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Are your easily seduced by an incredible view? Do the gods of gelato and pasta call your name? Does your yearning to explore pull on your heartstrings when you hear the word “travel”? Do your dreams include spinning down quiet roads with your senses fully alive, absorbing the world’s most amazing cultures and spectacular scenery? Thirty years ago, I followed my childhood passion for cycling, culture and landscapes and created Ciclismo Classico. My desire was to develop the most culturally intriguing and gorgeous cycling experiences in the world. Along the way, I also discovered my life's purpose: to share my favorite places and inspire pedaling wanderlusts to discover and embrace their own interests and passions.
Celebrating 30 Years of Pedaling Passion! Following this path, I have reignited my passion for photography and discovered that experiencing the world through a lens can allow a very similar, albeit slower, deep dive into the spirit of a place. While cycling is meditation in motion, photography offers a very special and mindful immersion into a place. Both expand our sensory experience of the world like nothing else!
Buona Pedalata!
Lauren Hefferon, Founder and Director, Ciclismo Classico
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In addition to cycling tours, our award-winning, “capture-your-passion” offerings now include picture-perfect photography tours for the culturally curious. These Travel Vision Journeys in Argentina, Alaska, Tanzania and more will teach you about the world’s most enchanting cultures, nature and precious landscapes through an exclusive photographic experience. These perfectly crafted itineraries include daily classroom workshops and hands-on practice while you explore with our master photography guides.
At Ciclismo Classico, the pioneers in bicycle travel since 1989, creating an active experience that sparks your passion is our sole mission. Like chefs who intuitively know, love and seek out delicious flavors to blend into a succulent dish, our Ciclismo Classico itinerary-dream-team combines an insatiable love of cycling, travel and culture with a rich imagination for creating one-of-a-kind itineraries. This special blend of ingredients, the “Magical Ciclismo Menu,” has earned dozens of awards and thousands of accolades and is a feast for the senses that will win a place in your heart. That is my personal guarantee. Are you ready to soar through a landscape and pedal to your heart’s content? Do you long to follow your curiosity, wander through ancient villages and listen to the sounds of life play a soulful tune? Can’t resist stopping and taking hundreds of photos? Why wait to enjoy these sensory adventures? You deserve to follow your passions, live life to its fullest, sleep like a baby and awaken excited do it all over again! After inspiring thousands of guests and designing the world’s most innovative cycling itineraries, one simple principle remains at our Ciclismo Core: Life should be active, fun, delicious, educational, strengthening, energizing and deeply connected to beautiful places and their people. Whether you are pedaling a bicycle or looking through a lens, you will discover, on a Ciclismo Classico tour, that life itself is a dream waiting to happen.
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Table of Contents The Ciclismo Difference
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Our Lodgings
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Our Foodie Tours
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Our Guides
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We Have a Tour for Every Taste
Esplorare
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Organize a Group
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Ability Levels
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Easy Bike Tours
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Athletic Beginner Bike Tours
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Intermediate Bike Tours
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Advanced Bike Tours
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Family Bike Tours
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Hiking Tours
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Ciclismo Your Way
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Travel Vision Journeys: Photo Tours for the Culturally Curious 42–45 Bikes and Gear
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What’s Included on Your Trip
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Awards and Accolades
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Alumni Savings
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2018 Trip Finder
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Refer a Friend / Ciclismo Cares
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Our Ciclismo Team
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What makes a Ciclismo experience magical?
Our exclusive menu of special ingredients.
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Magic Ingredient #1:
Magic Ingredient #3:
EXPERT, LOCAL GUIDES
RAMPING UP YOUR RIDE
Our renowned tour leaders aren’t just fit cyclists showing you all the sights. Most were born and raised in Italy and Europe and live there year-round. They’ll give you the inside running on their home territory and the regions you’ll visit, sharing secrets and tips that only locals are privy to. It’s what Ciclismo Classico is famous for.
Magic Ingredient #2: FUEL, GLORIOUS FUEL
Not the fossil kind, but glorious fuel for you! Each day, feast on gourmet spreads featuring the tasty signature specialties of the region, from homemade tortellini in Italy to crepes stuffed with goat cheese and honey in Provence. Plus, you’ll enjoy the bounty of our famous Ciclismo alfresco picnics—a real treat.
Like true bicycle bambini, our guides have ridden—even raced—thousands of miles in their adventurous lives. In special miniclinics and lessons, they’ll share with you the fine points of shifting, braking, posture, climbing, descending, cadence and more, so that you’ll ride for maximum enjoyment and achieve your personal best.
Magic Ingredient #4: LESSONS IN THE LOCAL LINGO
You won’t be at a loss for words when a local pays you a compliment or gives you directions. Our native guides will conduct a number of efficient, structured language lessons covering important words and phrases that will earn big, welcoming smiles from the locals.
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Magic Ingredient #9:
ON THE SAG WAGON IN STYLE
SNACK-ATTACK THOSE HILLS
Magic Ingredient #5: SPELLBINDING CELEBRATIONS
There’s no other adjective to describe them. Don’t be surprised to roll into a village at the height of a Renaissance fair, community feast or religious celebration like the madcap Festa dei Ceri in Gubbio on the Bike Across Italy tour. We design many trips to coincide with them. Bring plenty of memory cards for your camera!
Magic Ingredient #6: HOME AWAY FROM HOME
When traveling by bicycle, getting an excellent night’s sleep is right up there with gourmet carbs and fabulous scenery. From a rustic farmhouse to a five-star villa, from a medieval castle to a cute cottage, we make sure your nightly “casa” reflects the character of your destination.
Need a breather? Hop in the Ciclismo support van, your air-conditioned deli, tool shed, cafe and hangout. Rest your wheels, crack open a box of biscotti and follow the route until you’re ready to roll on that magic pavement again. Caveat: the guides might get you singing “Volare” or some other classic Italian tune while you enjoy the ride.
DOPO IL GIRO FUN: Divertirsi!
That means “after your ride, have fun!” in Italian. You’ve parked your wheels, indulged in dinner, what’s next? Gelato strolls, dancing la tarantella in the piazza, spontaneous serenades and even a latenight dip in the Mediterranean are just some of the ideas our guides conjure up for that all-important nightcap. Dormire bene—another magic day awaits your willing wheels.
We make sure you keep your body fueled regularly with water, fresh fruit and high-energy snacks sourced locally when we can. Think—or rather scarf— orange-and-chocolate pane dell’orso (bear bread), piping hot pastries and va bene, you better start pedaling.
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Want to enjoy a slice of heaven?
The last mile is done and dusted. You’re ready to step out of those stiff-soled shoes, drink from a glass rather than a plastic spout and lay your weary helmet on a smooth, fat pillow. We’ve already gone ahead and placed your luggage neatly in your room. And what a room it is... Our guides carefully select and test each lodging—whether it’s a cozy inn, guest house, monastery or medieval castle—as much for its local flavor and welcome as its amenities and convenience.
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You’ll love our lodgings.
Château de Mercuès
As seen on: Bike Across France In an imposing
13th-century castle, this four-star hotel is located on a wine estate close to the village of Mercuès. Rooms and suites have a unique atmosphere and décor combining seduction and sophistication with tradition, peace, comfort and practicality. There's an upscale restaurant serving regional dishes along with the chateau's wines. Other amenities include an outdoor pool, a lounge bar, a tennis court and parkland with running and walking trails.
Parador de Baiona
As seen on: Northern Portugal Located on the
Monterreal Peninsula in the Rías Baixas region of Spain, this medieval fortress offers jaw-dropping views of sunsets over the Cíes Islands. With its unique stone staircase entrance, spectacular seaside views and elegant rooms, the Parador will instantly make you feel like royalty. Its magical gardens and vast landscape also make it the ultimate paradise.
Sovana Hotel & Resort
As seen on: Bike Across Italy This elegant and intimate four-star resort is located in Tuscany with gorgeous views of Tuscan hills, Romanesque cathedrals and olive groves. The breakfast hall and large outdoor garden filled with olive trees have one-of-a-kind views of ancient Etruscan Sovana ruins. This hotel also has a pool and solarium. Each room has been built around the original structure of the ancient mansion and fitted with modern comforts.
Sextantio Le Grotte della Civita
As seen on: La Bella Puglia and Bike Across Southern Italy The Sextantio Le Grotte della Civita is truly an amazing
experience for all travelers. Located in the oldest part of the Sassi, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Matera, Italy, this fourstar hotel houses 18 rooms and an ancient church. What sets this hotel apart is its historical significance. Its rooms are actual caves that were restored many years ago.
Le Clervaux
As seen on: Bike Across Belgium This five-star
boutique and design hotel is located in the center of the small town of Clervaux, at the heart of the Luxembourg Ardennes. Their spa is equipped with a sauna, swimming pool with waterfall and whirlpool, and many other amenities. The suites are partially equipped with large luxury handmade beds crafted by Hästens. Breakfast is fresh from the farmer with traditional and fine regional specialties.
Tenuta Monacelle
As seen on: La Bella Puglia At Tenuta Monacelle, you'll
get the ultimate Puglia experience: its rooms are built in remarkable trulli structures. Set atop the Selva di Fasano, this property is a true respite where you can stroll peaceful lanes among fragrant gardens, enjoy a real Pugliese feast and let the staff welcome you like family. For dates & prices, see pages 50–51 or visit CICLISMOCLASSICO.COM
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Want to savor every drop of life?
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Evening Feasts An important ingredient of our tours is making your gastronomic fantasies come true! Our evening feasts offer a generous variety of local specialties—all made with only the finest and freshest ingredients. We want you to relax, laugh and reflect on the day’s adventure while twirling fettuccine and sipping the finest Barolo.
Super Snacks
Top Foodie Tours á Amalfi Stroll
In addition to the basic munchies throughout the day, we offer great local specialties such as orange and chocolate pane dell'orso, piping hot pastries or fresh figs picked right from the tree! Water is great but fresh almond milk really hits the spot. Refuel and recharge during our scheduled group stops.
é Savor Sardinia
á Divine Provence
é Heart of Tuscany
á Piedmont: Land of Barolo & Truffles
é Bike Across Belgium á Cilento Coast
Indulge in a gastronomic fantasy. Cooking Lessons & Tastings
" There's no better way to enjoy fabulous food and wine than with friends you've cycled with all day." — DAWN M., BIRMINGHAM, MI
Every Ciclismo tour includes at least one cooking lesson or demonstration (more can be arranged!) with our local friends who are as passionate about food as they are about sharing it with you. Interested in a celebrity chef tour? We can arrange that too!
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What’s the Ciclismo secret sauce?
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Guiding Principle #1:
Guiding Principle #2:
TRANQUILLO: PUTTING YOU AT EASE—IMMEDIATELY
CASA MIA É CASA TUA
Even in a small group, feeling at ease with your travelmates is key to creating the perfect cycling adventure. Our gregarious guides break the ice between you and other travelers, no matter what corner of the world they come from. Before you know it, you’ll be talking travel memories, ancient history, wine varietals and more. With our guides as your mutual connection, you’ll forge lasting friendships and feel like you’re traveling with family.
A warm welcome into our guides’ hometowns (and, in some cases, their own homes!) is a given. But tagging along to their favorites—gelaterias that serve up Dolomite-sized servings, ancient murals that have been long tucked away in a barn— is like visiting a long-lost cousin who knows all the secret spots. Connections with the local people—and their enthusiasm—is what distinguishes a Ciclismo Classico Guide from others in the field.
World's greates t guides
What inspires our guests to return year after year for their annual active vacation, birthday, wedding or other milestone moment in their life? Our guides’ passion for their work and years of expertise. In our 30 years of operation, we’ve received countless letters of adoration and appreciation from guests thanking our highly experienced, and often local, guides for hosting the perfect tour. Tours that create deep cultural connections with the areas you travel through, tours that take you on an insider’s adventure of Italy and beyond, tours that are led by our amazing guides… and our own Ciclismo Guiding Principles.
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SEMPRE SORRIDENTE: STELLAR SUPPORT, MILE AFTER MILE
CICLISTI: EXPERT COACHING TO MAKE YOU A BETTER CYCLIST
Whether cycling alongside you or tailing you in our support van, your guide is always on the spot, making sure you stay on track, keeping your water bottles full and ensuring you have everything you need for a perfect day of bicycle travel. Mechanical problem? No problem! Our guides have the tools and experience, and our mobile bike van is never more than a crank-turn away.
No matter how athletic you are, there’s always room to get more from your ride. Our guides are expert cyclists, former competitive racers and experienced distance bicycle travelers, and have plenty of other cycling credentials. Most importantly, they love sharing their cycling expertise, and offer at least three structured clinics and personalized coaching tips to make your ride safer, better and more effective.
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Guiding Principle #6:
PROFESSIONALE E ATTENTO
RIMANI IN CONTATTO: STAY CONNECTED
Our guides are the first to rise and the last to bed—it’s a lot of work to make sure your tour runs like a well-oiled machine! Their professionalism is enhanced by their innate ability to care for each and every individual guest. They delight in showing off their homeland in a way that unforgettably ignites your passions—whatever they may be. We carefully select guides who foster these surprisingly rare dual qualities.
Our guides love to stay in touch post-tour. Via Facebook, Skype, email, blogs—even a personal visit—our guides keep you up to speed on upcoming events, giving you plenty of reasons to return to their homeland. They love hearing your thoughts on what would make your next Ciclismo tour even better. During winter, our guides often come to our Boston office and hit the road to visit their new cycling friends. If you are interested in hosting them at reunion festa in your hometown, please contact our office. For dates & prices, see pages 50–51 or visit CICLISMOCLASSICO.COM
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What trips spark your passion?
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BIGGEST CICLISMO FIRSTS
SAVOR & SIP
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Always innovating, each Ciclismo tour is an unique creation of our itinerarycrazed R&D team. We were the leaders in launching many unique itineraries, including the following original, exclusively Ciclismo tours that no one else has! Argentina: Iberá & Iguazú Bike Across Southern Italy Sud Tyrol Roll Mediterranean Island Hopping Bike Across France
CICLISMO CLASSICS
The originals: still the best for fun and value! Our Ciclismo Classics could not be anywhere else but in the heart of Italia. Our expertly planned tours take you to the most breathtaking places any part of the world has to offer...and beyond. • • • • • • • • • •
Heart of Tuscany Bike Across Italy La Bella Puglia Assaggio Toscana Piedmont: Land of Barolo & Truffles Bike Across Southern Italy Bike Across France Italian Lakes Savor Sardinia Mediterranean Island Hopping
THE NEWBIE
Don’t breathe down my back tire. You’ve ridden around the block—now it’s time to take over the world! Welcome to Bicycle Touring 101. These relatively easy trips are light on pedaling, heavy on sightseeing and a great appetizer for our full menu of tours. With no prizes for being first and a support vehicle never too far away, you can rest and build fitness as you go. • • • • •
Assaggio Toscana Loire Valley Sud Tyrol Roll To Venice, Con Gusto La Bella Puglia
" This trip far exceeded expectations! We are forever spoiled with food and wine, and will never be able to do another ride at home without thinking about how great we had it with Ciclismo in Tuscany! The group was the best group of people we could have imagined."
You are as passionate about antipasti as you are about pedaling. Cycle your way to the intersection of culture and cuisine on any of our Savor & Sip tours. You’ll pedal at your pace, stopping to sample red wine and more.... Piedmont: Land of Barolo & Truffles Heart of Tuscany To Venice, Con Gusto La Bella Sicilia Savor Sardinia Assaggio Toscana Divine Provence
ISLANDS
Get ready to be cast away and dive into a magical world surrounded by the sea. Ciclismo Classico thinks island tours are the perfect way to experience un piccolo mondo. No other tour company has been pedaling islands as long as we have. • • • • • • •
La Bella Sicilia Savor Sardinia Fun in the Sardinian Sun Mediterranean Island Hopping Marvelous Mallorca Azores Ireland
— JULIE M., CHICAGO, IL
COMPOSE AND CREATE
When landscapes, villages and markets inspire you, connect with your camera and your bike. Are you ready to compose and click at every turn? Want to learn how to better compose the cultures and landscape? Come share your passion with others and create images that capture the essence of your precious travel experience. • • • • •
Argentina: Vision & Vine Argentina: Iberá & Iguazú Galapagos Magic The Best of Patagonia Tuscan Vision & Vine
We’ve got a tour for every tas te !
FAMILY FUNSTERS
I want to bond with my bambini on biciclette. A well-traveled child grows into a worldly adult. Our family tours give you the chance to cycle (or kayak, or hike…) with your outdoor progeny—long before they’re ready to vanish with the keys to the family car—to teach them a healthier way to get from place to place. Savor these priceless moments while you still can. • • • • •
Sud Tyrol Roll Tuscan Fantasy Fun in the Sardinian Sun Provence Pour La Famille Many of our easier standard tours can be customized for families too!
CULTURE CONNOISSEURS
Cycling just makes the grappa more gratifying. Nibble on Botticelli for breakfast, feast on Leonardo for lunch and you are still hungry for more. Break for a history lesson or stop to hear the story of an ancient olive oil press. Miles are the means to a superenriched day of learning. Curiosity is fuel and you learn as much as you can on each ride. • • • • • •
Bike Across Italy Heart of Tuscany Bike Across France Divine Provence Italian Lakes Salzburg to Prague
EPIC
These award-winning adventures leave no switchback left unseen. Fly across Italy’s fabled, historic heart. Conquer the heroic passes of the Dolomites. No matter what trip you choose, you’ll cycle through magnificent landscapes. • • • •
Verona to Salzburg Majestic Dolomites Epic Italy Pyrenees — Sea to Sea
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Organize a group!
Cruising down pristine roads through breathtaking countryside scenery, stopping to chat with the locals and eating and drinking your fill each night… How could the magic of a Ciclismo trip get any better? Only by adding your best friends to the tour! We have 30 years of experience in helping group organizers create the vacation of a lifetime. Let us help with the logistics of a cycling tour through Italy while you grab your family, closest friends, cycling buddies or co-workers.
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Benefits of being a group organizer: á Travel with a group handpicked by you Group organizers upgrade for free to a carbon bike á A great vacation for your friends and a great deal for you as group organizer A custom web page and other marketing materials to help promote your trip to your friends á A dedicated tour consultant to work with you from start to finish
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Special group savings:
é Gather 6 guests and the 7th receives $1,000 off OR á Gather 11 guests and the 12th travels free
What's your pace?
o t u o y h c t a m We’ll the perfect tour. EASY Perfect for the cycling newbie who already enjoys being active, or anyone who just wants to take it easy. Pedal at a meandering pace, stopping to take pictures, savor a leisurely lunch and explore the surroundings. Enjoy quiet roads along flat and rolling terrain zigzagging through vineyards, olive groves and farmland. Average daily distance: 18–35 miles. Terrain: flat. Our guides offer intro cycling clinics and one-on-one coaching in cadence, shifting and efficient bicycling position.
ATHLETIC BEGINNER You’re not an avid cyclist, but you are fit and love to exercise regularly. You cycle 2–3 times a week and enjoy exploring on your bike. Enjoy flowing pace with plenty of time throughout the day to indulge in the local specialties, take in the local culture and enjoy the magnificent views. There will be an occasional hill, more rolling terrain and higher mileage. Average daily distance: 35–45 miles. Terrain: flat and rolling. Our guides will offer cycling clinics and one-on-one coaching in cadence, positioning and the art of shifting efficiently on rolling hills.
INTERMEDIATE You love being active and cycling is your preferred way. You are in good physical condition and ride whenever you can. Intermediate tours maintain a steady pace with opportunities to push yourself by tackling challenging climbs with great descents over stunning terrain. You'll still have time to explore and enjoy the landscape and towns you'll visit. Average daily distance: 40–50 miles. Terrain: rolling with some hills. Guides will be ready to take you to the next level and teach you all the tricks on how to best descend, climb, ride in a group and even how to fix a flat!
ADVANCED You are an avid cyclist who trains regularly, participates in bicycling events and is eager to plan their next bicycling vacation. You enjoy a vigorous ride, challenging climbs and thrilling descents. These tours have plenty of classic climbs and spectacular views, and are perfect for cyclists who covet long mileage with lots of hills and varying terrain. Average daily distance: 45+ miles. Terrain: hilly with long climbs. You are ready to go wheel-to-wheel with one of our expert professional cycling guides who has had years of training, racing and gran fondo experience.
FAMILY Filled with easy cycling, accessible culture, endless discovery and healthy, hearty meals. Perfect for families with children under 16, and even older generations, your family will bike, kayak, swim, horseback ride and cook... all while staying in cozy villas and beautiful B&Bs. Bicycling bambini grow into adventurous adults. Start them early and watch young eyes—and minds—open wide. Average daily distance: 18-30 miles. Terrain: flat and paved.
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Sud Tyrol Roll
Easy tours
A dream come true: cycling the Dolomites without the climbs. Cyclists of all abilities will enjoy this cultural and scenically diverse tour that glides (mostly downhill) along the Adige/Etsch River Valley and affords stunning views of the Dolomites to the east and the Alps to the west. For a change of pace, hike for the day through lush mountain meadows filled with wildflowers and framed by snowcapped peaks. EASY 6 days / 5 nights Total miles: 157 miles Average daily distance: 30 miles Terrain: Flat Bike Path Arrive / Depart: Malles / Trento
To Venice, Con Gusto
A leisurely tri-regional eno-gastro journey through Italy’s Po Valley. This bicycle adventure traces a delicious route across three regions: Lombardia, Emilia-Romagna and the Veneto, ending in the exhilarating and romantic city of Venice. We’ll gather our tasting spoons as we spin leisurely from the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mantova along the Po River in Lombardy—crossing the border and into the Food Valley of Emilia-Romagna—to bike-crazed Ferrara. End with an elegant toast in the Veneto region. A unique opportunity to sample sophisticated, tasty foods and wines from three distinct regions. A CC favorite! EASY 6 days / 5 nights Total miles: 146 miles Average daily distance: 27 miles Terrain: Flat
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Arrive / Depart: Mantova / Venice
Bruges to Amsterdam NEW FOR 2018! s q Pedal through diverse landscapes from Belgium to the heart of the Netherlands.
Cycle the medieval quarter of Bruges and traverse the waterways and patchwork landscapes of the Netherlands on this new tour. Starting in Belgium, this scenic cycling route will take you through some of the Netherlands’ most picturesque backdrops, including Zeelandic Flanders and the village of Kinderdijk, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The tour ends in Holland’s capital city of Amsterdam, where you’ll explore its rich history and world-famous, tree-lined canals with a local guide. Photo op, anyone? EASY 8 days / 7 nights Total miles: 186 miles Average daily distance: 27 miles Terrain: Flat Arrive / Depart: Bruges / Amsterdam
Loire Valley Discover the garden of France.
Discover your perfect pace in the beautiful Loire Valley. Once the exclusive paradise of the kings of France, this stunning court is now a UNESCO site open to visitors from all over the world. We have created an easy beginner's itinerary that cruises between quaint villages, quiet forests, rainbowcolored gardens and magnificent castles. And with nightly stays in four-star castles and ancient estates, you'll live the life of a king cycling with us for a week in Loire! EASY 6 days / 5 nights Total miles: 134 miles Average daily distance: 27 miles Terrain: Mostly flat, some bike paths Arrive / Depart: Cour-Cheverny / Saumur
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Athletic Beginner tours
A Feast in Umbria
A TOP GUIDE TOUR s q Unleash your inner foodie in central Italy with Top Guide Andrea Vitali.
Although overlooked by some, Umbria is an undiscovered mystical gem. The only landlocked region in Italy, Umbria rewards travelers with a diverse culture consisting of local traditions, unique cuisine and exceptional wine. On this tour, you’ll pedal through the region’s rich history, observing its Etruscan, Roman and Renaissance influences. Indulge in the perfect blend of nature, art, spirituality and culinary traditions on this new Top Guide Tour. ATHLETIC BEGINNER 6 days / 5 nights
Total miles: 152 miles
Average daily distance: 30 miles Terrain: Flat and rolling Arrive / Depart: Torgiano / Bevagna
La Bella Puglia
Discover the charms of Italy’s rustic Southern region. The gently undulating route is an ideal introduction to the irresistible Basilicata and Puglia regions. Explore the rustic, coastal town of Savelletri, and the unique clusters of conical dwellings of Alberobello as we ride through a landscape dominated by ancient, gnarled olive trees. End in Matera, “The City of Stones,” known for its Sassi cave dwellings. Along the way we’ll be fortified by outstanding local specialties like homemade orecchiette and grilled calamari pulled fresh from the sea. ATHLETIC BEGINNER 9 days / 8 nights Mini tour: 6 days / 5 nights Total miles: 226 miles Average daily distance: 28 miles Terrain: Flat and gently rolling Arrive / Depart: Lecce / Matera
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Assaggio Toscana
Savor a “taste” of Tuscany as we tour the heart of Italy. Our six-day assaggio, or “tasting,” of Tuscany ride is the perfect introduction to Italy’s beloved central region—with a different approach! Pedal to your heart's desire amongst a backdrop of Romanesque-style parish churches, colonial villas and lesser-known crumbling hamlets—almost forgotten in time. Surrounded by the looming Pratomagno range, we’ll cruise along narrow, rippling lanes flush with fig trees, verdant organic gardens, endless olive groves and vineyards. We’ll visit passionate Chianti wine producers, Etruscan ruins and much more before ending this divine week “under the Tuscan sun” in the renowned medieval village of Cortona. Join us in the real Tuscany! ATHLETIC BEGINNER 6 days / 5 nights
Total miles: 125 miles
Average daily distance: 30 miles Terrain: Gently rolling, some flatland Arrive / Depart: Malva / Cortona
Savor Sardinia
Culinary delights, unforgettable sights and the secrets of long lives! Sardinia is often described as a land full of grandeur and pageantry. We see why on this unforgettable journey by bike through the beloved magical, mysterious and scented Sardinia. Excite your palate as we delve into this fascinating, complex cuisine, sip tasty Cannonau wine and cycle a range of rugged landscapes—all while learning the ancestral history and distinctive culture of this place. Join us on a remarkable visit to La Sardegna—where people treat food with sacred respect—revealing the long-sought secrets of longevity! “This land resembles no other place. Sardinia is something else. Enchanting spaces and distances to travel—nothing finished, nothing definitive. It is like freedom itself.” — DH Lawrence ATHLETIC BEGINNER 6 days / 5 nights Total miles: 177 miles Average daily distance: 36 miles Terrain: Rolling Arrive / Depart: Tresnuraghes / Pula
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Ireland
Cycle the West Coast of the Emerald Isle. Ireland is a land that takes hold of the imagination with its breathtaking landscape, welcoming people and ancient heritage. The rolling, neverending green hills meet the coast in an amazing blend of cliffs and rocky beaches. Experience eight days of heaven as you cycle on gently rolling and paved roads through emerald fields, and along the coast to a variety of pubfilled, traditional Irish towns. ATHLETIC BEGINNER 9 days / 8 nights Total miles: 202 miles Average daily distance: 29 miles Terrain: Flat and rolling with some hills Arrive / Depart: Ballyvaughan / Galway
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Divine Provence
From Avignon to Saint-Rémy, let Provence revitalize your senses. Our unique Provence experience immerses you in the art of Van Gogh and the architecture of the Romans. Discover the healing qualities of an afternoon’s pastis while playing pétanque in the piazza. Avignon never looked so deliciously bold and mysterious as we meander the tiny streets once roamed by noblemen and popes not long forgotten. Allez! ATHLETIC BEGINNER 8 days / 7 nights
Total miles: 221 miles
Average daily distance: 35 miles
Terrain: Flat and rolling
Arrive / Depart: Avignon / St. Remy de Provence
Salzburg to Prague Where fairytale landscapes unfold before you. Get a taste of everything that Austria and the Czech Republic have to offer. Begin in Salzburg, a city of vibrant culture and stunning architecture, then travel north into Prague, one of Europe’s most stimulating cities. The views along the ride are unforgettable with majestic mountains, unspoiled farmlands and enchanting valleys that stretch for miles. Storybook cycling! ATHLETIC BEGINNER 9 days / 8 nights Total miles: 261 miles Average daily distance: 32 miles Terrain: Flat and rolling Arrive / Depart: Salzburg / Prague
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Intermediate tours
Bike Across Italy From the Adriatic to the Mediterranean, this classic just keeps getting better. This is a Ciclismo Classico “original” historic journey based on founder Lauren Hefferon’s first solo cycling adventure across central Italy to discover her mother’s Italian roots. On this coast-to-coast bike tour, experience four regions of Italy—Le Marche, Umbria, Lazio and Tuscany— celebrated for their rich history, distinctive local cuisines and stunning panoramas. Each day highlights Italy’s best hilltop villages and most scenic bicycling routes, from the incredible ascent to Orvieto to the grand finale of the Tomobolo di Feniglia. INTERMEDIATE 11 days / 10 nights Total miles: 350 miles Average daily distance: 35 miles Terrain: Rolling hills and daily longer climbs Arrive / Depart: Pesaro / Porto Ercole
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Bike Across France This award-winning, high-demand trip has become a favorite in our Bike Across collection. The 2013 winner of the “50 Tours of a Lifetime” by National Geographic Traveler, this tour spins through three regions of southwestern France: Aquitaine, Midi-Pyrenees and Languedoc-Roussillon. This tour has been beautifully tailored to reveal layers of ancient history, while curiously delving into the local cuisine— and all things French from the vantage point of our saddles! Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring nature as well as the unbelievable cultures and traditions of these regions and distinctly unique corner of Europe. INTERMEDIATE 9 days / 8 nights Total miles: 263 miles Average daily distance: 33 miles Terrain: Rolling with a few climbs Arrive / Depart: St-Émilion / Carcassonne
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Bike Across Switzerland Pristine cycling routes, mountain villages and postcard-perfect views, all distinctly Swiss. The natural beauty of Switzerland is not taken for granted by the Swiss, and because of their inherent appreciation and respect for nature, they have designed and maintained a very sophisticated system of hiking and cycling routes throughout the country. On this tour you will visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bern and ride through the region of Lavaux’s terraced vineyards. The hills come alive as we immerse ourselves in the blues and greens of this astonishingly beautiful country. INTERMEDIATE 8 days / 7 nights
Total miles: 250 miles
Average daily distance: 50 miles Terrain: Flat and rolling with a few climbs Arrive / Depart: Lucerne / Morges
Bike Across Belgium The beer-lover's dream trip! Biking and beer tasting along an award-winning itinerary. For pedaling aficionados, Belgium is a bicycling mecca to include on your bucket list. Belgium’s own cycling history is almost as long as the history of cycling itself. Our one-of-a-kind tour gives you access to more boutique breweries than any other European bicycle tour. For travelers who love to bike and taste beer, this is the ideal combo trip for you! Selected by Outside Magazine as a “Best Foodie Destination” in their 2014 Travel Awards. INTERMEDIATE 9 days / 8 nights Total miles: 326 miles Average daily distance: 41 miles Terrain: Flat and rolling Arrive / Depart: Clervaux / Bruges
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Munich to Verona
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Connect the cultures of three nations on two wheels. Starting in the medieval city of Munich, this tour takes you through magical landscapes across Germany, Austria and Italy. Visit some of the most popular sights in all of Europe, including the surreal Neuschwanstein Castle in the Bavarian Alps, which was built by King Ludwig II. Ride through the hilly vineyards of Bolzano to the ancient Roman town of Trento. Unearth the beauty of Verona with the help of a local guide and discover why Shakespeare made this Italian city the setting for Romeo and Juliet! INTERMEDIATE 11 days / 10 nights
Total miles: 344 miles
Average daily distance: 43 miles Terrain: Rolling hills with some flat paths Arrive / Depart: Munich / Verona
AZORES
NEW FOR 2018! s q The dramatic, lush landscape and natural wonders of
Sao Miguel island are guaranteed to surprise and delight! On the largest of Portugal’s archipelago in the Atlantic, you’ll embark on a rolling discovery that is a feast for the senses. Your appetite will be delighted by the freshest seafood, meats and vegetables, which will fuel you through lush hills and valleys lined with color and postcard-perfect pastures. We’ll also visit the medieval village of Santa Barbara and the world-famous Furnas and its thermal waters. Just wait until you see the twin azure lakes of Sete Cidades, formed in the caldera of an ancient volcano! INTERMEDIATE 7 days / 6 nights Total miles: 186 miles Terrain: Rolling
Average daily distance: 31 miles
Arrive / Depart: Ponta Delgada
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Piedmont: Land of Barolo & Truffles A gourmand’s bicycle tour of Italy’s greatest wine region. Savor all the beauty and pleasures of Piedmont, considered Italy’s most prestigious wine region, as you cycle lesser-traveled country roads. Our route traverses the region’s most important and distinct vineyard centers of Gavi, Acqui Terme, Alba and lower Monferrato. We’ll indulge along the way on sumptuous meals, pairing great wines with delightfully complementary Piemontese cuisine—a blend of Northern Italian and French influences—with truffles and mushrooms as seasonal key players. INTERMEDIATE 8 days / 7 nights Total miles: 241 miles Average daily distance: 37 miles Terrain: Rolling to hilly Arrive / Depart: Monterotondo di Gavi / Penango
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Heart of Tuscany Classic cycling through the Chianti and home of Ciclismo Classico! From the jewel-like village of San Quirico D’Orcia, cycle through the alluring Tuscan countryside along Via Chiantigiana (literally, Chianti Street), a classic and rustic route that passes through the heart of the Chianti wine region. We’ll learn by cooking with the best. Complemented by outstanding meals, along the way you’ll learn about simple, fresh Tuscan cuisine and pungent local olive oil, all in the homes of local producers, friends—even Ciclismo guides! INTERMEDIATE 7 days / 6 nights Total miles: 174 miles Average daily distance: 29 miles Terrain: Rolling with some climbs Arrive / Depart: Radda in Chianti / San Quirico d’Orcia
Tuscany & L’Eroica Vintage riding at its best! Spend a week savoring Tuscan roads, food and wine: from the quaint town of San Quirico D’Orcia to the Chianti area, along Via Chiantigiana (literally “Chianti Street”), passing through medieval Siena. This trip is a journey in search of the authentic cycling routes made famous by the giants of the roads. Together, we immerse ourselves in the spirit of “L’EROICA,” a special race celebrating the heroic times of cycling with riders sporting vintage clothes and bikes— riding along gorgeous but challenging white-gravel roads. INTERMEDIATE 9 days / 8 nights Total miles: 250 miles Average daily distance: 31 miles Terrain: Rolling and hilly Arrive / Depart: San Quirico d’Orcia / Radda in Chianti
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Tuscany Green A family-run, farm-to-table Tuscan experience! The multitalented Ciclismo Classico Guide Sandro Draghi is owner of Il Molinello, a family-run “farm stay” with Etruscan origins located in the captivating Crete Senesi. Staying at an agriturismo is the perfect way to experience the authentic Italian lifestyle. On this intense all-Tuscan cultural immersion trip, you will enjoy spectacular rides in the Siena area with meals inspired by the Slow Food movement. Join our local friends and family as we guide you through food, wine and olive oil tastings. Relax and enjoy a slower pace of life. INTERMEDIATE 7 days / 6 nights
Total miles: 234 miles
Average daily distance: 39 miles Terrain: Rolling with a few climbs Arrive / Depart: Asciano / Asciano
Cilento Coast Italy's blue coast! Undiscovered routes through Italy’s coastal national park. This unique coastal dream ride launches from the dazzling hotspot Agropoli, weaving along gorgeous beachfront roads that cling to the bluest Tyrrhenian Sea. Our thrilling day rides complement the perfect monte-mare gastro combo: the best local ingredients produced in the massive Cilento National Park mountains and the freshest, tastiest seafood available. Amalfi’s unsung “sister” coast, this part of Southern Italy has so much to offer—minus the crowds! ATHLETIC BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE 6 days / 5 nights Total miles: 92 miles Average daily distance: 25 miles
Terrain: Rolling and coastal
Arrive / Depart: Agropoli / Maratea
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La Bella Sicilia Sicily’s ancient mainland meets the legendary Aeolian Islands. Join us on this exciting tour by bicycle to enjoy Sicily’s intensely rich culture and warm, affectionate people. Hike, swim and bike while enjoying traditional Sicilian gastronomy, wine and music. Our mega-journey includes a hike up Mt. Etna—the highest volcano in Europe—and culminates with an exploration of the dreamy, volcanic Aeolian Islands, each with its own distinct, colorful character and charm. INTERMEDIATE 9 days / 8 nights Total miles: 221 miles Average daily distance: 28 miles Terrain: Rolling and hilly Arrive / Depart: Caltagirone / Lipari
La Bella Sicilia "Ovest" Unearth the magic of Sicily’s western region. Come and discover the rustic and rich western region of this gorgeous island. Much of Sicily’s ancient history is on these shores, and its beauty will take you aback. Due to Asian, African, and European influences, this Mediterranean hub of ancient history has become a true melting pot. Gain a better understanding of Sicily’s fascinating and rich cultural heritage as you pedal through ancient sites and visit some of the finest ancient ruins and Greek temples. You'll savor the succulent Sicilian wine and cuisine, such as involtini di pesce spada and granita, are sure to tantalize your taste buds! INTERMEDIATE 7 days / 6 nights Total miles: 208 miles Average daily distance: 35 miles
Terrain: Rolling hills
Arrive / Depart: Castellammare del Golfo / Palermo
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Mediterranean Island Hopping The ultimate European getaway: Sardinia & Corsica. Each day of the island-hopping cycling tour is filled with magic and surprise, new pleasures and discoveries. You will be dazzled by the dramatic, rugged and wild beauty of Italian-influenced Sardinia and the refined, French-flavored Corsica. Superlative coastal cycling on the Mediterranean, refreshing dips in turquoise-blue coves and exceptional—but very different— local cuisines are just some of the treasures we’ll share on this unforgettable, knock-your-socks-off bike trip. INTERMEDIATE 11 days / 10 nights Total miles: 383 miles Average daily distance: 38 miles Terrain: Rolling
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Arrive / Depart: Calvi / Cagliari
Italian lakes A journey through Italy’s magical lakes region. From the pilgrims of the Middle Ages to the young Grand Tourists to present-day explorers, Italy’s lakes have forever been a “must-see” for the curious traveler. We explore the UNESCO sites of Orta and Cernobbio as well as the monumental gardens of Villa Taranto and Villa d’Este, the movie sets preferred by Hitchcock. Our days will be complemented by unique gastronomic delights, gathered from the lakes and surrounding verdant mountains. Every bit of this itinerary is a part of a complex mosaic of sights and experiences to suit a variety of interests. INTERMEDIATE 6 days / 5 nights Total miles: 217 miles Average daily distance: 30 miles Terrain: Secondary roads with smooth hills Arrive / Depart: Orta San Giulio / Ghisallo
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Marvelous Mallorca Spin the Spanish island sought out by amateur and pro riders! Mallorca has been the long-preferred off-season training ground for cycling pros and aspiring amateurs. This island offers perfect training terrain on roads that are perfectly smooth with little or no traffic. There’s stunning and varied scenery in all directions: monasteries on mountaintops, dramatic cliffs that drop into the sea, ochre houses with green shutters and balconies overflowing with local flora. The cuisine of the island tells the story of thousands of years of civilizations that have come and gone. Today there is something for everyone: from tapas bars to old wine cellars converted into restaurants serving traditional food—to exquisite Michelin-starred restaurants. A savory cycling mecca! INTERMEDIATE 6 days / 5 nights Total miles: 197 miles Terrain: Rolling with some climbs
Average daily distance: 34 miles
Arrive / Depart: Algaida / Alcúdia
La Costa Brava Spain's mainland riding haven and home to many an artist. La Costa Brava—“the rugged coast”—is sprinkled with unspoiled coves, charming seaside towns and spectacular scenery. You’ll find cultural treasures and swimming opportunities as you cycle along the most scenic coastal roads. Start inland in Girona, with its strikingly well-preserved medieval center, and continue south to Tossa de Mar, perched on the Mediterranean and filled with delicious seafront restaurants and some of Spain’s most beautiful beaches. INTERMEDIATE 8 days / 7 nights Total miles: 278 miles Average daily distance: 43 miles Terrain: Rolling with a few climbs Arrive / Depart: Girona / Tossa de Mar
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Andalucia Explore the roads and roots of the Spanish southland. The countryside of Andalucia is dappled with olive groves and surrounded by charming villages perched high on scenic overlooks. This region is steeped in tradition and history and is an attraction for culture lovers as well as traditional vacationers. From its golden beaches to the high mountain ranges of the Sierra Morena and Sistemas Beticos, Andalucia’s rich landscape and artistry leave a grand impression. Experience the local culture by practicing Spanish, learning the region’s history and feasting on succulent food and wines. With rolling hills and stunning beauty, it’s the perfect place to lose yourself in the moment and cycle to your heart’s content. INTERMEDIATE 9 days / 8 nights Total miles: 307 miles Average daily distance: 38 miles Terrain: Rolling
Arrive / Depart: Cordoba / Ronda
Gran Canaria Explore the year-round cycling oasis of this Spanish island. Just off the northwest coast of Africa lies Gran Canaria, a perfect place for cyclists due to its excellent road network, temperate climate and environment that make for perfect riding conditions. Since the cycling season runs nearly all year long, Gran Canaria is a superb winter getaway, which offers a diverse landscape with soaring views of the sea, lush forests, deserts, canyons and volcanic mountains. INTERMEDIATE 7 days / 6 nights Total miles: 166 miles Average daily distance: 33 miles Terrain: Hilly Arrive / Depart: Santa Brigida / Playa de Mogán
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Northern Portugal Discover the hidden corners of Portugal’s northernmost reaches. Ride through fabulous landscapes and far-reaching history, starting from Spain and crossing the border to Portugal. Sample the wines of this beautiful land, from vinho verde to the nation’s signature tipple, port. Indulge in the locally harvested cod, sardines, octopus and seafood that are prepared following traditional recipes that emphasize the freshness of the ingredients. Porto is one of this tour’s highlights and the best place to end our unforgettable discovery of Portugal—it represents the Portuguese spirit that will surprise you with its colors, art and architecture. INTERMEDIATE 8 days / 7 nights Total miles: 231 miles Average daily distance: 33 miles Terrain: Rolling Arrive / Depart: Baiona, Spain / Porto, Portugal
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Advanced tours
Bike Across Southern Italy Traverse Italy from heel to toe. Winner of Outside Magazine’s “Trip of the Year.” Inspired by the success of our most popular bicycle tour—Bike Across Italy—Director Lauren Hefferon designed the perfect complement, a 12-day adventure traversing the Italian peninsula east to west through this less-discovered yet everenchanting regions of Puglia, Basilicata, Campania and Calabria. See and experience an Italy you never imagined, from Puglia with its captivating “trulli” cluster houses and across the Basilicata region to Matera, the famous city of stone. Southern Italian bliss! ADVANCED 12 days / 11 nights Total miles: 406 miles Average daily distance: 39 miles Terrain: Exhilarating ups and downs Arrive / Depart: Polignano / Cittadella
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Epic Italy The world’s most comprehensive pedaling portrait of Italy. Experience some of Italy’s best hilly climbs and zigzagging descents in the verdant Apennine Mountains. Explore Florence, the jewel of the Renaissance, and delight in the vibrant palazzi— the center of Italian life. Pedal from cypress groves in magical Tuscany to the melting greens and golds of Umbria. Allow the mystical moonscape of the Sibillini to astound you. Be energized by the rustic ruggedness of Le Marche and Abruzzo. Italy’s varied scenery, gastronomy and cultures culminate in this inspiring and unforgettable trip! ADVANCED 15 days / 14 nights Total miles: 676 miles Average daily distance: 51 miles Terrain: Hilly with long climbs Arrive / Depart: Ferrara / Gaeta
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Majestic dolomites Storybook villages and towering peaks in this unique corner of the Alps. Experience inspiring beauty and fairytale settings on this challenging, exhilarating and epic bicycle tour through the Italian Alps, featuring legendary climbs that have defined Giro history! Challenge your body while you explore a rich mixture of culture, and celebrate a sense of accomplishment on this quest through the heart of the Dolomites. ADVANCED 7 days / 6 nights
Total miles: 260 miles
Average daily distance: 43 miles Terrain: Mountain passes Arrive / Depart: Bolzano / Corvara
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FrencH Alps to French Riviera An experiential “peak” for the experienced rider. The promise of picturesque alpine peaks and valleys is enough to put even the most passionate pedaler on cloud nine. But the reality of reaching those passes—Galibier, Izoard, Alp d’Huez—is enough to put you on top of the world...literally. The reward for your uphill accomplishments is a day of unwinding on the French Riviera. Le jour parfait. ADVANCED 9 days / 8 nights
Total miles: 396 miles
Average daily distance: 50 miles Terrain: Mountainous, with 38,000-ft. elevation gain Arrive / Depart: Grenoble/Sainte-Maxime
Pyrenees — Sea to Sea A coast-to-coast cycling adventure in the French Pyrenees. You’ll ride through the Pyrenees, crossing from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean, summiting many famous cols (passes) and relaxing in the soothing thermal waters of Ax-les-Thermes. Unforgettable visits to see prehistoric cave drawings in Niaux, the pilgrimage site of Lourdes and a fantastic hike through the glacial region of the Cirque de Gavarnie. A unique 360° experience to challenge your cycling legs while pleasing the curious adventurer in you! ADVANCED 10 days / 9 nights Total miles: 471 miles Average daily distance: 59 miles Terrain: Challenging climbs and exhilarating descents Arrive / Depart: Saint-Jean-de-Luz / Collioure
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Verona to salzburg Swoop and soar through epic passes in two mountainous regions. Explore the dramatic mountain beauty and fabled villages of the Italian and Austrian Alps. Ride over exhilarating passes, climb to soaring spires and coast downhill to charming hamlets along alpine routes made famous by some of the world’s greatest cyclists. Whizz by pristine meadows filled with wildflowers. Immerse yourself in fascinating, centuries-old traditions and renew your body and spirit—all in the breathtaking heart of the Dolomites. ADVANCED 13 days / 12 nights Total miles: 427 miles Average daily distance: 30 miles Terrain: Lots of climbs Arrive / Depart: Verona / Salzburg
LIGURIA & TOSCANA An epic blend of undiscovered Tuscany and the Ligurian Coast. This exclusive Ciclismo adventure traverses Liguria and Toscana, highlighting the very best of these two distinctly different regions of Italy. We experience coastal rides along seaside villas and exclusive marinas, like Portofino and the Bay of Poets. We also delve into the Alpi Apuane Mountains for an immersion into the ‘wild’ Tuscany and to experience the Cinque Terre. This trip is a beautiful combination of sea and mountain views, with great cuisine and culture to top it all off. ADVANCED 11 days / 10 nights Total miles: 400 miles + a four-hour Cinque Terre Hike Average daily distance: 40 miles Terrain: Hilly with some long climbs and descents Arrive / Depart: Rapallo / Punta Ala
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La mia Famiglia in Bici
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Family vacations!
Filled with easy cycling, accessible culture, endless discovery and healthy, hearty meals. Perfect for families with children under 16, your family will bike, kayak, swim, horseback ride and cook... all while staying in cozy villas and beautiful B&Bs. Bicycling bambini grow into adventurous adults. Start them early and watch young eyes—and minds—open wide. Average daily distance: 18–30 miles Terrain: Flat and paved
Provence Pour la Famille
Sharing cycling, the scenery and sunshine—French-style. Adventures of sight, sound and scent await your family on this weeklong tour of Provence. Unpack just once, and set off in a different direction each day. Let our expert guides lead the way while you ride, recharge and reconnect with your loved ones. FAMILY
Fun in the Sardinian Sun
Cycle. Swim. Eat. Repeat. Sardinia’s blend of Italian, Roman and Phoenician heritages offers a diverse range of activities for family connection. Explore this captivating Mediterranean culture and its inviting blue sea through boating, biking, hiking and daily swims. Reinvigorate your family’s ode to fun and create unforgettable memories. FAMILY
Tuscan Fantasy
An idyllic family learning adventure based in a family-run, environmentally sustainable agriturismo. Bike, hike and interact with local Tuscan families and friends while experiencing the real side of rural life in Tuscany. We’ll share our days and fantastic home-cooked meals in an energy-independent agriturismo, centrally located to offer a variety of active, foodie and other family-oriented cultural experiences in the heart of Siena province. Gelato, soccer matches, fun-filled bike rides and more! FAMILY
Sud Tyrol
A leisurely spin along lakes, rivers and one of Europe’s finest bike paths. Stunning alpine views, mouthwatering mountain cuisine and ancient history meet on this more-than-perfect family vacation. Reconnect while riding along twisting mountain rivers, indulging in Italy’s best gelato, hiking the Dolomites and playing hide-and-go-seek in vineyards. FAMILY
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H iking tours
Amalfi Stroll Enjoy the best of the Amalfi coast on our signature hiking trip. Intoxicate your senses with the beauty of pastel villages atop cliffs that plunge toward the shimmering blue Mediterranean on this hiking tour of the Amalfi. Peaceful trails take us along one of the world’s most beautiful coastlines, past shimmering olive trees, secluded fishing inlets, sandy beach resorts and aromatic citrus groves. Your days will be filled with breathtaking natural beauty and will conclude deliciously each evening with feasts abundant in savory Southern Italian cuisine, famous for its richness of flavor and fresh, natural ingredients. ATHLETIC BEGINNER 6 days / 5 nights Total miles: 30 miles Average daily distance: 6 miles Terrain: Ups and downs with steps Arrive / Depart: Positano / Salerno
Cinque Terre Experience the undeniable charm of the Riviera and Liguria. Ascend ancient footpaths that lead to this untouched quintet of pastel fishing villages perched on cliffs high above the Ligurian Sea. Hike over farmland tilled for centuries, where rosemary, thyme and basil pique our appetites for the area’s pesto, seafood and white wines. Explore routes through silvery oak groves and by steep vineyard–covered hillsides that flaunt breathtaking views of the sea. While the villages and luminous coast remain unspoiled, now is the time to visit this rich kaleidoscope known as the Cinque Terre. INTERMEDIATE 6 days / 5 nights Total miles: 29 miles Average daily distance: 6 miles Terrain: Steps with some hills Arrive / Depart: Santa Margherita / Portovenere
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Ciclismo Your Way We’ll design a custom itinerary just for you!
“ Our guides were able to tailor the riding each day to the specific needs of our group. I think everyone was 100% satisfied with the quality of their in-the-saddle experience, although we had riders of very different levels.”
— ANNE, PORTLAND, ME
Trips bound only by your imagination
Why go Ciclismo Your Way?
Don’t see what you’re looking for among any of our existing itineraries? We can create a trip just for you! Our active travel specialists have decades of experience designing award-winning biking, hiking, walking, photographic and soft adventure tours. You provide the inspiration by telling us about your dream vacation, and our trip specialists will use their knowledge and passion to create an itinerary custom-tailored to you specific interests, budget and needs. If you can dream it, we can design it!
• We work out dates around your schedule
For more information on custom tours, call 1.800.866.7314 or visit ciclismoclassico.com.
• We’ll help you find the perfect way to celebrate your milestone, birthday, honeymoon or graduation • We find the destination or point of interest you want whether or not it’s on our scheduled departures • We make sure your trip isn’t too long/short/easy/hard. It’ll be just right for you!
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Come capture your passion! Travel Vision Journeys immerse, inspire and connect travelers with the world’s most photogenic places through the transformational magic of the photographic experience. On these exclusive tours you’ll improve and expand your photography skills and knowledge while you learn about the people and places you see! You’ll see more, increase your visual awareness and learn how to intuitively use the eye of the lens to connect, compose, enhance and expand your mindfulness and personal vision. In the spirit of mindful travel, you’ll focus on capturing the essence of moments and places. By embracing serendipity, you’ll enjoy the fine art of wandering and connect more intimately with your natural surroundings. You’ll return home a more skilled and passionate photographer with a digital album of images that tell an inspiring visual story to your family and friends.
About Ossian Linholm, your master photography guide
Ossian Lindholm is a renowned nature photographer from Tucumán, Argentina. Trained as an agronomist, many years ago he turned his deep passion for nature into photography. In his work as a photographer, teacher and documentary filmmaker, he is dedicated to capturing, preserving, conserving, sharing and sustaining the landscape, nature and culture of Argentina in its most pristine state. His simple desire has been to share his love and concern for nature: “Para Conservar, primero hay que Conocer…. To conserve, first you must know.”
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Photography-Walking tours “ I knew the Ciclismo Classico attention-to-every-detail trademark would define the trip, BUT I got something bigger that I did not expect: a whole new way to see and BE in the natural world. I had no idea that the Vision & Vine tour would touch me so deeply. I am forever grateful.” — CAROLYN M., SUDBURY, MA
Tuscan Vision & Vine
NEW FOR 2018! s q A special focus on the iconic landscapes, hill towns and sensory treasures of Tuscany.
A foodie and history buff’s dream, this unique experience offers countless picture-perfect moments and an exploration of three specific areas of Tuscany: Chianti, Colli Senesi and the Val d’Orcia. Daily walks through dreamy landscapes reveal the land’s magical beauty, while the delectable cuisine and renowned wines of this one-of-a-kind region ignite your taste buds. By the end of this tour, you’ll have gained new insight and a stronger passion for capturing your surroundings through a lens. WALKING, WINE TASTING 9 days / 8 nights
Daily Activities: Hiking, Photography
Arrive / Depart: Florence / Pienza
Argentina Vision & Vine Snap and sip in the colorful Andes. This exclusive itinerary spans the distinct biomes of the Andes: fertile valleys, the high plateau of the Puna, high-altitude vineyards, temperate valleys, the giant cactus of Los Cardones National Park and the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Capture the essence of each area and reveal their soulful beauty on this extraordinary high-altitude wine and photography tour!
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WALKING, WINE TASTING 9 days / 8 nights Daily Activities: Hiking, Photography Arrive / Depart: Salta / Salta
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Argentina: Iberá & Iguazú The wildlife and wetlands of two of South America's best-kept safari secrets. Discover the splendor of northeast Argentina on our exclusive wildlife safari and photography tour. Two unique destinations perfect for landscape and wildlife photography beckon: the endless wetlands of Iberá and the stunning waterfalls of Iguazú. Led by an expert naturalistphotographer, you’ll explore and learn about the natural and cultural wonders of these remarkable areas. WILDLIFE VIEWING, BOATING 10 days / 9 nights
Daily Activities: Hiking, River Boating, Photography Arrive / Depart: Iberá / Iguazú
The Best of Patagonia Discover the wonders that Darwin saw on his journey to Patagonia. This Patagonian hiking and photo tour ranges from Argentina’s spectacular Los Glaciares National Park to Chile’s renowned Torres Del Paine National Park. Whether you take hundreds of photos or just enjoy absorbing the views with your eyes, on this remarkable adventure you’ll discover a host of wonders in one of the world’s last wildernesses. Here, at the very end of the South American continent, lies a visual and sensual treat for the photographer and explorer alike. Patagonia is a dazzling world of calving glaciers, rushing waterfalls and towering Andean peaks thrusting skywards from the clearest of blue-green waters. There are night skies milky with bright stars and remote islands shrouded with sea mists. WILDLIFE VIEWING, HIKING 10 days / 9 nights
Daily activities: Hiking, Photography
Arrive / Depart: Calafate / Punta Arenas
Top 10 Travel Adventures for 2016 Forbes Magazine
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Galapagos Magic
Tanzania Wildlife Safari
An exclusive land-and-sea itinerary combining the culture, wildlife and stunning volcanic landscapes of the world’s most enchanting islands.
NEW FOR 2018! Get front-row access to some of Africa’s most unique wildlife.
On this photo tour of Ecuador's Galapagos Islands, you’ll spend a day in the Cloud Forests near Quito with dozens of exotic birds, and then seven nights and eight amazing days aboard the 16-passenger, luxurious Beluga, visiting these enchanted isles at just the right time with the islands' best naturalist guide. You'll experience Darwin’s Origin of Species and get up close to the incredible wildlife that can't be found anywhere else on earth. This once-in-a-lifetime experience includes daily encounters with lizards, sea lions, giant turtles and blue-footed boobies (just to name a few). We’ll enjoy daily walks along bright white sandy beaches framed by crystal clear waters, along volcanic cliffs teeming with exotic birds and thrill in world-class snorkeling along coral reefs and volcanic cliffs like the iconic Kicker Rock.
Travel Vision Journeys’ first-ever safari speaks to the animal lover’s soul: an exciting adventure that takes you straight into the heart of Tanzania’s best wildlife-viewing areas. Venture onto the plains every morning for full days of spectacular wildlife viewing and unwind in luxurious, eco-friendly camps located in the middle of the wild. On this all-luxury camping trip, you’ll get the best wildlife viewing Tanzania has to offer.
WILDLIFE VIEWING, BOATING 11 days / 10 nights Daily activities: Hiking, Snorkeling, Photography Arrive / Depart: Quito / Quito
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SAFARI 10 days / 9 nights Daily activities: Safari Ride, Wildlife Viewing, Photography
The Essence of Alaska
Arrive / Depart: Arusha / Serengeti National Park
NEW FOR 2018! s q Take unforgettable snapshots of bears in their natural habitat.
In Alaska, the pinnacles of adventure, experience and variety are found on the Kenai Peninsula. On this spectacular adventure, we’ll enjoy the Chugach National Forest and the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, including three full days photographing bears in this remarkable wilderness. You’ll get several priceless photos of these amazing creatures in their native habitat, along with the unique opportunity to observe their fascinating way of life. WILDLIFE VIEWING, WALKING 7 days / 6 nights Daily activities: Photography Arrive / Depart: Anchorage / Anchorage
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Our fabulous fleet of bikes Bianchi, with its historical Italian brand, is a performance bicycle company characterized by product-driven technology, Italian design and a global market. Bianchi believes the frame is the heart of the bicycle, and is constantly investing in material technology with the aim of producing the best bikes in the world. With its Reparto Corse (Racing Department), Bianchi has led the way with race-proven geometry and technology as the market has changed from steel to aluminum and then titanium, and now to the most advanced material: carbon.
BIANCHI INTENSO or VERTIGO CARBON FRAMES The carbon frame guarantees maximum performance with minimum stress for the riders, thanks to Bianchi’s special C2C (Coast to Coast) frame design/geometry and different material combination. The gearing is customized by us in order to allow easier pedaling while climbing. Bike comes with our new Garmin Edge GPS. $250 upgrade, included on all Intermediate and Advanced tours.
BIANCHI VIA NIRONE 7 This bike is the perfect balance between comfort and performance and is your perfect travel companion on wheels. It has a Bianchi carbon fork, Shimano 105 triple groupset, wheel set laced with 32 spokes and 25mm tires, and an adjustable handlebar stem. BIANCHI HIGH-PERFORMANCE HYBRID Prefer a more upright sitting position? We offer an aluminum hybrid bike with straight handlebars that is conducive to riding at a more relaxed pace. But with 28" wheels and performance tires, you won’t be left smelling the flowers. TRAVELING BY TWO OR WITH KIDS
é Co-motion Periscope: Accommodates smaller teens or even children.
é Cannondale road or hybrid*: Racing posture with
700c wheels, or more straight-up position and 26" wheels. $400 upgrade. Honey Tandem*: Light and responsive and perfect for experienced tandem riders. $400 upgrade. For families: We offer small bikes for children, including hybrids, trail-a-bikes and trailers designed to work in harmony with our main bikes. *Premium tandems come with a Garmin Edge Touring GPS.
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Bianchi Vertigo
Bianchi Via Nirone 7
BIANCHI MANHATTAN E-ASSIST BIKES The Manhattan levels the playing field for active couples with different riding abilities. With a Shimano Steps central motor unit and a top speed of 16 mph, this bike will give you the extra boost when you need it. $400 per bike, available on most tours in Europe.
Aluminum Hybrid
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Bianchi Manhattan
ALL BIKES COME WITH: Ciclismo Classico water bottle Two water-bottle holders Map holder on handlebars or Garmin Edge Touring GPS Handlebar bag Tire pump Combination bike lock Gel-padded saddle Choice of pedals Card with your tour leaders’ mobile phone numbers
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What’s included on your trip
ON THE TRIP • Carefully crafted and many
award-winning itineraries • Detailed route instructions and
ACCOMMODATIONS & MEALS • Accommodations in luxury hotels,
charming B&Bs and family inns • Breakfast every morning
(continental or buffet)
maps highlighting daily options or Garmin Edge Touring GPS • Wine and food tastings • Cooking demonstrations • Guided walking tours
• Some lunches
• Cycling clinics
• Most dinners
• Museum visits
• All snacks and drinks en route
• Activities to immerse you in the local culture, such as visits to festivals
• Luggage handling during the tour
USE OF ONE OF OUR AWESOME BICYCLES • Your choice of a 30-speed Bianchi road bike with aluminum frame,
carbon fork and Shimano components OR a high-performance, 24-speed Ciclismo Classico–exclusive hybrid with aluminum frame • E-assist bikes available on
request (at an extra charge) • Tandems available on request
(premium models at an extra charge) • Bianchi carbon bikes equipped
with Garmin Edge Touring GPS (included on Intermediate and Advanced tours) • Bike selection on tours outside
of Europe may vary TRAVEL PLANNING • An expert office staff in the United States and Italy to assist you with pre- and post-tour
travel consultation • Pre-departure resource with information on your destination, what to bring, what to expect
and suggestions on how to prepare for the tour • Convenient meeting points for arriving and departing • Pre- and post-tour hotel reservations, pre- and post-tour shuttle reservations (available for
and special events (subject to availability) • Extra loops available on most trips for those looking to log some more miles • Custom-designed cycling jersey for every guest, made in Italy, by Pissei • Tips and gratuities for performers, local city guides and other included activities • All transfers that occur during a tour
GUIDES AND VAN SUPPORT • Experienced, bilingual, local and/or resident guides, equipped with mobile phones • Local guides to lead walks, educational talks or other activities • Private air-conditioned van
support, a combination tool shed, deli, café and hangout if you want to rest your legs WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED • Airfare • Gratuity for Ciclismo Classico
guides • Wine and alcoholic beverages • Most lunches • Transfers to the starting point (unless specified) • Helmets (required) • Transport of bike case for guests who bring their own bike (shipping to the destination
available for additional fee) • Personal expenses such as laundry, supplies, phone calls, etc.
the hotels used on tour) For dates & prices, see pages 50–51 or visit CICLISMOCLASSICO.COM
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Peace of mind.
Guaranteed. We are the award-winning bicycle vacation pioneers since 1989!
With 30 years of experience in the active travel industry, our itineraries, guides and agency as a whole have been recognized by big names in the travel business. We are honored to receive awards for our dedication to our guests, and continue to strive to achieve greatness.
“ I love what I call the ‘culture’ of Ciclismo tours: the quality of guests that Ciclismo uniquely attracts, the guides who are wonderful people, eager to share their communities, grace, skills and companionship, the special events and built-in celebrations and, of course, the excellent cycling! A traveler can easily pay more but will not have a richer experience.” — JULIANN, CHAPEL HILL, NC
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2015
OUTSIDE MAGAZINE Best Foodie Destination Our Bike Across Belgium tour was selected by Outside as a “Best Foodie Destination” in their 2014 Travel Awards. Best Cycling Guide in the World Marcello Bonini was awarded “Best Cycling Guide in the World” by Outside in their 2014 Travel Awards. Call us at 1-800-866-7314 for a complete schedule of current Top Guide tours.
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC TRAVELER: BEST ADVENTURE TRAVEL COMPANIES National Geographic Traveler conducts an unprecedented survey of adventure travel companies, based on the idea that a traveler’s most important decision is not always where to go, but whom to go with. It came with great honor to be selected as one of their 2008 Best Adventure Travel Companies— and again in 2009! This was a huge accomplishment for us, and we can’t thank our guests and staff enough for making this possible!
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC TRAVELER: 50 TOURS OF A LIFETIME Argentina Vision & Vine, our photography and wine tour of northwest Argentina, was awarded “50 Tours of a Lifetime” by National Geographic Traveler in 2015. Bike Across France, part of our famed “Bike Across” collection, was awarded “50 Tours of a Lifetime” by National Geographic Traveler in 2013. We run the most tours out of any competitor on the beautiful Mediterranean island of Sardinia, so it comes as no surprise that our Mediterranean Island Hopping landed on National Geographic Traveler’s “50 Tours of a Lifetime” in 2011! From family, to multisport, to special culinary departures, we offer a wide range of tours on this beautiful Mediterranean island. In 2008, we were honored to hear that our Sardinia MultiSport made National Geographic Traveler’s list of “50 Tours of a Lifetime!”
2007 OUTSIDE TRIP OF THE YEAR Piedmont: Land of Barolo and Truffles is a gourmet fantasy and feast for the eyes! It comes as no surprise that this tour was the recipient for the 2007 Outside “Trip of the Year”!
2004 OUTSIDE TRIP OF THE YEAR Outside, America’s leading active-lifestyle brand, awarded our Bike Across Southern Italy tour, fueled by the success of Bike Across Italy, as the 2004 “Trip of the Year.”
THE COMMONWEALTH INSTITUTE: TOP 100 WOMEN-LED BUSINESSES When Boston Business Journal announced its 2012 list of the Top 100 WomenLed Businesses in eastern Massachusetts, we were ecstatic to find that Ciclismo Classico had made the list!
We love our alumni.
Early Sign-up Savings for our Repeat Customers Ciclismo Classico was founded as a family business, and our mission is to extend our family values to our team and guests. “ I recently came back from the Bike Across Italy tour, which was my twenty-third trip with Ciclismo Classico. It was another beautiful and amazing experience.”
— CHUCK B.
When you travel with Ciclismo, you become part of our ever-growing famiglia right away. The more you ride with us, the more you save on future Ciclismo trips. Snag the very best deal for a Ciclismo Classico tour in the following calendar year by booking before Thanksgiving. Your exact savings amount is based on the number of times you have traveled with us before. To lock in these special savings, contact us with your deposit, and we will reserve your spot! If you’re unsure of which tour you want to do, you can sign up as “undecided” to lock in your alumni savings. • Loved your trip? Refer a friend! We have
revamped our referral program to make it easier and better for anybody to share the fun. (See page 52.) • Groups love us and we love groups. Any
departure can become private and you can become a group organizer of your next tour! (See page 12.) • For more fun, take more than one trip. Save
10% off your second and third trips in the same calendar year. • New travelers can enjoy 5% off (same
deadline as early sign-up savings). Book and get hooked!
“ The La Bella Puglia tour was one of my best trips ever. Members of the group were very friendly and inclusive. By the end of the tour, my fellow cyclists felt like an extended family.”
For more information, call 1.800.866.7314 or visit ciclismoclassico.com.
— MARISA M.
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2018 Trip
F inder
Page TRIP NAME / TYPE
PRINCIPAL REGION
LENGTH Miles / Kilometers
EASY
14
SUD TYROL ROLL
Trentino
6 days
157 mi / 253 km
14
TO VENICE, CON GUSTO
Multi
6 Days
146 mi / 235 km
2018 JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUN
JULY
AUG
19
10
7
8
5
21
18
AT H L E T I C B E G I N N E R
15
NEW! BRUGES TO AMSTERDAM
Belgium / Netherlands
8 Days
186 mi / 299 km
15
LOIRE VALLEY
France
6 Days
134 mi / 216 km
16
Top Guide tour! A FEAST IN UMBRIA
Umbria
6 Days
152 mi / 245 km
16
LA BELLA PUGLIA
Puglia
9 Days
226 mi / 364 km
23
7, 17
4
17
ASSAGGIO TOSCANA
Tuscany
6 Days
125 mi / 201 km
16, 23, 30
14
4, 11, 25
17
SAVOR SARDINIA
Sardinia
6 Days
177 mi / 285 km
7, 14, 28
4
18
IRELAND
Ireland
9 Days
202 mi / 325 km
19
DIVINE PROVENCE
France
8 Days
221 mi / 356 km
19
SALZBURG TO PRAGUE
Austria / Czech Republic
9 Days
261 mi / 420 km
20
BIKE ACROSS ITALY
Multi
11 Days
350 mi / 563 km
21
BIKE ACROSS FRANCE
France
9 Days
263 mi / 423 km
22
BIKE ACROSS SWITZERLAND
Switzerland
8 Days
250 mi / 402 km
22
BIKE ACROSS BELGIUM
Belgium / Luxembourg
9 Days
326 mi / 525 km
23
NEW! MUNICH TO VERONA
Germany / Italy
11 Days
344 mi / 553 km
23
NEW! AZORES***
Portugal
7 Days
186 mi / 300 km
4
8, 22
16, 23
13
SEP
OCT
NOV
DEC
16
4
$3,895
$600
$3,995
$600
5
$600
$4,295
$600
1, 11
$5,195
$800
3, 17
1, 8
$3,795
$600
27
3, 24
1
$3,995
$600
$5,450
$900
$5,395
$900
27
3, 24
22
20
3, 17, 31
14
11, 24
7, 21
19
23
6, 20
26
9, 23
8, 22
23
$800
10, 20
18
11, 18
$4,695 $4,395
6
21 14
+ Private Room
25
13, 20
2, 9, 30
PRICE
1
4
$5,195
$900
$5,895
$1,000
21
11
$5,795
$900
14, 28
18
$6,495
$1,100
29
12, 26
$5,395
$900
$6,495
$1,000
4
Call.
Call.
I N T E R M E D I AT E
24
PIEDMONT: BAROLO & TRUFFLES
France
8 Days
241 mi / 388 km
25
8
27
10, 24
7, 21
5
$5,195
$800
25
HEART OF TUSCANY
Tuscany
7 Days
174 mi / 280 km
6, 20
17
1, 8, 22
26
9
14
$4,595
$800
25
TUSCANY & L'EROICA
Tuscany
9 Days
250 mi / 402 km
30
$5,495
$900
26
TUSCANY GREEN
Tuscany
7 Days
234 mi / 377 km
15
19
23
$3,995
$600
26
CILENTO COAST
Cilento Coast
6 Days
92 mi / 148 km
16, 30
14
$3,895
$500
27
LA BELLA SICILIA
Sicily
9 Days
221 mi / 356 km
21
19
15, 29
13
$5,595
$900
27
LA BELLA SICILIA "OVEST"
Sicily
7 Days
208 mi / 335 km
14
29
8
23
$3,195
$400
28
MEDITERRANEAN ISLAND HOPPING
Sardinia / Corsica
11 Days
383 mi / 616 km
5, 19
3
$5,995
$1,000
29
ITALIAN LAKES
Italy / Switzerland
6 Days
217 mi / 349 km
$4,295
$700
30
MARVELOUS MALLORCA
Mallorca
6 Days
197 mi / 317 km
16, 23
30
LA COSTA BRAVA
Catalonia
8 Days
278 mi / 447 km
21
12
31
ANDALUCIA
Spain
9 Days
307 mi / 494 km
20*
11
31
GRAN CANARIA
Spain
7 Days
166 mi / 267 km
32
NORTHERN PORTUGAL
Portugal
8 Days
231 mi / 372 km
TERMS & CONDITIONS:
Reservations and Payment To register for a Ciclismo Classico tour, sign up on our website or call us at 1-800-866-7314. A $600 deposit per person will be charged in order to hold your spot; payment can be made by Visa, MasterCard or American Express. The balance of your payment is due 90 days prior to departure. All prices are in United States Dollars.
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27 6, 20
23
11
3
13
4
18
2
27
3, 24
11, 18 2, 16
15, 22
$3,995
$600
8, 22
6
$5,195
$800
28
19
$5,395
$900
11
10 24
29
2
$4,295
$700
$4,995
$800
Upon receipt of your deposit, you will receive a pre-departure packet via email to help you prepare for your trip. Because many of our tours fill up six months in advance, we suggest reserving early. In addition, the sooner you decide on a tour, the more time you will have to read through our materials and get ready for this unique travel experience. Accommodations Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy. If you would like your own room, there is an additional single supplement charge. A limited number of single rooms is available on all tours, so please call for availability. Solo travelers are assigned standard double rooms (instead of single rooms) in nearly all cases. (continued on the next page)
Page TRIP NAME / TYPE
PRINCIPAL REGION
LENGTH
Miles / Kilometers
2018 JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUN
15
JULY
A DVA N C E D
AUG
SEP
12
28
25
17
26
OCT
NOV
DEC
PRICE
+ Private Room
$5,795
$1,000
$6,995
$1,100
FA M I LY HIKE
33
BIKE ACROSS SOUTHERN ITALY
Multi
12 Days
406 mi / 653 km
34
EPIC ITALY
Multi
15 Days
676 mi / 1,088 km
35
MAJESTIC DOLOMITES
Dolomites
7 Days
260 mi / 418 km
15, 22
19, 26
$3,995
$700
36
FRENCH ALPS TO FRENCH RIVIERA
Multi
9 Days
396 mi / 637 km
15
5, 26
$4,995
$800
36
PYRENEES – SEA TO SEA
France
10 Days
471 mi / 758 km
12
2, 30
$5,495
$900
37
VERONA TO SALZBURG
Italy / Austria
13 Days
427 mi / 687 km
2, 23
20
37
LIGURIA & TOSCANA
Liguria / Tuscany
11 Days
400 mi / 645 km
39
FUN IN THE SARDINIAN SUN
Sardinia
7 Days
53 mi / 85 km
15, 22
5
$3,995**
$700
39
PROVENCE POUR LA FAMILLE
France
7 Days
134 mi / 216 km
22
12
$4,495**
$700
39
TUSCAN FANTASY
Tuscany
7 Days
74 mi / 119 km
8, 22
12
$3,495**
$500
39
SUD TYROL
Trentino
7 Days
78 mi / 126 km
1, 15
5
$4,195**
$700
40
AMALFI STROLL
Amalfi Coast
6 Days
30 mi / 48 km
$3,895
$600
40
CINQUE TERRE
Italy
6 Days
29 mi / 47 km
43
NEW! TUSCAN VISION & VINE
Tuscany
9 Days
N/A
PHOTO
43
ARGENTINA: VISION & VINE
Argentina
9 Days
N/A
44
ARGENTINA: IBERÁ & IGUAZÚ
Argentina
10 Days
N/A
44
THE BEST OF PATAGONIA
Chile
10 Days
N/A
45
GALAPAGOS MAGIC
Ecuador
11 Days
N/A
45
NEW! THE ESSENCE OF ALASKA***
Alaska
7 Days
N/A
45
NEW! TANZANIA: WILDLIFE SAFARI
Tanzania
10 Days
N/A
*This is a Top Guide tour date. Please call or visit our website for more information.
10 20
28
1
11
2
10, 25
21
8
24
13 6
4 22
26 30
6
**Please visit website for children's pricing.
(continued from the previous page) If you would like us to provide you with a roommate, we will do our best to make a suitable match. If you sign up at least 90 days in advance and request that we find you a roommate, 50% of the single supplement charge will be added to your tour price at the time of booking. If we are able to find you a roommate, that amount will be refunded and you will not be charged a supplement. If we are unable to find you a roommate, you will be given a single room without paying the remaining 50 percent of the supplement. If you sign up fewer than 90 days before tour departure, the full single supplement charge will apply. Please understand that many of our hotels charge the same for single and double rooms, especially if the hotel is full. Participant Responsibility We will gladly answer questions to help you select a tour or provide you with names of past participants who will candidly describe their experience with Ciclismo Classico. However, you are responsible for selecting a trip appropriate to your physical abilities and interests, carefully reading all of the detailed pre-departure information before traveling, and being in sufficiently good health to undertake the trip. Children on Family Trips Children under eight years old must be accompanied by a parent in order to ride in the support van. Children under four years old or weighing less than 40 pounds are required to be in a child’s car seat in the van. Children weighing 40 to 77 pounds must use an adapter or booster seat. Parents are responsible for bringing the required seats, which are not provided by Ciclismo Classico. Changes to the Itinerary Due to circumstances beyond our control, Ciclismo Classico may at times have to make changes to the original itinerary. Every effort is made to keep changes to a minimum, and our standard of quality is always maintained.
***Dates TBA.
$6,995
$1,000
$6,495
$1,000
$3,995
$600
$5,400
Call.
$4,800
$900
$4,900
$950
$7,500
Call.
$7,500
Call.
$5,500
Call.
$8,800
$1,000
Please visit CICLISMOCLASSICO.COM for the latest schedule.
Guest-to-Guide Ratio We emphasize the group size of a tour to maximize every guest’s enjoyment and support. On our regularly scheduled tours (excludes private and custom), our average group size is 14, and our maximum is 18 with two guides. In the rare case we run a tour with 5 guests or fewer, only 1 guide will be provided. If we run a tour with more than 18 guests, there will be at least 3 guides. Please contact us if you have any questions. Privacy We will not rent or sell any of your personal information to third parties. We use the information you provide combined with information from other sources to better personalize our services and content for you. Service Responsibility All tours in Europe will be carried out under the business management of Ciclismo Classico. Ciclismo Classico will not assume responsibility for any overseas company or person who fails to provide services that have been contracted for any of its tours. (In the case of such an event, alternative services will be sought.) In rare instances, we may ask a traveler to switch to another trip from one that has logistical problems or too few participants; in such cases, we will attempt to notify you at least 60 days before the departure date. Cancellations and Refunds We reserve the right to cancel any trip, for any reason, at any time prior to departure. In this case, refund of any payments received constitutes full settlement. All requests for refunds must be submitted in writing as soon as possible to Ciclismo Classico. Exceptions to our cancellation policy cannot be made for any reason, including weather or personal emergencies. There is no refund for travelers arriving late or unexpectedly leaving a trip. Ciclismo Classico does not recommend the purchase of nonrefundable airline tickets. Our complete cancellation policy is found on our website: http://ciclismoclassico.com/plan-your-trip/policies/.
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e h t e r a h S . c i g a m o Ciclism
REFER A FRIEND! Do you have one or more friends who would be interested in hearing more about Ciclismo Classico? Let us give them a call or send them a catalog. If they like what they see and book a tour, you receive a $200 credit to use towards a future Ciclismo Classico tour, and your friend receives 5% off their first tour! Refer 10 friends for an additional $500 once they travel!
Ciclismo cares Bringing dreams to life, Ciclismo Classico has built local and global relationships with the following organizations:
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PAN MASS CHALLENGE
Our Ciclismo team Our mission is to offer high-quality, educational and dreamy tours that celebrate the diversity of native people and their landscape. Our tours are active immersions into local art, language, music and, of course, delicious cuisine. By combining legendary service and rare cultural experiences, our Ciclismo philosophy continues to energize and transform each and every guest.
Massimo De Laurentiis, Director of European Operations
We warmly embrace our active-travel niche and familystyle company culture. Our strengths and excellent reputation lie in our years of active travel expertise, superior and personalized customer service, and multitalented staff and members of our tour leadership team. Whether you are looking for advice on choosing the right trip for you, want to know more about our bikes and gear, or just need help preparing for your tour, our office staff is always delighted to be of assistance. We want you to love bike touring and our favorite places as much as we do. So whatever we can do to help, just give us a call! 1.800.866.7314 | CICLISMOCLASSICO.COM Our U.S. team, standing, left to right: Mauro Rugiero, Diamond Coleman, Rosa Bleta, Joe Luchison; sitting: Lauren Lasky, Lauren Hefferon, Nancy Zucco-Leotsakos
Enrico Pizzorni, Top Guide and Trip Specialist
Sandro Draghi, Top Guide
Jacopo Montobbio, European Operations
Catalog Design: Neutra-Design.com Art Direction: Lauren Hefferon Photography: Lauren Hefferon, Ossian Lindholm, Frank Yantorno, Nicolo Dionisio, Alessandro Carboni, Julian Manrique, and Joe Luchison Printed in USA Carol Sicbaldi, Business Development
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