Join us on a jaunt around the UNESCO Prosecco Hills on our brand new 7 day tour. Experience iconic climbs of the Giro d’Italia, including Passo San Boldo and Monte Grappa, visit the beautiful Lago di San Croce and ride through picturesque terraced vineyards.
Taste fabulous local food & indulge in a glass or two of Prosecco as the sun sets. Discover historic villages, stay in stunning 4* luxury hotels and finsh the tour in the historic city of Treviso, the ‘Little Venice’ of Italy.
This is a region that is just beginning to be discovered and needs to be explored before the rest of the world catches on. Expect fabulous riding, delicious Italian food and drink, a deep passion for cycling and lashing of history & culture.
We run this tour for private groups on demand in Spring & Autumn. Pricing is based on a minimum group size of 4 guests.
Rated 2 out of 4 our Intermediate tours are designed for sporty people who are looking to enjoy some more challenging rides. E-bikes are available on all of our tours.
Meet at Venice train station for your transfer to Castel Brando an enjoy a warm welcome from your guides! We’ll spend the afternoon getting your bikes set up and head out on our first ride, a loop ride though the Prosecco Hills and its hilltop villages. In the evening join the group for an aperitivo on the terrace before enjoying our first meal together with a spectacular view!
Today begins with the Passo San Boldo, a beautiful climb known for its tunnels, switchbacks and appearances in the Giro d’Italia. The climb is 6 kms with a stiff average gradient of 7.7%. Find your own rhythm, sit back and enjoy the views unfolding beneath you. Regroup at the top and prepare for your reward – a long descent to the Piave river valley. Our route takes us north east along the valley before heading south to ride along the banks of the Lago de Santa Croci. After the town of Santa Croce the road heads downhill once again, to our resting place back at the hotel.
Today we ride a stunning loop to through the UNESCO Prosecco Hills and visit the town of Conegliano for lunch. In the afternoon enjoy the chance to taste local Prosecco’s and learn about the history of Prosecco making in the region.
Our first point to point is a relaxed ride through hilltop villages and the heart of the prosecco making region to the stunning village of Asolo, and our resting place for the next two nights. We’ll enjoy a relaxed lunch on arrival and guests are free to relax all afternoon, take advantage of the hotel facilities or wonder the cobbled streets of Asolo.
Another Giro d’Italia classic climb beckons! Ride from our hotel to the base of Monte Grappa in Bassano del Grappa. We’ll stop here to enjoy an espresso and prepare for the ascent ahead. The climb stretches a mighty 19 kms and reaches an altitude of 1,700 m – the highest point of our tour. We’ll regroup at the top and enjoy a picnic lunch with an incredible view. With the toughest riding done enjoy a fabulous descent down the northern slopes all the way to the base of the short climb back up to our hotel in Asolo. In the evening take a short shuttle to Basso del Grappa to enjoy an evening in the best traditional restaurant in town. A taste of the local grappa is an essential digestif. Saluti!
For our grand finale of the trip we hug the banks of the River Piave to ride to Treviso, the first city of the Venitian region founded back in 49 BC. We ride small roads all the way into the heart of the city. In the evening we celebrate in style in the city centre of Treviso.
Sadly, it’s time to say goodbye! Plan your onward travel from Treviso. We can arrange private transfers for you on request.
FULL SUPPORT
Enjoy small group sizes and professional, personal support all week from your guides & support vehicle.
We work with an industry leading guide to guest ratio – expect up to 4 guests per guide on the trip with guides leading the way on the road and a support vehicle close by at all times. Note that for groups of 4 riders or less this tour is run as a guided trip without the support vehicle.
The ride support vehicle is stocked with natural ride nutrition, electrolytes and water, as well as a full set of tools to resolve any mechanicals. On selected days the support crew will serve a delicious picnic lunch in a scenic location en route. Enjoy local foods chosen to keep you feeling energized and healthy.
Eat Sleep Cycle guides are experienced riders from all walks of life united by a love of cycling who’ll help to keep the group safe, motivated and savouring the trip of a lifetime.
All guests will receive access to our digital Road Book and routes, giving everyone the flexibility to ride at their own pace.
Hotels shown are examples and are subject to change
Stay in the grand medieval castle of Castel Brando, in Cison di Valmarino, an ancient medieval hamlet in the Prosecco wine area of Altamarca. Enjoy an elegant breakfast in the Sansonvino restaurant, and wood-fired pizza at the La Fucina restaurant. All around Brando Castle you can admire lounges and dining halls with 16th and 18th-century décor. The castle even features a museum and art gallery, as well as an ice cream parlour and terraces with panoramic views across the valley.
Its 50 hectares of grounds include a Roman spa with swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, and gym, available to book at an extra cost.
The Albergo Al Sole is a luxury hotel in the heart of Asolo.
It has 23 bedrooms of various kinds, with breathtaking views of the stunning natural landscape all around it. It is an ideal choice for hikers and an extremely popular destination with cyclists and sports lovers from all over the world.
Finish the journey in the centre of Treviso at the historic Port Altina Suites. The hotel gets its name from the ancient gate in the historical walls of the centre of Treviso, which has stood for over nine centuries.
The hotel’s elegant rooms look out onto one of the most relaxing, green areas of the city, a short walk from the river Sile and the park named after it. Hotel guests will be welcomed in refined suites with a historical atmosphere, but also equipped with every modern comfort.
Port Altina offers the perfect combintation of a relaxing, peaceful stay just a 5 min walk from the centre of Treviso and Piazza dei Signori.
Bike hire is not included in the tour. Add bike rental to the trip from €40 per day
The best all-rounder for long-distance comfort, the Basso Astra as a Campagnolo 12spd Wireless Groupset (48-32 || 10-29) and a Microtech RE38 Wheelset
The ulitmate Italian climbing bike from Basso. Equipped with Campagnolo 12spd Wireless Groupset (48-32 || 10-29) and Campagnolo WTO Wheelset
During the past 10 years, Mario has lived in different countries, but now he’s back home in Conegliano to ride every steep hill in the area! Despite his focus on road cycling, he’s had some amazing moments with his beloved steel gravel bike! Mario has been a member of the ESC Team since 2019 and couldn’t be happier! He looks forward to seeing you on the road soon!
Italia! Pizza! Pasta! The Giro! Italy is a classic destination for cycling holidays, with a huge variety of landscapes to explore & a history steeped in cycling culture. Italy is best enjoyed from April through to June and in the Autumn months.
Italy cycling tours offer something special for every cyclist. Whether you're looking for mountain ranges, excellent food or to ride around the lakes, our cycling holidays in Italy have you covered.
From the high mountains of the Alps and Dolomites in the North, to the Italian Lakes of Lombardia & Piemonte, to the rolling hills of Tuscany and Emilia Romagna, and off-shore to the islands of Siciliy & Sardinia, Italy promises to wow!
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