Sud Tyrol Family. A leisurely spin for families through lakes, rivers and bike paths SUD TYROL FAMILY 2018 ITINERARY OUTLINE CLASSICO

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1 Sud Tyrol Family A leisurely spin for families through lakes, rivers and bike paths Here s a unique concept: a cycling journey between the Italian and German culture on a spectacular spin along the Dolomites - without the hills! Cyclists of all abilities will enjoy this cultural and scenically diverse tour that glides (mostly downhill) along the Adige/Etsch River Valley and affords stunning views of the Dolomites to the east and the Alps to the west. Meander from the Venosta Valley toward the romantic Bolzano along flat, rolling roads and the cyclist s paradise Ciclopista del Sole (bike path of the sun) until the biggest of the Italian lakes, the beautiful Garda. Pedal along the famous Strada del Vino (literally, wine road) and enjoy countless stops in small villages and by Lakes and rivers. Hike for the day through lush mountain meadows filled with wildflowers and framed by snowcapped peaks. ITINERARY OUTLINE Trip Essence / Page 2 Daily Itinerary / Page 3-4 Arrival & Departure / Page 5 Bike Information / Page 5 Terms & Conditions / Page 6 Reserve Your Space! / Page 6 Ciclismo Classico info@ciclismoclassico.com 1

2 TRIP ESSENCE Stunning alpine cycling in the Venosta Valley and hiking on the Renon PlateauLearn more about Oetzi, the 5600 year-old mummy found in this area Discover the delicious mountain cuisine and the local beers and wines Explore Bolzano, Riva del Garda and enjoy some of the best gelato in Italy Overnights in elegant mountain lodges and historical hotels Quiet routes along Ciclopista del Sole bike path Savor the tranquil atmosphere of Lake of Caldaro and Garda with bustling multi-sport activities available Visit the Medieval Castle of Roncolo and the Adventure Park of Terlano WHAT S INCLUDED TRIP DETAILS 2018 Trip Dates Jul 1 - Jul 7 Ability Level Family Summary of Daily Distances Day 1: 7 miles Day 2: 29/50 miles Day 3: 2 hours hike Day 4: 25/40 miles Day 5: 17/31 miles Day 6: activity day optional ride 30 miles Day 7: Arrivederci! Optional extra loops available Trip Price $4,195 Single Supplement: $700 Kids 8-16 less 15% Kids 4-7 less 25% Up to 3 yrs $750 Bike rental (see page 5 for details) Service of local, professional guides throughout the program Ciclismo jersey and water bottle All accommodations 5 dinners & 2 picnics or lunches 1 wine tasting Cycling clinics Walking tours of Bolzano with local guides Visit at Bolzano Archeological Museum Mountain hike Shuttles at the beginning and end of tour Ciclismo Classico info@ciclismoclassico.com 2

3 DAY 1 RABLA AND THE MID VENTOSTA VALLEY Daily Mileage - 7 miles Riding Terrain - Downhill and flat Hotel - Hotel Rossl Location: Rabla/Rabland Duration: 1 Night DAY 2 RABLA TO BOLZANO Daily Mileage - 29/50 miles Riding Terrain - Gently flat, with climbs on long route Hotel - Hotel Luna Location: Bolzano Duration: 3 Nights DAY 3 HIKE ON THE RENON PLATEUA Hike - 2 hours Riding Terrain - Rolling Hotel - See Day 2 Today we meet you at 12 pm at Bolzano s train station for a 30 minute shuttle ride to our hotel in Rablà/Rabland. At 12:30 pm we meet at the hotel for a light lunch and intro meeting followed by a warm up ride in the area. The valley is wide and open, the air clean with the scent of flowers, and you ll enjoy fantastic views of the Ortles mountain and ancient castles while we ride in a magic alpine atmosphere. Most of the itinerary is on country roads, often closed to traffic, winding through apple orchards, pastures and forests: this is the best location to start our family tour at the crossroads between Austrian and Italian culture. Arrive, relax, and appreciate the pleasures... At Hotel Rossl you will find all the comforts to help you feel right at home from the moment you step foot inside. The rooms are comfortable, spacious and the hotel features also a pool and spa. A relaxing day through the wide lower Venosta valley heading downhill to the regional capital of Bolzano. Take an optional detour to enjoy the villages of Appiano and Caldaro and in the afternoon take time to wander around the bustling town center of Bolzano with a local guide. If time allows, other activities today include an extraordinary visit to the labyrinth of the Kränzel winery, a marvelous manor with huge vineyards and fields on 10 acres: a lot of fun to get lost in this natural environment, for kids and adults. Other possible visit is to the Medieval Roncolo Castle located on a rocky spur near Bolzano. A relaxing and unforgettable holiday in South Tyrol awaits you in the heart of Bolzano s historical center, at the Luna Mondschein Park Hotel. A stylish property, a stunning park, a spa and the extraordinary Dolomite Mountains in the immediate vicinity: what traveller could wish for more? We take a cable car from Bolzano to reach the Renon Plateau, which we then traverse through wide fields and splendid forests, with a view on the Catinaccio, Rosengarten, and Latemar ranges of the western Dolomites. On our way back an unforgettable experience awaits us: our first Ciclismo Classico picnic in Oberbozen in the company of beautiful Avelignesi horses and Tibetan lamas. In the afternoon visit the Archaeological Museum that houses Otzi, the 5600 year-old mummy found nearby in Val Senales, then celebrate together with our first wine tasting sampling some local vintages! Ciclismo Classico info@ciclismoclassico.com 3

4 DAY 4 LOOP TO LAKE CALDARO Daily Mileage - 25/40 miles Slowly savor a long, flat loop ride past vineyards, orchards, rivers and the lovely Lake Caldaro on the Ciclopista del Sole (bike path of the sun). We enjoy lunch on the lake and have the opportunity to swim and also take a ride on a paddle boat in its clean water, before our last dinner in Bolzano. Riding Terrain - Flat Hotel - See Day 2 DAY 5 RIVA DEL GARDA Daily Mileage - 17/31 miles Riding Terrain - Mostly flat with a few challenging climbs on extra loop Hotel - Hotel Du Lac et Du Parc Location: Riva del Garda Duration: 2 Nights Today we take a 1-hour shuttle to Rovereto a quaint town built around an imposing Venetian castle, from where we start our exciting ride along the Adige River, through a sea of vineyards and en route to the Italy s Lake District. This is a grand finale to our Sud Tyrol excursion with a descent to Garda Lake along a spectacular route with breathtaking scenery. A warm, hospitable and charming climate is created by the hotel s impeccable service and its spacious rooms in a enclosed refined Central European atmosphere. Water sports and other activities are available to entertain kids and adults. DAY 6 ACTIVITY DAY Daily Mileage - 30 miles Riding Terrain - Flat and rolling Today you can enjoy different sport activities available including rock climbing, swimming, kayaking, wind-surfing, hiking, mountain biking or also take an opitional ride on the back roads of the upper Garda Lake District towards Arco and the Sarca River Valley. Due to its mild climate and abundance greenery, the Sarca Valley is also an important wine producer. Hotel - See Day 5 DAY 7 ARRIVEDERCI After breakfast at around 9 am we bid you a fond farewell and shuttle you to Rovereto train station (30 minutes) or why not spend a couple of days in Verona, the fair city of Romeo and Juliet, or head to Venezia for a complete sensory immersion? Ciclismo Classico info@ciclismoclassico.com 4

5 ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE GETTING TO RABLA/RABLAND Recommended: Meet our 12 pm group shuttle* on day 1 at Bolzano/ Bozen s train station for a 30 minute drive to the hotel. You can get to Bolzano by train through Milan Malpensa (MXP), Verona V. Catullo (VRN), or Venice M. Polo (VCE). There is also a small airport in Bolzano that has flights connecting through Rome and Munich. For up to date train schedules visit and * Please inform the office if you plan on taking this scheduled group shuttle at least one month in advance via this form: DEPARTING FROM RIVA DEL GARDA OTHER INFORMATION For Flight Reservations Valerie Wilson Travel Call: or ciclismoair@vwti.com Travel Insurance MH Ross Call: Transportation Rome2rio Around 9 am there is one group shuttle to the Rovereto train station (30 minutes). From Rovereto you can reach Verona (50 minutes), Milan (2.5 hours), or Venice (2.5 hours). BIKE INFORMATION Bianchi Intenso and Vertigo The carbon frame guarantees maximum performance with minimum stress for the riders, thanks to Bianchi s special C2C (Coast to Coast) frame design/ geometry and different material combination. Carbon bikes are equipped with compact crank and 11/32 cassette. Bianchi Vertigo included free ( new for 2018) on all Easy and Athletic Beginner tours. Bianchi Intenso included on all Intermediate and Advanced tours. Bianchi C-Sport 2.5 More relaxed riding at a look-around-you pace, this is a highperformance aluminum hybrid bicycle with straight handlebars. It has a sloping design for superior comfort and bigger tires and hydraulic disc brakes. Included on all tours. Tandems Cannondale RT 2: Racing position with 700 c wheels. Available for $400, limited availability. Honey bicycles: Racing position with 700 c wheels. Available for $400, limited availability. Co-motion Periscope: Racing position with 700 c wheels. Accommodates smaller team or even children. Available for $400. Cannondale Hybrid MT800: Upright position with 26 c wheels and straight handlebars. Available for $400. ON THE BIKE Included: 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 Things to Bring: Helmet Optional: clipless pedals with shoes Optional: your own saddle E-Bike: Bianchi Manhattan Available on all easy and athletic beginner tours, some intermediate and advanced tours. Please contact us for more information. Available for $400. Ciclismo Classico info@ciclismoclassico.com 5

6 INSURANCE, TERMS & CONDITIONS Insurance Ciclismo Classico will not assume responsibility or liability for any loss or damage of personal effects or for any injury or loss during the duration of the tour. Therefore, we highly recommend that you obtain travel insurance. Information on travel insurance will be sent to you via once trip deposit is received. We recommend MH Ross, but travelers may choose the insurance carrier of their choice. Cancellations and Refunds All requests for refunds must be submitted in writing as soon as possible to Ciclismo Classico. Exceptions to their cancellation policy cannot be made for any reason, including weather or personal emergencies. There is no refund for unexpectedly leaving a trip early or arriving late. The purchase of short-term travel insurance policy is strongly recommended. Cancellation fees are determined as follows: Days before departure Cancellation fee 121+ days - 50% of the deposit* days - 100% of the deposit* days - 30% of the trip price days - 60% of the trip price 0-30 days - 100% of the trip price *You may transfer your trip deposit to another departure in the same tour season up to 90 days before your original departure with payment of a $100 per person transfer fee. Prices quoted are subject to adjustment without prior notification. OR your deposit (currently $600) may be carried forward to the following year as a credit toward the final balance of a tour. At the time of booking, we will ask for another $600 deposit to secure your spot. Carried-forward credits expire at the end of the year to which they are applied. Alterations to the tour itinerary Sometimes modifications may be made to the itinerary. We will notify you of any changes that may affect your arrival, departure or lodging. Any changes to the program are made in the best interest and safety of the group. To review our policies, please visit RESERVE YOUR SPACE! To reserve a space, call Ciclismo Classico at Or, mail your deposit and contact information to: Ciclismo Classico attn: Rosa 30 Marathon St Arlington, MA At the time of registration, a deposit of $600 per person is due, payable by Visa, MasterCard, American Express or check, made payable to Ciclismo Classico, along with your full name, mailing address, phone number(s) and address. We cannot confirm reservations without a deposit. Final payment is due 90 days before departure payable by check, credit card, wire transfer or money order. All travelers must review and sign a terms and conditions statement and a waiver form. Ciclismo Classico info@ciclismoclassico.com 6