GIRO D’ITALIA 2026

GIRO D’ITALIA 2026

25 MAY | 30 MAY 2026

In our experience, we think you will enjoy this specific tour if you are a cyclist with good bike handling skills, ability to accomplish multiple climbs of moderate grade (6-7%), the fitness to be on the bicycle for 4-5 hours a day, and the ability to ride safely with other cyclists in a line.

YOUR TURN ON ITALY’S
GREATEST STAGE

EXPERIENCE THE GIRO D’ITALIA

Feel the excitement of one of the world’s oldest and most important races. Cheer the pros from the course and explore the vibrant Giro Village before the start.

RIDE THE GIRO

Our guides will lead you on beautiful countryside and challenging mountain stages. You’ll be astonished at what the must pros do, and proud of your own accomplishments!

FULL LOGISTIC AND VAN SUPPORT

The Giro is popular, but we’ll get you where you need to be to experience the race at its finest without worrying about crowds or parking. Our professional mechanics will accompany you while you’re riding the course so you have the smoothest experience possible.

AN EPIC TRIP ON YOUR SCHEDULE

The package will be available from May 25th (first stage on 27th ) to May 30th (last stage 29th). You are welcome to add extra nights on Lake Garda before or after these dates. You’ll experience all the stages and activities within your time frame. (Minimum 5 nights)

DAILY PROGRAM

DAY 1 – Arrival and Check-In
Monday 25th May (Giro Day Off)
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Bike Fit with the Mechanic , program briefing with the Guides: detailed overview of the itinerary, daily routes, and special highlights of the Giro d’Italia experience.

DAY 2 – Ride from the Hotel
Tuesday 26th May
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Today you can choose from three different ride levels—classic, enthusiastic, or epic— from our daily guided group rides so you can tailor the day to your energy and preferences. Our rides leave from the hotel and explore various areas around the lake, from rolling vineyards to big climbs. You’ll return in time for the cyclist buffet lunch, watch the finish of the Giro stage on TV and later enjoy dinner at the hotel.

DAY 3 – GIRO STAGE 17 Cassano d’Adda – Andalo
Wednesday 27th May
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Today’s adventure takes us to experience the excitement of the Giro d’Italia live.
We’ll start from our hotel and transfer by van to Riva del Garda, where our cycling journey begins. From there, we’ll ride a beautiful loop up toward Passo Ballino, enjoying stunning mountain scenery along the way.

Our destination is Stenico, where we’ll find the perfect spot to watch the Giro d’Italia roar past—an unforgettable moment of pure cycling passion. We’ll grab a bite to eat in the area before continuing our ride.

In the afternoon, we’ll descend along the scenic Limarò cycling path, following the valley down to Sarche, where our vans will be waiting for us. After the pick-up, we’ll head back to the hotel in time for a well-deserved dinner.

RIDE OF THE DAY:
90 km – 56 mi
1700 m – 5577 ft

DAY 4 – GIRO STAGE 18: Fai della Paganella – Pieve di Soligo
Giro Stage Arrival
Thursday 28th May
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After breakfast, we’ll leave our hotel and head toward the rolling hills of the Prosecco region.
Today’s ride features one of the area’s most iconic climbs: the Muro di Ca’ del Poggio, a short but legendary wall beloved by cyclists. From there, we’ll continue toward Pieve di Soligo, where you’ll take part in the Finish Line Bike Experience—riding the final kilometers of the Giro d’Italia route just before the pros arrive. A truly unforgettable moment!

We’ll spend the night at the elegant Villa Soligo.

Good to know: there’s no need to check out from the Enjoy. You can leave everything in your room and bring only what you need for the night—no stress, just pure enjoyment.

RIDE OF THE DAY:
90 km – 56 mi
1000 m – 3280 ft

DAY 5 – GIRO STAGE 19: Feltre – Alleghe (Piani di Pezzè)
Giro Stage Departure
Friday 29th May
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Today, we’ll say goodbye to Villa Soligo and set off by bike toward Feltre.
Along the way, you’ll experience the beautiful landscapes of the Prosecco hills, arriving in time to visit the Giro d’Italia Village and soak up the excitement of the stage start.

In the afternoon, we’ll return by van to Peschiera del Garda, completing another unforgettable day of cycling and Giro d’Italia thrills.

RIDE OF THE DAY:
85 km – 53 mi
700 m – 2300 ft

DAY 6 – Check Out
Saturday 30th May
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After this incredible experience, today we’ll say our goodbyes and check out.
It’s the perfect moment to reflect on the unforgettable memories, breathtaking rides, and the thrill of the Giro d’Italia before heading home.

HOTEL OPTIONS

PESCHIERA DEL GARDA
Enjoy Garda Hotel ****

We are in Peschiera del Garda, just 20 minutes from Verona. Our hotel can be your starting point to explore a unique territory, famous for its natural and historical beauties. Lake Garda, you will see, will amaze you.
In addition to the rooms, suites, apartments and the best services that we offer you with the quality that distinguishes us, we have behind us the story of a family that grew up with love for hospitality.

TREVISO
Villa Soligo ****

Hotel Villa Soligo, situated in the heart of the Valdobbiadene hills, home to DOCG Prosecco and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a charming new hotel that has brought back the splendour of a prestigious historic 18th century mansion.
Entirely renovated, the hotel provides its guests with evocative sensations that are at the same time modern and steeped in history, and warm elegant rooms that are a mix of classical and contemporary design.

EXTRA BENEFITS MAKE THIS TOUR OUTSTANDING

FOUR-STAR HOME BASE

The Giro is close to our four-star hotel on Lake Garda so you and your non-cyclist partner can settle in and relax. Enjoy our pool, bar, or explore the historic lakeside castle towns just steps or a short ride away. We are steps from the train station, and Verona and Venice are easy day trips. As part of the experience, we’ll also spend one night in the Prosecco Hills at the elegant Villa Soligo, immersing you in the beauty and charm of Italy’s iconic wine region.

TOP-OF-THE-LINE PINARELLO BICYCLE RENTAL

Make your experience even more extraordinary by enjoying the latest models of the Pinarello Dogma F super fast road bike, the Pinarello Dogma X, designed for both speed and comfort, or the Grevil, Pinarello’s high performance all-purpose bike. As an official Pinarello rental center, we have over 80 bikes, with one perfect for you.

RACE AND LOCAL CULTURE

Our professional Italian guides know the details and history of both the area and the Giro, and will add extra fun and depth to your trip.

GARDA BIKE HOTEL CYCLING BENEFITS

On non-stage days, choose from three GBH group rides a day and enjoy our beautiful area with other cyclists from around the world.

PINARELLO BIKES
INCLUDED


DOGMA F

The best of the best; a top-level bike, the same used by the pro team Ineos / Grenadiers.
  • Year of the bike: 2025-2026
  • Sizes available: from 43cm to 60cm
  • Group set: Shimano DURA-ACE R9270 Di2 – 12 speed electronic – hydraulic disc brakes – Chainrings DURA ACE 34/50t – Cassette 11/34t  

The DOGMA is a high-performance race bike with aggressive geometry. This bike is recommended for high level athletes who regularly ride high performance race bikes and are accustomed to the leaned over and low position, as well as the snappy handling, of this race bike.


DOGMA X

Top of the line road bike, with a frame designed for the endurance.
  • Year of the bike: 2025-2026
  • Sizes available: from 43cm to 60cm
  • Group set: Shimano DURA-ACE R9270 Di2 – 12 speed electronic – hydraulic disc brakes – Chainrings DURA ACE 34/50t – Cassette 11/34t  

The new Pinarello Dogma X is a top of the line Pinarello road bike, with a frame designed for endurance and therefore more comfortable than the Dogma F, but still designed to be a high performing bike.


GREVIL F1

Our all-purpose bike that will provide you with comfort and performance on any of our daily rides. 
  • Year of the bike: 2026
  • Sizes available: From 47 to 60 cm
  • Group set: Shimano GRX 610 2/12 speed – Chainrings 46/30t – Cassette 11/36t

The Grevil is our all-purpose bike that is perfect for most cyclists, and what most of our guests use. It has relaxed geometry making it a comfortable bike, wider tires and longer wheel base, perfect to handle the cobblestone and rough pavement that we often encounter and lower gearing to tackle our bigger hills.


GARDA

ebike with BOSCH motor and battery
  • Year of the bike: 2026
  • Size available: 43 – 46 – 49 – 52
  • Weight: 16kg
  • Group set: Shimano GRX 1×11 speed – Chainrings 44t – Cassette 11-42t
  • Battery: BOSCH Compac Tube 400Wh

The Nytro eBike is great for experienced riders who just need a little assistance going up some of our hills. The Nytro is a proper pedal assisted road bike (not a scooter). The motor has a maximum 300 watts, with 3 levels of pedal assist, The battery life depends on how the motor is used. (from 40km to more than 80km depending on elevetion)

CASTELLI CYCLING KIT
INCLUDED

We will gift you the our exclusive Cycling Kit by famous italian brand Castelli.
The full kit will consist of SCICON race bag with jersey, bibs, hat, socks, summer gloves, wind vest and arm warmers.
Package price between 3.139,00 & 3.599,00
per person in double room, for 5 nights
Single room supplement available on request
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20 YEARS IN THE BUSINESS

Since 2005, we create cycling holidays for guests from all around the world. Our home is Garda Bike Hotel, on Lake Garda, one of the most famous bike hotel. Each year we create unique cycling experiences for over 1000 guests.

100% ITALIAN

We are not a foreign agency that sells trips and outsources the management of clients to third parties. Nor are we  just local cyclists, who operate without any controls. Nicola, Davide, Elisa or Alberto are always present in person with our staff at every event.

CERTIFIED TOUR OPERATOR

We are a certified tour operator,  with all the official documentation. We are Italians and our headquarters are in italy.

INSURANCE

We include with all our tours insurance for cancellation, assistance, medical expense, reimbursement, lost luggage. Not all  tour operators include this service.

NO CANCELLATION

Most of our trips will run when between 3–4 people are booked.  We have never cancelled a trip due to low numbers. However, there is no guarantee of this in the future. If we cancel a trip, we will give you full credit to be applied to any other one of our trips within 2 years.

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