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Welcome to Italy! On arrival, our friendly team will be there to greet you and arrange your transfer to the beautiful southern shores of Lake Garda. Our home for the next few days is Hotel Palace in Desenzano, the perfect place to relax, settle in and begin your Italian cycling adventure.

After getting comfortable, we'll take care of your bike fitting and make sure everything is just right before setting off on our first ride together. Today's welcome ride takes us through the gentle countryside surrounding Lake Garda, following peaceful roads towards Borghetto sul Mincio, one of Italy's most charming villages. With its ancient watermills, stone bridges and picturesque riverside setting, it's a wonderful introduction to the beauty of this region.

We'll return to the hotel to freshen up before gathering for our first dinner together. A lovely opportunity to get to know your fellow riders, enjoy delicious Italian food and raise a glass to the adventures ahead.

Lake Garda · Hotel Palace · Desenzano

After a restful night's sleep and a leisurely breakfast overlooking Lake Garda, it's time to discover one of the lake's most beautiful stretches of coastline. Today we'll follow scenic roads along the western shore, where sparkling blue waters, olive groves and charming lakeside villages create the perfect backdrop for a memorable day on the bike.

Our ride takes us towards San Felice del Benaco, a delightful village surrounded by rolling hills and breathtaking lake views. Along the way, we'll enjoy the relaxed rhythm of Italian life, with plenty of opportunities to stop for photos or a proper Italian cappuccino. We'll then continue towards the elegant town of Salò, famous for its beautiful waterfront promenade, historic streets and inviting cafés.

Here we'll stop for a leisurely lunch, soaking up the atmosphere and enjoying delicious local flavours by the water. In the afternoon, we'll make our way back to the hotel, with time to unwind, take a refreshing swim or simply enjoy the wonderful views across Lake Garda.

Lake Garda · Hotel Palace · Desenzano

This morning we take the short transfer from Desenzano to Lake Iseo, to enjoy some coffee tasting and a tour in Trismoka with Michael. Lake Iseo is the home of Italy Bike Tours — a place so blessed in beauty and tranquillity you will be sure to return.

Our ride today is the longest of the week, but in many ways the easiest. With little traffic, flat roads and arguably the world's best cycle path, this really is what great cycling holidays are all about. We will delight in showing you why Lake Iseo is regarded as the best kept secret in Italy.

Tonight we take a boat trip to Monte Isola for dinner in one of the best restaurants on the lake.

Lake Iseo · Hotel Araba Fenice · Sulzano

This morning's leisurely breakfast will be taken overlooking Lake Iseo. You will then have free time in the morning to enjoy the hotel's facilities before heading out on the ride in the late morning.

Today's ride is stunning. We head south away from Iseo into the wine region of Franciacorta. It is difficult to imagine two contrasting areas to cycle: Lake Iseo and Franciacorta. In the afternoon we will visit a vineyard for a tour and tasting with some local hams and cheeses. A transfer back to the hotel will be available afterwards.

We will enjoy a dinner overlooking the lake in a traditional local trattoria.

Lake Iseo · Hotel Araba Fenice · Sulzano

This morning, we transfer to our final destination of the week: the breathtaking Lake Como. Setting off from our hotel, we'll enjoy a scenic ride along the lakeshore towards the charming town of Menaggio, before hopping on a ferry to Bellagio, the jewel of Lake Como.

After a delicious lakeside lunch, take some time to wander through Bellagio's picturesque cobbled streets, soak up the views and enjoy the timeless elegance of this iconic destination.

From here, choose your adventure: enjoy a relaxing return to the hotel or challenge your legs on the legendary climb to Madonna del Ghisallo, one of cycling's most sacred landmarks, where we'll have the chance to visit the famous Cycling Museum at the summit.

We'll round off this unforgettable day with a lovely dinner in Como.

Lake Como · Albergo Terminus · Como

For our final day in the saddle, we're crossing the border into Switzerland for one last unforgettable cycling adventure!

Enjoy a spectacular ride through the picturesque landscapes surrounding Lake Lugano, where charming villages, rolling hills and breathtaking lake views set the scene.

Our destination is the stunning Castello di Morcote, a beautiful wine estate overlooking the lake, where we'll slow down and savour a special wine tasting surrounded by vineyards and spectacular scenery.

From here, we'll make our way to Lugano for a delicious lunch, with time to soak up the city's elegant Swiss-Italian atmosphere before transferring back to our hotel in Como.

Tonight, we'll gather for a special farewell dinner in Como, raising a glass to an incredible week of cycling, unforgettable landscapes and memories made together!

Lake Como · Albergo Terminus · Como

Enjoy one last leisurely breakfast together, sharing memories of an unforgettable week before it's time to say goodbye. After checking out, our team will arrange a group transfer to Milan Airport, departing from the hotel at 10:00 am.

As our adventure comes to an end, we hope you'll leave with incredible memories, new friendships and a little piece of Italy in your heart. Until next time – arrivederci!