RIDE LEVELS
During our peak season, cyclists have 4 daily rides to choose from, scaled for pace, distance, and level of climbing. We do our best to make your rides both fun and challenging… but not overwhelming.
CHALLEGING… NOT OVERWHELMING
Selecting a ride most suited to your abilities will make for a more satisfying cycling holiday. We do our best to make your rides both fun and challenging… but not overwhelming. Every ride has one or two professional guides to lead and look after the needs of the group. You will always be in good hands.
CUSTOM LEVEL OF RIDING
When you sign up for a package, we will send you a questionnaire to help us recommend the best level of riding for you (click here to see the auto
Our bike managers are available to discuss ride levels with you and help you determine if a particular ride is appropriate and safe for your level of fitness, and we may ask you to ride with a particular group based on our vast experience working with cyclists on our roads.
GROUP CYCLING
Our rides focus on group cycling, and our goal is to keep each group together from start to finish and in the safest manner.
If group riding is not something you are accustomed to, or for a more leisurely oriented bike holiday that does not require you to stay at the group’s pace and which includes daily sightseeing and food tasting destinations by bike, you may be interested in our private guide ride options. Private package (click here)
LEISURE RIDE
Our leisure ride is designed for people who don’t consider themselves to be serious cyclists, but still enjoy the pleasure of a nice bike ride.
The leisure group will explore our area by bike with one of our guides, do some sightseeing, stop for photo opportunities, and will ride to a local cafe or restaurant for a cappuccino, a gelato or other specialty of the area eBikes or a regular road bike are available for these rides and because the ride will last just a few hours, proper bike clothing and shoes or casual clothing and sneakers are both acceptable. Helmets are always required however.
CLASSIC RIDE
Our Classic ride is for experienced cyclists who ride at a moderate pace
Our Classic rides are not long, and we ride at a relaxed pace. We usually make a few leisurely coffee/gelato stops. These are rides for people who love to ride but also like to enjoy the scenery along the way, and don’t mind stopping for a few photo ops, or to get a closer look at a historical or cultural site. We always search out secondary, quiet roads but at times we do have to ride on busier streets, so riders must be confident riding with cars. Cycling clothing should be worn and wearing a helmet is mandatory. For this level ride, cycling shoes are highly recommended (not just running or athletic shoes)
ENTHUSIASTIC RIDE
This is the most popular group ride for our cyclo-tourists from all over the world.
It is a true combination of relaxed and challenging riding, encountering some of each in every ride, including some moderately difficult climbs. Our Enthusiastic ride is aimed at experienced cyclists who are looking for a nice day on the bike; a medium-long distance ride with a moderate average speed (… but not too slow).
EPIC RIDE
The Epic ride is available for the most serious athletes
Epic ride is intended for very experienced cyclists/racers who are looking for a long ride, with some long and difficult climbs, and fewer stops. This is a group for the strongest of cyclists, but we will ride at a moderately fast pace, and not race pace, because first, we must take care of your safety, and second, because we really would love for you to enjoy the day as an excursion and an Italian experience, and not a race.
FREQUENTLY
ASKED
QUESTIONS
How experienced do I need to be, can I ride with you if I’m a novice cyclist?
We are a bike hotel, catering to avid cyclists and cycling athletes, specializing in guided group tours with professional guides. Preparation level is important, and we have set practical and physical training parameters for cyclists to join our excursions, whether in a group ride, or a private ride with an exclusive guide. These parameters are very important for the safety of all of our clients.
Our requirements include that all cyclists:
- must be over 18 years old: Participation by older minors will be evaluated on a case by case basis by our bike manager
- must be knowledgeable of and have experience on a road bike. Guests with bike rentals are responsible for proper use of the bike and are liable for damages in case of falls/crashes
- must wear appropriate cycling dress (bibs, bike jersey, helmet and sunglasses) and cycling shoes (preferably) or training shoes.
The terrain around Lake Garda is characterized by curvy roads with climbs, some short and easy, but others long and hard. There are not many flat roads.
Therefore, all cyclists:
- must be able to ride at least 40-50k.
- must be able to manage climbs of at least 2 km in length and 5-6% average grade.
The areas in and around Lake Garda and Verona (especially between June and September) will have traffic. Our guides avoid the busier roads as much as possible, but on occasion, busier roads are the only option for a portion of the ride.
Therefore, all cyclists:
- must be able to ride in traffic, adjacent to cars or other vehicles
- must be comfortable riding through roundabouts, stopping at every stop sign and crossing intersections in traffic.
Cyclists meeting these minimum requisites are welcome join our group tours (in the CLASSIC group) or with a private guide ( Private Package ). If you don’t meet these requirements, but still want to ride, we recommend renting our city bikes to ride around Peschiera’s center. Or you can rent a hybrid, mountain or an electric bike, at a local partner shop and ride alone on our cycling paths or along the beaches on the lake. These are relaxing paths, that will take you for shorter, easier rides that can be done without a guide
Do you have 3 levels of tour every day?
During our peak cycling season (May, June, July, September) when we have many cycling guests, we offer 3 levels of rides. During quieter periods, we may offer 1 or 2 ride options, but will do our best to ensure that each cycling guest rides in an appropriate paced group. On any given day you may join a slower paced group, if you choose.
How many riders are in a group?
Groups are formed dependent upon the number of cycling guests and their fitness level, but usually not more than 10 per group.
How many guides are assigned to a group?
Groups are formed based on the number of cycling guests and their fitness levels, typically consisting of 6-7 guests per guide, with a maximum of 10 per group.
During the rides, does a support van follow us?
A van will follow on the more difficult rides, more than 100 km and with significant climbing (ex. Monte Baldo, Tremosine). Private tours can request a support van as part of their customized package.
What is your weekly program like? What are the organized rides like?
Each day a different ride is planned. Some routes will take you over rolling hills, others will have you climbing a bit, and some days you will conquer the mountains in our area. One day we might take a ferry across the lake, another day you will ride through Verona, and another day you may stop at a wine cellar for a tour and tasting. Each day you ride will offer you different terrain, different sights, and a different experience. While we have a general plan for each day, we publish the actual route the night before, in order to give consideration to the weather, special events in the area, and to the needs of our cyclists.
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