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SUMMARY:Giro Dolomiti (Tour of the Dolomites) with the Stelvio Pass plus Lake Como (optional)
DESCRIPTION:2023 will mark our tenth year of riding in the incredible Dolomites and our new and flexible ride format means it will be our best ever. \nSeven fantastic days of riding in the most stunning scenery you will likely ever encounter. \nAll the classic climbs of the beautiful Dolomites and a dramatic climax to the trip on Stelvio\, Mortirolo and Gavia. \nAlpine Cadence is also excited to offer a 2-night extension option to this trip\, where we’ll enjoy the spectacular and iconic riding around Lake Como. \nThe schedule\, cycling Giro Dolomiti (Tour of the Dolomites)\nSaturday\, September 9\nArrival at Venice airport and a 1-hour 15-minute transfer to our ride start town of Bassano del Grappa. \nSunday\, September 10\nBassano del Grappa to Agordo. \n\nThe standard route is 100 kilometres and 2500 metres of climbing.\nThe challenging route is 120 kilometres and 3300 metres of climbing.\n\nThe magnificent Monte Grappa will be our first challenge of this tour\, providing a spectacular and tough start. \nA long descent follows towards Feltre before our lovely afternoon of climbing takes us up to the Forcella Franchi before descending to Agordo. \nMonday\, September 11\nAgordo to Cortina d’Ampezzo \n\nThe standard route is 100 kilometres and 2500 metres of climbing.\nThe challenging route is 120 kilometres and 3000 metres of climbing.\n\nA valley ride to start the day as we pass through the beautiful lakeside town of Alleghe. \nThen we’ll scale the epic Passo Giao before descending to Cortina. \nFrom Cortina\, we’ll climb the Passo Tre Croci (Cortina d’Ampezzo) before the dilemma of deciding whether to take the challenge of the fearsome Tre Cime di Lavaredo! \nWhatever happens\, you’ll face an enjoyable descent back to Cortina for our overnight stop. \nTuesday\, September 12\nCortina – Canazei \n\nThe standard route is 80 kilometres and 2300 metres of climbing.\nThe challenging route is 115 kilometres and 3000 metres of climbing.\n\nToday we’ll head out of Cortina and up Passo Falzarego. \nDescending the other side will join the Sella Ronda loop at Arraba\, where we’ll scale the Passo Campolongo. \nA pretty descent down to Corvara will then lead us into the climb of the Passo Gardena. \nPasso Sella will complete a stunning day of scenic and challenging riding. \nWe descend to Canazei for the first of two nights we stay here. \nWednesday\, September 13\nCanazei to Canazei \n\nThe standard route is 70 kilometres and 2000 metres of climbing.\nThe challenging route is kilometres and 3000 metres of climbing.\n\nPasso Pordoi will be our first challenge of the day; we always look forward to its seemingly never-ending bends. \nAfter a long descent to Caprile\, we’ll tackle the infamous Passo Fedaia with its very tough climax. \nThursday\, September 14\nCanazei to Schlanders \nThe transition day! \nA long and contrasting day as we ride away from the Dolomites and into the Sud Tirol area in preparation for our assault on Stelvio the following day. \nMost of the climbing will be done early in the day\, followed by lots of flatter riding through the apple orchards between Bolzano and Merano. \nFriday\, September 15\nSchlanders to Bormio \n\nThe standard route is 65 kilometres and 1800 metres of climbing.\nThe challenging route is 100 kilometres and 2600 metres of climbing.\n\nStelvio is the day’s focus with its famous and spectacular 48 hairpins. Lunch on the top after a truly memorable morning. \nWe’ll descend to Bormio\, where we’ll spend the next two nights. \nThe afternoon will be filled with more ride options to keep you busy\, including the spectacular and lesser-known climb up to Lago Delle Scale. \nSaturday\, September 16\nBormio – Bormio \n\n108 kilometres and 2700 metres climbing.\n\nA stunning\, iconic and very challenging day. \nThe fearsome Mortirolo will more than provide our morning’s entertainment\, followed by the incredible and wild Passo Gavia. \nA long descent back to Bormio will complete a memorable day. \nSunday\, September 17\nTransfers to Milan Malpensa airport for riders completing the trip. \nFor riders enjoying the Lake Como extension to this trip\, we’ll ride down the valley from Bormio to the banks of the lake. \nFrom Bormio\, it is a fast\, flat valley ride of around 120 kilometres which we’ll appreciate after the previous day’s exploits! \nThere will be some climbing options towards the end of the ride for those keen to maximise the stunning views fully. \nMonday\, September 18\nMonday is all about Lake Como’s absolute highlights. \nBeautiful lakeside riding to warm the legs up\, followed by the iconic climbs of Passo del Ghisallo and Muro di Sormano. \nThese climbs are an integral part of the October Giro di Lombardia classic race. \nThe Ghisallo’s 10.6 kilometres at a 5.2 per cent incline will allow us to savour the stunning views of the lake. \nAt the top of the Ghisallo will be a chance to visit the world-famous cycling museum. \nMuro di Sormano and its 2 kilometres at a 15 per cent incline will be a challenge for anyone and a fitting way to complete our adventures. \nTuesday\, September 19\nReturn transfers to Milan Airport (for afternoon departing flights). \nWho would enjoy this trip?\nGiro Dolomiti is a challenging trip with some steep and sustained climbs. \nThe trip format means that riders will have plenty of flexibility on most days to take on a ‘standard’ route or an extra ‘challenge’ route. \nThis flexibility means that stronger riders will have the opportunity to be challenged if they wish. \nIn contrast\, more moderate-level riders will still be able to enjoy riding in this incredible region. \nDistances and amount of climbing will vary daily\, but as a guide\, each day will be between 70 – 130 kilometres with 2000 – 3000 metres of climbing. \nThose riders taking the ‘standard’ route can expect to ride around 600 kilometres in the seven days with about 13000 metres of climbing. \nThose taking on all the ‘challenge’ options will look at about 800 kilometres and 18\,000 metres of climbing. \nThe Lake Como extension to this trip will add two extra days of riding\, totalling approximately 230 kilometres of riding and 2000 metres of climbing. \nContact us to learn more or to book. \nWhat we include\n\nTransfers from Venice Airport (Marco Polo) with the possibility of flying into Milan airport.\n8 (10*) nights twin share accommodation in carefully selected 2-star and 3-star hotels.\n7 (9*) days of supported rides (mechanical assistance\, vehicle support and guidance on all days).\nAll breakfasts and dinners.\nInformal evening lectures from a qualified cycling coach offering training advice in preparation for cycling events.\nEnergy drinks and snacks are available at all times.\n\n(* with the Lake Como extension) \nWhat we don’t include\n\nFlights.\nTravel insurance.\nLunches.\n\nPrice\n£1845 for Giro Dolomiti plus Stelvio. (9-17 September) \n£2095 for Giro Dolomiti plus Stelvio plus Lake Como. (9-19 September) \nVAM rating\nRiders on this trip should be capable of climbing at a rate of around 700 metres/hour on a long climb. \nThe measurement certainly does not mean that riders have to ride at this level for the duration of the trip. \nFind out more about VAM in our Frequently Asked Questions. \nTravel information\nFlights into Venice Marco Polo Airport on Saturday September 9th should ideally land before 1400 to leave the airport at around 1500. \nTransfer time from the airport at the beginning of the tour is around 1 hour and 15 minutes. \nDeparture from Milan Malpensa Airport on Sunday September 17th should ideally depart at 12 midday or later. \nTransfer time at the end of the trip from Bormio to Milan Malpensa is around 3 hours. \nTalk to us before booking flights to ensure they work conveniently with our transfer times. \nContact us to learn more or to book.
URL:https://alpinecadence.com/schedule/cycle-giro-dolomiti-stelvio-lake-como/
LOCATION:Bassano del Grappa:\, Veneto\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Road Cycling Tours
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