Ultimate Italy - 9 Day Tour

Timeline 1: *Guests already at our Team Hotel. i.e. Day 0 – Pre Tour Arrivals

7:00 – 8:00am: Welcome group breakfast at our team hotel. Meet the team and other guests in the group.

8:00 – 9:00am: Bike Building and/or Meet Your Hire Bike

8:00 – 11:00am: Non-cycling group: Free program to explore our local area, or enjoy our hotel’s roof top pool.

11:00am: Official Welcome. Meet at Hotel Foyer.

1:30pm: Ride and Non-Cycling vehicle departs Hotel.

7:30pm: Meet in hotel lobby bar for Aperitivo and Welcome Dinner

Timeline 2: *Guests arriving this morning.

10:00am: Pick up Milan Malpensa Airport

10:45am: Pick up from our local Train Station [5mins walk from hotel]

11:00am: Official Welcome. Meet at Hotel Foyer

11:10am: Bike set up – build, or meet Hire Bike

1:30pm: Ride and Non-Cycling vehicle departs Hotel.

7:30pm: Meet in hotel lobby bar for Aperitivo and Welcome Dinner

More about our day

Welcome to your 2026 Ultimate Italy 9 Day Tour with Ride International.

Today we’ll either collect you from either Milan Malpensa Airport at 10am, or the local train station at 10.45am, Or if you have arrived to our hotel a day or two earlier, we’ll meet you in the hotel at various points in the morning outlined in the day’s timeline, or in the hotel’s lobby at 11am for the official welcome to your Ultimate Italian cycling tour, and to assist with final assembly of bikes, or do a final set-up and check of your Hire Bike.

Bring your pedals and personal accessories along to be fitted to your hire bike. After we’ve completed the bike set up component for you, we suggest taking a quick ride around the block to ensure your set up, comfort is perfect on the bike. We’ve then allowed some time for you to head out locally to take a panino [sandwich] for lunch prior to starting our ride.

Non-cycling options

From our hotel it’s a short walk into the ‘centro storico’, the Historical Centre or old town. Enjoy the quaint centre of our local town. You can discover all the secrets of this jewel of art and architecture situated between Milan, Varese, and Como.

If you prefer some more active options, we have plenty of great suggestions for walks, running courses etc too. Ask us how.

Alternatively, our Hotel is located a short 20-30min train ride away from Milano Centrale Station, if you’d prefer to head in to explore Milano. As always, there are plenty of options today depending on how you’d like your day to play out.

Our Rides 40km – 70km

Climbing 270m-600m

Our ride options today head out into the beautiful surroundings of our hotel to get your bearings. Today’s rides are relaxed in nature to make sure everything on your bike is working properly after your travel, and to fire up your system ready for the tour ahead – an active recovery ride.

We’ll get acquainted, or re- acquainted with riding in Italy, first timers riding in Europe are always pleasantly surprised how polite and encouraging other road users are to cyclist, you’ll really enjoy today’s ride out into the countryside, we take in some of the early sections of the Il Lombardia Race, and Granfondo course through quaint Italian villages. We’ll pause enroute to sample some quintessential Italian life at a local bar, and replenish our energy levels, top up the caffeine levels with a coffee or two, gelato, a snack and start to enjoy the cultural adaptation to bella Italia.

Lastly, we’ll roll back through our local village centre to get your bearings en route to our hotel.

Tonight’s Soiree: Welcome 3-course dinner and drink

Tonight, we’ll welcome you with a 3-course dinner to highlight local – seasonal produce, with a wine, beer or soft drink included. You’ll have an opportunity to sample local cuisine, meet the team and discuss your adventure ahead.

Accommodation – 1 night
4* Chic, Cycling Friendly Hotel. Milano Region, Italy

Today’s Timeline

6:30am: Breakfast room opens

7:30am: Bags to lobby

8:30am: 100km ride departs hotel

10:00am: 35km Como – Bellagio. 70km Como – Madonna del Ghisallo – Hotel

7:30pm: Meet in hotel lobby for 3 Course, Lombardia highlights dinner with Lake Como views.

More about our day

We depart our hotel by bike or in our vehicle/s and travel to beautiful Lake Como. After a visit of Como, we’ll make our way towards Bellagio which sits on a peninsula jutting out into Lake Como. We then head up to the dedicated Cycling Chapel of the Madonna del Ghisallo, to see the famed Chapel and cycling Museum.

After our stop at the Chapel, we continue to ride or drive to our hotel above Lake Como/ Lecco, where we’ll spend the night with stunning views along the lake.

Non-cycling options: Lake Como

This morning, we depart our hotel in our vehicle, we head out with the group to explore Como, we continue on to the village of Bellagio on Lake Como and pause for some Gelato, and sightseeing. After our visit to Bellagio we then drive up to the Chapel and Museum at Madonna del Ghisallo. Finally, we take the scenic route along Lake Lecco to our hotel for the night.

Our Rides 30km – 40km – 70km – 100km

Climbing 300m – 1200m – 1500m – 1700m

As always, we have plenty of supported ride options to suit your needs and how you are feeling. Today there are options to commence and finish at various points along today’s ride route, talk with us to discuss your preferred option.

Ride options start at various locations to suit your needs, including, riding from our Hotel, Como, or from the Chapel of Madonna del Ghisallo. Details below.

All our ride options take the route from the Chapel of Madonna del Ghisallo down to the lake below and along the shores of Lake Lecco to finish a wonderful day on the bikes.

Option 1: 30km / 300m Climbing: A chance to do a bit of both – cycling and non-cycling programs. We depart from our Hotel in our vehicle and enjoy much of today’s early non-cycling program up to the Chapel of Madonna Ghisallo in our vehicles. Commence your mostly downhill ride in the afternoon with the group from the Chapel of Madonna Ghisallo, down to Lake Lecco and onto our Hotel overlooking Lake Lecco.

Option 2: 40km/1200m: Transfer from our Hotel to Como in our vehicle/s. Commence your ride along the undulating shores of Lake Como and ride up the famous Madonna del Ghisallo climb to the chapel. From Madonna del Ghisallo, take a ride in our vehicle and transfer to our Hotel.

Option 3: 70km/1300m: Ride Option 3 combines both rides from above. You’ll start your ride from the lake at Como, then ride up to the Chapel of Madonna del Ghisallo and ride onto our Hotel, it’s a stunning day on the bike.

Option 4: 100km/1700m: Today’s long ride rolls out from our hotel in Saronno, we head to lake Como, along the lake, up the climb to the Madonna del Ghisallo Chapel and concludes at our Hotel above the shores of Lake Lecco.

Tonight’s Soiree

Tonight, we’ll meet up in our restaurant with it’s stunning views high above Lake Lecco. We’ve planned a 3-course dinner tonight to highlight regional, seasonal produce from the Lombardia region of Italy.
*Drinks to be paid as you go, or allocated to personal room accounts.

Accommodation: [1 night]

4* Chic, Cycling Friendly Hotel.
Lake Como Region, Italy

Timeline

7:15am: Bags to vehicles

7:30am: Breakfast Room Opens

8:15am: Vehicles depart hotel

10:00am: Non-Cycling Group: Bernina Express Train Departs

10:00am: Rides Start: Mortirolo or Italian Alps River Valley Ride

7:30pm: Meet in hotel lobby 3 Course Italian Alps, specialty dinner

More about our day

Today we either ride or explore the beautiful Italian or Swiss Alps. We take the opportunity while we are here and offer a ride up an icon of the Italian Alps, the Passo Mortirolo.

Firstly, though we will leave our hotel in the beautiful lakes region soon after breakfast, we will drive to a small Alpine Village [Transfer approx. 90 mins]

On the bike we will head up the impressive river valley for approx. 10km, where we will begin the climb of the famous Passo Mortirolo.

The Mortirolo is considered to be one of the best climbs in Italy and many professionals consider it to be one of the most difficult mountains, it’s often referred as being the “Queen climb of Europe”, Lance Armstrong referred to it as the hardest climb he’d ever ridden. So today is your chance to add your name to the list of people who have climbed it, we believe most recreational riders can achieve it, or parts of the climb, and with our support ride as much as they are comfortable with, then enjoy the second part of the ride up the beautiful river valley.

From the summit of the Mortirolo we take an alternative route down to the valley below, it’s safer, and very scenic. We then ascend a long yet relaxed river valley climb to our Alpine hotel.

Non-cycling options

Today as well as being a transfer morning, we have two great options, which also makes a great day for riders to take a day off the bike and freshen up the legs before tackling the Passo Stelvio tomorrow. Option 1 is The Bernina Express Train Day Trip, or;

Option 2 is a Scenic Day Trip; drive up the Passo Mortirolo into high alpine pastures and then onto our hotel. Once at our Hotel you may like to visit the local Terme Spa complex a short 10 minute walk through the old town centre.

Bernina Express Railway

The Bernina Express return train journey is one of the great train journeys in the world, it’s all about the train journey and one of the most spectacular ways to cross the Alps, it winds its way gently through splendid Alpine scenery. The Bernina Express departs in the morning and arrives back late in the day, where we will collect you and drive you to our Hotel.

Our Rides 40km -35km – 60km – 110km

Climbing 950m – 1500m – 2150m – 3600m

35km, 40km & 60km: Rides all start from a small Alpine village where we will head up the river valley for a short warm-up

Option 1: 40km River Valley Ride
Today we ride the lush river valley roads, and bikeway to our Alpine Hotel

Option 2 & 3: 35km and 60km rides.
Ride the famous Passo Mortirolo.

The Mortirolo ascent is 12.4 km long. Over this distance, you climb 1300 metres in altitude with an average percentage of 10.5% and a maximum of 18%, yes, it’s steep in parts.

We descend the Mortirolo our 35km ride finishes at the base of the Mortirolo, transfer in vehicle to Hotel.

Our 60km ride will pause in a village for a snack -panino and coffee prior to continuing up the lovely valley roads and bike way to our Alpine hotel.

Optional Extra’s: Once we arrive to our hotel, if time permits you have the option to continue on from our hotel, we have plenty of optional extras if required, if your legs need a little more climbing and are happy to keep going.

You have the option to head up and back down part, or all of the 27km – 1450m climb to the Passo Gavia summit. Alternatively, if you are keen for a smaller local climb there’s a terrific 11km – 800m climb to a local ski station

Upon your return to our hotel you’ll appreciate a nice hot shower, or soak in our hotel’s thermal spa, and a hearty three-course dinner at our wonderful cycling friendly Hotel

Tonight’s Soiree
Dinner. Three course alpine specialty Dinner is included.
*Drinks to be paid as you go or allocated to personal room accounts.

Accommodation [1 of 2 nights]

4* Chic, Cycling Friendly Hotel. We rate it as one of the best cycling friendly hotels in all of Europe. An Alpine favourite of Ride International
Italian Alps, Region, Italy

Timeline

7:00am: Breakfast room opens

8:30am: Ride departs from hotel

9:15am: Vehicle departs hotel

7:30pm: Meet in hotel lobby for 3 course Italian Alpine dinner. Drinks to personal accounts

More about our day
This morning we will be away from the hotel early after breakfast. Hopefully, you have something left in your legs after yesterday! We are off to climb the Stelvio, we rate it as one of Top 5 Climbs in the world, and one of the highest climbs in Europe. The Passo Stelvio climb sits among a spectacular landscape, it is truly breathtaking.

Bordering Switzerland at an elevation of 2,757m above sea level, it is the highest paved mountain pass in the Eastern Alps, and the second highest in the Alps, 13 m below France’s Col de l’Iseran (2,770 m).

Non-cycling options
Plenty of options again this morning, depending on your interests, or how you’d like to spend your day. Options include: Take a relaxing morning at the hotel – plus enjoy the region’s thermal spas – explore the old centre with a Gelato in hand, or take a scenic ride in the ski Gondola up to 3000m. The views of the Alps are vast and stunning.

Alternatively take a day trip out – up and around the Passo Stelvio, but in the comfort of our van stopping to offer some sustenance – encouragement to the riders in our group. The landscapes are spectacular, be on the lookout for the cheeky marmots in the higher plain grass areas en route to the top, get a selfie in front of the Passo Stelvio Sign, enjoy a hot chocolate and a spot of gift shopping from the Chalets at the top of Stelvio. Return to our hotel in the afternoon with plenty of free time to explore our local village.

Our Rides 45km – 70km [or 105km]

Climbing 1600m – 2600m [3250m]

Plus, Optional Extras Available

Option 1: Passo Stelvio out and back: 45km -1600m
*Recommended Route: This morning we will be away from the hotel early to climb the Stelvio, one of the most well-known cycling roads in the world, one of the highest climbs in Europe.

Passo Stelvio is a big favourite of everyone at Ride International, it’s one of our favourite rides anywhere in the world, you’ve likely waited a lifetime to ride it, our advice is to slow down, lift your head up and soak in the beautiful, unique surrounds, it’s far too nice to ride at your max looking at the handlebars – enjoy the day, enjoy the experience.

The Passo dello Stelvio ascent is 21.5 km long. Over this distance, you climb 1533 metres at an average of 7.1%. It’s not the hardest climb you will ever do, yet it’s at high altitude.

We return on the Stelvio descent, pause often to take it all in, and enjoy this amazing place as there are some incredible uninterrupted vistas, landscapes and photos to be had in this unique remote area. We encourage everyone to not “race” down the descent, ride safely and really absorb the region’s beauty, you won’t see anything else like it in Italy, or possibly the world. We can assist with some technical tips for descending and cornering too, should you like to improve your efficiency, bike skills, confidence and safety while descending.

If you feel like a few optional extras today – we have a favourite, little secret climb for you to do too.

Once we’ve completed the Passo Stelvio, you can head back out to the Climb to the mini Stelvio, Torri di Fraele. It’s a beautiful climb of about 15km with incredible switchbacks leading up to an old Alpine fort. From the top the views down over the valley and the unique road you just cycled up are amazing.

Alternatively, if you are feeling particularly strong on the bike, we have another recommended option up our sleeve which goes over the Swiss Umbrail Pass and comes back over the Stelvio Pass from the northern side before descending back down to our hotel. This is a very tough 105km loop ride with climbing ranging from 2000m – 3250m depending on your chosen ride start point. We’ll talk you through all the options once we’re in Bormio and you’ve had a few days riding in the big mountains to see how you are going.

Option 2: Stelvio Plus Extra’s “Mini Stelvio, Torre Fraele. 70km – 2410m

Optional route:
Option 3: Stelvio-Umbrail Swiss Loop: 105km – 3250m

Tonight’s Soiree

Free Program Tonight. Explore the town and its centre, where you can choose from a number of eateries, restaurants, or informal dining depending on how you’re feeling. We have plenty of great recommendations depending on your preferred cuisine.

Accommodation [2 of 2 nights]

4* Chic, Cycling Friendly Hotel.
Italian Alps, Bormio Region, Italy

Timeline

7:00am: Breakfast room opens

8:30am: Vehicles depart from our hotel for a 4 – 5 hour Transfer through the Italian Alps to the Dolomite Mountains

2:30am: Ride Starts from our Hotel in the Dolomites, Out and Back recovery ride

7:30pm: Meet in hotel lobby for dinner

More about our day

This morning we leave our hotel in the Italian Alps in our vehicles. We have approximately a four to five-hour transfer through the Alps to the Italian Dolomite Mountains.

Upon arrival to the Dolomites, your afternoon can be as busy or relaxed as you prefer. Options include exploring our new surroundings, or join the group to ride The Passo Fedaia, Marmolada.

Non-cycling options

After a few big days of moving about, plus this morning’s vehicle transfer, this afternoon could be a good time to relax at the hotel, and or explore the local area. We recommend heading out on a local walk, hike, or run – ask us for some recommendations based on your personal interests, we have some great suggestions for our local area. Or you can travel in our vehicle along the same stunning route high into the beautiful Dolomites as the riders. The scenery is spectacular, and there’ll be plenty of photographic moments.

Our Rides 35km

Climbing 850m

After a solid start to our tour, this afternoon we’ve scheduled a 35km Out and Back recovery ride up a lesser-known climb in the Dolomites. The Passo Fedaia, it’s a nice manageable climb for us to warm up on, and keep the aerobic system moving along.

Once at the summit, we pass by the high mountain lake and under the shadow of the Dolomites highest mountain the impressive Marmolada, known as the Queen of the Dolomites, which stands at 3343m.

We’ll pause over a hot chocolate or coffee at the top of the pass to admire the beauty of the Dolomites, then it’s mostly downhill back to our hotel. A lovely ride in the Dolomites to prepare for tomorrow’s Sella Ronda Loop

Tonight’s Soiree

Another hearty Italian mountain style Dinner, plus a local artisan beer direct from the brewery is included tonight.
*Additional drinks to your personal room accounts or pay as you go.

Accommodation [2 of 2 nights]

4* Chic, Cycling Friendly Hotel.
Dolomite Mountains Region, Italy

Timeline

7:00am: Breakfast room opens

8:30am: 70km Ride departs from hotel

8:45am: Vehicle departs with non-cyclists and 60k riders

9:30pm: 60k ride starts from the beginning of the Sella Ronda Loop

Evening: Free program for dinner

More about our day

Another wonderful day in the Italian Dolomites.
The Sella Ronda loop is an absolute classic cycling route, famous around the world, we are happy to talk it up as it’s one of the most scenic loop rides you’ll likely ever do.

We love the Sella Ronda loop so much, we’ve named it “The Best 60km Loop Ride in the World”. The loop itself traverses four famous mountain passes through scenery that genuinely deserves the word ‘dramatic’, as the bulk of the Piz Boè Peak looms above you.

Take the time to stop regularly, soak it all in, enjoy, and take plenty of photos – it’s a day you will remember fondly for many years to come.

After the Sella Ronda loop we will return down the valley to our hotel by bike.

Non-cycling options

After a few big days of moving about, today could be a good day to choose to relax at the hotel, and explore the local area, head out on a local hike, walk or there are some great running routes along the river valley floor, ask us for some recommendations based on your personal interests.

Or you can travel the same stunning route through the beautiful Sella Ronda Dolomites Loop as the riding group.

From a bike or a vehicle, this is one of the most spectacular drives/places you’ll likely ever visit. Bring your camera, you’ll take plenty of photos today. We’ll pause for snack stops to sample the apple strudel and take lunch with the group enroute at one of the mountain cafes.

Our Rides: The Sella Ronda Loop. 60km – 70km

Climbing 1750m – 2150m

Option 1: 60km – 1750
Depart from our hotel in our vehicle and skip the first part of the climb up to the beginning of the Sella Ronda Loop.

We start our Sella Ronda Loop ride halfway up the Passo Pordoi where we turn right onto the Sella Ronda circuit.

The 60km – 1750m route is a great option to ensure you achieve the Sella Ronda Loop first and foremost.

We have all day, and none of the climbs are particularly long or very steep, and the total amount of climbing is quite manageable as it’s broken up into four stages, you’ll be pleasantly distracted by the incredible scenery you’ll hardly notice you are climbing.

Option 2: 70km – 2150m
Ride departs from our hotel with a short warm-up in the valley. Our first climb is a 6km – 400m climb up to the beginning of the Sella Ronda loop, it’s a nice warm up prior to continuing on the Passo Pordoi and official Sella Ronda Loop.

The Sella Ronda Four Passes:

• Passo Pordoi (2239m)
• Passo di Campolongo (1875m)
• Passo di Gardena (Grodnerjoch) (2121m)
• Passo di Sella (2213)

Tonight’s Soiree

Free Program Tonight. Explore the town and its centre, where you can choose from a number of eateries, restaurants, or pizzerias depending on how you’re feeling. We have plenty of great recommendations depending on your preferred cuisine.

Accommodation [2 of 2]

4* Chic, Cycling Friendly Hotel.
Dolomite Mountains Region, Italy

Timeline

7:30am : Breakfast room opens

8:30am: Vehicle departs from hotel [2 hour transfer]

11:00am: Ride Starts, Passo San Boldo to Hotel

More about our day

This morning we depart our central Dolomites base and transfer south towards our next hotel in the Veneto region. Our journey today takes us through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Prosecco Vineyards.

Non-cycling options

This morning we’ll transfer with the group we’ll follow the day’s ride route via the impressive Passo San Boldo. There will be plenty of photo opportunities as you take in the stunning views of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Prosecco vineyards, hilltop villages, sample a glass of Prosecco, then we make our way to our hotel in the Veneto region

Our Rides 60km – 75km Climbing: 775m – 1200m [*Optional extras available]

Our rides today take in the impressive feats of Italian engineering via the Passo San Boldo, followed by the impressive descent via the switchbacks and tunnels that make this a bucket list ride.

We then meander to our hotel in the Veneto region via the UNESCO-listed Prosecco vineyards and pause at the quaint hilltop village for a coffee and snack.

Option 1: 75km – 1200m
Today’s longer ride, although seemingly short in distance, has plenty of climbing for an active recovery day. First up we have a gentle 10km climb up the Passo San Boldo, we then make our way to the Veneto region, enroute we pass through a quaint hilltop village.

Option 2: 65km – 775m
Ride option 2 will skip the first 10km climb up the Passo San Boldo. At the top of the pass you’ll join the longer ride group for the ride down the stunning San Boldo and ride onto our hotel in Bassano del Grappa

Aperitivo

Today once we’re settled into our new hotel and freshened up, we have organised a fun, informal yet informative “How To Make an Italian Aperol Spritz, and Tiramisu making session, thankfully you also sample your Spritz creation – your Tiramisu will mature overnight ready for our final dinner the following evening..

Suggested rehydration tonight is Prosecco. As we’re staying in the heartland of Prosecco wine country, a mini celebration is in order to mark our arrival.

Italy’s famous sparkling wine, Prosecco will be the perfect celebratory tonic and is rumoured to have magical healing powers for tired legs in preparation for the giant of Monte Grappa.

Tonight’s Soiree

After our Spritz and Tiramisu making session – The balance of the evening is a free program to explore our village, restaurants, bars and cafes.

Accommodation [1 of 2 nights]

4* Chic, Cycling Friendly Hotel.
Veneto Region, Italy

Timeline

7:00am: Breakfast room opens

8:30am: Ride departs

7:30pm: Meet in hotel lobby/bar for 7:30pm 3 Course Farewell dinner, inc Tiramisu and drink

More about our day

Today’s climb and region are steeped in Giro d’Italia folklore. The final mountain stage of the 2024 Giro did two full loops of the Monte Grappa. You’ll likely recall Tadej Pogacar rode off from his competitors and came to the finish solo to claim his first Giro d’Italia title. Monte Grappa is a beautiful climb, and the Veneto region is a lovely place to visit and ride.

Today, there is no time pressure for us; we can take our time on our beautiful Monte Grappa loop. After the climb, we roll back through our village to experience the historic centre and the famous wooden bridge that spans the Brenta River. We have ample time to soak in the surroundings and the Veneto region.

Non-cycling options

Enjoy the day exploring tour lovely village or head out in our vehicle and take in the beauty of the Veneto region, visit historic war monuments, and see the historic wooden bridge in the centre of town.

Our Rides 47km – 62km

Climbing 1300m – 1850m

Today we experience the route of the finale climb as used by the 2024 Giro d’Italia “Monte Grappa”, yet at our own pace, and no doubt leaving everything out on the road for the pilgrimage to the top of this famous climb.

We encourage everyone to ride the Monte Grappa climb today, or part of the climb that suits the amount of climbing you like to do, to experience this famous Giro d’Italia climb for yourselves. We have two Monte Grappa ride options to suit your needs. *NB: Optional Extras are also available

*Please take care, and ride slowly down the descent today. Your Safety is always our Number #1 Priority, Slow and steady is the best way down.

Option #1: 62km – 1850m – Monte Grappa Full loop.

Depart from the hotel and ride the full Giro d’Italia loop of Monte Grappa, it’s a special day on the bike.
Full Monte Grappa Climb: 20km – 1600m climbing – 7.8% avg

Option #2: 47km – 1300m – Monte Grappa Medium loop.

Depart from our hotel and ride the medium loop of Monte Grappa. You’ll ride 13km of the climb and traverse across the midpoint road to intercept the route you will descend on Monte Grappa. Medium Climb: 13km – 1025m climbing – 7.6% average.

Apres Bike:

Late in the day, for those travelling out of Venice Airport, Mestre Train station, or Milan Malpensa Airport tomorrow, we’ll assist you to pack your personal bikes into your bike bags, and or take your pedals and accessories off your hire bike

Tonight’s Soiree – Farewell Dinner!

Tonight, we will enjoy a three-course Veneto region Farewell Dinner, drink, plus you’ll sample the Tiramisu you made the evening prior.
Final dinners are a lovely chance to celebrate a beautiful tour, your riding achievements, talk about onward travels and a chance to start planning your next cycling tour.

Accommodation [2 of 2 nights]

4* Chic, Cycling Friendly Hotel.
Veneto Region, Italy

*Please Note:
We recommend for flights out of:
Venice Marco Polo Airport, after 1.30pm.
Milan Malpensa Airport, no earlier than 8.30pm.

Timeline

7:30am: Breakfast room opens – Farewell group breakfast.
Bags to lobby to load vehicles

8:30am: Vehicles depart hotel

Transfer

Option 1:

10:00am: Arrive at Marco Polo Airport, Venice (flights after 1:30pm)

10:30am: Arrive Venice Mestre Train Station, for those who plan to explore the Venice Islands.

Transfer

Option 2:

3:30pm: Arrive at Trip start – Day 1 hotel to re-pack bikes into personal Bike Bags/Boxes

5:00pm: Depart Hotel to transfer to Milan Malpensa airport

5:30pm: Arrive Milan Malpensa Airport departures (flights after 8:30pm)

More about our day
This morning we leave our hotel in the Veneto region, we have 2 transfer options with 3 drop-off points.

Option 1: Venice has an international airport and train station, which is a 90-minute transfer from our hotel. We drop guests off at the Airport first, then make our way to Venice Mestre train station.

If you’ve never been to Venice, consider staying overnight (or two) and enjoy walking the lactic acid out of your legs and explore this beautiful city by foot or boat.

Venice is a unique city, we love it, it has no cars, bikes, or scooters. Just pedestrians and boats. It has over 400 bridges, 100 natural islands and around 50km of waterways. An incredible place and worth the visit.

*Top Tip: If you stay overnight, wake up at dawn and explore the working Venice before the tourists are out – you’ll have the whole place to yourself. If your legs are tired, you can always take the waterbuses.

Option 2: A 5–6-hour transfer [traffic dependent] back to our first hotel near Milano, we collect and pack your bike bags for your onward travel. After we’ve completed packing you all up, it’s off to the airport.

Airport drop-offs to Milan Malpensa are also included today. We suggest the earliest flight departures from Milan Malpensa Airport should be no earlier than 8.30pm. This will give you a comfortable three hours from check-in, prior to your flight departure.