Discover Emilia-Romagna, the Gastronomic Heart of Italy - 8 days

by BikesPlus Travel
Region
Emilia-Romagna
Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Easy
D-Score™
N/A - Unknown

Overview

A casual version of our classic cycling and culinary adventure through Italy's renowned foodie region! Wonderful riding through pretty countryside and farms, picturesque towns and great cities. This region offers amazing scenery and a number of UNESCO world heritage sites, renowned food and drink, art and history, and the legendary friendliness of its locals. Perfect for cyclists who prefer shorter distances and mostly flat riding. Bike paths along rivers or rails-to-trails, and quiet country roads. Some of the bike paths are on hard packed dirt roads or levees. Loop days will bring you into the lower hills, with some short climbs. 7 nights in 2-,3- and 4-star hotels and B&Bs of similar quality. All breakfasts. All Casual self-guided tour inclusions. Luggage transfers are not included in the base price on our Casual Tours - please see the prices section for optional luggage transfers. This tour is available between March 1 and October 31. Starts every Sunday. Other start days available by request (extra fee applies). Please note that starting on certain days of the week will make some visits impossible (such as museums or tastings). Starting point: Bologna. Ending point: Parma. We offer quality bikes in different styles, all great options for this bike tour. Our bikes are maintained and delivered in optimal working condition.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrive in Bologna

Arrive in Bologna

Day 2: Ride to Modena

64 km 253 m

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Ride to Modena

Day 3: Modena loop ride

60 km 393 m

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Modena loop ride

Day 4: Cycle the Reggio Emilia countryside

48 km 214 m

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Cycle the Reggio Emilia countryside

Day 5: Reggio Emilia loop ride on the hills

56 km 906 m

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Reggio Emilia loop ride on the hills

Day 6: Bike to Parma

52 km 259 m

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Bike to Parma

Day 7: Torrechiara Castle loop ride

49 km 355 m

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Torrechiara Castle loop ride

Day 8: Last day in Parma, tour ends

Last day in Parma, tour ends

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Airport transfers
Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the Emilia-Romagna

A dedicated guide for this region is not available yet.