Following your arrival into Verona (VRN) airport, you will be transferred to your delightful accommodation in the Valley di Ledro, located North of Lake Garda (approx. 1h30 minutes). This idyllic valley, set between high mountains and a small alpine lake, is an ideal base for the first part of your trip.

You will be met by your local representative who will hand over bikes (if renting) and talk your through your cycling holiday in this stunning region.

• Meals: Breakfast
• Ascent: 250 Metres Approx.

A great start to this cycling holiday as we take you on a meandering journey on cycle paths along the Ledro Valley.

Setting off not far from the lake, the cycle route takes you along the valley passing through the quaint Tiarno villages, with their narrow streets and small piazzas. With plenty of time, you can ride to the lake and enjoy an afternoon swim at one the many family-friendly beaches.

A great Italian gelateria is within walking distance from the lake, as well as a selection of pizzerias and restaurants.

• Meals: Breakfast
• Ascent: 320 Metres Approx.

Today’s ride will take you to Malga Cita. A “malga” in Italian is an “alpine hut“, normally associated with a prairie where animals graze. Leaving the lake side, you’ll take a lovely country lane up an alpine valley, surrounded by tall mountains and forests.

On the way to Malga Cita, leaving your bikes, you’ll follow a well-marked path to Ledro Land Art within the Forest of Pur. Here you’ll discover art pieces that merge with nature, a really fun spot to explore with the kids.

Back in the saddle and you’ll ride to the end of the valley. Malga Cita is an ideal spot for a picnic lunch where you can enjoy the relaxing ambience of the surrounding mountains.

You’ll return back the same way, back to the lake and along the lake-side path to your hotel.

• Meals: Breakfast
• Ascent: 300 Metres Approx.

Leaving this idyllic valley, today you’ll be heading towards Lake Garda. The cycle route is a classic for all kinds of cyclists so be sure to say ciao along the way.

Lake Ledro being higher in altitude than lake Garda, means the route has a downwards bias so sit back in your saddle and enjoy the ride! The first section meanders through small villages, with the highlight being Ponale, an ancient military road that connected the two valleys, contouring the side of the lake, on a gradual descent. It is a classic spot for anyone visiting Lake Garda, as the views are completely stunning.

With big smiles, you’ll arrive in Riva, a bustling lake-side town and plenty of ice cream shops to choose from. A very bike friendly place, cycle paths connect various parts of town and the valleys around. You will be based near the lake for the next two days.

• Meals: Breakfast
• Ascent: 250 Metres Approx.

A lovely ride through the outstanding Sarca Valley is on the cards today. A full day exploring the beautiful vineyards, fruit groves and mirror-like lakes with the ever-present dramatic rock faces either side of you the whole way.

The route follows a cycle path from Torbole and Riva to Arco, along the Sarca River. Crossing a Roman bridge in Dro, you‘re likely to see local children enjoying a swim in some natural pools of the Sarca River!

Next stop in Lake Clavedine, an idyllic location for a picnic by the cool lake. On your return loop, stopping in Pietramurata, you can do a little wine and / or ice cream tasting to finish of the day.

This is a great day of cycling mainly on cycle paths with some outstanding views!

• Meals: Breakfast
• Ascent: 50 Metres Approx.

Today you’ll journey southwards. After a morning ferry journey (approx 1 hour) you’ll have the chance to explore the charming little village of Limone, perched on the side of the lake.

From here you have the option of testing out the brand new cycle path along the lakeside, (which has already been described by some as the most scenic cyclepath ever created!) It’s an 8 km round ride, offering brilliant views of the lake.

Once back in Limone, you can board the next ferry to Peschiera (approx 2 hours). Your hotel is a short ride away from the ferry terminal, and ideally located to wander into the old part of Peschiera.

• Meals: Breakfast
• Ascent: 200 Metres Approx.

Leaving Peschiera, you’ll follow the leisurely cycle path of the Mincio, which links Peschiera and Mantova. Stopping off at Borghetto, officially named one of the most beautiful villages in Italy, we recommend sampling the tasty tortellini, which originated in this region.

Back on your bikes, you’ll soon reach the Garden Park of Sigurta. Here you and the kids will have the chance to explore the educational play farm, with its labyrinth-like maze and shimmering ponds scattered through its lush garden.

Meandering through tranquil countryside, you’ll return to Peschiera.

• Meals: Breakfast

Time to say goodbye to this charming part of Italy as we transfer you back to the airport for your return flight home (approx. 45 mins).