Italy -Piedmont Road Bike Tour 2018 Individual Self-Guided 8 days / 7 nights This is the land of the champion Fausto Coppi, il Campionissimo, who trained his legs in these hills. The slopes in this region, covered in vineyards, call for strong determination, but the view beyond your handlebars is a joy to the spirit. The palate will also enjoy this area, as there are excellent wines to be tasted, plus specialties from Piedmont cuisine and, above all, the famous truffle.
Itinerary Day to Day Day 1: Arrival in Alessandria, a city divided by the Tanaro River. Piazza della Libertà and Piazza Duomo, with its magnificent neoclassic cathedral, are truly worth a visit. Day 2: Alessandria Castellania Acqui Terme 90 km + 660 m 3.5 h The tour starts in Alessandria and takes you along secondary roads to Castellania, Fausto Coppi s birthplace. You then take the road that leads to Novi Ligure with easy ascents up and over the hills of vineyards that produce the renowned Barbera and Dolcetto d Acqui wines. In the evening you can relax in the warm spa waters of Acqui Terme. Day 3: Acqui Terme Alba 100 km + 2,100 m 5 h Today s stretch takes you through the towns of the famous Montabone, Rocchetta Palafea and Canelli wine producers. Three climbs await you on your journey through the Langhe, with gradients of up to 12%. One of these is the Gino Bartali ascent with its many holy sanctuaries surrounded by Dolcetto vineyards (but don t let its name deceive you, although "sweet" in Italian this ascent is hard and challenging). The climb ends with your arrival in Albaretto Torre, where you can rest before starting the downhill ride to Alba. Day 4: Alba Asti 90 km + 1,400 m 4.5 h Quiet roads through vineyards and hazelnut groves in the heart of Monferrato. Today we cross the Tanaro natural park and the Sarmassa natural reserve. The stage ends in Asti with its monuments and splendid Gothic cathedral. Day 5: Asti round tour 90 km + 1,000 m 4 h A cycle through the Monferrato vineyards to reach Turin. The end stretch is a climb up the famous Superga hill, 7 km at 8%, followed by a lovely descent down into Turin, a must-visit city! Back to Asti by train.
Day 6: Asti Casale Monferrato 90 km + 1,500 m 4.5 h You pedal northwards up to Mnferrato, along a winding route with continual variations in steepness and steep climbs that at times are very similar to the Mur de Huy ascent in the classic Flèche Wallonne. You will enjoy it however, because you will always be surrounded by nature. Day 7: Casale Monferrato Alessandria 50 km + 500 m 3 h Our tour continues through green hills and farmed land, through small towns on the right hand bank of the Po River and comes to an end in Alessandria. Day 8: Alessandria After breakfast, end of services
Route Technical Characteristics: Route Profile: This is a demanding tour because of the hilly territory of Piedmont. You will cycle among hazels and vineyards through typical villages. However it is easy to shorten or find different easier way to the next hotel. Distance: 510 km Travel Dates: Departures Saturday from April 14 to September 29, 2018 Season 1: April 14 - April 27 and September 22 September 29 Season 2: April 28 - September 21
Price per Person: Double Occupancy Season 1 620.00 Double Occupancy Season 2 Supplement 70.00 Single Room Supplement 190.00 Reduction 3 rd person in room 100.00 High End Road Bike 220.00 Standard Road Bike with Carbon Fork 130.00 Helmet 15.00 Extra Nights Alessandria Double Occupancy B&B 55.00 Extra Nights Alessandria Double Occupancy B&B 75.00 Accommodation: Mainly 4* hotels, with some 3* hotels. All rooms have en suite facilities and air conditioning. Included: 7 nights hotel accommodation Breakfast buffet Travel Guide, Maps Luggage transportation GPS tracks for the stages (device not provided) 7 days hotline service Not Included: Local taxes (approx. 10) GPS device
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