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8 DAYS
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  • Best of mountain culture
  • Stays in the romantic village of Canazei and Corvara
  • Daily backdrop of soaring rock spires, plunging waterfalls and cool forests
  • Climb some of Italy's most spectacular and famous mountain passes
  • Succulent, northern Italian cuisine

ACTIVITIES ON THIS TRIP
Primary: Road Cycling
Other: sightseeing, climbing
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Maratona of the Dolomites

Space is limited to a specific number of entries, so be sure to save your space and join "Team Ciclismo" in Italy's premier Gran Fondo!

Celebrate the joy and challenge of cycling on the most important Italian "Gran Fondo": the "Maratona dles Dolomites," a timed cycling event attracting nearly 10,000 cycling enthusiasts from all around the world. Filled by a lottery with over 20,000 applicants, this Gran Fondo is also among the most popular in Italy!

Participants may choose from three timed routes: the "Sellaronda course" (55km), the "Middle course" (106km), and the "Maratona course" (138km)

Day 1: Higher Venosta Valley
After a light lunch and introductions, we begin the tour with a warm-up ride through the towns of Clusio, Laudes, and the small, fortified village of Glorenza.
Day 2: Passo Stelvio
Today we ride the famous Stelvio pass, known as "The King." This road has a lot of history as a trading route between Austria and Italy during the Bronze Age. It's located less than 1 mile from the southeast border of Switzerland.
Day 3: Bolzano
En route to the lively city of Bolzano, you'll ride two more spectacular passes: the "Palade" and the "Mendola." Bolzano is a rich center for arts, history, and shopping.
Day 4: Canazei
The first ride will lead us to one of the lesser-known valleys of Sud Tyrol - the Val d’Ega -where Austrian language and culture are still dominant among the locals. In the afternoon, after having climbed two passes, we’ll reach Canazei, popular ski resort, base for cyclists wishing to explore the Dolomites.
Day 5–6: Corvara
After a flat start along the river Isarco, we begin a long ascent to the Passo Gardena across the homonymous valley: this is the gateway to the heart of the Dolomites. On the other side of the pass lies Corvara, homebase of the famous Maratona dles Dolomites. On day 5, we'll handle some pre-race housekeeping before we warm up for the big event of day 6. Our route is a beautiful and renown ride around the four passes of the "Sellaronda," one of the Alps' most beautiful circuits. A dream for skiers, and a challenge for cyclists, this is an 80-kilometer ride around the majestic Sella Massif, up and down the passes of Sella, Gardena, Campolongo and Pordoi.
Day 7: Ride the Maratona dles Dolomites
The Maratona starts at 6:30am, with the choice of 3 routes: short, medium and long, ranging from 65km with 4 passes to 150km with 8 passes. Not only will you earn a finisher certificate on the best ride of your life, you will also have access to all the racer-only benefits including the huge post-event celebration. Meet people from around the world! Plus, you'll get your own race stats immediately after completion simply by providing your cell phone number and email address.
Day 8: Arrividerci!
After breakfast, take a shuttle to the Bolzano train station to make connections throughout Italy.
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David C. from Orlando FL
There's nothing like the feeling of riding in a peloton of 9000 Italians!
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Gemma C. from St. Louis MO
The Maratona is AWESOME! The ride itself was fun and challenging, but the time we spent riding with our guides beforehand was also fantastic.
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TRIP INCLUDES

Accommodations & Meals

  • All accommodations with private bath in four- or five-star hotels, charming B&Bs and family inns
  • All continental breakfasts
  • Most dinners, except one or two on your own
  • All snacks and drinks en route
  • Luggage handling during the tour

    One of Our Awesome Bicycles

    • New, 27 or 30 speed Bianchi road bike with aluminum frame, carbon fork, and Campagnolo components
    • Ultra-performance, 24-speed Ciclismo Classico exclusive hybrid with aluminum frame (women’s hybrid also available)
    • Tandems available on request at extra charge
    • (Bike selection on tours outside of Europe may vary)

      Travel Planning

      • An expert office staff in USA and Italy to assist you in pre- and post-tour travel consultation (contacts, hotels, train information, suggested itineraries, more)
      • An extensive pre-departure package containing information on your destination, what to bring, what to expect, a recommended reading list and some suggestions on how to prepare for the tour
      • Convenient meeting points for arriving and departing

        On the Trip

        • Detailed route instructions and maps highlighting daily options
        • Wine and food tastings
        • Guided tours
        • On-tour cycling clinics
        • Museum visits
        • Rides with locals, visits to local festivals and special events that immerse you in the local culture (subject to availability)
        • Extra loops available on all trips for those looking to log some more miles
        • Custom-designed cycling jersey for every guest

          Guides and Van Support

          • Experienced bilingual and native Italian and local guides, equipped with mobile phones
          • Local guides to lead walks and educational talks or to play a local tune
          • Private van support to transport luggage and provide assistance when necessary

            Fees and Gratuities

            • Any shuttles (aside from private taxis) needed while on the tour
            • Tips and gratuities for performers, local city guides and other selected items

TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE
  • Wine and alcoholic beverages - optional wine kitty available on tour
  • Most lunches
  • Airfare
  • Transfers to the starting point or from the finishing point unless specified; we can assist you in planning and arranging any necessary shuttles
  • Helmets (required)
  • Transport of bike case for guests who bring their own bike; shipping in the destination available for additional fee
  • Personal expenses (laundry, supplies, phone calls, etc.)
  • Guide gratuity

     

CANCELLATIONS: 20% cancellation fee applied if cancelled 60 days prior to departure. Cancellations within 60 days are 100% non-cancelable

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