Verona to Salzburg. Swoop and soar through epic passes in two mountainous regions VERONA TO SALZBURG 2018 ITINERARY OUTLINE CLASSICO

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1 Verona to Salzburg Swoop and soar through epic passes in two mountainous regions Experience the dramatic mountain beauty and fairytale towns in the Italian and Austrian Alps. Ride over exhilarating passes, climb by soaring spires and downhill to charming hamlets surrounded by meadows of wildflowers on alpine routes made famous by the world s greatest cyclists. Renew your body and spirit, awaken to a rich mixture of culture and celebrate the enrichment on this bike tour in the heart of the Dolomites. ITINERARY OUTLINE Trip Essence / Page 2 Daily Itinerary / Page 3-7 Arrival & Departure / Page 8 Bike Information / Page 8 Terms & Conditions / Page 9 Reserve Your Space! / Page 9 Ciclismo Classico info@ciclismoclassico.com 1

2 TRIP ESSENCE Stay in authentic and unique hotels and inns Spectacular rides over some of the most famous passes in the Italian Dolomites Guided tours of Verona, the romantic city of Romeo and Juliet, and Salzburg, the magical, musical city of Mozart Hike the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, a UNESCO natural monument Climb the famous High Route of Austria s Grossglockner WHAT S INCLUDED Carbon bike rental, see page 8 for details Service of local, professional guides throughout the program Ciclismo jersey and water bottle All accommodations All breakfasts, 3 lunches and 9 dinners Entrance to museums Shuttle at the end of the tour to Salzburg airport TRIP DETAILS 2018 Trip Dates Jul 2 - Jul 14 Jul 23 - Aug 4 Aug 20 - Sep 1 Check website for departure dates Ability Level Advanced Summary of Daily Distances Day 1: 10 miles Day 2: 50 miles Day 3: 45 miles Day 4: 65 miles Day 5: Rest day / hike Day 6: 45 miles Day 7: 45 miles Day 8: rest day/hike Day 9: 53 miles Day 10: 55 miles Day 11: 38 miles Day 12: 21 miles Day 13: Auf Wiedersehen! Optional extra loops available Trip Price $6,995 Single Supplement: $1,000 Have something else in mind? Itinerary available as a private tour or... Create a custom itinerary with help from our experienced travel consultants! Contact Us info@ciclismoclassico.com Ciclismo Classico info@ciclismoclassico.com 2

3 DAY 1 VERONA Daily Mileage - 10 miles Riding Terrain - Flat and rolling Hotel - Antica Porta Leona Location: Verona com/ Meet at 12:00pm for introductions at our hotel in Verona. We do a bike fitting, and a warm up ride along the beautiful Adige river, followed by a guided tour of the romantic city of Verona, home of Romeo and Juliet, and a special reunion, welcome dinner! Hotel Porta Leona is situated in the heart of Verona, only a 5-minute walk from Verona Arena, and it offers guests a spa center with swimming pool and gym. All rooms have free spa access, and are equipped with Sky satellite TV, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi access. A generous breakfast buffet is available each morning. DAY 2 VERONA TO RIVA DEL GARDA Daily Mileage - 50 miles 7,119 ft; 4,550 ft in 13 mi to Mone Baldo Hotel - Astoria Park Location: Rive del Garda astoria-park-hotel/5-0.html DAY 3 RIVA DEL GARDA TO PINZOLO Daily Mileage - 45 miles 5,016 ft; 1,630 ft in 5 mi to Lago Tenno; 607 ft in 5 mi to Passo Ballino; 880 ft in 3 mi to Stenico Hotel - Hotel Europeo Location: Pinzolo Our first full-day ride starts out rolling through the vineyards of Amarone and Valpolicella, crosses the Adige Valley and climbs over the backside of the famous Monte Baldo (4,796 ft) which provides well-earned views over the entire Lago di Garda. Then we have a long and exhilarating descent 1200 meters all the way to the lake. Riva Del Garda is at the northernmost point of the Lake. We ll have time to explore this gem of a lakeside town. Astoria Park is just a few steps from the old town of Riva del Garda and the northern shore of Lake Garda. You can spoil yourself with massages, fragrances and walks immersed in nature, as well as excellent food, sports, swimming pool, and cultural events. In all the rooms you will find: bathrobe, slippers and a gift from the Spa Lounge, shower or bath tub with shower, hair dryer, Satellite TV, telephone, free Internet connection, minibar, safe, air conditioning, wooden floor. We climb out of the gorgeous lake valley towards the Gruppo Brenta the westernmost mountains of the Dolomite range. The morning climb is long but not too steep and provides some spectacular views of the lake and the tiny mountain villages. We pass Lago di Tenno before descending into a lovely green valley surrounded by beautiful mountains. After a short but steep climb to Stenico, we enjoy a delicious picnic overlooking the Sarca river. The rest of the day s ride descends along a tiny road through a delightful river valley. As we approach Pinzolo, you will notice the characteristic mountain architecture taking influence from Austria and the north. At the end of the day, if time allows, we recommend cycling up to the base of the exhilarating waterfall Cascata di Nardis. In Pinzolo, we ll enjoy a special dinner at a mountain hunting lodge. The 4-star Hotel Europeo is a simple mountain lodge in the center. All rooms are equipped with modern comforts. Ciclismo Classico info@ciclismoclassico.com 3

4 DAY 4 PINZOLO TO BOLZANO Daily Mileage - 65 miles : 6692 ft; 2990 ft in 10 mi to Passo Carlo Magno; 3280 ft in 20 mi to Passo Medola Hotel - Parkhotel Laurin Location: Bolzano Duration: 2 Nights We re officially in premier Italian ski country! From Pinzolo (2,296 ft) we climb up through Madonna di Campiglio (4,921 ft), a skiers, (and cyclists) paradise in the heart of the Brenta Dolomites. The gorgeous mountain range is in view at all times with peaks that soar over 9,000 ft, the highest being Cima Brenta. Our first official mountain pass of the trip is Carlo Magno (5,518). We ll stop for photo ops at the top before an amazing descent. At the base we begin our ride though the Valle di Sole (Valley of Sun), and climb again up to Cloz (2,595 ft). Below you can see the Lago di Giustina, and ride along a lovely ridge covered with orchards of the prized Trentino apples through Fondo (3,241 ft). After Fondo we climb up to top of the Passo Mendola (4,471 ft) from which we will experience breathtaking views over looking the entire Adige Valley. We will now pass into the Sud Tirol, a region that was part of Austria until Descending into the lovely valley of Caldaro (1,394 ft), you might think you are in the wine region of Austria, as the landscape suddenly changes from mountains to a soft and embracing quaint landscape of vineyards and tiny villages. From Caldaro, we ll follow the renowned system of bike paths for which, the great Italian cycling champion, Francesco Moser is largely responsible. The sophisticated bike path system takes seamlessly and safely into the bustling city of Bolzano. This 4-star Parkhotel Laurin is known as one of Europe s best establishments. It has been an elegant abode for international guests and a vibrant venue for refined entertainment. With time Hotel Laurin has been restored and restructured with great sensibility and flair. The original charm has been retained, and harmonized with contemporary comfort. DAY 5 BOLZANO REST DAY OR HIKE Hotel - See Day 4 Today is a day to rest up a bit and stretch other leg muscles, while we ll take an easy hike up the Oberbozen (above Bolzano), Renon Plateau (3,937 ft). With amazing views of the famous Rosengarden, Sciliar and Latemar Dolomite groups we ll see the mountains through which we will ride tomorrow. We ll stop for a unique picnic at Kaiserhof, a lama farm, with our friends Walter and Sabine Mayer who make us an incredible Sud Tyrolian lunch. After lunch we ll descend back to Bolzano visit the Mesner Mountain Museum, dedicated to the history and sustainability of the mountains of the world, and organized by the local, world famous mountaineer, Reinhold Mesner. The museum is housed in the13th century Castle of Firmian which provides exceptional views of the entire city of Bolzano. Because Bolzano is filled with great restaurants, and one of the best gelaterie in Italy (and therefore the world). We also visit the Batzen Brewery for a tour and tasting, while dinner is on your own. Ciclismo Classico info@ciclismoclassico.com 4

5 DAY 6 BOLZANO TO CANAZEI Daily Mileage - 45 miles 7,612 ft; 4,914 ft in 18 mi to Passo Nigro Hotel - Hotel La Cacciatora Location: Canazei Today we ll be skirting just below the Sciliar and Rosengarden with their dramatic peaks directly above us. We leave Bolzano on the flat bike path, but the situation soon changes as we climb towards the Val di Tires and up to Passo di Pinei (4,714 ft). After passing through several quirky alpine towns, we stop for lunch in Selva di Val Gardena, and then it s another 10km until we start the climb to the second pass, Passo di Sella (7,362 ft). A long, steep descent takes us to the little gem of a Sud Tyrolean town of Canazei (4,806 ft). The 4-star Hotel La Cacciatora is another fine mountain lodge hotel owned and operated by Ciclismo Classico super guide Gian Paolo Fosco and his wife Catia. We will be guests of the Fosco s at the hotel for dinner tonight. has pool and wellness center. DAY 7 CANAZEI TO CORTINA Daily Mileage - 45 miles 6,590 ft; Passo pordoi: 2,480 ft in 6 mi; Passo Falzarego 2,296 ft in 7 mi to Valparola; WW II museum adds 656 ft in 2 mi Hotel - Hotel Menardi Location: Cortina Duration: 2 Nights We cycle along the same passes as Italy s annual Giro d Italia. Our first long climb faces the gorgeous Gruppo Sella, then rises above the Passo Pordoi and finally the dramatic Passo Falzarego. This entire area is an outdoor WW1 museum as it is the site where major battles were fought. Today we experience the landscape s inherent peace and tranquility mixed with the majesty of some of the worlds most beautiful mountains. Here also you will experience an unforgettable feeling as you become a part of the international cycling spirit that one shares as they reach the summits of the climbs. Our descent into Cortina is blissful. The gracious Menardi family has owned this establishment for a century and a half. Elegantly furnished with incredible antiques. Beautiful grounds, fabulous dinner and breakfast. Impeccable and friendly service. Old World bar. 5 minute walk into town. Ciclismo Classico info@ciclismoclassico.com 5

6 DAY 8 REST DAY / TRE CIME DI LAVAREDO HIKE Terrain - Trekking at the Cime di Lavaredo Hotel - See Day 7 Although today is a designated rest day, we have planned an outing to the Tre Cime di Lavaredo. Cortina is often described as the Aspen of Italy, though its history is much older. Cortina hosted the Olympic Games in the 60s and continues to thrive as a mecca for all mountain sports enthusiasts, as well as also being known as one of the worlds glitziest mountain towns. At the hotel you will get a chance to practice speaking Ladino, (the local dialect) during dinner on your own. There are many options from country mountain pizzeria and pubs, to haute cuisine and Michelin-starred restaurants. DAY 9 NEW! CORTINA TO LIENZ Daily Mileage - 53 miles Riding Terrain - Passo Sant Antonio and bicycle paths in the Val Pusteria Hotel - Grand Hotel Location: Lienz en/ DAY 10 LIENZ TO ZELL AM SEE Daily Mileage - 58 miles Riding Terrain - Elevation gain 8,038 ft; today is a big ride with one major climb, the Grossglockner; 6,286 ft in 32 mi Hotel - Grand Hotel Location: Zell am See at/en/metanavigation/home/ The first 15 miles we climb over Passo Tre Croce, to the scenic tranquility of Lago Misurina, and continue skirting around the base of the imposing and spectacular Monte Cristallo through the Ampezzo Dolomites to Dobbiaco. We ll follow a beautifully maintained system of bicycle paths through the wide Pusteria Valley all the way from Dobbiaco, passing the Italian/Austrian boarder, to the understated, city of Lienz, the capital of Eastern Tyrol. The quaint medieval city center of Lienz is a well restored pedestrian zone for shopping or an optimal place to chill with a nice aperitivo before a fantastic meal prepared for us by Michaela and her family. The extravagant 5-star Grand Hotel is a newly built hotel surrounded by stunning mountain scenery. Gourmet cuisine and spacious spa await. We leave the Lienzer Dolomiten heading north through the valley next to the river Winklern, approaching the majestic Grossglockner. The highlight of the tour and possibly of many rides you ve done, the Grossglockner High Alpine Road takes us up to areas 8,202 ft above sea level, through majestic mountain scenery in the Hohe Tauern National Park. The effort is great but well worth the views at the top! After a long ascent, and a rest at top, we have a long descent to Zell am See, where we have a peaceful lake view and gaze back to the peaks we rode through. The 4-star Grand Hotel is a perfectly suited name for its grand style. On the shores of Lake Zell, this hotel feels a bit out of the Sound of Music with its gazebo and shimmering exterior. The rooms are large with views of the lake and mountains. The patio where you can enjoy pints of Austrian beer and local specialties wraps around the hotel. Paddleboats for rent, free Wi-Fi. Ciclismo Classico info@ciclismoclassico.com 6

7 DAY 11 ZELL AM SEE TO WERFEN Daily Mileage - 38 miles 3,608 ft; 1,646 in 6 mi from Maria Alm; 860 ft in 3 mi from Dienten Am Hochkonig Hotel - Obauer Location: Werfen obauer.com/cms/index.php DAY 12 WERFEN TO SALZBURG Daily Mileage - 21 miles Riding Terrain - Flat on bike path along the river Hotel - Hotel Villa Auersperg Location: Salzburg We leave the Austrian oasis of Zell Am See and pedal along a gorgeous valley through quaint farm villages. The mountains in the distance are a dramatic backdrop to our entire ride. Make sure to take lots of photos in the morning between miles We begin climbing out of this river valley (tough at times) and at the top of our second climb we will have a delicious Austrian lunch. After lunch, a long descent into Mulbach, then one last climb to Pfarwerfen and then down to Werfen. Obauer is world-renowned for its cuisine. Brothers Rudolf and Karl Obauer (see their silhouettes in the restaurant s logo) will prepare an unforgettable dinner for us, an opportunity for us to celebrate our journey thus far. The decor and design of the hotel is very unique. Excellent, decadent service. Today we have a guided visit of Werfen s castle. An easy, casual, delightful finish brings you to the enchanting city of Salzburg without even breaking a sweat. A lovely bike path takes you all the way to Mozart Platz through farmland and tiny villages. Get those Sound of Music tunes in your head; this is the land of Maria Von Trapp and Mozart! We will try to get in early so we have time to roam Salzburg s delightful streets. Family-run for 3 generations, the small and elegant boutique Hotel & Villa Auersperg enjoys a quiet location in the heart of Salzburg only a few minutes by foot from the old city. It features a charming garden terrace and a spa area with a roof terrace. DAY 13 AUF WIEDERSEHEN After breakfast around 9 am we offer one group shuttle to the Salzburg airport. Or, why not extend your stay in Salzburg? Ciclismo Classico info@ciclismoclassico.com 7

8 ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE GETTING TO VERONA Fly to Verona Villafranca airport (VRN) and take a taxi to Verona center (15 minutes). Trains ( are frequent from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta Nuova (1.5 hours). DEPARTING FROM SALZBURG After breakfast around 9 am we offer one group shuttle to Salzburg airport (SZG), approximately 20 minutes. OTHER INFORMATION For Flight Reservations Valerie Wilson Travel Call: or ciclismoair@vwti.com Travel Insurance MH Ross Call: Transportaion Rome2rio BIKE INFORMATION Bianchi Via Nirone 7 Bianchi carbon fork, Shimano 105 triple groupset, an adjustable stem, and a wheel set laced with 32 spokes and 25mm tires. Included on all tours Aluminum Hybrid More relaxed riding at a look-around-you pace, this is our custom-built, highperformance aluminum hybrid bicycles with straight handlebars. We also have woman-specific frame. Included on all tours 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. Available for $250 Bianchi Intenso or Vertigo with Shimano included on all intermediate and advanced tours at no extra charge Tandems Cannondale road or hybrid: racing posture with 700c wheels, or a more straight up position and 26 inch wheels. Co-motion Periscope: accommodates smaller team or even children. Available for $400 Honey tandem: light and responsive and perfect for experienced tandem riders. Available for $400 ebikes Available on all easy and athletic beginner tours, some intermediate and advanced tours. Please contact us for more information. Available for $400 Bike type outside of Europe may vary, please contact us at for more information. ON THE BIKE Included Ciclismo Classico water bottle Two water bottle holders Map holder on handlebars (or Garmin Edge GPS) Handlebar bag Tire pump Combination bike lock Gel-padded saddle Choice of pedals Card with your tour leaders mobile phone numbers Garmin Edge GPS Included on all carbon bikes and premium tandems (Co- Motion and Honey) $30 rental fee for other bikes 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 Ciclismo Classico info@ciclismoclassico.com 8

9 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 followed: 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 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 9