FOLLOW THE 100TH GIRO D ITALIA 2017 Follow the 100th Giro d Italia Celebrate the 100th edition of Italy s famed Giro d Italia with us! The 100 th Giro d Italia will happen in May 2017, 108 years after the first edition held in 1909, which was won by Luigi Ganna. Since then, the world has totally changed, but the essence of cycling is still there: effort, challenge, pride, and speed. You can be apart of this historic race, riding the same courses as some of the most epic heroes of cycling: Binda, Coppi, Bartali, Merckx, Bugno, Indurain and many others (ncluding the first American racer to win the Giro, Andy Hampsten, in 1988). P E D A L Y O U R P A S S I O N ITINERARY OUTLINE Trip Essence / Page 2 Daily Itinerary / Page 3-5 Arrival & Departure / Page 6 Bike Information / Page 6 Terms & Conditions / Page 7 Reserve Your Space! / Page 7 This trip is designed for intermediate and advanced cyclists who want to ride the Giro D Italia mountain passes and experience the terrain covered this year and in past years. We ve planned an exciting 9-day tour that consists of riding through some of the most scenic cycling destinations in Europe: Piedmont, the Lakes and the Dolomites. We ll meet up with the Giro d Italia on four stages in the last week of racing and get a chance to both watch and ride the route. Get ready for the ride of a lifetime! Ciclismo Classico 1-800-866-7314 info@ciclismoclassico.com www.ciclismoclassico.com 1
TRIP ESSENCE Explore the new Museo dei Campionissimi Pay homage to Italian cycling legend Fausto Coppi by riding to his hilltop village of Castellania Ride the courses that hosted the epic challenges of the heroes of cycling, such as Binda, Coppi, and Bartali Cycle Italy s most scenic routes: the Dolomites, Piedmont, and the Lakes (Maggiore, Lugano and Como) Climb the Passo Stelvio, the highest pass in the Italian Alps WHAT S INCLUDED Bike rental (see page 6 for details) Service of professional and experienced guides throughout the program Ciclismo jersey and water bottle All accommodations TRIP DETAILS 2017 Trip Dates May 18 May 26 Ability Level Advanced Summary of Daily Distances Day 1: 12 mi Day 2: 50 mi Day 3: 38 mi Day 4: 66 mi Day 5: 60 mi; 5,577 ft. elevation Day 6: 62 mi; 7,218 ft. elevation Day 7: 31 mi; 3,281 ft. elevation Day 8: 40 mi; 3,281 ft. elevation Day 9: Arriverderci! Total: 359 miles; 30,020 ft. elevation gain Optional extra loops available Trip Price $5,695 Single Supplement: $900 All breakfasts, 6 dinners and 2 lunches A shuttle at the end of the tour Ciclismo Classico 1-800-866-7314 info@ciclismoclassico.com www.ciclismoclassico.com 2
DAY 1 MONTEROTONDO DI GAVI Daily Mileage - 19 km/12 mi Riding Terrain - Undulated Hotel - Albergo l Ostelliere Location: Monterotondo di Gavi Duration: 2 nights http://www.villasparinaresort.it/ en/albergo Meals - L, D DAY 2 TORTONA Daily Mileage - 80 km/50 mi Elevation Gain - 950 m/3,117 ft. Riding Terrain - Undulated Benvenuto! We ll meet in the hotel lobby at 1:00 p.m. for lunch, introductions and an orientation to the trip. After a bike fitting, we ll take a short warm-up ride in the hills behind our lovely villa to the new Museo dei Campionissimi, an awesome exhibit of cycling memorabilia, pictures, and movies. Our ride for the afternoon will be approximately 12 miles. In the evening we ll have a scrumptious dinner at the hotel s restaurant, which allows us to savor the local and yummy delicacies: buon appetito! Ostelliere is a beautifully refined farmhouse dating back to the 17 th century, set on the property of one of the finest vineyards in the region, Villa Sparina. It mirrors the surrounding countryside in both its simplicity and in its careful preservation of the original rural architectural features. Today s ride is dedicated to Fausto Coppi, the greatest cycling champion Italy has ever seen. 65 years after his victories, his legacy lives on and thousands of people reach his hilltop village of Castellania in a sort of pilgrimage. Even if you re not interested in the history of cycling, you ll still enjoy this wonderful ride! Later in the day, we ll reach the city of Tortona to watch the sprint finish of stage 14 of the Giro d Italia. Hotel - See Day 1 DAY 3 OROPA Daily Mileage - 61 km/38 mi Elevation Gain - 1,200 m/3,937 ft. Hotel - San Rocco Location: Orta San Giulio Duration: 1 night http://www.hotelsanrocco.it/ index.php?pg=home&l=eng We ll start with a shuttle to the town of Biella (approximately one hour), which is at the foot of the Alps. From there, a gorgeous but challenging road will bring us to the Sanctuary of Oropa, where we ll see the finish of stage 15. The whole area is a natural wonder of mountains with chestnut trees abound. It is here where Marco Pantani became a legend with an unforgettable win in 1999. After our return to Biella, we ll move to our hotel in San Giulio on the shores of Lago d Orta, a lovely spot to rest and recharge. The 4-star Hotel San Rocco overlooks the shores of magical Orta. The rooms were entirely renovated and completely redesigned in early 2009, furnished with natural chic elements, made in Italy with a modern design. Most of them have a view of the lake, front or side, some with balcony or a terrace. Ciclismo Classico 1-800-866-7314 info@ciclismoclassico.com www.ciclismoclassico.com 3
DAY 4 BELLAGIO Daily Mileage - 106 km/66 mi Elevation Gain - 1,100 m/3,609 ft. Riding Terrain - Hilly Hotel - Villa Serbelloni Location: Bellagio Duration: 1 night http://www.villaserbelloni.com/ Bellagio/en/ Meals - B, L DAY 5 MERANO Daily Mileage - 95 km/60 mi Elevation Gain - 1,700 m/5,577 ft. Today, we ll ride around and along the famous lakes of northern Italy; Maggiore, Lugano and Como. We ll be rewarded with stunning views, parks, gardens and villas of the most aristocratic corner of Italy. We ll also alternate riding with a couple of ferry rides and eventually arrive in Bellagio for some relax time in our cozy hotel. The Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni is one of the oldest and most elegant hotels in the Lake Como area and the only 5-star deluxe hotel in Bellagio. After a transfer to Bormio (approximately 2.5 hours), we ll climb the Passo Stelvio, the highest pass in the Italian Alps and a must for every passionate cyclist. It ll also be a great way to get excited about the big day tomorrow of The Giro, since we ll likely meet several other cycling fans along the way! Hotel - TBD DAY 6 CANAZEI Daily Mileage - 97 km/62 mi Elevation Gain - 2,200 m/7,218 ft. Hotel - Hotel Astoria Location: Canazei Duration: 3 nights www.hotels-freistadt.at/en/zumgoldenen-hirschen.html On our stage, we ll start with an easy ride towards Bolzano, the capital of Sud Tyrol. We ll then head to the Dolomites, which we ll attack from the Costalunga Pass, a natural balcony that offers one of the most spectacular views of the area. The final descent into Canazei is a fun rollercoaster, a well deserved aspect of the ride after the most challenging day of the trip. Hotel Astoria represents one of the most renowned tourist destinations in the Dolomites, mostly because it s in a charming spot at the foot of the most beautiful peaks, just steps from Canazei center in Val di Fassa. Ciclismo Classico 1-800-866-7314 info@ciclismoclassico.com www.ciclismoclassico.com 4
DAY 7 CANAZEI Daily Mileage - 50 km/31 mi Stage 17 will end in Canazei, almost in front of our hotel. We ll be free to choose between a relaxing day or a ride to explore the most significant passes of the area, like Fedaia, Sella or Pordoi. Elevation Gain - 1,000 m/3,281 ft. Hotel - See Day 6 Meals - B DAY 8 CANAZEI Daily Mileage - 64 km/40 mi Elevation Gain - 1,000 m/3,281 ft. We ll ride to Passo Sella and Gardena to wait for the passage of Stage 18 of the Giro d Italia; the whole area is protected by UNESCO as a World Heritage site and at each corner reveals fascinating landscapes, intriguing legends and historical sights. Hotel - See Day 6 DAY 9 ARRIVERDERCI! Meals - B Our trip comes to an end after breakfast. At 8:30 a.m., there will be a group shuttle to Bolzano train station for you to get to your respective airports. Ciclismo Classico 1-800-866-7314 info@ciclismoclassico.com www.ciclismoclassico.com 5
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE GETTING TO MONTEROTONDO DI GAVI Option 1: Fly to Turin-Caselle airport (TRN) and take the bus or taxi to Torino Porta Susa train station. Take a train (www.trenitalia.com) to Serravalle Scrivia (1.5 hours), then a taxi* (15 minutes) to the first hotel. Option 2: Fly to Milan (MXP), take the Malpensa Shuttle to Milano Centrale train station (50 minutes), then a train to Arquata Scrivia (1.5 hrs) and a taxi** to the hotel (15 minutes). Option 3: Fly to Genoa C. Colombo (GOA) and take the bus to the Genova Central train station (20 minutes), then a train to Arquata Scrivia (30 minutes) and a taxi to the hotel (15 minutes). **Taxis are not always available at Arquata Scrivia. Contact the hotel to book the transfer. OTHER INFORMATION For Flight Reservations Valerie Wilson Travel Call: 1-855-780-2022 or E-mail: ciclismoair@vwti.com Travel Insurance MH Ross Call: 1-800-423-3632 http://bit.ly/mhross_insurance Transportation Rome2rio http://www.rome2rio.com DEPARTING FROM CANAZEI There will be a group shuttle to Bolzano train station at 8:30 a.m. from the hotel (~1 hour) and from there, you can make your way to your respective airport. 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 a 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. 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 1-800-866-7314 info@ciclismoclassico.com www.ciclismoclassico.com 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 email 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* 91-120 days - 100% of the deposit* 61-90 days - 30% of the trip price 31-60 days - 60% of the trip price 31-44 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 http://www.ciclismoclassico.com/plan-your-trip/policies RESERVE YOUR SPACE! To reserve a space, call Ciclismo Classico at 800-866-7314. Or, mail your deposit and contact information to: Ciclismo Classico attn: Rosa 30 Marathon St Arlington, MA 02474 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 email 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 1-800-866-7314 info@ciclismoclassico.com www.ciclismoclassico.com 7