What’s included
Every Ciclismo Classico tour is packed with value. Here’s what you can expect.
Accommodations & Meals
- Accommodations in four- or five-star hotels, charming B&Bs, and family inns
- Breakfast every morning which can consist of Continental or Buffet
- Most dinners, except one or two on your own
- Some lunches (two or more depending on the tour)
- All snacks and drinks en route
- Luggage handling during the tour
One of Our Awesome Bicycles
- Your choice of a 30-speed Bianchi road bike with aluminum frame, carbon fork, and Campagnolo or Shimano Components OR an ultra-performance, 24-speed Ciclismo Classico exclusive hybrid with aluminum frame (women’s hybrid also available)
- Tandems available on request at an extra charge
- Bianchi carbon bikes (included on intermediate and advanced tours, available upon request at an extra charge on easy and athletic beginner tours)
- Bike selection on tours outside of Europe may vary
Travel Planning
- An expert office staff in the United States and Italy to assist you with pre- and post-tour travel consultation
- A practical pre-departure package containing information on your destination, what to bring, what to expect, and suggestions on how to prepare for the tour including a training program
- Convenient meeting points for arriving and departing
On the Trip
- Detailed route instructions and maps highlighting daily options
- Garmin GPS (included on carbon bikes and premium tandems, available upon request at an extra charge on other bikes)
- Wine and food tastings
- Cooking demonstrations
- Guided tours
- Cycling clinics during the tour
- Museum visits
- Activities to immerse you in the local culture, including bike rides with locals, visits to festivals, and special events (subject to availability)
- Extra loops available on all trips for those looking to log some more miles
- Custom-designed cycling jersey for every guest
- A group transfer at the end of the tour
Guides and Van Support
- Experienced bilingual local and/or native Italian guides, equipped with mobile phones
- Local guides to lead walks, educational talks, or other activities
- 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 included activities
What’s Not Included
- Airfare
- Gratuity for Ciclismo guides
- Wine and alcoholic beverages
- Most lunches
- Transfers to the starting point; 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 such as laundry, supplies, phone calls, etc.