Your Opportunity to Ride and Watch the 2020 Giro d'Italia with Italy Bike Tours

Limited places left at these exclusive VIP "all access" experiences with official Giro d'Italia tour operator Italy Bike Tours. Immerse yourself in the last 12 days, last week or last weekend.

It's never been a better time to enjoy the magic of the Giro d'Italia. Italy at its spectacular best awaits those joining us for a party of a cycling lifetime.

Italy Bike Tours have once again put together the perfect blend of great riding, fabulous hospitality and epic stage viewing, that will allow you to soak up every ounce of the 103rd Giro d’Italia. Our handcrafted tours designed by staff who have ridden the Giro d’Italia themselves, have become legend in the cycling tour industry for providing you with ‘money can’t buy’ experiences. We pride ourselves in allowing our clients to have unparalleled access to the pro-peloton in a way that will open your eyes to what it takes to be a pro-rider, in one of the greatest stage races in the world of cycling.

With VIP hospitality, ‘through the line’ experience, and a podium photo opportunity, you can be sure that our tours are full with highlight after highlight. Italy Bike Tours guarantee small group sizes, and understand that the best cycling holidays are spent with old friends and new. As is customary, Italy Bike Tours look forward to welcoming returning clients, some of which have joined us for the past three Giro d’Italia’s in a row.

Italy Bike Tours have three VIP Tours for you to experience the 2020 Giro d'Italia

Giro d’Italia – The Last 12 Days

Summary below, for full details, please visit: https://www.italybiketours.co.uk/event/the-last-12-days

DAY 1- OCTOBER 14
Stage: Elpidio - Rimini

Stage View: Start N | A
Ride: Rimini - Rimini  (40km-)
Sleep:  Rimini

Welcome to Italy! You will be met by one of our friendly team and travel to our hotel in Rimini. With spectacular views, this is a stunning place to start your tour of a cycling lifetime. On arrival our tour manager will assist you with checking into the hotel, once the bikes are organised and assembled by our world-class mechanics, we invite you to join us for your first ride of the holiday. A ride from the hotel takes us along the Adriatic coast. Here you will view the final moments of today’s stage- straight into the heart of the action. The ride back to the hotel is optional and those not wishing to ride can hop in the van. This evening, dinner will be served in the hotel restaurant before drinks in the centre of town for those that choose to.

DAY 2- OCTOBER 15
Stage: Cesenatico - Cesenatico

Stage View: Start Finish
Ride: Rimini - Cesenatico  (80km-)
Sleep:  Rimini

After a sumptuous breakfast we hop on the bikes and ride  towards Cesenatico, the birthplace of Marco Pantani. Today’s stage is a celebration of the gran fondo; Nove Colli (nine hills) and is sure to ignite the race. Our ride to one of the last climbs of the day once again allows you to experience the thrill of viewing this epic race. The smell of the bbqs, the passion of the Italian tifosi and legend of Marco Pantani. This stage has it all. After the stage we will enjoy the Pantani museum and visit his mother’s piadineria for a bite to eat before heading back to the Rimini.

DAY 3 - OCTOBER 16
Stage: Cervia – Monselice

Stage View: Start Finish
Ride: Ferrera – Monselice  (60km-)
Sleep:  Conegliano

This morning we leave the beautiful Adriatic coast and head north to stunning Ferrera. On the outskirts of the town your bikes will be ready, and waiting having been checked over by our mechanics. Alberto will lead a ride through the city and stopping for the must have photo by the Castle. The ride will continue to Monselice, here you will see the view the finish today’s stage near. A journey north continues with a shuttle to the Conegliano and our hotel in the Prosecco region. This evening’s dinner will be served in the hotel restaurant, and with views over-looking endless vineyards you can relax in the knowledge that we will be staying here for three nights.

DAY 4 - OCTOBER 17
Stage: Conegliano  - Valdobbiadene

Stage View: Start Finish and Finish.
Ride:  Conegliano  – Valdobbiadene  (45km-)
Sleep:  Conegliano

Great news! You have woken up surrounded by vineyards in the middle of the land of Prosecco. It was a great decision to book this holiday. Now today’s stage is the second ITT of the Giro d’Italia 2020. A chance to see the riders tearing through the rolling hills of Prosecco on their time-trial bikes. Your ride today takes you on the same course and allows you to visit the start and finish line. Your guides will give you all the insight into technique, and what tactics the riders will use during the stage. One of the many advantages of an ex-pro guide, is that they can give you a unique insight into the peloton, and who knows Daniele may even introduce you to ex-teammate Peter Sagan!

DAY 5 - OCTOBER 18
Stage: Rivolto - Piancavallo

Stage View: Last Climb
Ride: Conegliano  – Piancavallo  (60km-)
Sleep:  Conegliano

After a good breakfast we head out once again into Prosecco paradie on a ride that takes us up the last climb of today’s stage. There really is nothing like climbing on the same road as the pros. Expect a party atmosphere, as the Italian tifosi cheer you on and as is customary with our clients, hand you a glass of wine. Why’s is it always our clients?! After the race passes you will take the descent to the waiting vans before the short transfer back to the hotel. Keener riders may wish to race the van back. Dinner will be served in Marco’s favourite trattoria nestled in the heart of the Prosecco region.

DAY 6 - OCTOBER 19
Stage: Rest Day

Stage View: N|A
Ride: NA
Sleep: Madonna di Campiglio  

A rest day for the riders and also a rest day for IBT clients as we pack the bikes away put on some non-lycra and head to Riva del Garda. Lake Garda is a jewel in the crown of Northern Italy, and on arrival we push the pause button allowing you time to explore the town, find a restaurant for lunch and maybe even hop on a boat. A chance to put your stamp on the holiday. After lunch we will then head over to Madonna di Campiglio   and our hotel for the next two days. Tonight, you are free to enjoy the town, festivities and all that is great about holiday in Italia.  

DAY 7 - OCTOBER 20
Stage: Udine - San Daniele del Friuli

Stage View: N A
Ride: Madonna di Campiglio - Passo Tonale (65km-)
Sleep:  Madonna di Campiglio 

Our ride this morning starts with a descent towards Val di Sole. The valley of Sun is famous for great weather and apples! Our ride this morning along the valley and then up to Passo Tonale. This is an epic climb and reaching the summit at Passo Tonale is to be applauded, and rest assured, staff will be on hand to take photos and pass you a welcome hot chocolate. Those that wish, can descend before taking the climb up to the hotel. More sensible clients can hop in the van and take the ride back! The hotel is in the heart of the action, and the night before the Giro comes to town (Notte Rossa) is thrilling. Dinner served in Hotel.

DAY 8 - OCTOBER 21
Stage: Bassano del Grappa - Madonna di Campiglio

Stage View: N|A
Ride: Madonna di Campiglio - Passo Gavia (70km - )
Sleep: Bormio

There is nothing quite like waking up in the Alps when the Giro hits town. Today you will be the envy of the cycling world as you enjoy a great day of riding and hospitality over- looking the finish line. We are the only operator that offers this unique experience for clients, a real highlight for first timers to the Giro and those more seasoned travellers. After breakfast we will once again descend before tackling the Passo Gavia. This epic mountain is a favourite of our staff. Epic, brutal at times and utterly inspiring. Our team will be on hand to support you before those that wish jump in the van back to Madonna Campiglio do so, and the real enthusiasts ride back to the hotel. After a warm shower, you will have some free time before we distribute VIP passes and get ready for some complimentary prosecco, nibbles (Italian style) and epic viewing of the final stages of the race. Post stage you will have some free time before we transfer over to Bormio.

DAY 9 - OCTOBER 22
Stage: Pinzolo – Lago di Cancano

Stage View: Lago di Cancano
Ride: Passo Stelvio & Lago Cancano (70km - )
Sleep: Bormio

Our reputation has been built on attention to detail when planning tours as well as staff that will do what is necessary in the pursuit of excellence. Today is one of those days when you will be grateful you chose Italy Bike Tours. After an early breakfast, those that wish to will join a Sunrise Stelvio ride. The Stelvio is everything that you can imagine and more, however, it is in the early morning when its sheer magnificence is felt most. Those that choose to join us will enjoy a hot chocolate at the summit before descending and joining the ‘other’ riders for the climb to Lago Cancano. Here we will watch the riders up close and personal, on the climb for what promises to be one of the most important stages in Giro 2020. Our dinner this evening will be served in our favourite restaurant in the Alps. It is so special that we can only tell those that book where we are going! It’s top top secret.

DAY 10 - OCTOBER 23
Stage: Morbegno - Asti

Stage View: Morbegno. Start Start
Ride: Lake Como (90km - )
Sleep: Val di Susa

It’s always sad to leave Bormio, a place you are sure to want to visit again, however, the Giro d’Italia waits for no man. Onwards we go to enjoy the festivities of a stage start in Morbegno. A chance to get up close and personal to the riders, get obligatory selfies and cheer on your favourites. After we have seen the roll out, we hop on the bikes and take a stunning ride around the west of Lake Como, hugging the lakeside as we do before finishing in Como. Famous for its Italian style, great food and George Clooney! On arrival in Lake Como we will watch the stage finish in our great friend Allesandro’s Sartorial Cicliste Café. You will have free time in Lake Como post ride to explore the town before we head to Val di Susa and our next destination nestled in the foothills of the Piemonte Alps.

DAY 11 - OCTOBER 24
Stage: Alba - Sestriere

Stage View: Sestriere  Finish Line
Ride: Val di Susa - Sestriere  (60km - )
Sleep: Val di Susa

A leisurely breakfast and time to stroll around the town before once again we take an epic ride to Sestriere . Today is going to be one of the great stages in the Giro d’Italia history and you will be there to witness the crucial moments in our organised hospitality in Sestriere . One of the advantages of being based in Italy is that we ‘know people’ – this is the Italian way of working! And we have worked with our friends in the mayoral office of Sestriere  to ensure you have a great viewing point, showers and a fantastic lunch. All part of the service. Surely the winner of today’s stage will win the overall GC? Or maybe not as it is the Milan TT that so many cycling fans are excited about. Tonight, we enjoy dinner in a Pizzeria, I mean you can’t come to Italy without a pizza, right?

DAY 12 - OCTOBER 25
Stage: Cernusco di Naviglio - Milan

Stage View: Finish Line
Ride: NA
Sleep: Vimercate (Milano)

A change of scenery, as after breakfast we leave the Alps and head to the fashion capital of the world; Milano. There will be no riding today so you can put some comfy shoes on and slip into spectator mode. Our team will drop you in the city centre, on arrival we have organised a very special surprise for you before you have some free time to enjoy the stage. Those that wish to buy hospitality from us can do so at a discounted rate. No doubt you will want to see the presentation of the pink jersey. Our final destination and dinner will be served by our friends at Hotel Cosmo Vimercate. A great place to give awards, exchange numbers and reflect on an epic experience of following the Giro d’Italia 2020.

LAST DAY  - OCTOBER 26
Stage: NA 
Ride: NA
Sleep: NA

Sadly, it is time to say goodbye, but wait we have one more surprise for you! This morning we will visit the finest manufacturer of bikes in Italy. Passoni is the Ferrari of the bike world and our friend Matteo the owner has offered a personal invitation to Italy Bike Tours clients to visit the factory to see how they make these beautiful titanium bikes a chance not to be missed. Transfers to follow in the late morning. 

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

12 night’s 3* or 4* Hotels
Private Transfers
All breakfasts
Some Lunches
Eight dinners
VIP Hospitality Stage Finish
Podium and Through the line experience.
IBT Gift bundle
Non-Ride programme
Guide Rides
Ex Pro Head Guide
Support Van
Giro Gift Pack

Giro d’Italia – The Last Week

Summary below, for full details, please visit: https://www.italybiketours.co.uk/event/the-last-week

DAY 1- OCTOBER 20
Stage: Udine – San Daniele Del Friuli

Stage View: N|A
Ride: Passo Tonale (70km - )
Sleep: Madonna di Campiglio 

Welcome to Italy! You will be meet but one of our friendly team at Verona Airport or Verona train station. You will then be transferred via Lake Garda to our hotel in  stunning Madonna Campiglio. With spectacular views over the Alps this is stunning place to start your tour of a cycling lifetime. On arrival our tour manager will assist you with checking in to the hotel, once bikes are organised and assembled by our world-class mechanics we invite you to join us for your first ride of the week. Starting with a sumptuous descent before enjoying a climb to Passo Tonale at 2000m, as with all our ride days we will also offer an easier option for those wishing too take life a little easier. This evening dinner will be served in the hotel restaurant before drinks in the center of town.

DAY 2- OCTOBER 21
Stage: Bassano del Grappa – Madonna di Campiglio 

Stage View: Finish Line VIP Hospitality.
Ride: Passo Gavia (70km - )
Sleep: Bormio

There is nothing quite like waking up in the Alps when the Giro hits town. Today you will be the envy of the cycling world as you enjoy a great day of riding and hospitality over- looking the finish line. We are the only operator that offers this unique experience for clients, a real highlight for first timers to the Giro and those more seasoned travellers. After breakfast we will once again descend before tackling the Passo Gavia. This epic mountain is a favourite of our staff. Epic, brutal at times and utterly inspiring. Our team will be on hand to support you before those that wish jump in the van back to Madonna Campiglio do so, and the real enthusiasts ride back to the hotel. After a warm shower, you will have some free time before we distribute VIP passes and get ready for some complimentary prosecco, nibbles (Italian style) and epic viewing of the final stages of the race. Post stage you will have some free time before we transfer over to Bormio.

DAY 3- OCTOBER 22
Stage: Pinzolo – Lago di Cancano

Stage View: Lago di Cancano
Ride: Passo Stelvio & Lago Cancano (60km - )
Sleep: Bormio

Our reputation has been built on attention to detail when planning tours as well as staff that will do what is necessary in the pursuit of excellence. Today is one of those days when you will be grateful you chose Italy Bike Tours. After an early breakfast, those that wish to will join a Sunrise Stelvio ride. The Stelvio is everything that you can imagine and more, however, it is in the early morning when its sheer magnificence is felt most. Those that choose to join us will enjoy a hot chocolate at the summit before descending and joining the ‘other’ riders for the climb to Lago Cancano. Here we will watch the riders up close and personal, on the climb for what promises to be one of the most important stages in Giro 2020. Our dinner this evening will be served in our favourite restaurant in the Alps. It is so special that we can only tell those that book where we are going! It’s top top secret.

DAY 4 - OCTOBER 23
Stage: Morbegno - Asti

Stage View: Morbegno. Start Start

Ride: Lake Como (90km - )
Sleep: Val di Susa

It’s always sad to leave Bormio, a place you are sure to want to visit again, however, the Giro d’Italia waits for no man. Onwards we go to enjoy the festivities of a stage start in Morbegno. A chance to get up close and personal to the riders, get obligatory selfies and cheer on your favourites. After we have seen the roll out, we hop on the bikes and take a stunning ride around the west of Lake Como, hugging the lakeside as we do before finishing in Como. Famous for its Italian style, great food and George Clooney! On arrival in Lake Como we will watch the stage finish in our great friend Allesandro’s Sartorial Cicliste Café. You will have free time in Lake Como post ride to explore the town before we head to Val di Susa and our next destination nestled in the foothills of the Piemonte Alps.

DAY 5 - OCTOBER 24
Stage:  Alba - Sestriere

Stage View: Sestriere  Finish Line
Ride: Val di Susa - Sestriere  (70km - )
Sleep: Val di Susa

A leisurely breakfast and time to stroll around the town before once again we take an epic ride to Sestriere . Today is going to be one of the great stages in the Giro d’Italia history and you will be there to witness the crucial moments in our organised hospitality in Sestriere . One of the advantages of being based in Italy is that we ‘know people’ – this is the Italian way of working! And we have worked with our friends in the mayoral office of Sestriere  to ensure you have a great viewing point, showers and a fantastic lunch. All part of the service. Surely the winner of today’s stage will win the overall GC? Or maybe not as it is the Milan TT that so many cycling fans are excited about. Tonight, we enjoy dinner in a Pizzeria, I mean you can’t come to Italy without a pizza, right?

DAY 6 - OCTOBER 25
Stage: Cernusco di Naviglio - Milan

Stage View: Finish Line
Ride: NA
Sleep: Vimercate (Milano)

A change of scenery, as after breakfast we leave the Alps and head to the fashion capital of the world; Milano. There will be no riding today so you can put some comfy shoes on and slip into spectator mode. Our team will drop you in the city centre, on arrival we have organised a very special surprise for you before you have some free time to enjoy the stage. Those that wish to buy hospitality from us can do so at a discounted rate. No doubt you will want to see the presentation of the pink jersey. Our final destination and dinner will be served by our friends at Hotel Cosmo Vimercate. A great place to give awards, exchange numbers and reflect on an epic experience of following the Giro d’Italia 2020.

DAY 7  - OCTOBER 26
Stage: NA 
Ride: NA
Sleep: NA

Sadly, it is time to say goodbye, but wait we have one more surprise for you! This morning we will visit the finest manufacturer of bikes in Italy. Passoni is the Ferrari of the bike world and our friend Matteo the owner has offered a personal invitation to Italy Bike Tours clients to visit the factory to see how they make these beautiful titanium bikes a chance not to be missed. Transfers to follow in the late morning. 

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

VIP Hospitality Stage Finish
Ride Through The Line Experience
Official Photos On Podium
EX Pro Guides
Alps, Piemonte and Milano
Book Safe | Official Giro Tour Operator
Ride Lake Como
Ride Passo Gavia and Passo Stelvio
Massage and Wellness Staff
World Class Support Team

Giro d’Italia – The Last Weekend

Summary below, for full details, please visit: https://www.italybiketours.co.uk/event/the-last-weekend

DAY 1 - OCTOBER 23
Stage: Morbegeno - ASTI

Stage View: NA
Ride: Vall di Susa (50km - )
Sleep: Vall di Susa

Welcome to Italy! You will be meet one of our friendly team at Torino airport or Torino train station. You will then be transferred the short distance to our hotel in Val di Susa. With spectacular views over the Alps this is a stunning place to start your Giro weekend. On arrival our tour manager will assist you with checking in to the hotel, once the bikes are organised and assembled by our world-class mechanics, we invite you to join us for your first ride of the weekend. The ride takes you along Val di Susa. We will time the ride to coincide with watching the stage finish in a local bar. Dinner will be served in the hotel restaurant.

DAY 2 - OCTOBER 24
Stage View: Sestriere Finish Line
Ride: Val di Susa - Sestriere (90km - )
Sleep: Val di Susa

A leisurely breakfast and time to stroll around the town before once again we take an epic ride to Sestriere . Today is going to be one of the great stages in the Giro d’Italia history and you will be there to witness the crucial moments in our organised hospitality in Sestriere . One of the advantages of being based in Italy is that we ‘know people’ – this is the Italian way of working! And we have worked with our friends in the mayoral office of Sestriere to ensure you have a great viewing point, showers and a fantastic lunch. All part of the service. Surely the winner of today’s stage will win the overall GC? Or maybe not as it is the Milan TT that so many cycling fans are excited about. Tonight, we enjoy dinner in a Pizzeria, I mean you can’t come to Italy without a pizza, right?

DAY 3 - OCTOBER 25
Stage: Cernusco di Naviglio - Milan
Stage View: Finish Line
Ride: NA
Sleep: Vimercate (Milano)

A change of scenery, as after breakfast we leave the Alps and head to the fashion capital of the world; Milano. There will be no riding today so you can put some comfy shoes on and slip into spectator mode. Our team will drop you in the city centre, on arrival we have organised a very special surprise for you before you have some free time to enjoy the stage. Those that wish to buy hospitality from us can do so at a discounted rate. No doubt you will want to see the presentation of the pink jersey. Our final destination and dinner will be served by our friends at Hotel Cosmo Vimercate. A great place to give awards, exchange numbers and reflect on an epic experience of following the Giro d’Italia 2020.

DAY 4 - OCTOBER 26
Stage: NA
Ride: NA
Sleep: NA

Sadly, it is time to say goodbye, but wait we have one more surprise for you! This morning we will visit the finest manufacturer of bikes in Italy. Passoni is the Ferrari of the bike world and our friend Matteo the owner has offered a personal invitation to Italy Bike Tours clients to visit the factory to see how they make these beautiful titanium bikes a chance not to be missed. Transfers to follow in the late morning.

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

Passo Stelvio, Passo Gavia and Mortirolo
Superb Hotel
Ex Pro Guides
Ashmei IBT Gift
Private Transfers
Book Safe
Non Rider Welcome
Full mechanical support
Support Van