the impossibly tight switchbacks of Passo San Baldo to the picturesque countryside towards the Piave river. Two great climbs and glorious views at almost every turn, before a fantastic descent down from Praderadego. There will be much to celebrate at our final dinner!
DISTANCE | 48KM | 30MI
ELEVATION | 1300M | 4250FT

DAY TEN SUN 29 JUL | GOODBYE

Time to say farewell, until next time!

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

FLIGHTS | AIRPORT TRANSFERS | INSURANCES | BIKE HIRE | LUNCHES | ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES | PERSONAL HOTEL EXPENSES | GUIDE GRATUITIES | PRE- OR POST-TOUR ACCOMMODATION

HOW MUCH RIDING DO I HAVE TO DO?

As much or as little as you want. It’s your holiday.  You determine how much you want to ride. You can, on any day, choose to cut a ride short, miss a climb, only do the downhills, have a rest day or ask for more!  The van is always handy if you choose not to ride, and a guide is always willing to do some extra distance if you wish. You just need to ask.

CAN I HIRE A BIKE?

You can!  Check out the details of hiring one of our high-end Cipollini road bikes.

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