The blue lake, green valleys and impressive mountains. Even though the cycle path around Lake Garda is still a long way off, you can experience this dream tour with us today. Follow the promenades lined with flowering oleanders and enjoy the view over the shimmering blue of the lake. Detours take you to the quieter Ledro and Idro lakes, which surprise you with their unspoilt beauty. Impressive cycle paths open up new perspectives: the fertile Adige Valley, the wide Sarca Valley and the quiet Val Sabbia show off the whole diversity of northern Italy. The region also tempts you with culinary delights: fine olive oil, fine wines, fresh citrus fruits and delicious fish from the lake accompany your journey. An experience for all the senses. Tour Character: Level 3. You cycle on cycle paths and side roads with very little traffic. Overall, gently hilly terrain with several also longer ascents. Several short sections on rough gravel paths during one stage. When entering and exiting a town as well as on short connecting sections expect slightly heavier traffic. Included in the tour: 6 nights accommodation in beautiful 4 star and 4 star superior hotels with charm, Breakfast, Welcome briefing, Luggage transfer, Digital travel documents incl. navigation app, GPS-data, route book, 1 bus transfer Riva - Ledrosee, incl. your bike, Service hotline. Not included: Printed route book, per room EUR 20, Bike rental, including rental bike insurance, Tourist tax, Anything not mentioned in 'included'. If you would like to rent a Bike (109 EUR) or E-Bike 299 EUR), please contact info@slowtours.eu when booking. Travel Insurance: Wander the World Without Worry! For your global travel insurance and evacuation services click on this link to get a quote (all quotes are in USD) in just a few moments: Global Travel Insurance. Notes: Mens bike available on request, Rental bike PLUS - 189 EUR, Extra nights in Desenzano/Sirmione/Peschiera: From 89 EUR p.p (+59 EUR single room), Departures Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. Arrival/ Departure: Arrival by train to Verona and by bus to Desenzano, duration approx. 1 hour, Verona, Venice or Bergamo airport, Parking: public parking spaces or garage, costs approx. EUR 15 to EUR 25 per day. Slow Tours offers a range of Cycling Tours Italy. Day 1: Arrival in Desenzano. Desenzano is a lively town on the southern shore of Lake Garda. Discover the picturesque old town, the elegant lakeside promenade, charming alleys, and inviting squares. A special highlight is the harbor with its colorful boats, this is the best place to enjoy the typical Mediterranean lifestyle. Day 2: Desenzano – Garda approx. 50 km. You cycle on gently hilly terrain through the wine-growing area of Lugana to the shores of the river Mincio. This river takes you to the historic fortress complex of Peschiera and back to Lake Garda. For a few kilometres the cycle path runs directly along the lakeside and lateron slightly leads you into the hinterland. Through orchards and Bardolino vines you return to the shore, which you follow under shady pine trees all the way into the charming lake resort Garda. Day 3: Garda – Riva approx. 65 km. You leave the shore towards the Adige river valley. With this you once again enjnoy the marvellous views across the lake and follow the cycle route through olive groves and vines. At the Adige-cycle path you then continue leisurely northward always accompanied by countless fruit trees. As early as Mori you leave the river again and continue across the Passo san Giovanni to Torbole or onwards to Riva. Shortly before you reach Lake Garda again, you enjoy once again a breathtaking view across the lake and the Valle del Sarca-valley. Day 4: Excursion Valle del Sarca Valley approx. 50 km. One of the largest rivers in the Trentino is the river Sarca. You follow it along a best-designed cycle path from Torbole into the valley until Pietramurata. The village is surrounded by the highest Lake Garda mountainsides and offers a fantastic view. Enjoy the quiet in this nature park and visit the fortress in Arco before you reach the shores of Lake Garda again. Day 5: Riva – Gardone approx. 70 km + bus transfer. In the morning a transfer takes you up to Lake Ledro. You follow the same-named valley to the next picturesque alpine lake. Lake Idro is your companion for a while. You will be delighted by its outstanding water quality and its marvellous mountain panorama. Along the cycle path through the Val Sabbia-valley you then always cycle slightly downhill until the mighty Lake Garda opens up in front of you again. In Salò stroll along the flower-adorned promenade and enjoy a smooth Gelato. Day 6: Gardone – Desenzano approx. 45 km. The final cycle stage leads you on gently hilly terrain slightly into the hinterland. Here the characteristic and historic wines of Lake Garda such as the Lugana, Chiaretto and Groppello are pressed here. Once you have reached the starting point of your holiday at the latest, we recommend you raise a glass of one of these types of wines and toast to a wonderful and eventful cycling holiday. Day 7: Departure. Car rental in Italy: 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. Email info@slowtours.eu for a competitive quote. Travel insurance for Italy: Wander the World Without Worry. Local language barriers. Lost passport. Unexpected medical expenses. Sometimes, our trips don’t go as planned. 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