Friday 12th May 2017
Morning arrival
Friday transfer to Desenzano del Garda
Via a Guided tour of the Colnago Museum, hosted by Ernesto Colnago
Then off to the hotel, relax unwind and enjoy the Lake while your bike is assembled
Saturday 13th
Guided Tour with Andrea Tonti
Afternoon free to wonder the amazing capital of Lago de Garda
Race entry package collection
Saturday evening
VIP Dinner with the Colnago Family
Sunday 14th
Colnago Cycling Festival, front row starting position
Special VIP after event lunch
Monday 15th
Ride and transfer
We ride via a short visit to Sirmione
Then off to Riva del Garda for lunch, while enjoying the northern part of Lago de Garda
Bikes will be packed into the bus for our drive to Bormio
Tuesday 16th
Ride Day
Bormio / Tirano / Saint Moritz / Bormio with a TWIST
Wednesday 17th
Ride Day
Stelvio Loop, we ride both sides of this Iconic Classic
Thursday 18th
Ride Day
Double Up Day, Mortirolo and Gavia
Friday 19th
Rest Day and Transfer to Corvara
Saturday 20th
Ride Day
Passo dell Erbe, a little known and ridden loop
Sunday 21st
Ride Day
Maratona Medio Loop
Monday 22nd
Ride Day
Passo Fedaia / Marmolada / Special Treat
Tuesday 23rd
Ride Day
Passo Gaiu / Tre Cime Laverado
Wednesday 24th
Transfer to ????
Thursday 25th
Friday 26th
Saturday 27th
Sunday 28th
Once the Giro is announced then I will finalise the last 4 days
Also once it is finalised I will finalise the costs of the package
The cost will also be reliant on numbers
We will also have 2 guides, 1 mechanic / driver
Bike hire will be available
2017 Trip Details:
Giro D’Italia Duration: 17 nights
Dates: Friday 12th to Monday 29th May 2017
Giro Start: Milan aeroporto
Accommodation: Min 3* Hotels.
Group: Max 15
Cost: GBP £ pp twin share
Deposit: GBP £250
Included:
• Professional Bespoke-Velo, bike guides,
• Full guided tours,
• 17 nights accommodation
• Breakfast and most evening meals
• Mechanical and Support Vehicle
• Organised Lunch stops
• Fresh bananas on ride
• Energy drinks supplied on ride
• Bike wash facilities
• Baggage transfer
• Secure Bike facility
• Cycling Pack
What's Not Included.
• Airfares and train fares and airport transfers
• Travel insurance
• Bike Rental
• Helmet or shoe rental
• Bike Insurance
• All lunches and some evening meals
• Alcohol
Highlights:
Watch and Ride Stages of the 100th Giro plus all the Iconic Italian Mountains
We ride every day, more or less
Less transfers, staying in fewer locations.
Who is this trip for?
This trip is suited to anyone with an interest in cycling and who wants to experience first hand, Italy’s Grand Tour. Italy is il cuore del ciclismo, unequalled scenery, friendly people and don’t forget the food and wine. Plus more cycling than you can imagine.
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with Bespoke Velo
17 nights
Bespoke-Velo are experienced in racing and touring on road bikes. We have done a huge amount of event producing and managing of events, both in Australia and in the UK. We understand what makes a great cycling event or tour from having seen and experienced it from both sides. We take pride in talking to you the client of your dream ride / holiday / escape, and through our years of living and working in Italy and the co-operation with our Italian friends and partners we can offer you the best recommended package for your Cycling Vacation.