Italia! Pizza! Pasta! The Giro! Italy is a classic cycling destination 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.
Welcome to Tuscany & the drama of Strade Bianche! Race the Strade Bianche Gran Fondo & spectate the pro race as it blasts through the Tuscan countryside. Cycle through the vineyards of the Chianti region and discover hilltop villages galore.
Top sellerCycle from Monte Zoncolan in the Carnic Alps, through the spectacular Dolomites & on to the Italian Alps taking in iconic climbs of the Giro d’Italia along the way. Discover the beauty of the Sella Ronda, climb with the ghost of Pantani on the Mortirolo, channel your inner Dumoulin on the slopes of the Stelvio.
A must for anyone riding in the Dolomites, this 50 km loop promises mind-blowing views across the four climbs of the Campolongo, Gardena, Pordoi and Sella.
The Stelvio needs little introduction. At an elevation of 2,757 m the Stelvio is the second highest pass in the Alps and links Bormio in the south to Prato & Switzerland. A regular feature of the Giro D’Italia, the Stelvio is notorious for its 48 hairpins.
The Passo Gavia has it all: stunning scenery, narrow tarmac, a pitch black tunnel and an illustrious cycling history. In 1988 Andy Hampsten battled apolcalyptic conditions crossing the snowy pass to take the Giro lead and cement the Gavia’s place in cycling legend.
The white gravel roads of Tuscany play host to the world-tour race every March. The race starts and finishes in the Tuscan city of Siena.
The lakes region in northern Italy are the playground of the rich and famous and for cyclists too! Lake Garda & Lake Como are just two of a stunning network which must be visited.
Shakespeare's balcony is in the city of Verona and is a symbol of romance & tragedy, and the perfect place to finish a beautiful cycling adventure!
GuideAfter leaving his career as an Engineer to explore the world by bike with his partner, Eloi has returned home to Catalunya to start a new career as a guide. Eloi has a deep love of life on two wheels and the great outdoors - he's looking forward to the adventure with you!
GuideMatteo is from the shores of Lake Como but has spent a lifetime travelling and guiding all over the world. Matteo brings good humour and a wealth of hospitality & guiding experience to the team.
GuideGethyn is from Wales but has been living in Catalonia for 14 years, and having found a quiet spot in the forest not far from Girona, he has no intention of leaving. Gethyn's been a part of the ESC team since the early days and loves the job. He rides road and gravel with friends and MTB with his dog.
GuideEmanuela is Italian and after many years living in Barcelona relocated to Mallorca. She started triathlon 10 years ago and has made it her life! Alongside guiding Emanuela hosts guests from all over the world in her Airbnb.
GuideDuring 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!
Italy has a special place in Eat Sleep Cycle history and we cannot wait to return to bring more of our amazing guests to this incredible country in the not too distant future. Italy has cycling deeply embedded in its culture & history. Capturing the depth of riding, the variety of terrain, the passionate cycling […]
Any cycling tour is guaranteed to be an amazing and unforgettable experience of a lifetime, but if you want to take your cycling tour to the next level, or travel as a family or large group then perhaps it’s time to consider a custom cycle tour. Maybe you are thinking of travelling with friends and […]
The cycling season is now well underway and we’ve already seen hundreds of guests fulfil their cycling dreams and experience some of the best cycling locations that Europe has to offer. Some destinations, however, are more popular than others, and when you look closer it’s obvious as to why: they’re simply amazing places to ride […]
We have a flexible cancelation policy – please take a look at our cancellation policy at the time of booking. If you have any doubts please reach out and we’re happy to help.
We rate our tours from Level 1 (Leisure) to Level 4 (Epic). Each tour contains a description of the level, expected daily ride time, distance and elevation. If you have any doubts we’re more that happy to speak to you on the phone and help to find you the perfect trip!
We recommend that you hire a bike for your tour and will work with you after you book to help you to choose the best size and model for your ride style. If you prefer to bring your bike, it’s no problem. Please be aware that on some of our epic trips we charge a supplement to transport your bike box to our finishing location. If you have any doubts, please ask!
Insurance is not included in our tour packages. We highly recommend contracting travel insurance at the time of reservation with a company from where you are from.
Health insurance which covers you for illness or injury whilst cycling in your chosen destination is mandatory, we’ll ask you for details of your insurance providor before you travel.
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