Italy's river to Garda Lake 8-day Self-guided Cycling Tour (Level 1)

Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Easy
D-Score™
N/A - Unknown

Overview

A cycling vacation along the Adige River Cycle Path, Italy's first bicycle path. Set out to discover this incredible valley as you pedal through apple orchards, surrounded by a breathtaking Dolomite Mountains landscape. Explore Trentino Alto Adige's most beautiful towns, including Bolzano, Merano, and Trento, on a trip to the northern tip of Lake Garda. A bike week suitable for everyone, perfect even for families and less experienced cyclists. You ride along paved bike paths and low-traffic roads on mostly flat terrain with short up and down sections. Total length: 250 km Terrain: 95% tarmac, 5% unpaved Train connection among the overnight stays: every day, except day 6 Possibility to shorten the itinerary by taking the train: every day. 7 nights accommodation in 3* and 4* hotels 7 Breakfast Digital tour information App including maps, roadbook, GPS tracks and places of interest Luggage transportation (1 piece, 20kg per person) Transfer from Bolzano to Resia Pass 7-day Hotline service Local taxes (approx 15-20 EUR) Helmet - 15 EUR Any train fees if you wish to shorten your cycle journey Bike rental Tips Drinks and other meals Anything not mentioned in 'included' Extra nights in Bolzano: From 85 EUR p.p (150 EUR single room) Departures Sundays and Wednesdays - special departure dates for at least 6 people All rooms have en suite facilities. Most hotels have air conditioning while some smaller hotels and hotels located in mountain areas of northern Italy can be without air conditioning. If you would like to book a Touring bike (120 EUR), Hybrid bike (170 EUR) or E-bike (290 EUR), please contact our office when booking: [[email protected]](</cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#d2a1b3beb7a192a1bebda5a6bda7a0a1fcb1bdbf>) ____ Slow Tours offers a number of other[Cycling Tours in Europe](<../../../../../search?category=1&start=&keyword=>)____ Individual arrival. Located along the Isarco river, bilingual Bolzano has always been at the crossroads between the Mediterranean and central Europe. Today it is an important commercial and tourist city, whose charming centre is dotted with colourful houses in typical Tyrolean style. We will drive you to Resia up to 1,500 metres of height, where your cycling tour starts. The majestic cycle lane will take you past the lake Resia with its amazing church tower and the cloister of Montemaria. Further, you will pass through the hamlets Clusio, Glorenza (Italy’s smallest walled town) and Lasa (famous for its marble), until you reach Silandro. The tour continues along the river Adige, passing through orchards and nice landmarks like the imposing castle Dornsberg. Finally, you will arrive in beautiful Merano, the second biggest town of South Tyrol: take a walk in its lovely city centre and don’t miss its famous thermal baths. Cycling on cycle paths and secondary roads you will reach the confluence of the rivers Isarco and Adige. Along the way you will admire the biggest apple plantation in Europe and in Lana you can even visit the apple museum. You will start riding along the River Adige cycle path, through orchards and the vineyards of the renowned Wine Route. Half way between Bolzano and Trento you will reach Salorno, which represents the linguistic border between the German and the Italian world. It is possible to shorten the stage by taking the train in several train stations along the way. The river Adige will take you to Rovereto, famous for its museum of modern and contemporary art. After a short ascent to Passo di San Giovanni, you will enjoy a superb view over the Garda Lake, before starting your (well deserved) descent to the lake shore. Free day at Lake Garda, a unique location where mountain traditions meet the Mediterranean warmth. The perfect spot to end your cycling trip: you can unwind swimming in the lake or strolling along the lakeside promenades of the small towns at the northern tip of the lake, such as Limone or Malcesine. Don’t miss a visit to Riva del Garda, an enchanting town that climbs the rugged cliffs, and reach the fortress of ‘Il Bastione’ with a panoramic lift. After breakfast, end of services If you would like to drive yourself before or after your tour, ask us for a quote on any brand new Renault, Peugeot or Citroen vehicle for driving in Europe. Pick up your vehicle from most capital cities in Europe and return it to your drop off destination. Top insurance cover. 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About the Adige River

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