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Tour of the Italian Dolomites, Alps, and Lakes Itinerary
Tour of the Italian Dolomites, Alps, and Lakes
Dates: June 17 - 24, 2010
Length: 8 days / 7 nights
Location: Northern Italy
Level: Intermediate to Advanced. 40-70 miles per day over mountainous terrain.
Tour Start: Milan Malpensa Airport, Milan, Italy
Tour End: Milan Malpensa Airport, Milan, Italy
Cost in US Dollars: $3,599.00 per person based on dble. occupancy.
Single Supplement ($US): $899.00

June 16 - Depart USA for Milan, Italy.

June 17 - Welcome to Italy! Following your arrival, we'll transfer you to our deluxe hotel. Following check-in, relax in the pool while our professional mechanics build your bike up for you. This evening, we'll begin the week at our "Welcome Meeting and Dinner" at a local tratorria.

June 18 - Milan to Predazzo. After breakfast, we'll have a short transfer to Lago di Garda where you'll begin your ride. Today, you'll cycle past world-famous vineyards and medieval castles before the optional ascent of the Passo Manghen. Afterwards, relax in our charming hotel in the beautiful village of Predazzo!

June 19 - Predazzo to Colfosco. Get ready for some of the most spectacular scenery in Northern Italy! Following a relaxing warm-up, you'll ride the Passo di Valles before enjoying lunch on the shores of Lake Alleghe. This afternoon, you'll continue your adventure with the Passo di Campolongo before the final push to our 4-star cliffside hotel with the most spectacular views and cuisine in the Alta Badia Valley! Following check-in for two nights, relax in the hotel's spa before a 5-course Italian dinner this evening.

June 20- The Sella Ronda Loop! Welcome to "the" ultimate ride in the Dolomites - the Sella Ronda Loop! Beginning at our hotel, we'll ride over 4 challenging climbs that have been the backbone of the Giro d'Itaila for decades - the Passo di Campolongo, the Passo Pordoi, the Passo di Sella and the Passo di Gardena! Following your memorable day, reward yourself with a relaxing massage at our hotel before another 5-course dinner overlooking the Sella Massif! Perfecto!

June 21 - Colfosco to Bolzano. Begin your day with a fun descent before getting ready to ride the awesome Marmolada and the Passo di Costalunga! After lunch atop the Costalunga, enjoy a fast descent through the Val d'Eggental before arriving at our deluxe hotel in the center of Bolzano! Following a dip in the pool, explore the restaurants and shops of this historical village.

June 22 - Bolzano to Bormio. Following breakfast overlooking the Dolomites and Bolzano, put on your "maglia rosa" and get ready to ride a classic route over the Passo del Tonale and the legendary Passo di Gavia! Finish off your ride with a fast descent into Bormio before checking into our 4-star hotel for the next two nights. Enjoy dinner this evening in town before relaxing with some gelato under the stars.

June 23 - Passo dello Stelvio Loop! Today can only be described as epic as you climb to the heights on one of cycling's most celebrated and mythical ascents, the Passo dello Stelvio! Enjoy lunch at the summit near the Coppi Memorial before celebrating your achievement with a long descent and our "Farewell Dinner" this evening in town!

June 24 - Bormio to the Madonna della Ghisallo / Transfer to Milan. After breakfast, we'll have a short transfer to Lake Como and the world-famous village of Bellagio. Then, enjoy riding the official race route of the fall Classic, the Tour of Lombardy, to the Madonna della Ghisallo and the Italian Cycling Museum. Following lunch, we'll transfer back to our deluxe hotel near the airport. Choose between an optional stay at the hotel (with our group rate) or shuttle to the airport this evening.

 

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