WHEN TO GO
DURATION
7 days / 6 nights
BIKE TYPE
Road Bike
RIDER TYPE
Level 3 & 4
Number of guests
Max 8 Cyclists
PRICE FROM
€3890/person
Tour
Overview
Abruzzo Grand Tour
An epic adventure from the mountains to sea
As the birds fly, and as a standard ride could go, only 65 flat kilometres separate the coastal towns of Pescara and Vasto. But why settle for standard when you are in an extraordinary region like Abruzzo? Take a breathtaking “detour” of over 400 km and discover the very essence of this remote paradise. On this epic journey you’ll roll through vine-covered landscapes, climb the Gran Sasso and Majella mounts and ride along the Unesco heritage Trabocchi coast. Turn after turn Abruzzo will take your heart with the warm hospitality of its people, the magical beauty of its medieval hamlets and the explosion of flavours of its eclectic cuisine. Join the ride and unveil Italy’s best-kept secret!
Tour Highlights
- Campo Imperatore, the Little Tibet
- Medieval hamlets of Santo Stefano
- Majella National Parks
- Trabocchi Coast and Punta Aderci
Eat and Drink
- Seafood: Brodetto alla vastese
- Meat and dairy: Arrosticini, Pecorino, Cac e ov
- Fresh pasta: Sagne e ceci, Spaghetti alla chitarra
- Wine: Montepulciano d’ Abruzzo, Trebbiano
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WHAT'S INCLUDED:
All accomodations
Luggage transfers
High end road bike and helmet
Cycling Guides and Support Vehicle
Daily meals and beverages
Map
TOTAL DISTANCE
460km / 285mi
TOTAL ELEVATION
8.500m / 28.000ft
AVG DISTANCE PER DAY
65km / 40mi
OUR FAVOURITE DAY
Day 2
TOUR START
Pescara
TOUR FINISH
Vasto
Day by day
Day by day
01 Welcome to Abruzzo
Time to meet your Vago Cycling guides and begin your adventure with the first glimpse of Abruzzo’s beauty: the “Golden Triangle”, a hilly area renowned for the premium extra virgin olive oil Aprutino Pescarese. In the quiet hills of Loreto Aprutino we will be hosted at Azienda Agricola Chiara Ciavolich for a private wine tasting, and a delightful farm to table dinner. Welcome to Abruzzo!
Distance
50km / 30mi
Elevation
800m / 2600ft
Sleep
Loreto Aprutino
Eat
Lunch and Dinner
02 The Little Tibet
Make sure your camera is fully charged as there will be no shortage of views on this spectacular day. We’re heading to Campo Imperatore: the remote plateau surrounded by mighty peaks and rightly known as “The Little Tibet”. In the shadow of the Corno Grande, the highest peak of the whole Apennines, we’ll reach Santo Stefano, an enchanting hamlet filled with the magical beauty of a world gone by.
Distance
75km / 47mi
Elevation
2100m / 6900ft
Sleep
Santo Stefano
Eat
All meals
03 To Semivicoli
Today’s route will take us from Gran Sasso National Park to the foothills of the majestic Majella mountain range. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery as we ride toward the charming Castello di Semivicoli, a beautiful castle surrounded by rolling hills and vineyards. Once there, it’s time to indulge in a glass of local wine and savor another delicious dinner of traditional Abruzzese cuisine.
Distance
90km / 55mi
Elevation
1400m / 4600ft
Sleep
Semivicoli
Eat
All meals
04 Blockhaus
Today we tackle the region’s toughest climb: the mighty Blockhaus, a peak often featured in epic Giro d’Italia stages. Our hard work will be rewarded with breathtaking views stretching from the Adriatic Coast to the Gran Sasso massif and a well-deserved beer. Cheers!
Distance
75km / 47mi
Elevation
2000m / 6500ft
Sleep
Semivicoli
Eat
All meals
06 Majella
On our final day in the mountains, we’ll ride through the heart of Majella National Park, surrounded by majestic peaks, remote hamlets, and pristine lakes. A coffe stop in Guardiagrele is the perfect occasion to savor the local delicacy, Sisa delle Monache before our last night at the charming Castello di Semivicoli.
Distance
90km / 55mi
Elevation
1700m / 5500ft
Sleep
Semivicoli
Eat
All meals
06 The Trabocchi Coast
Rolling through vine-covered hills we’ll finally reach the UNESCO-Heritage Trabocchi Coast, a stretch of sea dotted with a striking collection of trabocchi: unique fishing structures directly suspended above the water. Ride on the stunning bike path and enjoy a sunset drink on the beach of Punta Aderci before we wrap-up this great trip with a farewell dinner of seafood delights.
Distance
80km / 50mi
Elevation
750m / 2450ft
Sleep
Vasto
Eat
All meals
07 Arrivederci
We’ll shuttle back to Pescara for the conclusion of this great trip. See you soon for your next adventure with Vago Cycling!
Distance
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Elevation
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Sleep
–
Eat
Breakfast
2025
Tours
ACCOMMODATION DETAILS
- Masseria del Vino – An elegant farmhouse in the middle of vineyards and olive groves
- Sextantio – A medieval hamlet reconverted into a fascinating Albergo Diffuso
- Castello di Semivicoli – An elegant hilltop castle surrounded by vineyards
- Suite 106 – A cozy b&b, few minutes away from the pristine Punta Aderci Natural Reserve.
OUR BIKES FOR THE RIDE
The available models for this tour are Trek Emonda SL 6 Pro Disc, Colnago V3 Disc and Ridley Fenix SL Disc. You can upgrade to Trek Emonda SLR 7 or Trek Domane SLR 7, for only €350.
Other
details
Pick up
- On day 1 Vago team will meet you in Pescara at 10am. The city can be reached via the Abruzzo International Airport (PSR) or by high speed trains and buses . Please do not hesitate to contact us for any logistic and planning support.
Drop off
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Drop off point is Pescara train Station. The station is well linked to the main airports and to the most popular tourist destinations in the area. Please do not hesitate to contact us for any logistic and planning support.
PRE and AFTER tour tips
- The main airports to reach and leave the tour are Rome Fiumicino (FCO) and Pescara International (PSR). In order to minimize the risk of jet lag and enjoy every moment of your cycling vacation, we suggest to land in Italy at least one day prior to the beginning of your tour. Thanks to the central position of Abruzzo the before/after tour possibilities are endless. Beside classic destinations like Rome (2,5h from Pescara) lesser-known gems are the city of Ascoli Piceno, the Gargano National Park or the pristine Tremiti Islands. Please do not hesitate to contact us for any logistic and planning support.
What's included
- 6 nights of accommodation at carefully selected hotels
- Daily meals as outlined in the itinerary
- Snacks and drinks for each day’s ride
- At least two experienced local guides
- Daily route support with cycling guides and support van
- High end carbon frame road bike equipped with flat pack and pedals
- Luggage transfers and transportation during your trip
- Entrance fees for all activities and events as outlined in the itinerary
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport pick up and drop off
- Single occupancy supplement (from €800)
- Any optional activity not outlined in the itinerary
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed in the “What’s included” section