Italy: Biking & Walking Trips
Culture is not a fast food
Italy: Biking & Walking Trips
Culture is not a fast food
Italy arguably offers the world's finest cuisine and seeing Italy in an active manner only enhances each night's dining experience. We never hold back at mealtime, so be prepared. Since each region specializes in its own unique cuisine, it is just one more reason that coming back to Italy is such a frequent occurrence.
The spectacular Amalfi Coast and Isle of Capri offers walks along iconic trails such as "The Path of the Gods" and "Walk of the Mills" ; then visit the Augustan Gardens and Villa Cimbrone in Ravello before we spoil ourselves with amazing multi-course meals and delicious limoncello.
6 Days / 5 Nights
4 star
Moderate
Meet:
Sorrento
Depart:
Amalfi
Ride from Austria into Italy and enjoy 13 days of epic climbs and jaw dropping scenery as you cycle ~1000km and 30,000m through some of Europe's most spectacular cycling route from the Austrian and into the Italian Alps. We meet in Innsbruck and make our way via the Brenner Pass into Italy to warm up for the mighty Stelvio Pass and much more...
15 Days / 14 Nights
4-5 star
Advanced
Meet:
Innsbruck
Depart:
Innsbruck
Charming Southern Italy; the hidden Italy one dreams to experience. Bike within the Grand Sila and through the wine area of Cirò and Crotone in a land where life is simple yet fascinating.
9 Days / 8 Nights
3 & 4 star
Moderate
Meet:
Lamezia Terme/Tropea
Depart:
Lamezia Terme
Walk to each of the 5 of the fishing villages that make up the Cinque Terre ; then explore the famous Portofino region that includes the secluded Abbey San Fruttuoso.
6 Days / 5 Nights
3 & 4 star
Easy to Intermediate
Meet:
La Spezia
Depart:
Sestri Levante
Spires to the Sky - The Dolomite National Park is a hikers paradise offering visitors the opportunity to walk within some of the highest pastureland in the European Alps surrounded by some of the most spectacular peaks in the world. We offer daily guided walking options along trails to suit your desired daily pace and distance. Then enjoy excellent 4-star lodgings within these magnificent mountains.
7 Days / 6 Nights
4 star
Moderate
Meet:
Bolzano
Depart:
Cortina
Emilia Romagna is an agrarian wonderland that offers culinary delights which make Italy the world's finest kitchen. Enjoy this easy biking tour that explores the Po River Valley and all its treasures. A wonderful trip for families and beginning cyclists who wish to be active and partake in several side trips and tours.
8 Days / 7 Nights
3 & 4 star
Easy
Meet:
Chioggia
Depart:
Modena
Visit the historic Villas, tour its vineyards and sample the San Daniele Prosciutto of Italy's Friuli region before crossing the border into Slovenia. Then visit Europe's largest underground grotto before gliding down the Adriatic Coast to Trieste.
7 Days / 6 Nights
3 & 4 star
Easy and Moderate
Meet:
Codroipo (near Venice)
Depart:
Trieste
Trips during the Giro d'Italia are designed for the avid cyclists who wish to ride while engaging in at least 2 days of watching the event up close and personal. For 2022 we will be heading to the Deep South of Italy and watching the stages on the island of Sicily. “To have seen Italy without seeing Sicily is not to have seen Italy at all, for Sicily is the clue to everything.” –Goethe
7 Days / 6 Nights
3 star
Intermediate
Meet:
Palermo Airport
Depart:
Catania Airport
Explore the gentle historic slopes of the Italian Lakes District; starting from Lago di Como we visit 4 lakes ending in the quaint Lago d'Orta. . Between the lush green Alpine hills on the Italian Swiss frontier, the deep blue lakes, replenished by glacial runoff, have attracted Roman leaders, aristocratic Europeans and prominent writers for centuries to its inspiring lake-sides.
7 Days / 6 Nights
3 & 4 star
Easy to Moderate
Meet:
Como
Depart:
Arona
The Stelvio, Mortirolo, Gavia, Passo Giau, the list of climbs goes on and on. During this tour you will get to know the true classic climbs of norhtern Italy, steeped in cycling history and Giro d'Italia memories. Our tour, based in two locatons - Bormio and then Corvara - Minimizes the hassle of packing and unpacking your bags day and maximizes our ride time. The riding is Challenging but rewarding, and the food and culture are second to none.
8 Days / 7 Nights
3 & 4 star
Advanced
Meet:
Milan Malpensa Airport
Depart:
Venice Airport
Join us for 6 or 8 day tour during the Maratona Grand Fondo. As an official Tour operator we guarantee entry to the event. The "Maratona" is a large-scale Grand Fondo offering three possible routes: Maratona full Course (138 km), Middle Course (106 km) and Sellaronda Course (55 km).
6 Days / 5 Nights
3 & 4 star
Intermediate
Meet:
Venice
Depart:
Venice
We conducted our first biking tour in Puglia (aka Apuglia) in 1999 and we've watched the travel world slowly rediscover a region that in ancient times was the gateway to adventure and exploration. This trip has it all; tour olive oil producers, cheese makers and wineries; see Italy's largest underground grotto and more. All of this and more as we offer daily rides to suit the novice to the advanced cyclist.
8 Days / 7 Nights
4 to 5 star
Easy to Moderate
Meet:
Polignano a Mare/Bari
Depart:
Gallipoli
Your Sardinia/Corsica (Sardegna/Corse) trip has been designed to take full advantage of two extraordinary islands rich in natural beauty, history and culture while participating in a variety of bike rides & excursions in Italy and France.
9 Days / 8 Nights
3 & 4 star
Moderate
Meet:
Alghero, Sardinia
Depart:
Ajaccio, Corsica
Your Sardinia (Sardegna) trip has been designed to take full advantage of the island's rich natural beauty, history and culture while participating in a variety of bike rides & excursions in the northern region of this magnificent Italian island paradise. Highlights include visit to Grotto Nettuno, and the old Roman spa in Fordongianus, a ride across the Gennargentu Mountain Range , and a beautiful ride up Genna Silana Pass and the deepest canyon in Europe. Coastal stays, wine tasting, local farm visit and Nuraghe archeological sites explored..
8 Days / 7 Nights
3 & 4 star
Challenging
Meet:
Alghero, Sardinia
Depart:
Olbia, Sardinia
Ride across Sicily, from the coast, through the mountains and back to the coast. Beautiful scenery and fascinating culture and food abound.
8 Days / 7 Nights
3 & 4 star
intermediate
Meet:
Palermo Airport
Depart:
Catania Airport
Ride within the oldest inhabited regions of the island. Starting from the Island town or Ortygia/Siracusa, the most important city in antiquity to Taormina a coastal paradise. We ride to ceramics centers and Roman villas, then tour Mt Etna and explore archaeological treasures.
7 Days / 6 Nights
3 & 4 star
Moderate
Meet:
Catania
Depart:
Catania
We designed this trip to suit all levels of riders; bike along Sicily's clear coastal waters and roll through the quiet rural interior on our way to fascinating towns such as Cefalu, Marsala and Palermo. Along the way we explore the Salt Flats of Trapani, the Greek ruins of Segesta, the tiny islands of Mozia, Sicily's first two nature reserves & much more.
8 Days / 7 Nights
4 star
Easy and Moderate
Meet:
San Stefano di Camastra
Depart:
Palermo
Enjoy this walking tour through many layers of history and visit the main sites of Sicily's most important eras. Tour Mt Etna and one of its important wineries; enjoy city tours, archaeological parks and ruinous sites. Walk withing the Alcantara Gorge and the Pantalica Necropolis where Sicily's first inhabitants resided.
7 Days / 6 Nights
3 & 4 star
Easy
Meet:
Catania
Depart:
Taormina
Two amazing regions in one tour. Biking in Tuscany then hiking in the Cinque Terre is an active traveler's dream come true. Enjoying a Chianti Classico by the infinity pool spilling into the vineyards then boat over to the nearby island for a seafood feast after a walk along the terraced cliff-side of the Cinque Terre Coast.
8 Days / 7 Nights
3 & 4 star
Moderate
Meet:
Florence
Depart:
Sestri Levante
Starting from a Small villa winery/farmstay in the Chianti you cycle into an agrarian wonderland. Savor full course meals and witness a cultural history dating back to the days of Italy's original inhabitants-the Etruscans. E-bikes are available & multiple options on routes.
6 Days / 5 Nights
3 & 4 star
Moderate
Meet:
Florence
Depart:
Chiusi/Siena
We meet in Siena where we depart early for the quieter region of Brunello wines and pecorino cheese then discover Umbria and the splendor of it's magnificent hill towns from its Roman and Etruscan past. Visit Assisi and ceramics center of Deruta while you indulge in the rich cuisine and fine wines to end your days.
8 Days / 7 Nights
3 & 4 star
Moderate
Meet:
Siena
Depart:
Spello
Enjoy a variety of walks and excursions in the Tuscany area and an optional afternoon of cooking at a boutique winery in the Chianti. Stay in medieval heart of San Gimignano then visit the Carrara marble mines before hiking the Cinque Terre Coast and Portofino.
8 Days / 7 Nights
3 & 4 star
Easy and Moderate
Meet:
Florence
Depart:
Sestri Levante
Walk within the heart of the Chianti wine region & participate in an optional cooking class. Then stroll through the regions near Siena & multi-towered San Gimignano. After your walks, relax and enjoy la dolce vita with a gelato, maybe try a glass of Vernaccia on a terrace over-looking the very vineyards where it was made. At night, watch the stars come out knowing that your only decision is which of the many delicious choices you’ll have to order for dinner.
7 Days / 6 Nights
3 & 4 star
Easy and Moderate
Meet:
Florence
Depart:
Chiusi/Siena
Discover why Veneto is the most opulent of all the Italian provinces. This tour is loaded with excursions in a fairly flat region of Italy. Visit Palladian Villas, tour prosecco wineries, Canova's sculpture museum and much more along quiet roads lined with eye-candy.
7 Days / 6 Nights
3 & 4 star
Easy and Moderate
Meet:
Venice
Depart:
Montagnana
Ride from Austria into Italy and enjoy 13 days of epic climbs and jaw dropping scenery as you cycle ~1000km and 30,000m through some of Europe's most spectacular cycling route from the Austrian and into the Italian Alps. We meet in Innsbruck and make our way via the Brenner Pass into Italy to warm up for the mighty Stelvio Pass and much more...
15 Days / 14 Nights
4-5 star
Advanced
Meet:
Innsbruck
Depart:
Innsbruck
Trips during the Giro d'Italia are designed for the avid cyclists who wish to ride while engaging in at least 2 days of watching the event up close and personal. For 2022 we will be heading to the Deep South of Italy and watching the stages on the island of Sicily. “To have seen Italy without seeing Sicily is not to have seen Italy at all, for Sicily is the clue to everything.” –Goethe
7 Days / 6 Nights
3 star
Intermediate
Meet:
Palermo Airport
Depart:
Catania Airport
The Stelvio, Mortirolo, Gavia, Passo Giau, the list of climbs goes on and on. During this tour you will get to know the true classic climbs of norhtern Italy, steeped in cycling history and Giro d'Italia memories. Our tour, based in two locatons - Bormio and then Corvara - Minimizes the hassle of packing and unpacking your bags day and maximizes our ride time. The riding is Challenging but rewarding, and the food and culture are second to none.
8 Days / 7 Nights
3 & 4 star
Advanced
Meet:
Milan Malpensa Airport
Depart:
Venice Airport
Join us for 6 or 8 day tour during the Maratona Grand Fondo. As an official Tour operator we guarantee entry to the event. The "Maratona" is a large-scale Grand Fondo offering three possible routes: Maratona full Course (138 km), Middle Course (106 km) and Sellaronda Course (55 km).
6 Days / 5 Nights
3 & 4 star
Intermediate
Meet:
Venice
Depart:
Venice
Your Sardinia (Sardegna) trip has been designed to take full advantage of the island's rich natural beauty, history and culture while participating in a variety of bike rides & excursions in the northern region of this magnificent Italian island paradise. Highlights include visit to Grotto Nettuno, and the old Roman spa in Fordongianus, a ride across the Gennargentu Mountain Range , and a beautiful ride up Genna Silana Pass and the deepest canyon in Europe. Coastal stays, wine tasting, local farm visit and Nuraghe archeological sites explored..
8 Days / 7 Nights
3 & 4 star
Challenging
Meet:
Alghero, Sardinia
Depart:
Olbia, Sardinia
Ride across Sicily, from the coast, through the mountains and back to the coast. Beautiful scenery and fascinating culture and food abound.
8 Days / 7 Nights
3 & 4 star
intermediate
Meet:
Palermo Airport
Depart:
Catania Airport
Charming Southern Italy; the hidden Italy one dreams to experience. Bike within the Grand Sila and through the wine area of Cirò and Crotone in a land where life is simple yet fascinating.
9 Days / 8 Nights
3 & 4 star
Moderate
Meet:
Lamezia Terme/Tropea
Depart:
Lamezia Terme
Emilia Romagna is an agrarian wonderland that offers culinary delights which make Italy the world's finest kitchen. Enjoy this easy biking tour that explores the Po River Valley and all its treasures. A wonderful trip for families and beginning cyclists who wish to be active and partake in several side trips and tours.
8 Days / 7 Nights
3 & 4 star
Easy
Meet:
Chioggia
Depart:
Modena
Visit the historic Villas, tour its vineyards and sample the San Daniele Prosciutto of Italy's Friuli region before crossing the border into Slovenia. Then visit Europe's largest underground grotto before gliding down the Adriatic Coast to Trieste.
7 Days / 6 Nights
3 & 4 star
Easy and Moderate
Meet:
Codroipo (near Venice)
Depart:
Trieste
Trips during the Giro d'Italia are designed for the avid cyclists who wish to ride while engaging in at least 2 days of watching the event up close and personal. For 2022 we will be heading to the Deep South of Italy and watching the stages on the island of Sicily. “To have seen Italy without seeing Sicily is not to have seen Italy at all, for Sicily is the clue to everything.” –Goethe
7 Days / 6 Nights
3 star
Intermediate
Meet:
Palermo Airport
Depart:
Catania Airport
We conducted our first biking tour in Puglia (aka Apuglia) in 1999 and we've watched the travel world slowly rediscover a region that in ancient times was the gateway to adventure and exploration. This trip has it all; tour olive oil producers, cheese makers and wineries; see Italy's largest underground grotto and more. All of this and more as we offer daily rides to suit the novice to the advanced cyclist.
8 Days / 7 Nights
4 to 5 star
Easy to Moderate
Meet:
Polignano a Mare/Bari
Depart:
Gallipoli
Your Sardinia/Corsica (Sardegna/Corse) trip has been designed to take full advantage of two extraordinary islands rich in natural beauty, history and culture while participating in a variety of bike rides & excursions in Italy and France.
9 Days / 8 Nights
3 & 4 star
Moderate
Meet:
Alghero, Sardinia
Depart:
Ajaccio, Corsica
Ride within the oldest inhabited regions of the island. Starting from the Island town or Ortygia/Siracusa, the most important city in antiquity to Taormina a coastal paradise. We ride to ceramics centers and Roman villas, then tour Mt Etna and explore archaeological treasures.
7 Days / 6 Nights
3 & 4 star
Moderate
Meet:
Catania
Depart:
Catania
We designed this trip to suit all levels of riders; bike along Sicily's clear coastal waters and roll through the quiet rural interior on our way to fascinating towns such as Cefalu, Marsala and Palermo. Along the way we explore the Salt Flats of Trapani, the Greek ruins of Segesta, the tiny islands of Mozia, Sicily's first two nature reserves & much more.
8 Days / 7 Nights
4 star
Easy and Moderate
Meet:
San Stefano di Camastra
Depart:
Palermo
Two amazing regions in one tour. Biking in Tuscany then hiking in the Cinque Terre is an active traveler's dream come true. Enjoying a Chianti Classico by the infinity pool spilling into the vineyards then boat over to the nearby island for a seafood feast after a walk along the terraced cliff-side of the Cinque Terre Coast.
8 Days / 7 Nights
3 & 4 star
Moderate
Meet:
Florence
Depart:
Sestri Levante
Starting from a Small villa winery/farmstay in the Chianti you cycle into an agrarian wonderland. Savor full course meals and witness a cultural history dating back to the days of Italy's original inhabitants-the Etruscans. E-bikes are available & multiple options on routes.
6 Days / 5 Nights
3 & 4 star
Moderate
Meet:
Florence
Depart:
Chiusi/Siena
We meet in Siena where we depart early for the quieter region of Brunello wines and pecorino cheese then discover Umbria and the splendor of it's magnificent hill towns from its Roman and Etruscan past. Visit Assisi and ceramics center of Deruta while you indulge in the rich cuisine and fine wines to end your days.
8 Days / 7 Nights
3 & 4 star
Moderate
Meet:
Siena
Depart:
Spello
Discover why Veneto is the most opulent of all the Italian provinces. This tour is loaded with excursions in a fairly flat region of Italy. Visit Palladian Villas, tour prosecco wineries, Canova's sculpture museum and much more along quiet roads lined with eye-candy.
7 Days / 6 Nights
3 & 4 star
Easy and Moderate
Meet:
Venice
Depart:
Montagnana
Two amazing regions in one tour. Biking in Tuscany then hiking in the Cinque Terre is an active traveler's dream come true. Enjoying a Chianti Classico by the infinity pool spilling into the vineyards then boat over to the nearby island for a seafood feast after a walk along the terraced cliff-side of the Cinque Terre Coast.
8 Days / 7 Nights
3 & 4 star
Moderate
Meet:
Florence
Depart:
Sestri Levante
The spectacular Amalfi Coast and Isle of Capri offers walks along iconic trails such as "The Path of the Gods" and "Walk of the Mills" ; then visit the Augustan Gardens and Villa Cimbrone in Ravello before we spoil ourselves with amazing multi-course meals and delicious limoncello.
6 Days / 5 Nights
4 star
Moderate
Meet:
Sorrento
Depart:
Amalfi
Walk to each of the 5 of the fishing villages that make up the Cinque Terre ; then explore the famous Portofino region that includes the secluded Abbey San Fruttuoso.
6 Days / 5 Nights
3 & 4 star
Easy to Intermediate
Meet:
La Spezia
Depart:
Sestri Levante
Spires to the Sky - The Dolomite National Park is a hikers paradise offering visitors the opportunity to walk within some of the highest pastureland in the European Alps surrounded by some of the most spectacular peaks in the world. We offer daily guided walking options along trails to suit your desired daily pace and distance. Then enjoy excellent 4-star lodgings within these magnificent mountains.
7 Days / 6 Nights
4 star
Moderate
Meet:
Bolzano
Depart:
Cortina
Explore the gentle historic slopes of the Italian Lakes District; starting from Lago di Como we visit 4 lakes ending in the quaint Lago d'Orta. . Between the lush green Alpine hills on the Italian Swiss frontier, the deep blue lakes, replenished by glacial runoff, have attracted Roman leaders, aristocratic Europeans and prominent writers for centuries to its inspiring lake-sides.
7 Days / 6 Nights
3 & 4 star
Easy to Moderate
Meet:
Como
Depart:
Arona
Enjoy this walking tour through many layers of history and visit the main sites of Sicily's most important eras. Tour Mt Etna and one of its important wineries; enjoy city tours, archaeological parks and ruinous sites. Walk withing the Alcantara Gorge and the Pantalica Necropolis where Sicily's first inhabitants resided.
7 Days / 6 Nights
3 & 4 star
Easy
Meet:
Catania
Depart:
Taormina
Enjoy a variety of walks and excursions in the Tuscany area and an optional afternoon of cooking at a boutique winery in the Chianti. Stay in medieval heart of San Gimignano then visit the Carrara marble mines before hiking the Cinque Terre Coast and Portofino.
8 Days / 7 Nights
3 & 4 star
Easy and Moderate
Meet:
Florence
Depart:
Sestri Levante
Walk within the heart of the Chianti wine region & participate in an optional cooking class. Then stroll through the regions near Siena & multi-towered San Gimignano. After your walks, relax and enjoy la dolce vita with a gelato, maybe try a glass of Vernaccia on a terrace over-looking the very vineyards where it was made. At night, watch the stars come out knowing that your only decision is which of the many delicious choices you’ll have to order for dinner.
7 Days / 6 Nights
3 & 4 star
Easy and Moderate
Meet:
Florence
Depart:
Chiusi/Siena
