GIRO D'ITALIA
FINAL WEEK
WATCH THE BEST RIDERS FIGHT FOR THE PINK JERSEY DURING THE LAST 10 DAYS OF THE GIRO
START/FINISH
TORINO - TRIESTE
DURATION
11 DAYS - 10 NIGHTS
AVG.DISTANCE
100 KM
AVG.ELEVATION
1'500 MT
DIFFICULTY
HIGHLIGHTS
The hardest pro tour stage race in the world, in the most beautiful country in the world. Who will wear the final Pink Jersey in Verona, after so many mountains? Come and watch this incredible race and go “inside the Giro” with our founders Andrea Nicosia and Simon Clarke, who has worn the Maglia Rosa and will show you the race like no one else can.
Our Giro Experience starts in TORINO, the first Italian Capital City!
After an editing warm up ride on the Giro stage Circuit, we will the follow the race on the West Alps, then on the Monte BONDONE and DOLOMITES! And finally in Tarvisio for the last decisive Time Trial on Monte Lussitto! A great trip across the Northern Italian regions: Piemonte, Valle d'Aosta, Lombardia, Veneto and Friuli featuring many legendary climbs!
8 Giro Stages including the Queen stage with the TRE CIME and final TT in TARVISIO!
DETAILS
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START-FINISH:
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DIFFICULTY: 4 - Intermediate-Advanced
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AVG DISTANCE: 100km
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AVG ASCENT: 1500mt
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MAIN ROUTE: 850km
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GIRO STAGES: 8 including the Final in Verona
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Recommended Arrival Airport: TORINO
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Recommened Departure Airport: TRIESTE
YOUR RIDE
WHO WOULD ENJOY THIS EXPERIENCE?
The experience is built for all riders able to ride for 4-5 hours. This is not a race or high intensity riding, but rather a true epic cycling Experience into the exciting atmosphere of the Giro D’Italia and its legendary cols.
We will ride as a group on the rolling terrain and as individuals or small groups on the climbs, so that everyone will enjoy the ride. On top of each major climb we will regroup to watch the pro peloton suffering, and then enjoy the descent together. As a team, we’ll support each other during the ride and make sure everyone finishes safe and happy!
All cyclists interested in cycling races, legendary climbs, and magnificent scenery will enjoy this incredible experience!
THE TOUR INCLUDES
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A fantastic tour itinerary designed by Andrea
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All hotel accommodations in strategic hotels, generally 4 stars, in twin-double room
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All breakfasts, 1 lunch and all dinners
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2 professional guides on tour (one fully qualified mechanic)
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Regular meetings with Pro Riders during the race, when possible
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Van support throughout the tour
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All in-tour transfers
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Snacks and food supplements including electrolytes, gels, and energy bars during rides by OTE SPORT
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Garmin 810-820 loan unit with maps
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1 top quality cycling kit made by DAMA (jersey, knicks, socks)
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Free use of a POC Helmet
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Detailed printed tour information booklet
MORE ABOUT THE TERRAIN
We have selected some of the best stages offering a mix of all terrains, but there will be a lot of climbing!
The start from the Torino is definitely not to hard, but after those sweet hills everything else is more demanding!
Some of the climbs can be challenging as well with some steep sections, but generally for short distances. The Mortirolo and Marmolada are the hardest climbs but definitely some of the highlights of the trip!
The descents are generally technical but well-paved and safe. There will be some rolling terrain as well, but honestly not much!
ON REQUEST, NOT INCLUDED
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Single room
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High-end rental bike
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Massage at hotel
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Personal airport transfer
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Alcohol in General
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Flights
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Travel Insurance
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Guides Tips
TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1 - TORINO Warm up ride, Giro Stage 12
Welcome & warm up ride
This is a warm-up ride to ease the legs and bod, but It will take us into the Giro D'Italia Atmosphere! We will ride out of Torino on the Race Circuit and It will include some small climbs and offer spectacular views of the surrounding mountains.
Day 2 - TORINO to IVREA, Giro Stage 13
Main Route: 100km, 63mi
Total Ascent: 1500m, 5500ft
It's time to discover the Alps but better we start easy!
We will leave Torino by bus and start riding in Ivrea, surrounded by big mountains! After a nice warm up along the valley (Valle d'Aosta!), we will climb up to the finish line in Cogne at 1600m!
Day 3 - IVREA to LAGO MAGGIORE, Giro Stage 14 Transfer & Ride
Main Route: 90km, 69mi
Total Ascent: 2500m, 8500ft
We continue our adventure moving into the Central Alps....the mountains from now will look extremely big! After 2 hours in the car, we will ride the famous-infamous Passo del Mortirolo from the classic side of Mazzo di Valtellina, which will be the descent of the following Stage.
Day 4 - LAGO MAGGIORE, loop to Mottarone
Main Route: 60km, 40mi Total Ascent: 1500m, 4500ft
After 3 long days traveling, today it's time to enjoy the Giro at its best! We will ride at the top of Mortirolo following the Race course and wait for the peloton on this epic mountain! Ready for and epic day??
Day 5 - LAGO MAGGIORE to TRENTO, rest day
Main Route: 115km, 70mi
Total Ascent: 2500m, 8500ft
We keep following the Carovana Rosa (the Pink convoy!) through the alps heading east towards the Dolomites. Today we'll drive to Ponte Di Legno, stop by at the Race start and ride on the same course ahead of the peloton...maybe not for long!
Day 6 - TRENTO, Giro Stage 16 Monte Bondone
Main Route: 115km, 70mi
Total Ascent: 1500m, 4500ft
Finally some downhill! We leave the Mountains for one day as we ride to TREVISO, home town of Pinarello and many other famous cycling brands like Wilier and Gaerne! But not only cycling as Treviso is also the capital of Prosecco wine, perfect to celebrate today stage winner!
Day 7 - TRENTO to CORTINA, Transfer & Ride
Main Route: 95km, 60mi
Total Ascent: 2500m, 8500ft
The Dolomites, the most famous mountains in the cycling world! After a short transfer to Belluno, we will ride the Passo San Pellegrino which will be on the following stage. Another fantastic day on the bike ahead of the Giro Queen Stage!
Day 8 - CORTINA, Loop to Passo Giau
Main Route: 100km, 60mi
Total Ascent: 3500m, 11000ft
The 2022 Giro Queen Stage: San Pellegrino, Pordoi and Marmolada! 167 km with more than 6000m of elevation gain....will this be enough to assign the Maglia Rosa? We will find that out on top of the brutal Passo Fedaia (Marmolada!) after the legendary Passo Pordoi..a day we will al remember for long!
Day 9 - CORTINA, Giro Stage 19 TRE CIME
Main Route: 100km, 60mi
Total Ascent: 3500m, 11000ft
The 2022 Giro Queen Stage: San Pellegrino, Pordoi and Marmolada! 167 km with more than 6000m of elevation gain....will this be enough to assign the Maglia Rosa? We will find that out on top of the brutal Passo Fedaia (Marmolada!) after the legendary Passo Pordoi..a day we will al remember for long!
Day 10 - CORTINA to TARVISIO, Giro stage 20 ITT
Main Route: 40km, 25mi
Total Ascent: 500m, 1500ft
WePossibly the most scenic way to finish the Giro d'Italia: Individual Time Trial ending into the amazing Arena di Verona! Despite all the climbs, this Short ITT could still be decisive for the final Classification! For us, an easy day along the ITT course and then join the Giro Party at the Arena!
Day 11 - Goodbye
Check out and transfer to airport
After a nice breakfast, bike packing and transfer to Airport
TOUR MAP
