This excited journey to Lake Garda will start starting at the bottom of the Dolomites, which stand at the highest point of the Pusteral Valley. Find yourself on scenic bike routes along the Rivers Rienz, Eisack and Adige until you arrive in Rovereto. Then your travels will take you to the Northern Shore of the adored Lake Garda. Discover the typical Tyrolean style of architecture in some remaining arcades, monasteries, cathedrals, and castles. In Bolzano you can also pay a visit to the oldest living Tyrolean, Ötzi aka “the Iceman”. Breath-taking views are also not the only thing to experience in Lake Garda, but you will also have ample opportunities to sit back and relax after your cycle journey.
Day 1 – individual arrival in Brixen
Enjoy the city of Brixen, which is located within scenic vineyards. Take time to discover the arcades and cathedral in the old town and learn about the city’s episcopal history, which dates back to the 10th century.
Day 2 – Niederdorf / Toblack – Brixen approx. 65km
Kick off your journey by taking the train into the Pustertal Valley. From here you will take a mostly downward cycle route along the River Rienz, passing by Lake Olanger Stausee until you reach Bruneck, where there is an ethonographic museum to visit. Then the journey continues on gentle pathways in the lower Pusteral Valley, passing through the Mühlbacher Klause into the Eisacktal Valley and then back to Brixen.
Day 3 – Brixen – Bolzano approx. 40km
On the third day see the sights of the town of Klausen from your bike as well as the views of the River Eisack, until you arrive in Waidbruck where you can find the castle of Trostburg. The valley will start to narrow, and you’ll follow the river onto the Balzano basin. Bolzano is a city of two cultures awaiting you, here you can visit an archaeological museum where Ötzi the Iceman lives (access to the museum included).
Day 4 – Bolzano – Auer approx. 30km
This beautiful cycle route will take you past orchards and vineyards near the South Tyrolian wine route. You’ll also see numerous castles and ruins on this journey to the Lake Kalterer See and the charismatic wine town of Auer, the latter being your stop for the night.
Day 5 – Auer – Trento approx. 30km
Time to get back on your bike along the Adige River dam bike path, where you will come to the end of German speaking South Tyrol. Experience the famous wine regions of Trentino visiting the old episcopal city of Trento where you can see the old town, cathedral, and castle ‘Buonconsiglio’.
Day 6 – Trento – Torbole/Riva approx. 45km
Say goodbye to the Adige Valley just after passing the border town of Roverto. In Mori be ready for a taste of the world-famous pistachio ice cream in the Gelataria Bologna! Afterwards will come a slightly sharper climb (approx. 150 metres) over the short San Giovanni Pass, then you will descend to the lake. Your bicycle tour will conclude in Rova or Torbole.
Day 7 – Departure or extension
Starting point: Dolomites
End point: Torbole / Riva
Total distance cycled: 225 km
Apart from one significant climb on route from the Adige Valley to Lake Garda, the roue is easy and pleasant. The journey mainly consists of bike paths along the rivers Rienz, Eisack and Adige. Apart from cycling you will be able to see culture and relax.
We recommend flying to Verona, Innsbruck airports to reach the starting point of this cycling holiday.
Flights are available with a number of airlines to your required airport or you can travel to the start using alternative methods such as rail or road.
We recommend using Skyscanner to find the best flight prices by date or Rail Europe for European rail travel. There is customer car parking available at most hotels for a supplement. Please contact us for more details.
Please use local transport to arrive at the starting point or call us on 0161 703 8161 for more specific travel advice.
You do not need to go back to the starting point of the cycling holiday as all hire bikes are left at the final hotel.
Important: Please book your flights only after the cycling holiday has been confirmed by invoice or email. Flights and transfers are not included in the advertised holiday price.
About the Rental Bikes
This cycling holiday uses quality crossbar and unisex hybrid bikes. Quality Shimano components and puncture-proof tyres are among the components that will ensure you have an enjoyable cycle tour.
You will also receive a handlebar bag and map holder for easy navigation while. Prices advertised on the website include standard bike hire (unless stated). Colour and specification may vary from the image shown.
Unisex Bike (Colour may vary)
Rental Bike PLUS
E - Bike (Colour may vary)
Accessories
If you would like GPX files for a suitable device, please request them at the time of booking. Devices are not provided. Please ensure you bring any fittings required to attach the Garmin (or similar) to the handlebars. You might want to download maps onto your phone to avoid data charges when roaming.
All bikes are provided with standard flat pedals. You can bring your own cycling pedals but ensure that you have the correct tools to remove the pedals if the tour does not have a welcome meeting. You may also not be able to travel through airports with the tools if you are carrying hand luggage only.
You can rent a men's bike with a crossbar, unisex/female bike with a sloping tube or an electric bike for a supplement.
Gearing information available on request.
Frame Sizing
When you make a booking with us, we take your height(s) and the appropriate bike size is matched up accordingly. Unisex frame 21-gears with freewheel. Sizes: 56 / 51 / 46 / 43 cm. Unisex 7-gears-bikes with back pedalling brake. Sizes: 56 / 51 / 46 cm. Men’s speed bikes 21-gears with free wheel and crossbar. Sizes: 64 / 60 / 56 "sloping" cm. Helmets are not provided, and you will need to bring your own to use.
We always recommend wearing a helmet when on your cycling holiday!
Bike Hire Insurance
This cycle tour benefits from bike insurance against rental bike theft and damage in the holiday price. Please make sure you lock up the bike, leave it where told by the hotel, and treat your hire bicycle as if the bike was your own. Any negligent treatment of the bike will exempt you from cover. We advise you to ensure that you have adequate travel insurance for your cycling holiday prior to arrival.
Electric Bike Hire
Why not upgrade your cycling experience to an E-Bike (Electric Bike)? Using a power assisted bike is a great way to go on a cycling holiday and will help you smooth out inclines or longer days in the saddle. Each E-Bike features an LCD display, removable batteries for easy charging, and assistance up to 25 km/h. They have a range of around 120 km for each full charge.
E-Bike upgrade prices vary per tour, but if you require any more information about bike hire and electric bikes, please get in-touch with us on 0161 703 8161.
This cycling holiday stays in good quality hotels with private facilities carefully selected for their proximity to your cycle route and comfort. If you wish to know specific information about the hotel facilities, Wi-Fi and upgrades used on the holidays, please contact us on 0161 703 8161 for more information.
We will confirm the exact hotels prior to arrival.
You will receive your final hotel list approximately 4 weeks prior to your arrival date detailing the hotels used on your cycling holiday. If you wish to know more about the hotels prior to completing a booking form, please contact our Customer Services team via email or by phone.
You can find out more about this cycling holiday by completing a Contact Form or call 0161 703 8161 to speak to one of the team.
Season | Date | Prices per person | Arrival Day |
Season 1 | 30.04 – 06.05 | 01.10 – 08.10 | £660 | Saturday & Sundays |
Season 2 | 07.05 – 03.06 | 10.09 – 30.09 | £720 | Saturday & Sundays |
Season 3 | 04.06 – 09.09 | £775 | Saturday & Sundays |
Single Room Supplement | All | ÂŁ230 |
Bike Type | Price |
Rental Bike | ÂŁ85 |
Electric Bike Upgrade | ÂŁ190 |
GPS | ÂŁ30 |
Location | Price DBL/BB | Single Supplement Price SGL/BB |
Brixen | ÂŁ79 | ÂŁ128 |
Torbole/Riva Season | ÂŁ95 | ÂŁ140 |
Date From | Date To | Price |
30 April 2022 | 08 October 2022 | ÂŁ0 |