Verona to Salzburg

Soar through epic passes in two mountainous regions

Experience silky roads where the world's greatest cyclists play

Destination

Italy, Austria, Veneto, Verona

Activity

Biking

Level

Advanced

Duration

13 days / 12 nights

If you want an epic tour with big climbs that starts and ends in two of Europe's most romantic towns, this Ciclismo exclusive since 1995 is for you.

From $8,295 PP 13 days / 12 nights

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If you want an epic tour with big climbs that starts and ends in two of Europe's most romantic towns, this Ciclismo exclusive since 1995 is for you.

Experience the dramatic mountain beauty and fairytale towns in the Italian and Austrian Alps. Ride over exhilarating passes, climb by soaring spires and downhill to charming hamlets surrounded by meadows of wildflowers on alpine routes made famous by the world’s greatest cyclists. Renew your body and spirit, awaken to a rich mixture of culture and celebrate the enrichment on this bike tour in the heart of the Dolomites. Start in Veneto, pass through the entirety of Trentino and the dolomites until you get to Austria.

Tour Essence

Stay in authentic and unique hotels and inns
Spectacular rides over some of the most famous passes in the Italian Dolomites
Guided tours of Verona, the romantic city of Romeo and Juliet, and Salzburg, the magical, musical city of Mozart
HIke the tre cime di Lavaredo, a UNESCO natural monument
Climb the famous High Route of Austria’s Grossglockner

What to Expect

Terrain

Lots of climbing

Start Location

Verona, Italy

End Location

Salzburg, Austria

Mileage

Average Daily: 42 miles Total: 424 miles

Elevation

Average Daily: 3,858 ft Total: 46,300 ft

Biker group on the Verona to Salzburg tour

Once you have a trip confirmed, we will feed you a steady diet of additional pre-departure information that includes: How to train, prepare, pack and all the wonderful, inspirational and practical things you want and need to know before you go! Our Travel Advisors will be available to help plan your pre- and post-tour travel.

What’s Included

Van support
Expert, bilingual guides
Guided tour of Verona and Salzburg
Entrance to museums
Shuttle at the end of the tour to Salzburg airport

What’s Included

Carbon bike rental equipped with Garmin Edge Touring GPS
Ciclismo jersey
Ciclismo Classico water bottle
Two water bottle holders
Map holder on handlebars and a Garmin Edge GPS
Handlebar bag
Tire pump
Combination bike lock
Gel-padded saddle
Choice of pedals
Card with your tour leaders’ mobile phone numbers

Pedal Options

Flat pedals
Half-toe pedals (without straps)
Toe cage pedals

What’s Not Included

Helmet
Optional: clipless pedals with shoes
Optional: your own saddle

All accommodations
All breakfasts
3 lunches
9 dinners

Spectacular rides over some of the most famous passes in the Italian Dolomites
Guided tours of Verona, the romantic city of Romeo and Juliet, and Salzburg, the magical, musical city of Mozart
HIke the tre cime di Lavaredo, a UNESCO natural monument
Climb the famous High Route of Austria’s Grossglockner

Dates

2023

Jul 2-14

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Aug 6-18

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From $8,295 PP 13 days / 12 nights

$1,200 Optional Single Supplement

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Start Location

Verona, Italy

Fly Into

Verona Villafranca airport (VRN)

End Location

Salzburg, Austria

Fly Out Of

Salzburg airport (SZG)

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Day1

Verona Warm-Up

Meet at 12:00 pm in the lobby of our hotel in Verona for introductions. We have a light lunch in a restaurant and afterwards, we do a bike fitting and a warm-up ride along the beautiful Adige river. This is followed by a guided tour of the romantic city of Verona, home of Romeo and Juliet, and a special welcome dinner!

Meals Provided

Lunch, Dinner

Average Mileage

7.6 miles

Elevation Gain

776 ft

Riding Terrain

Flat and rolling

Meals Provided

Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations

Antica Porta Leona

Hotel Porta Leona is situated in the heart of Verona, only a 5-minute walk from Verona Arena, and it offers guests a spa center with swimming pool and gym. All rooms have free spa access, and are equipped with Sky satellite TV, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi access. A generous breakfast buffet is available each morning.

Luxury Level

Day2

Verona to Riva del Garda

Our first full-day ride starts out rolling through the vineyards of Amarone and Valpolicella and crossing the Adige valley, which provides well-earned views over the entire Lago di Garda. Then we have a long and exhilarating descent 1,200 meters all the way to the lake. Riva Del Garda is at the northernmost point of the Lake. We’ll have time to explore this gem of a lakeside town.

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Dinner

Average Mileage

53/58 miles

Elevation Gain

2,304 ft/3,533 ft

Riding Terrain

Rolling and flat, many bike paths

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodations

Astoria Park

Astoria Park is just a few steps from the old town of Riva del Garda and the northern shore of Lake Garda. You can spoil yourself with massages, fragrances and walks immersed in nature, as well as excellent food, sports, swimming pool, and cultural events. In all the rooms you will find: bathrobe, slippers and a gift from the Spa Lounge, shower or bath tub with shower, minibar, safe, air conditioning, and a wooden floor.

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Day3

Riva del Garda to Pinzolo

We climb out of the gorgeous lake valley towards the “Gruppo Brenta” the westernmost mountains of the Dolomite range. The morning climb is long but not too steep and provides some spectacular views of the lake and the tiny mountain villages. We pass Lago di Tenno before descending into a lovely green valley surrounded by beautiful mountains. After a short but steep climb to Stenico, we enjoy a delicious picnic overlooking the Sarca river. The rest of the day’s ride descends along a tiny road through a delightful river valley. As we approach Pinzolo, you will notice the characteristic mountain architecture taking influence from Austria and the north. At the end of the day, if time allows, we recommend cycling up to the base of the exhilarating waterfall “Cascata di Nardis.” In Pinzolo, we’ll enjoy a special dinner at a mountain hunting lodge.

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Average Mileage

38/45 miles

Elevation Gain

4,997 ft/5,695 ft

Riding Terrain

Two main climbs in the morning

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodations

Hotel Europeo

The 4-star Hotel Europeo is a simple mountain lodge in the center. All rooms are equipped with modern comforts.

Luxury Level4 stars

Day4

Pinzolo to Bolzano

We’re officially in premier Italian ski country! From Pinzolo (2,296 ft) we climb up through Madonna di Campiglio (4,921 ft), a skier’s (and cyclists) paradise in the heart of the Brenta Dolomites. The gorgeous mountain range is in view at all times with peaks that soar over 9,000 ft, the highest being Cima Brenta. Our first official mountain pass of the trip is Carlo Magno (5,518). We’ll stop for photo ops at the top before an amazing descent. At the base we begin our ride through the Valle di Sole (Valley of Sun), and climb again up to Cloz (2,595 ft). Below you can see the Lago di Giustina, and ride along a lovely ridge covered with orchards of the prized Trentino apples through Fondo (3,241 ft). After Fondo we climb up to top of the Passo Mendola (4,471 ft) from which we experience breathtaking views over looking the entire Adige Valley. We now pass into the Sud Tirol, a region that was part of Austria until 1918. Descending into the lovely valley of Caldaro (1,394 ft), you might think you are in the wine region of Austria, as the landscape suddenly changes from mountains to a soft and embracing quaint landscape of vineyards and tiny villages. From Caldaro, we’ll follow the renowned system of bike paths for which, the great Italian cycling champion, Francesco Moser is largely responsible. The sophisticated bike path system takes seamlessly and safely into the bustling city of Bolzano.

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Dinner

Average Mileage

65 miles

Elevation Gain

6,918 ft

Riding Terrain

Two main climbs

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodations

Hotel Laurin

The Parkhotel Laurin, founded by Franz Staffler in 1910, is one of the finest hotels in Bolzano, combining informal elegance with a dash of luxury in every detail.

Luxury Level

Day5

Bolzano Rest Day or Hike

Today is a day to rest up a bit and stretch other leg muscles, while we take an easy hike up the Oberbozen (above Bolzano), Renon Plateau (3,937 ft). With amazing views of the famous Rosengarden, Sciliar and Latemar Dolomite groups we’ll see the mountains through which we will ride tomorrow. We stop at Kaiserhof, a llama farm, with our friends Walter and Sabine Mayer. After lunch on your own, we descend back to Bolzano. Bolzano is filled with great restaurants, and one of the best gelaterie in Italy (and therefore the world). We also visit the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology, where, like a time traveler, we will meet Oetzi and his artifacts—he has a mummy that dates back to 5,000 years ago! We’ll go to the Batzen Brewery for a tour and tasting, while dinner is on your own.

Meals Provided

Breakfast

Average Mileage

5.6 miles (hike)

Elevation Gain

588 ft

Riding Terrain

Gravel roads and tracks

Meals Provided

Breakfast

Accommodations

Hotel Laurin

The Parkhotel Laurin, founded by Franz Staffler in 1910, is one of the finest hotels in Bolzano, combining informal elegance with a dash of luxury in every detail.

Luxury Level

Day6

Bolzano to Canazei

Today we’ll be skirting just below the Sciliar and Rosengarden with their dramatic peaks directly above us. We leave Bolzano on the flat bike path, but the situation soon changes as we climb towards the Val di Tires and up to Passo di Pinei (4,714 ft). After passing through several quirky alpine towns, we stop for lunch in Santa Cristina Val Gardena, and then it’s another 10 km until we start the climb to the second pass, Passo di Sella (7,362 ft). A long, steep descent takes us to the little gem of a Sud Tyrolean town of Canazei (4,806 ft).

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Dinner

Average Mileage

43 miles

Elevation Gain

8,369 ft

Riding Terrain

Mountain climbs

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodations

Hotel La Cacciatora

The 4-star Hotel La Cacciatora is another fine mountain lodge hotel owned and operated by Ciclismo Classico super guide Gian Paolo Fosco and his wife Catia. We will be guests of the Fosco’s at the hotel for dinner tonight. has pool and wellness center.

Luxury Level4 stars

Day7

Canazei to Cortina

We cycle along the same passes as Italy’s annual Giro d’Italia. Our first long climb faces the gorgeous Gruppo Sella, then rises above the Passo Pordoi and finally the dramatic Passo Falzarego. This entire area is an outdoor WW1 museum as it is the site where major battles were fought. Today we experience the landscape’s inherent peace and tranquility mixed with the majesty of some of the worlds most beautiful mountains. Here also you will experience an unforgettable feeling as you become a part of the international cycling spirit that one shares as they reach the summits of the climbs. Our descent into Cortina is blissful.

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Dinner

Average Mileage

40/53 miles

Elevation Gain

5,817 ft/8,344 ft

Riding Terrain

Two mountain passes

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodations

Hotel Menardi

The gracious Menardi family has owned this establishment for a century and a half. Elegantly furnished with incredible antiques. Beautiful grounds, fabulous dinner and breakfast. Impeccable and friendly service. Old World bar. 5 minute walk into town.

Luxury Level

Day8

Rest Day / Tre Cime di Laveredo Hike

Although today is a designated rest day, we have planned an outing to the Tre Cime di Lavaredo. We will have lunch in a typical Malga just in front of the three peaks. Cortina is often described as the Aspen of Italy, though its history is much older. Cortina hosted the Olympic Games in the ‘60s and continues to thrive as a mecca for all mountain sports enthusiasts, as well as also being known as one of the worlds “glitziest” mountain towns. At the hotel you will get a chance to practice speaking Ladino, (the local dialect) during dinner on your own. There are many options from country mountain pizzeria and pubs, to haute cuisine and Michelin-starred restaurants.

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Lunch

Average Mileage

5.2 miles (hike)

Elevation Gain

1,014 ft

Riding Terrain

Mountain tracks

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodations

Hotel Menardi

Luxury Level

Day9

Cortina to Lienz

The first 15 miles we climb over Passo Tre Croce, to the scenic tranquility of Lago Misurina, and continue skirting around the base of the imposing and spectacular Monte Cristallo through the Ampezzo Dolomites to Dobbiaco. We’ll follow a beautifully maintained system of bicycle paths through the wide Pusteria Valley all the way from Dobbiaco, passing the Italian/Austrian boarder, to the understated, city of Lienz, the capital of Eastern Tyrol. The quaint medieval city center of Lienz is a well restored pedestrian zone for shopping or an optimal place to chill with a nice aperitivo before dinner, which is on your own tonight.

Meals Provided

Breakfast

Average Mileage

52 miles

Elevation Gain

2,883 ft

Riding Terrain

Passo Tre Croci in the morning (1,699 ft in 4.4 mi), bike paths mostly down in the Val Pusteria

Meals Provided

Breakfast

Accommodations

Grand Hotel Lienz

The extravagant 5-star Grand Hotel is a newly built hotel surrounded by stunning mountain scenery. Gourmet cuisine and spacious spa await.

Luxury Level5 stars

Day10

Lienz to Zell am See

We leave the Lienzer Dolomiten heading north through the valley next to the river Winklern, approaching the majestic Grossglockner. The highlight of the tour and possibly of many rides you’ve done, the Grossglockner High Alpine Road takes us up to areas 8,202 ft above sea level, through majestic mountain scenery in the Hohe Tauern National Park. The effort is great but well worth the views at the top! After a long ascent, and a rest at top, we have a long descent to Zell am See, where we have a peaceful lake view and gaze back to the peaks we rode through.

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Dinner

Average Mileage

59 miles

Elevation Gain

7,969 ft

Riding Terrain

Big ride with one major climb, the Grossglockner; 6,286 ft in 32 mi

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodations

Hotel Berner

The 4-star Hotel Berner is the perfect accommodation to enjoy the beauty of the area and of the lake. The warm welcome of the owner will be just an introduction to the hospitality of the typical Austrian dinner we will have there.

Luxury Level4 stars

Day11

Zell am See to Werfen

We leave the Austrian oasis of Zell Am See and pedal along a gorgeous valley through quaint farm villages. The mountains in the distance are a dramatic backdrop to our entire ride. Make sure to take lots of photos in the morning between miles 3-10. We begin climbing out of this river valley (tough at times) and at the top of our second climb we will have a delicious Austrian lunch. After lunch, a long descent into Mulbach, then one last climb to Pfarwerfen and then down to Werfen.

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Dinner

Average Mileage

37 miles

Elevation Gain

3,301 ft

Riding Terrain

Two main climbs in the middle of the day

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodations

Obauer

Obauer is world-renowned for its cuisine. Brothers Rudolf and Karl Obauer (see their silhouettes in the restaurant’s logo) will prepare an unforgettable dinner for us, an opportunity for us to celebrate our journey thus far. The decor and design of the hotel is very unique. Excellent, decadent service.

Luxury Level

Day12

Werfen to Salzburg

Today we have a guided visit of Werfen’s castle. An easy, casual, delightful finish brings you to the enchanting city of Salzburg without even breaking a sweat. A lovely bike path takes you all the way to Mozart Platz through farmland and tiny villages. Get those Sound of Music tunes in your head; this is the land of Maria Von Trapp and Mozart! We will try to get in early so we have time to roam Salzburg’s delightful streets.

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Dinner

Average Mileage

29 miles

Elevation Gain

1,476 ft

Riding Terrain

Flat on bike path along the river

Meals Provided

Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodations

Hotel Villa Auersperg

Family-run for three generations, the small and elegant boutique Hotel & Villa Auersperg is in a quiet location in the heart of Salzburg, only a few minutes by foot from the old city. It features a charming garden terrace and a spa area with a roof terrace.

Luxury Level

Day13

Auf Wiedersehn

After breakfast around 9 am we offer one group shuttle to the Salzburg airport. Or, why not extend your stay in Salzburg?

Accommodations

Verona to Salzburg

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Destination

Activity

Level

Duration

Tour Essence

What to Expect

Terrain

Start Location

End Location

Mileage

Elevation

What's Included

What’s Included

Pedal Options

What’s Not Included

Bianchi C-Sport 2.5

Bianchi Intenso

Bianchi Manhattan

Bianchi Vertigo

Cannondale MT 800

Cannondale Road Tandem 2

Co-Motion Periscope Torpedo Tandem

Honey Bikes Tandem

Dates

2023

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Verona Warm-Up

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Verona to Riva del Garda

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Riva del Garda to Pinzolo

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Pinzolo to Bolzano

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Bolzano Rest Day or Hike

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Soar through epic passes in two mountainous regions