Giro D’Italia 2025 - Queen stage & 3rd week

Stages of your Tour

1. Welcome

   20 km | flat sun 25 may

   Benvenuti! We are excited to meet you and after a short transfer to the hotel in the spa town of Boario Terme. There will be time to relax before you will meet our trained mechanics who will prepare your bike. You will the be invited to join us for a stunning ride north toward the Swiss border, where breathtaking scenery, a refreshing coffee stop, and the chance to connect with your fellow travellers await. A chance to stretch the legs, stop for a coffee and meet the rest of the team. Dinner this evening to be enjoyed in the hotel’s fabulous restaurant.
   
   Hotel Brescia - Darfo Boario Terme

2. giro del lago

   80 KM | 600m mon 26 may

   Today we will start with a typical Italian breakfast and ride from the hotel heading south to Lake Iseo - the home of Italy Bike Tours. The most popular ride is likely to be an unforgettable cycle around the entirety of the Lake - which is the very definition of an untapped jewel in the Italian crown. There will be many opportunities to stop and take photos, enjoy a coffee and of course have lunch! This is holiday to be enjoyed and not enjured. The lake is home to many professional cyclists who we may meet along the way. Dinner this evening served in local pizzeria.

   Hotel Brescia - Darfo Boario Terme

3. STAGE 17

   20-80km | 0-1500m tue 27 may

   Nobody gives you the flexibility that we do! For today’s ride we will offer 4 options depending on how you are feeling! On the night before we will give you the opportunity to decide your preferred option of the day. Option 1- A gentler ride on the cycle path starting from the hotel. Option 2- Montecampione climb from the hotel, made famous by Marco Pantani. Option 3- A drive to Bormio from the hotel to climb The Stelvio. Option 4- A drive to Peschiera on Lake Garda to ride the final climb of today’s stage and see the pros pass. Whatever option you choose we will meet for dinner in a mountain lodge to share stories of the day.

   Hotel Brescia - Darfo Boario Terme

4. mortirolo

   60 km | 1730m wed 28 may

   It doesn’t get better than this! Experience an unforgettable cycling adventure, starting from Darfo (option B to start in Edolo) and climbing up to the legendary Mortirolo Pass, one of Italy’s most challenging and iconic routes. Awaiting at the summit is the private Italy Bike Tours’ hospitality area, where we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch and watch the pros battle it out in the Giro d'Italia stage finishing in Bormio. After the race, we'll return to the hotel by van to prepare for a special evening. Join us for an exclusive dinner with Matt Rendell, who will present his documentary on Marco Pantani and chat about all things cycling, the beloved cycling hero whose legacy began on the very climb we conquered today.

   Hotel Brescia - Darfo Boario Terme

5. stage 18 finish

   66 km | 500m thur 29 may

   Today, we’ll start with a change of location! Riding from Darfo to Bergamo, we’ll pass through the stunning Città Alta, stopping to enjoy lunch. Afterwards, we’ll head by van to Cesano Maderno to watch the Giro d’Italia stage finish, taking in the race excitement from the sidelines. Once the stage finishes, a short 1-hour van transfer will take us to our new hotel in Ivrea, Piedmont. Get ready for a day of scenic rides, cycling history, and thrilling race moments! Piedmont is one of our favourite regions in Italy. Boasting incredible food and the warmest hospitality. The small town of Ivrea will be a hub of activity as the Giro passes our hotel!

   3T Boutique Hotel

6. champoluc

   60KM | 1670m fri 30 may

   For many of us in the office we believe that today’s stage will determine who wins the pink jersey. Our ride from Ivrea to Champoluc, follows the iconic Giro d'Italia stage with its challenging climbs through the beautiful Val d’Aosta. This extraordinary day includes a unique experience: crossing the official Giro d’Italia finish line, then stepping on the podium for unforgettable photos. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy VIP hospitality as we await the pros' arrival, soaking in the electrifying atmosphere of this legendary race stage. It really does not get any better than this and you do not want to miss out. Dinner this evening served in local restaurant.

   3T Boutique Hotel

7. finestre

   50 km | 1740m sat 31 may

   The last day of riding and we have saved the best for last. Join us for an unforgettable ride from our hotel to the iconic Colle delle Finestre climb. Along the way, we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch at the exclusive Italy Bike Tours’ hospitality. As we take in the spectacular views, we’ll eagerly await the Giro d’Italia stage, which will tackle this very route. This thrilling final climbing stage is where the general classification will likely be decided, adding to the excitement of our day. So get ready to experience the perfect blend of stunning scenery, gourmet hospitality, and the heart-pounding energy of professional cycling!

   3T Boutique Hotel

8. arrivederci

   farewells sun 1 jun

   All good things must come to an end, and we say goodbye after a wonderful tour together. We will take you to the prearranged airport or train station. To continue your Giro d’Italia dream you can add the Rome final stage to this package - please speak to us at the time of booking.

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The perfect cycling holiday requires pedaling on the perfect bike. So should you not wish to bring your own bike with you we have a number of beautiful bikes that you can hire at very reasonable prices. If you are not sure what is the perfect bike for you then fire us a mail and we will be delighted give you some expert advice. You can find more information about our bikes below. And yes, you can buy our bikes if you fall in love with them!