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Italy Bicycle Tours


Bicycling Vacations in Italy

With five decades of experience organizing cycling tours in Italy, we've learned that the best way to discover its magic is by bike. Italy's rich culture and history, food and drink, art cities and rural landscapes and most importantly its people come to life before you when you slow down to experience it all from a bicycle.

On our Italy bike tours you'll discover everything that makes this country so extraordinary as you travel through marvelous landscapes: Emilia-Romagna, Tuscany, Umbria, North Italy and the Dolomites, Puglia, Sicily and more - you'll have the best of Italy at your fingertips. End every day with a delicious meal of local food and you'll understand why Italy is such a popular bicycling destination.

Please browse through our line up of tours below: You pick the itinerary, guided or self-guided preference, and the dates - we'll do the rest!


Where to start?
Scroll down to see our tours in Italy, and read all about our types and styles of tours as well as plenty of useful information in the pages below. Don't forget to check our Discounts and Promotions page!


Additional useful information:

• How do our bike tours work? Check out our FAQs page!

• What's the difference between a Guided and Self-Guided Tour?

• What about our Casual vs Classic self-guided tour styles?

• Lastly, we offer various tools for navigation - this page details what it's like to navigate on our self-guided tours.


Explore Tours in Italy

  • Bicycle Across Italy Cycling Venice to Pisa! - Classic Self-Guided 

    Length 12
    Level 2
    Price €1895 per person *

    Our original and now classic bike trip across Italy, now with a second night in Florence! Starting on the Venice lagoon, stopping in renowned art cities (Ravenna, Florence, Lucca) and picturesque towns (Faenza and Vinci), crossing the Veneto, Romagna and Tuscany regions of Italy. You'll cycle on routes that we've been perfecting for over five decades!

    The perfect Italian cycling tour, since 1972!

  • Bicycle Romagna, Heartland of Italy's Homemade Pasta - Classic Self-Guided 

    Length 7
    Level 2
    Price €1035 per person *

    The Romagna portion of Emilia-Romagna is the heart of Italy's homemade pasta and one of the most bike-friendly regions in Italy. Start in fabulous Ravenna, cycle through scenic countryside and picturesque, off the beaten path towns, ending in glorious Bologna, Italy's culinary capital!

    New for 2024 - revamped itinerary with two nights in Faenza!

  • Bike Across Tuscany - Lucca to Florence Crossing the Heart of Tuscany - Guided 

    Length 8
    Level 2 to 3
    Price €1990 per person *

    Traverse Tuscany on this guided bike tour from north to south, hitting UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Renaissance and medieval towns like Lucca, Vinci, San Gimignano and Siena, and a grand ending in majestic Florence. Stay in local three-star hotels in small quiet towns, taste classic delicacies and the famous Chianti wine.

    Sep. 16, 2024 departure now confirmed with seats still available!
    Also available for private group departures!

  • Classic Tuscany - Cycling Florence to Pisa - Classic Self-Guided 

    Length 8
    Level 3
    Price €1425 per person *

    Cycle through Tuscany, enjoying the perfect blend of culture, cuisine, history, and postcard scenery that makes this a one of a kind destination. You will visit the famous art cities - Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Lucca and Pisa - and experience the earthy wines, rich art history, stunning architecture, and the welcoming people of this fabled region.

    Low Season discounts available!

  • Design your own cycling tour

    Create Your Own Self Guided Tour

    Length 28
    Level 1 to 3
    Price €0.00

    Create your own Self Guided Tour! We have tons of rides and destinations to suggest you. We can help you building the tour of your dreams!





  • Group guided bike tours

    Cycling Emilia-Romagna's Culinary Wonders - Guided

    Length 7
    Level 1
    Price €1765 per person

    A guided cycling tour in Italy’s premier pasta region and renowned culinary capital! On our itinerary from Parma to Bologna, you will taste extraordinary traditional dishes and visit the artisans behind the scenes while learning about the rich history of the local (now world-known) specialties.

    Available for private group departures!

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    Cycling Italy's Art Cities from Venice to Florence - Classic Self-Guided 

    Length 8
    Level 1 to 2
    Price €1395 per person *

    Our most popular bicycle tour in Italy for beginning cyclists is also a great introduction to Italy's spectacular cities. Start in the Veneto region, across Emilia-Romagna and into Tuscany, you'll experience Italian culture and history, food and wine, landscapes and scenery - there's no better way to do it than from a bike saddle!


    Low Season discounts available!

  • Cycling the Majestic Dolomites! Cortina to Bolzano - Classic Self-Guided

    Length 8
    Level 1 to 2
    Price €1355 per person *

    The postcard valleys of the Dolomites are a paradise for any outdoor activity, and the gentle bike paths that criss-cross the region are perfect for bicycle travel. On this flexible self-guided itinerary, you can choose to cycle on the rolling valley floors, or challenge yourself on epic mountain climbs.

    Low Season discounts available!

  • Cycling the West coast of Sardinia - Self-Guided

    Length 8
    Level 3
    Price €890 per person*

    On this tour, you will cycle along Sardinia's breathtaking West coast. Starting from the fascinating Alghero, then across the wilderness of Costa Verde, completing your adventure at the unspoiled beach of Chia and the lively village of Pula.

    This advanced cyclist tour caters to those seeking an invigorating challenge amidst stunning coastal landscapes and cultural treasures.

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    Discover Emilia-Romagna, the Gastronomic Heart of Italy - Casual Self-Guided 5day

    Length 5
    Level 1
    Price €495 per person *

    A short version of our recently updated cycling tour through Italy's renowned foodie region! Wonderful riding through scenic countryside and farms, picturesque towns and famous cities, as well as many UNESCO world heritage sites, splendid food and drink, art and history, topping it off with the legendary friendliness of its locals.

    8-day itinerary also available
    Low Season discounts available!

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    Discover Emilia-Romagna, the Gastronomic Heart of Italy - Casual Self-Guided 8day 

    Length 8
    Level 1
    Price €755 per person *

    A new spin on our classic cycling and culinary adventure through Italy's renowned foodie region! Cycle through pretty countryside and farms, explore picturesque towns and discover renowned Italian art cities.

    5-day itinerary also available
    Low Season discounts available!

  • Self-guided bike tours

    Discover Italy's Art Cities Cycling from Venice to Florence! - Casual Self-Guided 

    Length 7
    Level 1 to 2
    Price €775 per person *

    Our most popular bicycle route in Italy for beginning cyclists takes new form! A great introduction to Italy - its history and people, culture and art, food and fantastic cycling routes.

    Low Season discounts available!

  • Discover Romagna, the land of la dolce vita

    Discover Romagna, the Land of La Dolce Vita - Casual Self-Guided 

    Length 7
    Level 1 to 2
    Price €595 per person *

    A new take on our classic tour of Romagna, the heart of Italy's homemade pasta (and la dolce vita!), as well as one of the most bicycle-friendly regions in Italy. Start in marvelous Ravenna, cycling through postcard villages like Dozza, to the historic art city of Bologna.

    Low Season discounts available!

  • Eastern Sicily: Cycling Baroque Cities and Magna Grecia - Self-Guided 

    Length 8
    Level 1 to 2
    Price €1265 per person *

    This self-guided tour explores southeastern Sicily and the famous baroque towns of the Val di Noto. Starting in lovely Siracusa, you'll cycle along the coast and inland, through charming small towns and picture perfect scenery. A fantastic cycling tour in the Spring and Fall!

  • Italy's Alpine Valleys - Sud Tyrol, Lake Garda and Verona - Classic Self-Guided

    Length 8
    Level 1 to 3
    Price €1395 per person *

    This low-difficulty itinerary also offers challenging rides easily reachable from the main route, to epic mountain climbs and passes. Great tour for couples, friends or families of mixed cycling abilities (and even for kids!) blending the culturally unique Austro-Italian north with everything expected from an Italian bike tour – great food, cycling and scenery!

    Low Season discounts available!

  • Pedaling Lake Garda and the Veneto - Guided

    Length 8
    Level 2
    Price €1870 per person *

    This itinerary has everything you expect from an Italian bike tour! Start far from the tourist trail in charming Valleggio, riding to Mantua - a little known Renaissance jewel - on to beautiful Lake Garda. Cycle through vineyards, scenic countryside, and rolling hills, stopping in Verona, Soave, Vicenza, Padova and majestic Venice - unique cities that blend art, history, and beauty.

    May 12-19, 2024 departure still available, act fast!

    Available for private group departures!

  • Postcard Southern Tuscany - Cycling Cortona to Siena - Classic Self-Guided 

    Length 8
    Level 3
    Price €1295 per person*

    Come cycle through this beautiful corner of Tuscany, stopping in Cortona, Montepulciano, Pienza, Montalcino; crossing the postcard Val d'Orcia region; and ending in the one-of-a kind city of Siena. The perfect Italian cycling itinerary!


    Low Season discounts available!

  • Puglia and Basilicata - Best of Southern Italy - Self-Guided 

    Length 8
    Level 2
    Price €1360 per person *

    The regions of Puglia and Basilicata occupy the "heel" of Italy's boot, surrounded by the Adriatic and Ionian seas. Here, ancient Greek and Italian culture mingle in hillside vineyards, olive groves, and whitewashed villages nestled against the blue of the Mediterranean.



  • Taste of Italy, Emilia-Romagna Culinary Cycling - Classic Self-Guided 5day

    Length 5
    Level 1
    Price €995 per person *

    A 5-day version of our cycling and culinary adventure through Italy's renowned foodie destination! Known to Italians as the gastronomic heart of the country, Emilia-Romagna is still being discovered by foreign travelers and has become a traveler favorite!

    8-day itinerary also available
    Low Season discounts available!

  • Taste of Italy, Emilia-Romagna Culinary Cycling - Classic Self-Guided 8day

    Length 8
    Level 1
    Price €1285 per person *

    A cycling and culinary adventure through Italy's renowned foodie destination! Known by Italians as the gastronomic heart of the country, Emilia-Romagna is still being discovered by foreign travelers. This 8-day version includes two-night stays in charming Parma and in a wonderful farm estate (with its own parmesan cheese factory!). Our most popular bike tour!

    5-day itinerary also available
    Low Season discounts available!

  • Tuscany Gravel - The White Roads of L'Eroica - Self-Guided 

    Length 7
    Level 3
    Price €1690 per person*

    Strade Bianche means 'white roads' in Italian, named after the limestone gravel turning into white dust on the famous racecourse of L'Eroica. These iconic Tuscan roads boast steep climbs, fierce attacks, and breathtaking vistas, making it a must-visit for gravel cycling enthusiasts, as well as for bicycle travelers who prefer quiet, unpaved backroads

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    Umbria, Cycling The Green Heart of Italy - Classic Self-Guided 10day

    Length 10
    Level 2 to 3
    Price €1495 per person *

    Start in Perugia the ancient and modern capital of Umbria, explore Assisi - the home of Saint Francis - and pedal through vineyards and olive groves, past chestnut and oak forests, and over rolling hills to monasteries, castles, and hilltop villages virtually unchanged since the Middle Ages. Top it off with two wonderful two-nights stays for an epic Italian cycling tour!

    8-day itinerary also available
    Low Season discounts available!

  • Umbria, Cycling The Green Heart of Italy - Classic Self-Guided 8day

    Length 8
    Level 2 to 3
    Price €1360 per person *

    Start in Perugia the ancient and modern capital of Umbria, then explore Assisi home of Saint Francis, and pedal through vineyards, past chestnut and oak forests, and over rolling hills to monasteries, castles, and hilltop villages virtually unchanged since the Middle Ages.

    10-day itinerary also available
    Low Season discounts available!