Bormio·2 - 6 July 2023
Stelvio Road Cycling
Ride on the Giro d'Italia iconic passes of Stelvio, Mortirolo, Gavia at the border between Italy and Switzerland. The cycling mandatory tour
Overview
Every cyclist must ride on the Stelvio Pass at least once in a lifetime. This is your chance! We created a tour with this famous climb and also with other memorable ascents that are icons of the Giro d'Italia, such as Passo Mortirolo, Passo Gavia, Laghi di Cancano. In addition, thanks to the close Swiss border we managed to arrange a bike tour with a train ride up to Passo Bernina to enjoy an unmissable view of the alpine landscape.
Effort level
Hard
This tour is suitable for all those sportsmen who are true fans of this sport, have an optimal athletic base and want to try something different than usual. Total length: 312 km Total ascent: 6500 m Total descent: 6500 m
Travel status
Planned
The travel is scheduled, you can book your experience. Wait our confirmation before organize your logistic for the destination chosen.
No. of participants
3-6 Participants
Highlights
Improve your riding skills in an exclusive environment
Who said you can't train on vacation? Improve your stamina and driving technique in the most iconic places in the Alps
Enjoy unforgettable views on a train ride
Cyclists always want to ride their bikes, but this time we chose a train ride to be remembered
Live an outstanding hosting experience
Live your adventour holiday in one of the most famous bike hotels of the Stelvio National Park.
Itinerary
Let's check out what's in the menu for this tour...
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Trip map
Day 1: Arrival
Day 2: Stelvio Pass
Day 3: Bernina Pass
Day 4: Gavia Pass
Day 5: Departure
Day 1
Check-in and meet your guide
During this first day you will have to reach the selected accommodation in Bormio by the afternoon. Before dinner there will be a meeting with the guide.
Day 2
Stelvio up & down
105 km and 3200 m elevation gain
Mandatory ride for those who want to ride the Stelvio Pass. You will challenge yourself with two long climbs to the 2750 meter and 48 hairpin bends of the Stelvio. You will encounter first the one that starts from Bormio (1.500 meter climb) and then the famous one that start from Prato Allo Stelvio (1.800 meter climb).
You have the option to skip the first ascent of the day taking a shuttle and do only the famous ascent from the Prato allo Stelvio side with his 48 hairpin bends (tour become 80 km and 1800 positive climb)
Day 3
Bernina - Forcola - Eira - Foscagno Passes
127 km (of which 30 km on Bernina Express train) and 1100 m elevation gain
Get the chance to explore the Swiss area between Tirano and Sankt Moritz enjoying the views from the panoramic Bernina Express train.
Then ride from Bernina pass up to Livigno and then getting back to Bormio after climbing Eira and Foscagno passes.
Day 4
Mortirolo & Gavia Passes
110 km and 3100 m elevation gain
Hardest day on the bike, but your efforts will be repaid with unforgettable views over Valtellina and Valcamonica valleys and the Stelvio National Park.
(Optional: it is possible to have only the Gavia Climb and return to Bormio, around 1500m and not 3100m elevation gain)
Day 5
Departure
As always, good things come to end. We hope you enjoyed a great tour with us!
The last day is up to you whether making an easy recovery ride (self-guided) or going back home right away in the morning after check-in out at the hotel.
What's Included
Included
Lodging
Breakfast and dinner
Laundry service
Bike washing and service room
3 guided road bike tours
Luggage deposit
Accident Insurance for activities
Not Included
Lunch
Your transport to reach the destination
Everything not on the list included
Tourist local tax
Extra Services
Bike Rental - Bianchi Sprint*
Too bored of packing your bike? We have got you covered with a top-level Basso road bike to tackle the hardest climbs of the Dolomites (*if this bike is not available, it will be rented one of similar quality and level)...
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PRICE$187.88/pp
Travel Cancellation Insurance
Do you want to leave without worries? By adding this option to your cart you are buying an insurance service that will refund you the full price paid to Adventoured in case you are unable to participate in the trip for reasons beyond your control....
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PRICE$65.21/pp
Lodging
Bike hotel in Bormio
The structure that will host you during most of your cycling tour is perfect for those who love travelling with their bicycles. As a matter of fact, this hotel will provide you with safe storage room, maintainance & bike washing room, laundry service, snacks and detailed info about any cycling tour in the area. The best in Bormio for cyclists!
Your Guide
Matteo - Bike Guide
Matteo is MTB rider and road cyclist too. He has been pedaling on his bikes for more than 20 years since he started competing back in 2000 as MTB junior. He rides mostly close to Lake Garda or on the Dolomites and rides about 10,000 km/year.
When he is on a bike he is always looking for new roads to ride and new trails to explore.
Stelvio National Park
The mandatory tour for real cyclists
No doubt you will have heard from Giro d'Italia of the legendary Stelvio, Gavia and Mortirolo passes, some of the most famous roads in cycling. These names conjure up images of famous stages of Italy’s great cycling race, with their many hairpin bends, long ascents and the gruelling efforts of riders trying to win the race. This cycling tour will put you to the test and literally take your breath away.
FAQs
Liability
What are my responsibilities while traveling?
Practicing outdoor sports brings risks. Adventoured and outdoor guides do not accept any responsibility deriving from your wrong behaviors during the participation of our group travels. You are the ultimate responsible for your action.
Customer Insurance
Do I have any insurance coverage for accidents that can happen during group travel?
Of course! The cost of the trip also includes insurance that adequately covers costs that may arise from the unpleasant event of an accident during outdoor activities. In this page you can find the insurance terms and condition.
Travels
If I book a trip, do I have the possibility to cancel?
Of course! the reimbursement possibilities are as follows:
- If you cancel 45 days before the departure of the trip, you are entitled to a refund of 100% of the trip;
- If you cancel between 45 and 30 days before the departure of the trip, you are entitled to a refund of 70% of the trip;
- If you cancel within 30 days before the departure of the trip, you are not entitled to a refund
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What is the difference between planned and confirmed trip?
The planned trip is the one available for sale on the platform while the confirmed trip is the one that has reached the minimum number of participants and will start. It is important that you organize the logistics only when the trip has been confirmed by the Adventoured team.
How long can the trip be confirmed?
The goal of the Adventoured team is to find all travel companions for your outdoor trips, but we have given ourselves the terms within which our trips can become confirmed or not:
- 20 days before the start of the travel in the case of trips lasting more than 6 days;
- 7 days before the start of the travel in the case of trips lasting between 3 and 6 days;
- 48 hours before the start of the travel in the case of trips lasting less than 3 days
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What happens if I have booked a trip but it has not been confirmed by Adventoured?
Unfortunately we were unable to find the minimum number of people to start the trip you booked. At this point you have two solutions:
- Request a refund of 100% of the amount paid for the trip booked;
- Pay the difference to cover the fixed costs of the trip and start the trip anyway. Please note that in this case you could face an increase between 50% and 100% of the initial cost of the trip. To activate this opportunity we will need your response within 24 hours
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Trip Tips
What equipment to bring
Take enough clothes with you — the weather changes a lot on the mountains from short sleeves to winter clothing.
Flexible booking conditions
All Adventoured travels have flexible booking condition! If you cancel your booking the reimbursement possibilities are as follows: - If you cancel before 45 days before the departure of the trip, you are entitled to a refund of 100% of the trip; - If you cancel between 45 and 30 days before the departure of the trip, you are entitled to a refund of 70% of the trip; - If you cancel within 30 days before the departure of the trip, you are not entitled to a refund
Travel cancellation insurance
Leave without worries and get your travel price refunded if one of these events prevents you from leaving! - if you contract COVID, become ill, or experience an accident just before leaving; - your flight or train ride is annulled or delayed for longer than 8 hours; - if your car breaks down on the way to the airport; - you have your travel documents stolen - if you have to postpone your trip due to a natural disaster at your vacation spot, such as an earthquake, avalanche, or volcanic eruption. P.s. This insurance doesn't cover your personal logistic costs (flights, train, car).
Liability during sport activities
Practicing outdoor sports brings risks. Adventoured and outdoor guides do not accept any responsibility deriving from your wrong behaviors during the participation of our group travels. You are the ultimate responsible for your action.
Logistics
As our trips require a minimum number of participants, we suggest you to not organize your logistics until your experience is confirmed by the Adventoured team.
Go Private!
If you already have a group of people to share your vacation with you can book this trip privately. Prices depend on the size of your group: - if you are 3 people the cost is €1.150/each - if you are 4 people the cost is €1.040/each - if you are 5 people the cost is €950/each - if you are 6 people the cost is €860/each Use the form in the bottom of this page to contact us!
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