WHEN TO GO
DURATION
4 days / 3 nights
BIKE TYPE
Road Bike
RIDER TYPE
Level 3 & 4
PRICE FROM
€990 / person
Tour
Overview
EPIC CLIMBS OF THE GIRO,
SELF-GUIDED TOUR
Conquer the giants
Discover the heart of the Alps and challenge your limits on legendary ports such as Passo dello Stelvio, Passo Gavia and Mortirolo. Epic climbs that will stay in your heart (and legs) forever. In between the rides discover the charming village of Bormio, relax in refined thermal baths and savor the yummy alpine gastronomy. Make sure you pack your best legs and get ready for an unforgettable self-guided cycling adventure.
Tour Highlights
- Epic climbs of the Giro d’Italia
- Breathtaking mountain views
- Relax at the thermal baths
Eat and drink
- Alpine delicacies. Bresaola, Sciatt, Pizzoccheri
- Local cheese. Bitto, Scimudin, Casera
- Prestigious red wines. Sfursat, Inferno, Sassella
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
All accomodations
Luggage transfers
Daily breakfast
Daily lunch and dinner recommendations
Daily pre-ride brief
GPX routes and Roadbook




Map

TOTAL DISTANCE
285km / 180mi
TOTAL ELEVATION
7.500m / 24.000ft
AVG DISTANCE PER DAY
75km / 46mi
OUR FAVOURITE DAY
Day 2
START
Bormio
FINISH
Bormio
Day by day
Day by day
01 Welcome to the Alps
Welcome to Bormio: an enchanting hamlet at the heart of the Alps and gateway to some of the greatest climbs in Italy. Settle into your cozy hotel and put yourself at ease. When ready, hit the road for a nice warm up ride on quiet backroads around the valley before climbing up to the enchanted Cancano Lakes. After the ride enjoy an aperitivo and a magnificent dinner in one of our favorite local restaurants… It’s just the beginning.
02 The Stelvio loop
Fuel up your energy at the breakfast table… You’re going to need it all! Stelvio Pass, the highest paved road in Italy, awaits to be conquered on a spectacular ride that tackles both the sides of this legendary climb. Once you’re back in Bormio be sure to celebrate with a well earned cold beer: this is the ride of a lifetime!
Distance
105km / 65mi
Elevation
3000m / 9800ft
Sleep
Bormio
Eat
All meals
03 Mortirolo and Gavia
Another epic day with two more iconic climbs to be crossed off the bucket list: the harsh ramps of Mortirolo, by many considered the hardest climb in Europe, and Passo Gavia, the legendary gateway to the northestearn Alps. Legs are screaming, we know it, but don’t give up! Breathe, raise your head and merge in the pristine beauty of the alpine landscape. After the ride we suggest you swap your cycling shoes for the flip-flops and enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the Roman baths.
Distance
110km / 68mi
Elevation
3100m / 10200ft
Sleep
Bormio
Eat
All meals
04 Sunrise over the Alps
If you can’t get enough of these thrilling roads, hop on the bike and admire the magical beauty of the sun rising over the Alps. You will have time to conquer the climb to Bormio 2000 before you enjoy a last copious breakfast. Your Vago Cycling contact will meet you at the hotel at 11 am to say farewell before you continue your Italian holiday.
Distance
30km / 18mi
Elevation
600m / 2000ft
Sleep
–
Eat
Breakfast



2022
Tours
For self guided trips there are no scheduled departures. Please fill the booking form and we will provide an availability confirmation and a final quotation
2022
Tours
OUR BIKES FOR THE RIDE
If you need to rent a bike you can choose 2 different solutions: Standard (Trek Emonda SL 6 Pro Disc or Colnago V3 Disc) for € 150 or upgrade to Top (Trek Emonda SLR 7) for €230.
Other
details
Meeting Location
- On day 1 your Vago Cycling contact will meet you at the Trip hotel in Bormio. Meeting time is at 11am. Please do not hesitate to contact us for any logistic and planning support.
Departure Location
- On the last day your Vago Cycling contact will meet you at the Trip hotel in Bormio. Meeting time is at 11am. 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 Milan Linate (LIN), Milan Malpensa (MXP) and Bergamo Orio al Serio (BGY). 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. Before or after the tour we suggest to spend some days visiting the city of Milan. Once the tour is booked our Milan tips list will be shared with you.
What's included
- 3 nights of accommodation at carefully selected hotels
- Daily breakfast
- Daily lunch and dinner recommendations
- GPX routes and Roadbook with up to 3 daily ride options
- Daily pre-ride brief
What's not included
- Airfare and transportation to and from the trip meeting/departing locations
- Lodging before and after the trip
- Single occupancy supplement (from €300)
- Bike rental (from € 150)
- Any optional activity not outlined in the itinerary
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed in the “What’s included” section