Road Cycling Tour Bormio Stelvio

The mighty Italian Alps in Italy are perfectly for cycling

Grade

Challenging

When

Jun - Sep

Accommodation

3* Star Hotels

Carbon road bike

On Request

Breakfast

Included

Italy

Bormio

From: €1,399

Description

Road Cycling Tour Bormio Stelvio

Cycling tours Bormio Stevio. From May until October
Start every Sunday – 5-Star Hotel Grand Hotel Bagni Nuovi – half board.

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Road cycling tours Italian Alps Bormio Stelvio

This is the ultimate cycling adventure from Bergamo to Bormio, diving headfirst into the wild beauty of the Alps! Over four unforgettable stages, you’ll tackle three legendary climbs etched into Giro d’Italia history: the iconic Passo Stelvio, the breathtaking Passo Gavia, and the infamous Mortirolo, a true test of grit and determination. With towering ascents, unrivaled ambition, and the thrill of conquering cycling’s most epic challenges, this journey promises not only to push your limits but to reward you with spectacular scenery and memories that will last a lifetime.

Ride Highlights: Passo del Mortirolo

This brutal Mortirolo is conquered from Mazzo: the climb made famous by Pantani, the last Italian hero, who attacked and broke away for the first time on the hairpins of this mountain. It was the 1994 Giro d’Italia and The Italian audience didn’t know either Pantani or Mortirolo. Since that day Pantani and that climb broke into the Italian cycling imaginary: everybody wanted to be Marco and everybody wanted to climb that road.

THIS TOUR IS AVAILABLE AS A GUIDED GROUP TOUR ON SELECTED DATES. it’s also available as PRIVATE, SELF-GUIDED AND SUPPORTED ON ANY DATE DURING THE CYCLING SEASON.

Day 1
Sunday Arrival
Arrival at Milan airport (MXP) or Milan Bergamo, transfer to accommodation and bike-fitting
Day 2
Bergamo to Morbegno - 94km
First day of the journey is almost a 100km ride, with a 2200 in elevation, taking the route to the highest point, nearly reaching the 2000 meters of the historic Passo San Marco. This ascent is one of the many hidden gems of this trip. This pass is a lesser-known gem, but it offers spectacular panoramic views. Perfect for diving into the heart of the challenge. The road follows an historic trade route dug the Republic of Venice in ancient times, connecting to Switzerland and bypassing the territory of the Kingdom of Milan. You will discover a remote, desolate, and wild mountain, surprisingly impressive given its proximity to urban environments.
Day 3
Morbegno to Edolo - 105km
Good-bye to Morbegno and ride north-east towards the Alps. First part of the stage it’s on a very nice cycle lane which follows the Adda river. We are in Valtellina. The cycle lane along the Adda river goes on for 40 km up to Mazzo in Valtellina, that is exactly where the world famous killer climb named Mortitolo: 12 km at over 10% on a narrow and twisty road. We take the Mortirolo from Mazzo: the classical climb made famous by Pantani during the 1994 Giro d'Italia. The Italian audience didn't know either Pantani or Mortirolo. Since that day Pantani and that climb broke into the Italian cycling imaginary: everybody wanted to be Marco and everybody wanted to climb that road. At the top of the pass, climbing is not over as instead of going down to the other side the route keeps on rolling to Trivigno, which is another unknown side of Mortirolo and finally down to Edolo for the last 20 km downhill.
Day 4
Edolo to Bormio - 77km
Nestled amidst the majestic mountains of northern Italy lies the picturesque village of Edolo, a tranquil haven just a stone's throw away from renowned ski resorts like Aprica and Ponte di Legno. Day 3 includes the magnificent Passo Gavia. A legendary climb, often linked to epic weather conditions. It’s more than just an ascent—it’s a journey through pristine, untouched landscapes. Gavia entered cycling legend during the 1988 Giro d’Italia, in what is often referred to as one of the most grueling stages in the race's history. Battling freezing temperatures and a snowstorm, riders braved near-impossible conditions to finish the stage, with American cyclist Andy Hampsten seizing the pink jersey after an unforgettable ride.This mountain symbolizes the grit and determination of the Giro, a stage where physical strength meets mental fortitude. To conquer the Gavia is to step into the annals of cycling history.
Day 5
Bormio to Bormio - 101km
On the last Day icing on the cake: the Stelvio twice. The Double Stelvio is a cycling adventure of epic proportions, scaling one of the sport’s most iconic mountains twice in a single ride. Starting from Bormio, the climb to the Umbrail Pass takes you through a breathtaking ascent of switchbacks and alpine panoramas before descending into Switzerland's peaceful Val Müstair. From Santa Maria, the challenge intensifies with the legendary eastern ascent from Prato allo Stelvio: 25 kilometers of relentless climbing through 48 hairpin bends to the summit at 2,757 meters. The Stelvio has been the stage for some of the greatest moments in Giro d’Italia history, from Coppi’s dominance to Pantani’s attacks. Tackling it twice in one day isn’t just a ride—it’s a tribute to the grit, glory, and grandeur of cycling’s most storied climbs  
Day 6
Departure day
Last Breakfast with a view to the marvellous sight in front of us Bergamo Alta, the old town, As evening descends, the cobbled streets of Città Alta come alive with the bustle of tourists and locals seeking the conviviality of bars and restaurants. Drop of the bikes and farewell to next time.

Arrival details 

  • Airport City: Milano Mxp / Milan Bergamo → Pick-up Bergamo 12.00

Departure details

  • Airport City: Milano Mxp / Milan Bergamo → Drop-off Bergamo 19.00

 




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