FULL ITINERARY
DAY ONE SAT 2 MAY | WELCOME
We come to north western Italy for another adventure - this time in the beautiful rolling hills of the Piemonte region. There will be a morning group transfer from Turin to Alba and our very comfortable hotel.
Welcome and Tour Briefing on arrival. We'll then check the bikes before a scenic, short shake-out ride.
DISTANCE | 32KM | 20MI
ELEVATION | 400M | 1300FT
DAY TWO SUN 3 MAY | ALBA LOOP
Today we venture into hallowed wine terrain. The vineyards may just be starting to bud with green over the rounded hills where we'll enjoy riding at its best. The day wouldn't be complete without some wine tasting (for the grownups), and our local guide knows these hills and wines blindfolded. "Salute!"
DISTANCE | 50KM | 30MI
ELEVATION | 950M | 3100FT
DAY THREE MON 4 MAY | ALBA TO ACQUI TERME
A transfer day along scenic, undulating roads with the vineyards creating a natural tapestry over the hills. We leave the Langhe region and arrive in Acqui, a spa town of hot sulphur springs. Will you dare to drink these therapeutic waters - hold your nose! Acqui Terme also abounds in Roman remains, including an impressive acquaduct.
DISTANCE | 60KM | 37MI
ELEVATION | 1000M | 3300FT
DAY FOUR TUE 5 MAY | LOOP TO NIZZA MONFERRATO
Fantastic ride that winds through gently undulating countryside. Nizza Monferrato has a delightful pedestrian only centre with seventeenth century arcades and balconies overlooking funky shops, restaurants and cafes. Like any good Italian town, it has its own festival, the Corsa delle Botti, where local wine cellars race their barrels through the streets of Nizza.
DISTANCE | 45KM | 28MI
ELEVATION | 700M | 2300FT
DAY FIVE WED 6 MAY | ACQUI TERME TO GAVI
A scenic ride that meanders to stunning Villa Sparina, passing through Gavi along the way. Gorgeous views are to be had from the fort perched high above the village, and has its own fascinating history. In addition to superb wines, Gavi is also famous for delicious ravioli.
Time for some fun shopping at the famous Serravalle outlet village for those who would like it.
DISTANCE | 45KM | 28MI
ELEVATION | 950M | 3100FT
DAY SIX THU 7 MAY | GAVI LOOP
A visit for any cyclist to Piedmont would not be complete without a ride to the home town of Fausto Coppi. Ride the roads on which the famous Fausto and his brother forged their cycling skills. We can stop for lunch in Novi Ligure, a town of beautiful palaces and villas. The town was a popular holiday resort for wealthy Genoese families in the 17th and 18th centuries who loved to spend their summer in the Piemontese countryside.
DISTANCE | 65KM | 40MI
ELEVATION | 1050M | 3450FT
DAY SEVEN FRI 8 MAY | GOODBYE
We transfer you back to Torino, a journey of about 2 hours. You can plan onward travel from around midday.
Time to say farewell, until next time.
Ride safe Puntos!