LAKE GARDA
ROAD + GRAVEL
CYCLING EXPERIENCE
LAKE GARDA
ROAD + GRAVEL
CYCLING EXPERIENCE
Road meets gravel: the complete Italian cycling experience
Recommended Cycling Level
The Road + Gravel package is ideal for cyclists who already have familiarity with gravel riding and are comfortable handling a mix of climbs and descents on varied terrain. On gravel days, the group rides all together as one level, exploring mixed surfaces such as packed limestone, dirt roads, and grassy or forest tracks.On road days, instead, you can choose from three different ride levels, so you can match the pace and challenge that suits you best.
Combine the thrill of speed with the spirit of adventure. From Lake Garda’s winding tarmac to gravel roads and trails, every ride is a journey through the Italy you’ve hoped to see. Cycle iconic road routes and explore hidden secrets only gravel riders can reach.
With this program, every path leads to discovery. This package provides a wide range of riding options:
On your road days, you’ll choose from our daily group rides at a level that meets your needs.
On Wednesday, Friday & Sunday, ride gravel.
FROM TARMAC TO TRAILS: EXPLORE ITALY’S HIDDEN PATHS
YOUR GBH PACKAGE INCLUDES
CYCLING SERVICES
Local Italian guides skilled in both road and gravel riding.
Daily laundry service for your bike clothing
PINARELLO BIKE RENTAL
Both Pinarello Dogma Road Bike and Pinarello Grevil Road/Gravel are available at extra charge .
Here our Pinarello bikes fleet available You can choose to keep the Grevil for the entire stay, also for the road tours, or to alternate between the Grevil and the Dogma (this option involves an extra charge)
CYCLING GEAR
Kit Castelli: jersey, wind vest and socks
2 water bottles
Use of rear lights, computer mount for Garmin or Wahoo, Shimano SPD pedals (if needed)
Kask helmet rental available at extra charge
ACCOMMODATIONS / HOTEL OPTIONS
4-Star Hotel: Relax after a long day in the saddle with the comfort and luxury of a 4-star stay.
Single or twin shared accommodations in one of our hotel rooms in Hotel (we have also Jacuzzi Suites upon request).
Apartments in our Hatelier Garda Home (apartments 150 meters far from the Hotel).
DINING
Breakfast Buffet
Lunch in hotel restaurant
Dinner in hotel restaurant (Sunday dinner is NOT included)
Free bottled water during the meals.
Water and energy drinks, bananas, bars and sandwiches for daily rides.
PROGRAM FOR NON CYCLISTS
Non cyclists always enjoy breakfast, dinner and after ride special activities with partner, Regional highlights suggestedOur knowledgeable reception staff can provide all the information necessary for day trips to nearby Verona, Venezia, Mantova, Milano, Padova, spas, wineries, museums and other features of interest. (CLICK HERE for Non-Cycling activities)
TRANSFERS
Transfer with our driver and minivan from and to Verona “Valerio Catullo” airport (available from 8 am to 8 pm) included with prior arrangement. At extra cost we can arrange private transfer to all the major airports of northern Italy (Milano – Venice – Bergamo)
INSURANCE
Cancellation – Assistance – Medical expense Reimbursement – Luggage Insurance. For more info click here
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
Massage Area with masseur and physiotherapist available with prior arrangement.
DAILY PROGRAM
This is just a sample program. Rides and activities may change based on seasonality, traffic, weather conditions, or to better suit the group riding that week.
Choose from at least three levels of our GBH daily road rides. Generally, all the road rides of the day explore the same territory, but with different distances, speeds, and technical challenges. You are free to choose from any of the rides on any day as long as you are up to the ride’s speed and skill requirements.
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SOLFERINO
DISTANCE: 56km 34 mi
ELEVATION: 400m 1300 ft
Ride through the morainic hills with alternating sections of gravel and asphalt, gentle climbs, and charming local villages along the way.
Choose from at least three levels of our GBH daily road rides. Generally, all the road rides of the day explore the same territory, but with different distances, speeds, and technical challenges. You are free to choose from any of the rides on any day as long as you are up to the ride’s speed and skill requirements.
Click Here to see our Ride Levels
Choose from at least three levels of our GBH daily road rides. Generally, all the road rides of the day explore the same territory, but with different distances, speeds, and technical challenges. You are free to choose from any of the rides on any day as long as you are up to the ride’s speed and skill requirements.
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CUSTOZA
DISTANCE: 58KM 36MI
ELEVATION: 300M 1000FT
Discover the hills in the Custoza area, rich in Italian Independence history, with alternating sections of gravel and asphalt, gentle climbs, and charming local villages along the way.
Choose from at least three levels of our GBH daily road rides. Generally, all the road rides of the day explore the same territory, but with different distances, speeds, and technical challenges. You are free to choose from any of the rides on any day as long as you are up to the ride’s speed and skill requirements.
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VALPOLICELLA
DISTANCE: 65km 40mi
ELEVATION: 600m 2000ft
Valpolicella is famous worldwide for its wine, but it’s also one of the best areas for gravel riding, with stunning vineyards and punchy rolling hills.
PINARELLO BIKES
INCLUDED
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
- Saddle: MOST Lynyx
- Handlebar & Stem: Most Jaguarc XA
- Wheels: Fulcrum SONIQ AL disk
- Tires: Vittoria 37mm
- Garmin Mount: Most iTALON Cockpit for Garmin VIRB, GoPro, Shimano o TomTom Bandit
- Price: 80€ / day — 500€ / week – Contact Us for possible discount.
The Grevil is our all-purpose bike that is perfect for most cyclists.
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. It’s a versatile bike designed for multiple terrains, from road rides to the white (gravel) roads in our area. For most people, the Grevil is the perfect bike for our rides
AVAILABLE ONLY FOR GBH GUESTS
CASTELLI CYCLING KIT
INCLUDED
We will gift you the Garda Bike Hotel Kit by famous italian brand Castelli.
The full kit will consist of jersey, hat, socks, wind vest.
