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What Is Your Passion? Are you 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? Many moons 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 purpose: to share my favorite places and inspire pedaling wanderlusts to discover and embrace their own deepest passions. 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 place. Both expand our sensory experience of the world like nothing else! In addition to cycling tours, our award-winning offerings now include photography tours for the culturally curious. These Travel Vision Journeys in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Iceland and Italy will connect and 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 exploring the surroundings 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 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.
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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, flowing, strengthening, energizing and deeply connected with 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. Buona Pedalata!
Lauren Hefferon Founder and Director, Ciclismo Classico
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Table of Contents
Pedalare
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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Travel Vision Journeys: Photo Tours for the Culturally Curious
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We Have a Tour for Every Taste
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Organize a Group
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Ability Levels
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Easy Bike Tours
18–19
Athletic Beginner Bike Tours
20–23
Intermediate Bike Tours
24–34
Advanced Bike Tours
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Family Bike Tours
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Bikes and Gear
Esplorare
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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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Custom Tours
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Refer a Friend / Ciclismo Cares
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Trip Finder
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Our Ciclismo Team
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New! Top
Guide Tours for 2016
Many of our Ciclismo Classico Tour Guides have been leading tours for at least eight years. Our TOP GUIDE TOURS series is our way to celebrate what our multitalented, super passionate and charismatic guides love and do best: design itineraries, share their love of cycling and deliver world-class bicycle travel experience to every Ciclismo Classico guest. Loire Valley
6/12–6/17
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La Costa Brava
6/11–6/18
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Italian Lakes
6/18–6/24
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Bike in Brittany
6/25–7/2
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What Makes a Ciclismo Experience Magical?
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Magic Ingredient #1:
Magic Ingredient #2:
Magic Ingredient #3:
EXPERT, LOCAL GUIDES
FUEL, GLORIOUS FUEL
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.
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.
“We have been charmed by the magic of traveling with Ciclismo—why go with anyone else?” — SANDY, SEATTLE, WA
Our Exclusive Menu of Special Ingredients Magic Ingredient #5:
Magic Ingredient #6:
Magic Ingredient #7:
SPELLBINDING CELEBRATIONS
HOME AWAY FROM HOME
ON THE SAG WAGON IN STYLE
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 camcorder or point-and-shoot!
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, café 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.
Magic Ingredient #8:
Magic Ingredient #9:
DOPO IL GIRO FUN: Divertirsi!
SNACK-ATTACK THOSE HILLS
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 late-night 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—orangeand-chocolate Pan 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?
Château de Mercuès As seen on: Bike Across France In an imposing 13th-century castle, this 4-star hotel is located on a wine estate close to the village of Mercuès. Rooms and suites have unique atmospheres 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.
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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.
Palazzo Finati As seen on: Piedmont: Land of Barolo & Truffles This well-known historical house—Palazzo Finati—is now a lovely boutique hotel. Located in the historical heart of Alba close to the main square, Piazza del Duomo, the original ambience of the house has been luxuriously recreated. Featuring the works of important painters from the area, rooms are elegantly decorated with taste and style, down to even the smallest of details.
Hotel Antica Porta Leona
Su Gologone
As seen on: Verona to Salzburg This gorgeous 4-star hotel is set on a historic property in the heart of Verona that dates back to the 15th-century. It is surrounded by the most interesting cultural attractions of Verona; Juliet’s balcony is 300 feet down the road. It has a spa center with swimming pool and gym. Every room reflects a different, elegant and refined theme. Rooms have free spa access and are equipped with modern technologies. A generous breakfast buffet is served each morning.
As seen on: Swept Away in Sardinia This 4-star hotel is located in the heart of Sardinia, a part of the island that is particularly rich in traditions, history, ancient olive trees and vineyards. Every room embodies Sardinia’s history and is a little work of art. Although the wonderful Sardinian seaside is just a handful of miles away, the swimming pool is an excellent alternative. At the gazebo bar you will find a delightful buffet with snacks and local specialties.
You’ll Love Our Lodgings
Le Clervaux As seen on: Bike Across Belgium This 5-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.
Sovana Hotel & Resort As seen on: Bike Across Italy This elegant and intimate 4-star resort is located in Tuscany with gorgeous views of the Tuscan hills, Romanesque cathedral 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 a solarium. Each room has been built around the original structure of the ancient mansion and fitted with modern comforts.
Want to Savor Every Drop of Life? “Food: Fantastic—we tried everything local and had a fabulous cooking lesson!” — JENNIFER, WAREHAM, MA
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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.
Indulge in a Gastronomic Fantasy! Cooking Lessons & Tastings
Our Top Foodie Tours
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!
La Bella Puglia To Venice, Con Gusto Savor Sardinia Divine Provence Heart of Tuscany Piedmont: Land of Barolo & Truffles Bike Across Belgium Tuscany Green
Super Snacks In addition to the basic munchies throughout the day, we offer great local specialties such as orange and chocolate Pan 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. ciclismoclassico.com | 1.800.866.7314
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What’s the Ciclismo Secret Sauce?
“The guides were the most outstanding feature of the tour. Professional and efficient, but also passionate about cycling, food, culture, and very connected to the group. We’d do another trip with them in a heartbeat.” — MIKE, MERCER ISLAND, WA
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 27 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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Guiding Principle #1:
Guiding Principle #2:
Guiding Principle #3:
TRANQUILLO: PUTTING YOU AT EASE—IMMEDIATELY
CASA MIA É CASA TUA
SEMPRE SORRIDENTE: STELLAR SUPPORT, MILE AFTER MILE
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 longlost 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.
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.
Guiding Principle #4:
Guiding Principle #5:
CICLISTI: EXPERT COACHING TO MAKE YOU A BETTER CYCLIST
PROFESSIONALE E ATTENTO
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.
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.
World’s Greatest Guides Guiding Principle #6: RIMANI IN CONTATTO: STAY CONNECTED 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.
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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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New! Come Capture Your Passion! “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, SUDBURY, MA
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! 2015
EASY 9 days / 8 nights Daily Activities: Hiking, Photography Arrive / Depart: Salta / Salta See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
Wildlife Photography of Brazil’s Pantanal In search of the elusive jaguar.
Explore the Pantanal and capture its spectacular wildlife on this photo tour led by photographer Ossian Lindholm. The Pantanal, one of the world’s last great wildernesses, is the largest contiguous wetland on the planet and South America’s primary wildlife sanctuary. This wildlife photography tour provides close-up views of unique regional fauna such as tapirs, giant anteaters, caiman, capybaras, howler monkeys, giant river otters, the Hyacinth Macaw and toco toucan, and perhaps the stealthy and beautiful jaguar, apex predator of this vast realm.
EASY 9 days / 8 nights Daily Activities: Hiking, River Boating, Photography Arrive / Depart: Cuiaba / Cuiaba See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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Patagonia Wildlife Adventure Discover the wonders that Darwin saw on his journey to Patagonia. The Patagonia Wildlife Adventure is a two-stage photo safari and conservation tour. For five days, explore the hidden corners of Chiloé Island with a special visit to the private conservation area of Ahuenco. By boat, discover the coast of the island, where you can spot several species of mammals, shorebirds and seabirds, including the Humboldt penguin and the Magellanic penguin. Continue south to Patagonia and explore the Eighth Wonder of the World: Torres del Paine National Park, located in Chile’s southernmost and largest region; where the main economic activities are sheep farming, oil extraction and tourism.
INTERMEDIATE 9 days / 8 nights Daily Activities: Hiking, photography Arrive / Depart: Ancud / Puerto Natales See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
Secret Sardinia The mesmerizing light and forms of the sea. Acclaimed photographer Alessandro Carboni leads our photo tour across Italy’s mesmerizing Sardinia, an island of sharp colors and edges, endless skies, wind-carved rocks that plunge into the sea and wild, unspoiled beauty. Lying in the heart of the Mediterranean, Sardinia offers photographers an extraordinary richness of landscapes and ideal shooting conditions. Our Sardinian photography tour also takes us to the island’s charming villages of the northwest, where colorful houses perch around the Malaspina Castle and the river Temo. All the while, Alessandro’s guidance will help you capture the surrounding beauty and improve your photographic vision and techniques.
EASY 8 days / 7 nights Daily Activities: Hiking, Photography Arrive / Depart: Pula / Alghero See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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Sicily for the Senses
Explore the natural treasures of Sicilia.
If you seek to have your senses stirred, this immersion into Sicily’s nature, culture and cuisine is simply “perfecto!” The bustling fish markets of Catania, Lipari’s colorful pastry shops, the thermal springs of Stromboli, a sunset boat ride to Salinas and the ancient angles of Siracusa set the stage for your creative eye to wander. Nature calls as we explore the active volcanoes of Etna and Vulcano and practice capturing the magnificent light of each on this sensory journey of Sicily’s most photogenic landscapes and cultures.
ATHLETIC BEGINNER 9 days / 8 nights Daily Activities: Trekking, Photography Arrive / Depart: Catania / Syracuse See Page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
Iceland: Land of Fire & Ice A photographer’s nirvana. ATHLETIC BEGINNER Iceland is an island of spectacular natural beauty and 8 days / 7 nights wonderment, homeland to some of the world’s most Daily Activities: Hiking, Photography extreme climate, seismic activity, writers, musicians, Arrive / Depart: Reykjavik / Húsavík politicians, explorers and discoverers in history. On See page 48 for Pricing and Dates. this epic journey we will photograph the beauty of her volcanoes, glaciers and icebergs, pristine salmon rivers and powerful ,majestic waterfalls. This tour includes a boat excursion for an up-close opportunity to photograph migratory birds and puffins, as well as a helicopter ride for unique and incredible views over the Troll Peninsula. Iceland is an exceptionally beautiful place and truly a photographer’s mecca.
EASY 7 days / 6 nights Daily Activities: Walking, Photography Arrive / Depart: Lido di Venezia / Lido di Venezia See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
Carnevale di Venezia
Capture the colors of the world’s greatest festa.
Get immersed in the spirit of the Carnevale! The Carnevale di Venezia is a world-famous festival held in Venice, one of the most romantic towns in the world. Masks have always been an important feature of the Venetian carnival. On this journey, we’ll stroll along the maze of waterways and visit the island of Murano, the Glass Island, for a private glassblowing demonstration, and Burano, famous for its colorful cottage houses along its narrow canal streets. Each day will be interspersed with photography sessions, including a few pre-dawn excursions. ciclismoclassico.com | 1.800.866.7314
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What Trips Spark Your Passion? We Have a Tour for Every Taste! BIGGEST CICLISMO FIRSTS
THE HAMMERHEAD
Always innovating, each Ciclismo tour is a unique creation of our itinerary-crazed R&D team. We were the leaders in launching these original, exclusive Ciclismo tours that no one else has!
Bike to new heights. Fly across Italy’s fabled historic heart or conquer the heroic passes of the Dolomites. No matter what trip you choose, you’ll cycle through magnificent landscapes and satisfy your biking obession.
• Argentina: Vision & Vine • Wildlife Photography of Brazil’s Pantanal • Bike Across Southern Italy • Sud Tyrol Roll • Mediterranean Island Hopping • Bike Across France
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• Verona to Salzburg • Majestic Dolomites • Giro d’Italia • Pyrenees Sea to Sea • Bike Across Southern Italy
THE ISLAND LOVER
I’M RETIRED
FAMILY FUNSTERS
THE ITALOPHILE
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.
But not tired. I want to keep cycling strong. When “over the hill” means “nice passing you, young man.” You’ve got more get-up-and-go now than when you were 20, with nothing to prove other than a nose for distinguishing Sangiovese from a Sagrantino and the best formaggio to pair it with. Get your fill of culture, cuisine and—of course—cycling on these spectacular tours:
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.
My dream is to experience every corner of Italy! You know tagliatelli from tagliolini. Your nirvana is Norcia (famous for black truffles). The best view in the world is from the Duomo of Florence. Who better to explore the country you love than with Ciclismo Classico, the pioneers in Italian bicycle travel since 1989. You say, Pronto ad andare? We say, Andiamo!
• Bike Across Switzerland • Piedmont: Land of Barolo & Truffles • Amalfi Stroll & Roll • La Bella Puglia
• Sud Tyrol Roll • Many of our easier • NEW Tuscan Fantasy standard tours can • Fun in the Sardinian Sun be customized for • Provence Pour La Famille families too!
• Piedmont: Land of Barolo & Truffles • La Bella Sicilia • Bike Across Italy
• La Bella Sicilia • Swept Away in Sardinia • Savor Sardinia • Secret Sardinia • Fun in the Sardinian Sun
• Gran Canaria • Ireland’s Dramatic West Coast • Mediterranean Island Hopping • Marvelous Mallorca
• Giro d’Italia • Heart of Tuscany • NEW Italian Lakes
NEW! COMPOSE AND CREATE
THE NEWBIE
When landscapes, villages and markets inspire you, connect with your camera and your bike. Are you ready to capture 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.
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 the first and a support vehicle never too far away, you can rest and build fitness as you go.
• Argentina: Vision & Vine • Wildlife Photography in Brazil’s Pantanal • Secret Sardinia • Sicily for the Senses
• Iceland: Land of Fire & Ice • Patagonia Wildlife Adventure • Carnevale di Venezia
• NEW Loire Valley • Sud Tyrol Roll
SAVOR & SIP
CICLISMO CLASSICS
CULTURE CONNOISSEURS
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....
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.
• Piedmont: Land of Barolo & Truffles • Heart of Tuscany • To Venice, Con Gusto • La Bella Sicilia • Savor Sardinia • Assaggio Toscana • Divine Provence
• Heart of Tuscany • La Bella Puglia • Piedmont: Land of Barolo & Truffles
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 super-enriched day of learning. Curiosity is fuel and you learn as much as you can on each ride.
• Bike Across Italy • To Venice, Con Gusto • Giro d’Italia
• Bike Across Italy • Bike Across France
• Heart of Tuscany • Divine Provence
• To Venice, Con Gusto • La Bella Puglia
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Thinking about Organizing a Group? WE’LL MAKE ANY TOUR PRIVATE! For information on how to organize a group, call 1.800.866.7314 or visit ciclismoclassico.com.
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 over 27 years of experience in helping group organizers create the vacation of a lifetime. Let us help with the logistics of a cycling tour while you gather your family, closest friends, cycling buddies or coworkers.
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Benefits of being a group organizer:
Travel with a group handpicked by you
A great vacation for your friends and a great deal for you as group organizer
A custom webpage and other marketing material to help promote your trip to your friends
A dedicated tour consultant to work with you from start to finish
Special group savings:
Gather 6 guests and the 7th receives $1,000 off OR
Gather 11 guests and the 12th travels free
What’s Your Pace? 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, stop 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
We’ll Match You with the Perfect Tour
ATHLETIC BEGINNER You’re not an avid cyclist, but you are fit and love to exercise regularly. You cycle two to three times a week and enjoy exploring on your bike. Enjoy a 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 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 ADVANCED You are an avid cyclist who trains regularly, participates in bicycling events and is eager to plan the 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
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Sud Tyrol Roll A dream come true: alpine cycling 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 8 days / 7 nights Total Miles: 149 miles Average Daily Distance: 30 miles Terrain: Flat Bike Path Arrive / Depart: Glorenza / Riva del Garda See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
To Venice, Con Gusto A leisurely, gustatory journey through Italy’s Po Valley.
EASY 6 days / 5 nights Total Miles: 135 miles Average Daily Distance: 27 miles Terrain: Flat Arrive / Depart: Mantova / Venice See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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This bicycling adventure travels along a delicious route across three regions, ending in the romantic and famous Venice. Appetites will be treated to irresistible delights as we cycle from the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mantova along the Po River in Lombardy. We continue in the Emilia Romagna region, visiting the cyclist-friendly and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ferrara. The tour will end in the Veneto region, the perfect place for a final celebration after a full immersion in the northern Italian culture, history and culinary experience.
New! Loire Valley The garden of France. Discover, at a slow pace, the beautiful Loire Valley. What once was the exclusive paradise of the kings of France and their court is now a UNESCO site open to visitors from all over the world. We have created an easy itinerary that unfolds between quaint villages, quiet forests, perfect gardens and magnificent castles. All of our lodgings are 4-star hotels located in castles on ancient estates.
EASY 6 days / 5 nights Total miles: 160 miles Avg. Daily distance: 30 miles Terrain: Mostly Flat, Several Bike Paths Arrive / Depart: Blois / Saumur See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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Amalfi Stroll & Roll Enjoy the best of the Amalfi Coast on a combo hiking and biking trip. Intoxicate your senses with the beauty of pastel villages atop cliffs that plunge toward the shimmering blue Mediterranean on this combination hiking-and-biking tour of the Amalfi Coast and Cilento. Peaceful hiking trails and shoreline roads take us along one of the world’s most beautiful coastlines, past silvery olive trees, secluded fishing inlets, sandy beach resorts and aromatic citrus groves. Your days will be filled with wonder and beauty and will conclude deliciously each evening with feasts that abound in savory southern Italian cuisine, famous for its richness of flavor and natural ingredients.
EASY or ATHLETIC BEGINNER 9 days / 8 nights Total Miles: 98 miles Average Daily Distance: 23 miles Terrain: Mostly Flat Arrive / Depart: Positano / S. Maria del Castellabate See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
La Bella Puglia Discover the charms of Italy’s rustic southern region.
EASY or ATHLETIC BEGINNER 9 days / 8 nights Total Miles: 226 miles Average Daily Distance: 28 miles Terrain: Lightly Rolling Arrive / Depart: Lecce / Matera
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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—the Trulli of Alberbello, a UNESCO World Heritage Site—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.
Assaggio Toscana Savor “A Taste of Tuscany” as we tour the heart of Italy. Our six-day, entry-level assaggio, or “tasting,” of Tuscany cycling tour is the perfect introduction to Italy’s beloved central region! Commencing in the terraced foothills of upper Val d’Arno on the river Arno, our route follows delightful, twisting roads, cooled by breezes in stone villages, and through fertile landscapes. Pedal through the dramatic Pratomagno range, with tiny towns along byways lined with fig trees, vegetable gardens and vineyards. Along the way savor the best of Tuscan cuisine and regional specialties, attend authentic Tuscan wine tastings, visit Etruscan ruins and much more before we end in the storybook medieval village of Cortona.
ATHLETIC BEGINNER 6 days / 5 nights Total Miles: 147 miles Average Daily Distance: 30 miles Terrain: Gently Rolling, Some Flatland Arrive / Depart: San Donato / Cortona See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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Savor Sardinia Culinary delights and unforgettable sights. Sardinia is often described by travelers as almost a continent in itself. You’ll see why on this unforgettable journey by bike as we discover the island’s diversity of landscapes, fascinating history and distinctive cultures. On our journey through the island, discover how its unique regional cuisine varies from mainland Italy by sampling delicious local dishes and regional wines.
ATHLETIC BEGINNER 7 days / 6 nights Total Miles: 217 miles Average Daily Distance: 36 miles Terrain: Rolling Arrive / Depart: Tresnuraghes / Pula See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
Divine Provence From Avignon to Saint-Rémy, let Provence revitalize your senses.
ATHLETIC BEGINNER 8 days / 7 nights Total miles: 213 miles Average Daily Distance: 35 miles Terrain: Flat and Rolling Arrive / Depart: Avignon / St. Remy de Provence See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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This sensory journey of Provence will awaken your senses as you pedal on quiet roads through vineyards and fields of lavender and sunflowers to taste the charming rustic cuisine. Experience Mediterranean food and superb wines in a land that has more Roman ruins than Italy. Embrace the aromas of lavender and alep oils while strolling through the outdoor markets. Throughout this trip, you will discover an incredible variety of Provençal terrain, beginning with rolling hills, vineyards and fruit-filled orchards.
Where fairytale landscapes unfold before you.
Austria & Czech Republic
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 popular tourist destinations. The views along the ride are unforgettable, with majestic mountains and enchanting valleys stretching for miles. You are able to see the local culture, as unspoiled farmlands show central Europe’s true colors.
ATHLETIC BEGINNER 9 days / 8 nights Total miles: 261 miles Average Daily Distance: 32 miles Terrain: Flat and Rolling Arrive / Depart: Salzburg / Czech Republic See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
Ireland’s Dramatic West Coast
The total Ciclismo experience on the Emerald Isle.
Ireland—a land that embraces the imagination with its breathtaking landscape, welcoming people and ancient heritage. Tour the countryside and immerse yourself in this magical island. The never-ending, rolling 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 paved roads through emerald fields, and along the coast to a variety of pub-filled, traditional Irish towns.
ATHLETIC BEGINNER 8 days / 7 nights Total miles: 150 miles Average Daily Distance: 25 miles Terrain: Rolling Arrive / Depart: Ballyvaughan / Galway See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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Mediterranean Island Hopping The ultimate European getaway: Sardinia & Corsica. Each day of our island-hopping cycling tour brings new pleasures and discoveries. You will be dazzled by the dramatic beauty of Italian-influenced Sardinia and French-flavored Corsica. Superlative coastal cycling, refreshing dips in turquoise blue coves and exceptional local cuisine are just some of the treasures we’ll share on this unforgettable bike trip.
INTERMEDIATE 11 days / 10 nights Total Miles: 316 miles Average Daily Distance: 32 miles Terrain: Rolling Hills and Daily Longer Climbs Arrive / Depart: Alghero / Calvi See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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Marvelous Mallorca Spin the Spanish island on this new and exciting route! Mallorca has been the preferred training ground for cycling pros and aspiring amateurs for years. This island offers epic terrain on roads that are smooth with little 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 full of flowers. The cuisine of the island has been influenced over thousands of years by the civilizations that have come and gone, and today there is something for everyone, from tapas bars to old wine cellars converted into restaurants serving traditional food to Michelin-starred restaurants.
INTERMEDIATE 7 days / 6 nights Total Miles: 252 miles Average Daily Distance: 42 miles Terrain: Rolling with Some Climbs Arrive / Depart: Algaida / Alcudia See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
New! La Costa Brava Cycle the prettiest coast of España.
La Costa Brava, or “rugged coast,” is sprinkled with unspoiled coves, charming seaside towns and spectacular scenery. You’ll find cultural treasures and marvelous beaches as you cycle along the most scenic coastal roads. Start inland in Girona, sought out by amateur cyclists for early season training, and continue south to Tossa de Mar, perched on the Mediterranean and filled with delicious seafront restaurants and beautiful beaches.
INTERMEDIATE 8 days / 7 nights Total Miles: 260 miles Average Daily Distance: 46 miles Terrain: Rolling with a Few Climbs Arrive / Depart: Girona / Tossa de Mar See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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La Bella Sicilia Sicily’s ancient mainland meets the legendary Aeolian Islands. Come with us on this unique tour by bicycle and enjoy Sicily’s rich culture and warm people. Hike, swim and bike while savoring traditional Sicilian food, wine and music. Our cycling journey includes a hike up Mt. Etna, the highest volcano in Europe, and reaches its apex as we explore the dreamy, volcanic Aeolian Islands, each with its own distinct 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 See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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New! Italian Lakes
Lakes Orta, Maggiore, Como and Lugano.
Each corner of our itinerary is part of the complex mosaic of sights and experiences of the Italian Lakes. From the UNESCO sites of Orta and Cernobbio to the monumental gardens of Villa Taranto and Villa d’Este, the movie set preferred by Hitchcock, the high-quality cycling and unique, lake-inspired gastronomy put this area on the “to-see” list of the curious traveler.
INTERMEDIATE 7 days / 6 nights
Total miles: 230 miles
Average Daily Distance: 41 miles Terrain: Secondary Roads, Smooth Hills Arrive / Depart: Orta San Giulio / Bellagio See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
Gran Canaria Explore the 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 offering 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: Rolling with a Few Climbs Arrive / Depart: Santa Brigida / Playa de Mogán See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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Heart of Tuscany The quintessential touring experience in our home away from home. From the quaint town of Radda in Chianti to San Quirico D’Orcia, cycle through the Tuscan countryside along Via Chiantigiana (literally, Chianti Street), a classic and rustic route that passes through the heart of the Chianti wine region. Complemented by outstanding meals, along the way you’ll learn about Tuscan cuisine and olive oil at the homes of local producers (including Ciclismo guides!), and take a cooking lesson in a local expert’s kitchen.
INTERMEDIATE 7 days / 6 nights Total Miles: 150 miles Average Daily Distance: 25 miles Terrain: Rolling, Some Climbs Arrive / Depart: Radda in Chianti / San Quirico d’Orcia See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
Tuscany & L’Eroica A memorable flashback to the heroic times of cycling.
INTERMEDIATE 9 days / 8 nights Total Miles: 156 miles
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, immerse yourselves in the spirit of “L’Eroica,” a special race celebrating the heroic times of cycling with vintage refreshments and wonderful, but demanding, white-gravel roads.
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Average Daily Distance: 31 miles Terrain: Rolling and Hilly Arrive / Depart: San Quirico d’Orcia / Radda in Chianti See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
Piedmont: Land of Barolo & Truffles A gourmand’s bicycle tour of Italy’s greatest wine region.
INTERMEDIATE 8 days / 7 nights Total Miles: 222 miles Average Daily Distance: 37 miles Terrain: Rolling to Hilly Arrive / Depart: Monterotondo di Gavi / Turin See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
Savor all the beauty and pleasures of the Piedmont, considered Italy’s greatest single 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 be fortified on our journey by 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 7 days / 6 nights Total Miles: 234 miles Average Daily Distance: 39 miles Terrain: Rolling with a Few Hills Arrive / Depart: Asciano / Asciano See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
Tuscany Green A family farm-based cycling and cultural 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 full cultural immersion tour you will enjoy spectacular rides in the Province of Siena with meals inspired by the Slow Food movement. You will be guided through wine and olive oil tastings while you relax and enjoy a slower pace of life.
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Bike Across Italy
Cycle from one captivating coast to the other.
This is a Ciclismo Classic 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 and most scenic bicycling routes, from the incredible ascent to Orvieto to the grand finale in Porto Ercole.
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 See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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Bike Across Belgium Bikes and beer on an award-winning itinerary.
INTERMEDIATE 9 days / 8 nights Total Miles: 326 miles Average Daily Distance: 44 miles Terrain: Flat Sections with some Short, Steep Climbs Arrive / Depart: Clervaux / Bruges See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
For pedaling aficionados, Belgium is a bicycling mecca to include onw your bucket list. Belgium’s own cycling history is almost as long as the history of cycling itself. Our new Bike Across Belgium tour gives you access to more boutique breweries than ANY other European bicycle tour. For travelers who love to bike and beer, this is a dream tour! Selected by Outside magazine as a “Best Foodie Destination” in their 2014 Travel Awards.
Bike Across France This award-winning trip has become a classic in our “Bike Across” collection. 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 peel back the layers of history, while savoring the gastronomy and the French lifestyle, from the vantage point of our saddle to really feel immersed in the nature, looking for the right rhythm to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience in this unforgettable corner of Europe.
INTERMEDIATE 10 days / 9 nights Total Miles: 313 miles Average Daily Distance: 39 miles Terrain: Rolling to Hilly Arrive / Depart: Saint-Emilion / Carcassonne See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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Argentina Activa Spinning in Argentina’s undiscovered adventure playground. Salta and Jujuy are invitations to practice adventure travel activities in their diverse landscapes and vast, unspoiled territories. Valleys, mountains, jungles and deserts draw a map of diverse characteristics ideal for discovering by bike. Enjoy the incredible terrain of Northwest Argentina biking its roads among ancient villages and archaeological sites. The spirit of this tour is to live and feel nature in these beautiful places by bike.
INTERMEDIATE 9 days / 8 nights Total Miles: 200 miles Average Daily Distance: 20–30 miles Terrain: Rolling Hills and Daily Longer Climbs Arrive / Depart: Salta / Purmamarca See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
New! Chile by Bike Discover the lake and volcano district cycling Chile’s southern back roads. Explore this fascinating part of the country dominated by clear-water lakes and amazing live volcanoes. Together with friendly locals, you will pedal alongside the Andes mountains, green rolling meadows and national parks. We will visit local ethnic villages and relax in soothing natural hot springs.
INTERMEDIATE 9 days / 8 nights Total Miles: 271 miles Average Daily Distance: 45 miles Terrain: Rolling to Hilly Arrive / Depart: Curacautín / Puerto Varas See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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Swept Away in Sardinia
A seaside adventure on Italy’s most exotic island.
On this cycling vacation, you’ll stay in lovely seaside hotels and dine on fresh seafood and Sardinian specialties. The towns and cities of Sardinia, especially those along the coast, have a rich tradition of fish and seafood, while inland, they are known for game and farm produce. Over the centuries, the mixing of these traditions has evolved into a unique gastronomic experience. You’ll discover how this combination of tastes and cooking styles excites both the palate and the imagination. With its rugged countryside and ancient heritage, Sardinia is a bit on the wild side…but that’s what makes it so alluring: a land and a culture that will surely capture your spirit and your heart.
INTERMEDIATE 10 days / 9 nights Total Miles: 278 miles Average Daily Distance: 31 miles Terrain: Rolling Hills and Daily Longer Climbs Arrive / Depart: Alghero / Villasimius See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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New! Bike in Brittany
Distinctly Breton, northwest France’s beaches, woods and vistas.
With its Celtic heritage, tangible in its people, landscape, language, food and traditions, Brittany is less French than many of France’s regions. Our itinerary unfolds west to east along wild seaside cliffs, romantic lighthouses, glorious, unspoiled nature and character-packed towns. Cycling in Brittany is never boring: the roads are quiet and allow riders to fully appreciate the surroundings, and the terrain changes continuously and offers enough challenges to a wide range of intermediate riders.
INTERMEDIATE 8 days / 7 nights Total Miles: 280 miles Average Daily Distance: 48 miles Terrain: Quiet Secondary Roads, Succession of Short Climbs and Descents Arrive / Depart: Quimper / Saint Malo See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
Bike Across Switzerland Pristine pedaling and quintessential Swiss villages. Experience the quintessential natural beauty and authentic culture of Switzerland. Start in fairytale Lucerne, the city of water, and ride along crystal blue lakes with views of snow capped peaks. Pedal to Interlaken, nestled between the lakes of Brienzersee and Thunersee. Follow lakes and cross rivers over covered bridges into the village of Langnau im Emmental. Pedal on to Bern, the delightful Swiss capital and UNESCO World Heritage Site. The grand finale: an exhilarating descent through the terraced vineyards of Lavaux with the French Alps and Lake Geneva as the backdrop. Ebikes are available, making this intermediate tour easy for everyone!
INTERMEDIATE 9 days / 8 nights Total Miles: 280 miles Average Daily Distance: 43 miles Terrain: Flat and Rolling with a Few Climbs Arrive / Depart: Lucerne / Lausanne See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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Verona to Salzburg Swoop and soar through epic passes in two mountainous regions. Experience the dramatic mountain beauty and fairytale towns in the Italian and Austrian Alps. Ride over exhilarating passes, climb by soaring spires and downhill to charming hamlets surrounded by meadows of wildowers on alpine routes made famous by the world’s greatest cyclists. Renew your body and spirit, awaken to a rich mixture of cultures and celebrate the enrichment in the heart of the Dolomites.
ADVANCED 13 days / 12 nights Total Miles: 417 miles Average Daily Distance: 43 miles Terrain: Lots of Climbs Arrive / Depart: Verona / Salzburg See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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Pyrenees: Sea to Sea Tackle famous passes in the French Pyrenees. You’ll ride through the Pyrenees, crossing from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean, summiting many of these famous cols and relaxing in the soothing thermal waters of Ax-les-Thermes. You’ll never forget your visit to the prehistoric cave in Niaux, known for its wall drawings, the pilgrimage site of Lourdes or your hike through the glacial region of the Cirque de Gavarnie.
ADVANCED 10 days / 9 nights Total Miles: 471 miles Average Daily Distance: 59 miles Terrain: Challenging Climbs and Exhilarating Descents Arrive / Depart: St. Jean de Luz / Collioure See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
“I cannot say enough good things about this entire experience. The trip was fabulous! It was extremely well-organized and the guides were fantastic. They really made the whole trip. Their passion for the sport and the country was infectious.” — FRANK, MALVERN, PA
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Majestic Dolomites Fairytale towns and towering peaks in Italy’s high country.
ADVANCED 7 days / 6 nights Total Miles: 260 miles Average Daily Distance: 43 miles Terrain: Mountainous Arrive / Depart: Glorenza / Corvara See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
Experience inspiring beauty and fairytale settings on this challenging, exhilarating and epic bicycle tour through the Italian Alps, featuring legendary climbs that have deďŹ ned Giro history! Challenge your body while you explore a rich cultural mixture, and celebrate a sense of accomplishment on this quest through the heart of the Dolomites.
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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-f00t Elevation Gain Arrive / Depart: Grenoble / Sainte-Maxime
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Giro d’Italia The world’s most comprehensive pedaling portrait of Italy. Face hilly climbs and zigzagging descents in the verdant Apennine Mountains. Explore Florence, the jewel of the Renaissance, and delight in the vibrant palazzi. Pedal through the cypress groves of magical Tuscany to the melting blues 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 combine in this inspiring and unforgettable trip.
ADVANCED 15 days / 14 nights Total miles: 715 miles Average Daily Distance: 51 miles Terrain: Hilly with Long Climbs Arrive / Depart: Ferrara / Gaeta
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Bike Across Southern Italy
ADVANCED 12 days / 11 nights
Traverse Italy from heel to toe. Fueled 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 the enchanting regions of Puglia, Basilicata, Campania and Calabria. See and experience an Italy you never imagined, from Puglia with its captivating clusters of conical “trulli” structures, and across the Basilicata region to Matera, the famous city of stone. Winner of Outside magazine’s “Trip of the Year.”
Total Miles: 430 miles Average Daily Distance: 39 miles Terrain: Exhilarating Ups and Downs Arrive / Depart: Polignano / Calabria See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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Want the Ultimate Family Travel Experience?
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Filled with easy cycling, accessible culture, endless discovery and healthy and hearty meals.
Sud Tyrol
Perfect for families with children under 16, your family will bike, kayak, swim, ride horseback 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.
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
“I just wanted to tell you that we all thought this was the best family vacation we have ever had. The tour was absolutely perfect! We will be back for another Ciclismo Classico adventure.”
A leisurely spin along lakes, rivers and one of Europe’s finest bike paths.
and playing hide-and-seek in vineyards. FAMILY
— CINDY, SUMMIT, NJ
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Provence Pour la Famille
Fun in the Sardinian Sun
Sharing cycling, the scenery and sunshine—French-style.
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.
Cycle. Swim. Eat. Repeat.
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.
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Pedal Your Passion... Together! NEW! Tuscan Fantasy An idyllic family learning adventure based in a family-run, environmentally sustainable agriturismo. Bike, hike and interact with local kids while experiencing authentic Tuscany life with a Tuscan family in their energyindependent agriturismo, centrally located to offer a variety of active and cultural experiences in the Province of Siena. FAMILY See page 48 for Pricing and Dates.
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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 it 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
NEW CARBON FRAMES! INTENSO OR VERTIGO 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 Touring 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 Via Nirone 7
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-inch wheels and performance tires, you won’t be left smelling the flowers.
TANDEMS AND KIDS’ BIKES Cannondale Road or Hybrid: Racing posture with 700c wheels, or more straight-up position and 26-inch wheels. Co-Motion Periscope*: Premium tandem that accommodates a smaller team or even children. $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.
EBIKES ANYONE? Call us and find out how we have envisioned ebikes leveling the plane for active couples with different riding abilities.
Available on:
Ciclismo Classico water bottle
Tire pump
Combination bike lock
Two water bottle holders
Gel-padded saddle
Choice of pedals
Map holder on handlebars (or Garmin Edge Touring GPS)
Card with your tour leaders’ mobile phone numbers
Handlebar bag
All easy tours
All athletic beginner tours
Some intermediate and advanced tours, please visit our website
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Aluminum Hybrid
What’s Included on Your Trip ACCOMMODATIONS & MEALS
TRAVEL PLANNING
Accommodations in luxury hotels, charming B&Bs and family inns
An expert office staff in the United States and Italy to assist you with pre- and post-tour travel consultation
Breakfast every morning (continental or buffet)
Some lunches
Most dinners
Pre-departure resource with information on your destination, what to bring, what to expect and suggestions on how to prepare for the tour
All snacks and drinks en route
Convenient meeting points for arriving and departing
Pre- and post-tour hotel reservations, pre- and post-tour shuttle reservations (available for the hotels used on tour)
Luggage handling during the tour
ON THE TRIP
Carefully crafted and many award-winning itineraries
Detailed route instructions and maps highlighting daily options or Garmin Edge Touring GPS
Custom-designed cycling jersey for every guest, made in Italy, by Pissei
Group transfer at the end of the tour
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
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 (women’s hybrid also available) Ebikes 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
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
Wine and food tastings
Cooking demonstrations
Guided walking tours
Cycling clinics
Museum visits
Activities to immerse you in the local culture, such as visits to festivals and special events (subject to availability)
Bike selection on tours outside of Europe may vary
Extra loops available on most trips for those looking to log some more miles
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.
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Peace of Mind
Guaranteed We are the award-winning bicycle vacation pioneers since 1989! With over 27 years of exceptional service 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 magazine in their 2014 Travel Awards. Check out “2016 Top Guide Tours” on page 1, under the Table of Contents, for a complete list of tours our other Top Guides will run this year.
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 new 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 Women-Led 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. 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 (U.S.). 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!
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 47.)
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 16.)
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!
If you’re unsure of which tour you want to do, you can sign up as “undecided” to lock in your early sign-up savings.
For more information, call 1.800.866.7314 or visit ciclismoclassico.com.
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Ciclismo Your Way
WE’LL DESIGN A CUSTOM ITINERARY JUST FOR YOU! For more information on custom tours, call 1.800.866.7314 or visit ciclismoclassico.com.
“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 with 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
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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Share the Ciclismo Magic
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 ďŹ rst 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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EASY
2016 Trip Finder
PLEASE VISIT CICLISMOCLASSICO.COM FOR UPDATED DEPARTURES.
Pg.
TRIP NAME / TYPE
PRINCIPAL REGION
LENGTH
Miles / Kilometers
18
TO VENICE, CON GUSTO
Multi
6 Days
135 mi / 217 km
18
SUD TYROL ROLL
Trentino
8 Days
149 mi / 240 km
19
NEW! LOIRE VALLEY
France
6 Days
160 mi / 258 km
20
AT H L E T I C BEGINNER I N T E R M E D I AT E A DVA N C E D FA M I LY PHOTO
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JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUN
JULY
AUG
22
5 18
23
27
12
3, 17
28
SEPT
OCT
NOV
DEC
25
PRICE $3,995
4
+ Private Room $700
$4,895
$800
$4,395
$700
LA BELLA PUGLIA MINI
Puglia
6 Days
130 mi / 209 km
9
7, 28
7, 17
1, 11
$3,795
$600
LA BELLA PUGLIA
Puglia
9 Days
226 mi / 364 km
9
7, 28
7, 17
1, 11
$4,995
$900
9
17
8
$5,195
$900
5, 19
3, 17
$3,795
$600 $900
20
AMALFI STROLL & ROLL
Amalfi Coast
9 Days
98 mi / 158 km
21
ASSAGGIO TOSCANA
Tuscany
6 Days
147 mi / 237 km
22
DIVINE PROVENCE
France
8 Days
213 mi / 343 km
22
SAVOR SARDINIA
Sardinia
7 Days
217 mi / 349 km
23
AUSTRIA & CZECH REPUBLIC
Austria / Czech Republic
9 Days
261 mi / 420 km
23
IRELAND’S DRAMATIC WEST COAST
Ireland
8 Days
150 mi / 241 km
24
MEDITERRANEAN ISLAND HOPPING
Sardinia / Corsica
11 Days
316 mi / 509 km
30
7
4
16
6, 20
21
11
17
1
$5,395
22
24
8
$4,295
$700
8
5
2
$5,195
$900
2
27
14, 21 3
29
25
NEW! LA COSTA BRAVA
Catalonia
8 Days
260 mi / 418 km
25
MARVELOUS MALLORCA
Mallorca
7 Days
252 mi / 406 km
20, 27
26
LA BELLA SICILIA
Sicily
9 Days
221 mi / 356 km
18
29
20
LA BELLA SICILIA MINI
Sicily
6 Days
196 mi / 315 km
18
29
20
27
NEW! ITALIAN LAKES
Italy / Switzerland
7 Days
230 mi / 370 km
27
GRAN CANARIA
Canary Islands
7 Days
166 mi / 267 km
28
HEART OF TUSCANY
Tuscany
7 Days
150 mi / 241 km
28
TUSCANY & L’EROICA
Tuscany
9 Days
156 mi / 251 km
29
PIEDMONT: LAND OF BAROLO & TRUFFLES
Piedmont
8 Days
29
TUSCANY GREEN
Tuscany
30
BIKE ACROSS ITALY
Multi
$5,495
$900
26
18
2
$5,995
$1,000
11
10
1
$5,195
$800
16, 23
$4,295
$700
16, 30
14
$5,595
$900
16, 30
14
$4,195
$700
$4,595
$700
18 14
11
2
27
10
13
27 15
5
3
222 mi / 357 km
28
25
7 Days
234 mi / 377 km
29
11 Days
350 mi / 563 km
11, 27
10 12
17
28
25
9, 30
4, 18
2
25
31
BIKE ACROSS BELGIUM
Belgium / Luxembourg
9 Days
326 mi / 525 km
31
BIKE ACROSS FRANCE
France
10 Days
313 mi / 504 km
32
ARGENTINA ACTIVA
Argentina
8 Days
200 mi / 322 km
4, 18
32
NEW! CHILE BY BIKE
Chile
9 Days
271 mi / 436 km
8
10, 28
8
28 2, 16, 30 7, 23 10, 24
27 11 7
11
3
15
$4,595
$700
$4,595
$800
$5,495
$900
$5,195
$800
$3,995
$600
$5,895
$900
$5,295
$900
$5,995
$1,000
$5,195
$900
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SWEPT AWAY IN SARDINIA
Sardinia
10 Days
278 mi / 447 km
34
NEW! BIKE IN BRITTANY
France
8 Days
280 mi / 451 km
34
BIKE ACROSS SWITZERLAND
Switzerland
9 Days
280 mi / 451 km
35
VERONA TO SALZBURG
Italy / Austria
13 Days
417 mi / 671 km
36
PYRENEES: SEA TO SEA
France
10 Days
471 mi / 758 km
37
MAJESTIC DOLOMITES
Dolomites
7 Days
260 mi / 418 km
14
30
$4,295
$700
38
GIRO D’ITALIA
Multi
15 Days
715 mi / 1,151 km
25
27
$6,995
$1,100
$5,295
$800
38
FRENCH ALPS TO FRENCH RIVIERA
Multi
9 Days
396 mi / 637 km
39
BIKE ACROSS SOUTHERN ITALY
Multi
12 Days
430 mi / 692 km
41
SUD TYROL FAMILY
Trentino
7 Days
78 mi / 126 km
41
FUN IN THE SARDINIAN SUN
Sardinia
7 Days
53 mi / 85 km
41
NEW! TUSCAN FANTASY
Tuscany
7 Days
74 mi / 119 km
41
PROVENCE POUR LA FAMILLE
Provence
7 Days
134 mi /216 km
11
ARGENTINA VISION & VINE
Argentina
9 Days
11
WILDLIFE IN PANTANAL
Brazil
9 Days
N/A
12
SECRET SARDINIA
Sardinia
8 Days
N/A
12
PATAGONIA WILDLIFE ADVENTURE
Chile
9 Days
N/A
13
ICELAND: LAND OF FIRE & ICE
Iceland
8 Days
N/A
NEW! SICILY FOR THE SENSES
Sicily
9 Days
N/A
13
NEW! CARNEVALE DI VENEZIA
Venice
7 Days
N/A
$5,195
$900
9, 30
20
$6,495
$1,100
$6,995
$1,000
$5,495
$900
27
6
16
10
12
11
2
3, 17, 31 24 12, 27 31 24
$700 $700
$3,495 *
$500
14
$4,495 *
$700
$5,195
$900
3
$6,790
$900
19
$4,695
$750
12 1 20
29 Bold date denotes a Top Guide Trip departure.
$1,000
$4,195 * $3,995 *
3
11
$5,795
21
28
5
$900
13
16
8
$5,695
9
27
N/A
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$6,395
$1,620
$4,695
$750
$5,595
$900
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“The customer service was excellent. Very responsive, flexible and considerate of our group needs. Wonderful with the children. Ciclismo Classico went above and beyond in making sure we all had good rooms in our hotels! We really appreciate that!”
Our Ciclismo Team
— DIANE, INCLINE VILLAGE, NV
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. We warmly embrace our active-travel niche and family-style 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!
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