Wellness on two wheels
Recharge your batteries with an expertly-curated wellness and cycling holiday in the foot of the Italian Alps. Go off grid but stay in touch.
Nothing quite recharges the batteries like our expertly curated wellness and cycling holidays. This trip provides you with stunning retreats to unwind and turn off from everyday life. Enjoy an oriental massage, fall in love with the luxurious spa in the famed San Pellegrino and go for an inspiring yoga session. Wellness combined with relaxed cycling through quiet countryside, set against the glistening waters of Lake Iseo this is food for the body and mind! The perfect holiday for people with hectic lives who need to press the pause button. Has your life become so busy that you have stopped living? Our Wellness on Two Wheels is popular with couples and groups of friends who wish to enjoy a weekend of unadulterated bliss in the beautiful surroundings of Italy.
Boat Trip
Lake Swimming
Mountain Yoga
Paddle Boarding
Relaxed Riding
Spa
Sunset Strolls
Wine Tasting
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Activity level:
Level 2 Gentilissimo– .
- I ride my bike most weeks back home. - I enjoy chatting and stoping to take in the view when riding. - The best part of my ride is the coffee stop. - I can’t do a wheelie yet. - Duration: 6 days | 5 nights
- Dates 2025: 21 - 26 April | 05 - 10 May | 17 - 22 May | 02 - 07 June | 16 – 21 June | 30 June – 05 July | 07 - 12 July | 14 -19 July | 21 - 26 July | 04 - 09 Aug | 18 -23 Aug | 01 - 07 Sep | 15 - 20 Sep | 22 - 27 Sep | 06 - 11 Oct | 13 - 18 Oct
- Can't see the perfect one? Request dates here.
- Price from: €3750
- Single supplement €750
- Room upgrade available: Yes
- What's included?
The Perfect Cycling Holiday
Is this what I’m looking for?
- Are you in search of less-visited cycling destinations, driven by a desire for unique and authentic experiences?
- Is a beautiful off-bike program as important to you as riding your bike?
- Do you enjoying riding at a pace that allows you to soak in the essence of Italy?
- Is the 'coffee stop' one of the highlights of your ride?!
- Are you looking for a holiday when you can be active to 'earn' your post-meal ice cream?
- This is a holiday that we all deserve! It's time to live, laugh and fall in love with Italy.
Magical & Unforgettable
What to look forward to…….
- Yoga with a view. The perfect Alpine experince.
- Relax and unwind in one of Italy's best spas.
- Sample a thousand bubbles in a glass of Franciacorta at Boccodoro vineyard.
- Enjoy world-class paddleboarding on Lake Iseo.
- Stroll around the enchanting Citta Alta-Bergamo's ancient city centre.
- Breathe in the fresh Alpine air as your take a boat trip to Monte Isola.
Stages of your Tour
BERGAMO Città Alta
leg loosener 34km, 430m
You will met by one of our friendly staff who will assist you with your luggage before transferring you to our wellness hotel just outside Bergamo. For those hiring bikes, we will be available to do a bike fit and make any adjustments needed. Fitting pedals, lights, saddles etc is our work and not yours! We will explore stunning UNESCO site Città Alta and show you some real hidden gems before we take you to dinner in our favourite local trattoria.
Hotel Piajo | NembroSAN PELLEGRINO tERME
39kM, 450m Elevation
Take in the wildly beautiful Brembana Valley, on two wheels. The cycle path was built on the disused railway track in 1906 that connected Bergamo to San Pellegrino. Experience riding through some old railway tunnels that add a special touch to this fabulous ride through nature and culture. In San Pellegrino you can enjoy a typical Italian aperitivo style lunch, followed by a visit to San Pellegrino Terme for a unique spa experience. As you enter San Pellegrino you will understand why this charming town was THE venue for the European aristocracy in the 19th century. Enjoy all this spa has to offer in both a fabulous Art Nouveau and modern setting. Dinner is in San Pellegrino before a transfer back to the hotel.
Hotel Piajo | NembrovAL Seriana cycle path
57km | 630m elevation
It’s time to say goodbye to hotel Piajo and head for our next destination: Hotel La Pieve in Pisogne, overlooking the stunning Lago d’Iseo. The lovely cycle path follows the river Serio north-bound to Clusone, which has some fascinating historical sites to discover. We complete today’s ride, now rolling towards Lovere, an enchanting medieval town on the lake shore, perfect for an ice cream stop. A short distance to our hotel, where you can enjoy the delights of the hotel pool. This evening we will transfer you to Boccadoro vineyard for a tour and tasting session as the sun falls over the stunning vistas. Tonight is your chance to choose your dinner destination. We will happily recommend some restaurants in walking distance from the hotel. After dinner you can enjoy a lakeside stroll with the best ice-cream in the world!
Hotel La Pieve | PisogneVal CAmonica cycle path
45km, 270m elevation
Today we ride north in the direction of Switzerland! The gentle and flat cycle path of Val Camonica is loved by guests who wish to pedal adjacent the River Oglio. On arrival at Boario Terme we will stop for coffee and a bite to eat in the shadows of the alps. In the late afternoon our yoga expert Harminder will welcome you for an extraordinary yoga session in a splendid garden on the mountain. This evening we will enjoy a magnificent dinner after taking a boat trip to MonteIsola - Island in the centre of Lake Iseo.
Hotel La Pieve | PisogneGIRO Lago ISEO LOOP
62 km, 540m mostly flat
This is one of our favourites, you will love the amazing and easy ride around Lago d’Iseo, a mix of great views, enchanting villages, and more! You will soon understand why Lake Iseo is the best-kept secret in Northern Italy. The lively town square of Iseo, Sarnico with its splendid Art Déco villas to the prettiest village of Riva di Solto, show us what different scenery the lake has to offer. No lack of great places to take pictures- what amazing views! Visit the amazing bay of Bogn di Zorzino before heading to paddleboarding. The last 15km back to the hotel is on the beautiful lakeside road with overhanging cliffs. Tonight we will enjoy a sumptuous dinner among friends to say goodbye and reminisce over our wonderful holiday together.
Hotel La Pieve | PisogneArrivederci & GOODBYES
nO RIDE TODAY
Sadly, all good things must come to an end, and we will be delighted to assist you with your onward travel, or should you wish, we would be happy to arrange more days of beautiful cycling in Italy.
BIKE HIRE
The perfect cycling holiday requires pedalling on the perfect bike. So should you not wish to bring your own bike with you we have a number of beautiful bikes that you can hire at very reasonable prices. If you are not sure what is the perfect bike for you then fire as an email and we will be delighted give you some expert advice. You can find more information about our bikes below. And yes, you can buy our bikes if you fall in love with them!
Colnago V3 - the perfect road bike to hire on our more challenging cycling holidays. As you’d expect it’s lightweight, aerodynamic and with great handling.
Colnago G4-X - one of the finest gravel bikes in the world from one of the most famous and respected brands in the world. A dream to ride on the gravel and the road!
Guerciotti Brera Touring ION - the ideal bike for guests looking for a little assistance when riding. The flat handle bars are perfect for clients looking for maximum comfort.
Guerciotti Navir ION - loved by clients that enjoy the challenge of riding some of our more challenging tours. Assistant road bikes are a real ‘game changer’.
COLNAGO V3
COMPONENTS:
- Shimano 105 12 Speed Di2 Drivetrain (50/34 Chainset and 11-34 Cassette)
- Fulcrum Racing 600 Wheelset
- Pirelli P7 Sport 28mm Tyres
- Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc Brakes (160mm rotors)
- Selle Italia Novus Boost Evo Flow saddle
- (Sizes: XXS(42S), XS(45S), S(48S), M(50S), L(52S), XL(54S), XXL(56S), XXXL(58S))
COLNAGO G4-X
COMPONENTS:
- Shimano GRX 822 1x - 42T 1x Chainset, 12 Speed 10-51T Cassette
- Fulcrum Rapid Red 900 Wheelset
- Shimano GRX Hydraulic Disc Brakes (160mm rotors)
- Prologo Kappa BK saddle
- Sizes: 46s - 58s
GUERCIOTTI BRERA TOURING ION
COMPONENTS:
- SRAM NX Mechanical 1 x 11 Speed Drivetrain (40T Chainset and 11-42T Cassette) URSUS Orion Disc Wheelset
- Challenge Gravel Grinder 42mm Tyres
- SRAM Guide Rival Hydraulic Levers and SRAM Rival Caliper Disc Brakes (160mm rotors)
- Electric Polini E-P3 250 watt motor, with 70 N/m maximum torque
- 500 wh battery with 220 km range in assist mode
- DPV Touring saddle
- (Sizes: S, M)
What’s included?
- 6-nights' 4* accommodation
- All breakfasts
- Transfers (from specified airport/train location)
- 5 dinners
- Guided rides
- Experienced team of local professionals
- Support van
- Bike washing service
- Entry to San Pellegrino Terme Spa
- Paddleboarding
- Mountain yoga
- Wine tour & tasting
- IBT cycling jersey
- IBT water bottle
- City taxes
What’s not included?
- Travel insurance (must be purchased before the tour)
- Flights
- Bike hire
- All beverages at mealtimes (water and coffee are complimentary during meals that are included in the package)
- Lunches
- Tips and gratutities
The nuts and Bolts
Useful information about your holiday
Still Undecided?
Here is what our clients say about this tour………
I had a wonderful time with Italy Bike Tour - The team that took care of us Roberto, Marco, Lucy were all fantastic!! They are attentive, caring and kind. They are also pretty flexible catering to things we like and the unpredictable mountain weather! Highly recommend their tours and you will fall in love with biking in Italy!
aishah | Wellness on two wheels may 2024
| Where to meet |
Please arrange to meet us at Bergamo train station at 14:00 - Day 1. The Tour Manager will contact you via WhatsApp in the days leading up to the start of your tour to confirm your transfer and the name of the staff member collecting you. Alternative transfers can be arranged but may incur an additonal cost. |
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| Drop off location |
Following the conclusion of the tour we will assist you with planning and booking of onward travel. We will run one transfer to Milan airports leaving in the late morning. |
| Transfer time |
Please consider eating lunch before we collect you from Bergamo train station. The transfer time from Bergamo Station to the Hotel Piajo is 25mins. Transfer time from Lake Iseo to Milan is 90 minutes. |
| Riding in Lombardia |
The general road conditions in Lombardia are good. During rides we may go through tunnels, they are well lit but for safety we will provide you with lights. Much of the riding will be enjoyed on cycle paths. |
| Cuisine |
The food is excellent in Lombardia. Restaurants now cater for both vegan and vegetarians. Homemade local wines and beer a must to try. Lake Iseo is rightly fammous for its lake fish (in particular sardines) and Bergamo for polenta and casoncelli pasta. |
| Hotel facilities |
The hotels on this tour have spas and we recommend bringing swimming costumes. The hotels also have laundry service, good wifi and bar service. Hotels may charge extra for the use of these facilties. |
| Private tours & groups |
We welcome the opportunity to discuss with you a private tour, should you be in a group of more than six people. The private tour allows you to choose dates and personalise the itinerary according to your requirements. |
| Weather |
Our highly experienced local guides check the weather on a daily basis and amend rides accordingly - should there be a need. The average summer temperature in and around the lakes can range from 20°C-30°C (68°F-86°F). |
| What happens next? |
Are you thinking about joining us? You probably have some questions! There are a number of ways to contact us, email is best, we will reply within 24 hours. Please check your SPAM / JUNK folder should you not have received an email in this time. You can also find a contact form at the bottom of this page. |
Hotels
HOTEL PIAJO
HOTEL LA PIEVE
Get In Touch
If you would prefer to give us a call and talk cycling and Italy please WhatsApp us on the number below and we will arrange a call back.
ITA: +39 320 638 4713
Or you can chat to us online by clicking the button at bottom right of the page.
Drop us a direct email to: info@italybiketours.com
