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Self-guided cycling holiday

Adige Cycle Route: Bolzano to Verona

Dolomites, Italy • Lake Garda, Italy • Adige River, Italy

What’s included

  • 3–4-star hotels for 4 nights
  • Bed & breakfast
  • Luggage transfer
  • For the luggage transportation we accept only 1 piece of luggage per person with max. 20 kg.
  • Ferry from Riva to Peschiera (day 3, bike included)

Overview

Explore the very best of the Adige River cycling route in just five days, riding from the alpine charm of Bolzano to the romantic heart of Verona. Follow a gentle, mostly flat path through South Tyrol’s vineyards and medieval villages, past Lake Garda’s shimmering shoreline, and into the art-rich Veneto region. Whether you're a cycling enthusiast or a first-time tourer, this compact journey balances natural beauty, cultural heritage, and flexible stages - with train options for those who prefer a lighter ride.

Trip Highlights

  • Ride the scenic South Tyrolean Wine Route
  • Spectacular descent to Lake Garda via Passo di San Giovanni
  • Enjoy a relaxing ferry ride across Lake Garda
  • Discover Roman ruins and Shakespearean lore in Verona

What to Expect
The route is largely flat with a few short climbs and follows bike paths or low-traffic country roads. Some care is needed when entering or leaving larger towns like Verona. The first day includes the longest ride, though it can be shortened by train. This tour is ideal for travellers short on time but big on adventure.

Tour difficulty: Leisurely

A comfortable mix of flat paths and light hills. Great for riders wanting a scenic, flexible trip without too much effort.


Perfect for

  • Short Break

  • E-bikes

  • Vineyards

  • Historical Sites

  • Wine Lovers


Itinerary

  1. Welcome to Bolzano, South Tyrol’s bilingual capital at the foot of the Dolomites. Explore the bustling old town, visit the Archaeological Museum to see Ötzi the Iceman, or delve into cutting-edge exhibitions at the Museion.

Flights are not included with this holiday, but we recommend flying to Verona and returning from Verona.

Tour map

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Bike rentals

Touring Bike

Touring Bike

The versatile Touring Bike combines everyday comfort with practical functionality. Featuring a thoughtfully designed frame…

£15 per day

Hybrid bike

Hybrid Bike

A sportier, lighter model with thinner tires than the touring bike. Straight handlebars allow a comfortable stance while…

£22 per day

Electric Touring Bike

Electric Touring Bike

Experience our premium electric bikes, perfectly suited for exploring. Built with a universal frame size and equipped with a…

£37.50 per day

Helmet

Helmets of all sizes are available to hire for an additional fee.

£4 per day

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