Name: The Italian Mountains
Start: 2022-06-05T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2022-06-11T00:00:00.000Z
Location: 23032 Bormio, Province of Sondrio, Italy

Girona Velo

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8 reviews

Jun 5 - 11, 2022

Group size: 6 - 11

The Italian Mountains

23032 Bormio, Province of Sondrio, Italy

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Girona Velo

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8 reviews

Jun 5 - 11, 2022

Group size: 6 - 11

Have you ever dreamed of climbing The Stelvio, The Gavia Pass and The Mortirola. On this Northern Italy experience, you will get to ride all 3 iconic Italian Alpine giants that have graced the Giro d’Italia for more than half a century.

You'll be picked up in Milan and chauffeured to the stunning mountain town of Bormio. From here we will perfectly located to tackle these legendary climbs of the Giro de Italia. Obviously being in Italy, the riding is only half the story - the rest of the journey is to be enjoyed in the bars of restaurants, where a healthy sampling of the delicious food and wines of Lombardy is a must.

Day 1 - June 5
Day 1 - June 5
Arrival Day - Milan
You will be collected in Milan and chauffeured to the beautiful town of Bormio. Once you have settled in. we will take you for a coffee spin to loosen up those legs.
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Day 2 - June 6
Day 2 - June 6
Passo Stelvio
After a hearty breakfast and coffees - let's start this Italian mountain adventure by tackling the mighty Passo dello Stelvio. This iconic climb with over 48 hairpin bends will reward you at the top with views overlooking the Alpine surrounding valleys.
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Day 3 - June 7
Day 3 - June 7
Passo Mortirolo & Passo Gavia
Our final day in the Alps will reward us with two of the most famous Italian summits of the Giro d'Italia - The Passo Mortirolo & Passo Gavia.
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Day 4 - June 8
Day 4 - June 8
Bolzano - Corvara
From Bormio we will be doing a short transfer to Bolzano, from here we will take in a section of the Sella Ronda before tackling the mighty Passo Pordoi. We will the arrive at our beautiful luxury spa hotel in Corvara for the second half of this Italian adventure.
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Day 5 - June 9
Day 5 - June 9
Sella Ronda loop
Welcome to the Dolomites. What better way to start than to tackle the Sella Ronda, a loop through these epic mountains, taking you through some of the most beautiful scenery in the entire region
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Day 6 - June 10
Day 6 - June 10
Giau, Falzarego, Giat
We head east out of Corvara to ascend some of the most beautiful summits in the Dolomites - the epic Giat & Falzarego climbs.
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Day 7 - June 11
Day 7 - June 11
Departure from Venice Airport
Sadly, this is the end of our Italian mountain adventure. From here we transfer to Venice airport, not before our final Italian breakfast and one more macchiato.
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Day 1 - June 5

Arrival Day - Milan

You will be collected in Milan and chauffeured to the beautiful town of Bormio. Once you have settled in. we will take you for a coffee spin to loosen up those legs.

Girona Velo

8 reviews

An experience that goes beyond cycling - an authentic journey that explores the roads, restaurants, mountains & more. A perfect balance that allows you to push yourself as hard as you choose but also a chance to relax, and soak up the stunning vistas of the regions. For us it’s all in the detail & care - from the moment you are collected at the airport, you will be looked after by us with meticulous care throughout the entire journey - from the daily cleaned and serviced bike, the fully equipped support vehicle & freshly laundered kit.

Wow--great cycling. Great organization, accommodations, and food. Warm swims in Lake Annecy and big climbs up Alpe d'Huez (particularly off the back side!) were epic memories. Thanks to Paul and Michale "Chippy" Chipchase for putting on this bonanza of summer goodness.

By Piers B for The Classic Alps Experience on Jun 28, 2023

The gravel experience was one to remember. Paul and Chippy know how to curate a "wholistic" bike adventure...amazing routes, awesome food, top notch service and lots of fun! I felt like a pro for a week!

By Raymond A for Girona Gravel in association with Hopper Adventures on Jun 13, 2023

Girona Gravel was an amazing adventure. Everything from start to finish was world class. The routes were challenging and spectacular. The food was outrageously delicious and the hotels were first class. Nothing like starting a new day with a great breakfast, a clean bike and an extraordinary adventure waiting. Michael, Paul and James are top notch. Can not wait to book another trip with Girona Velo...!!!

By Tony P for Girona Gravel in association with Hopper Adventures on Jun 05, 2023

Paul, Michael, James and Miguel did a fantastic job on this trip. The guest group was limited to 12 people. We had a great base hotel that included a full breakfast every morning. After Breakfast, we would leave the hotel for a gravel bike tour of the local area mid morning. The ride was will supported with two guides, 1 mechanic, and a SAG who would meet us roughly every 20 Km. Typically 4-5 hours of bike riding per day (with breaks), and the country side was amazing Typically ride 80-100 Km per day. The first and last day are shorter rides. The Dinners were top notch, even the "Casual Night" a respite from Formal dinners, was a great European restaurant sitting outside in the square taking in the local culture. Girona is a foodie and biking paradise! The bikes were cleaned and tuned every night, water bottles always full, there were options for laundry service. These folks thought of everything. While this is not a competitive ride, the riders were all competitive, so the pace was strong. Bring your "A" game and you will love this trip....I did.

By Ed F for Girona Gravel in association with Hopper Adventures on Jun 04, 2023

I've been to the Dolomites three times before but the trip with Girona Velo was by far the best. The accommodations were first class, the riders were evenly matched, the food was spectacular and the humor was brilliant! Don't miss out on one of these once-in-a-lifetime experiences.