WHEN TO GO
Jun – Sept
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
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WHAT'S INCLUDED:

All accomodations
Luggage transfers
Daily breakfast
Daily lunch and dinner recommendations
Daily pre-ride brief
GPX routes and Roadbook

Riding with local guides in Bormio
Hidden local gems with Vago Cycling
the beauty of the Alps at sunrise
Cycling Stelvio Pass and the Alps

Map

Bike tour on Stelvio Pass, 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.

Distance

40km / 25mi

Elevation

800m / 2600ft

Sleep

Bormio

Eat

Dinner

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

Stelvio Pass at sunrise
Local delights during a Stelvio bike tour

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