Elegant Piemonte cycling

It is hard to imagine a place more perfect to ride your bike and explore undiscovered Italy.

Piemonte is famous for elegant, nineteenth-century cafes and restaurants where the conversation flows freely, accompanied by delicious, locally-produced coffee, cocktails, chocolate, truffles, and wines – including world-famous crus like Barolo, Barbaresco, Asti and Roero. In the magical hills south of the capital, Turin, the wine-making tradition goes all the way back to the ancient Etruscans. The landscapes are perfect for cycling, and the vineyards, as well as the perfect backdrop, provide ideal fuel stops. Nowhere is so much pleasure to be gained from replacing the calories you burn in the saddle!

  • START LINE: Monforte d'Alba
  • FINISH LINE: Monforte d'Alba
  • TOTAL DISTANCE: 217km
  • TOTAL ASCENT: 3,880m
Truffle Hunting
Natural Spa Swimming
Wine Tasting & Vineyard Tour
Guided Rides
Transfers
Non-rider welcome
  • Activity level:         LEVEL 3 – Medio
    40 – 80 KM PER DAY - Cycling is part of my life and I am passionate about cycling. - I own more than one bike and can change an inner tube. - The satisfaction of reaching the top of a hard climb is a real motivation for me. - I tried to do a wheelie once with some success.
  • Duration: 6 days | 5 nights
  • Dates 2024: May 12-17 | Jun 02-07 | Jun 16-21 | Jul 14-19 | Jul 21-26 | Sep 01-06 | Sep 15-20 | Sep 22-27 | Sep 29-Oct 04 | Oct 06-11 | Oct 13-18
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  • Price from: €3399
  • Single supplement €699
  • Room upgrade available: Yes
  • What's included?
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The Perfect Cycling Holiday

Is this what I’m looking for?  

  • Are you in search of a holiday that allows you to discover roads less ridden
  • Would you like to learn about the process of making the world class red wines that are synonamous with Piemonte.
  • Do you want a cycling holiday that combines interesting riding and also a relaxed off road program
  • Do you love stopping for coffee and cake inspectacular places
  • I want to discover local cuisne and learn about local traditions

Magical & Unforgettable

What to look forward to?

  • Superb and varied daily rides that allow you to experince the essence of Piemonte on two wheels.
  • An afternoon of truffle hunting with Marco and his trusted dog (Elsie).
  • Sample some of the best wines Piemonte has to offer in a wine tasting afternoon.
  • Relax and unwind in one of Italy's best five star hotels.
  • Enjoy a fresh coffee in the center of Alba and watch the world pass you by.

Stages of your Tour

  1. Leg-loosener ride

    15km, 260m

    After our airport rendezvous, we head to our home for the week, the magnificent Tenuta Bussia hotel and vineyard between Barolo and Monforte d’Alba, two villages tiny in size but giant in wine-making history and reputation. After familiarising ourselves with the beautiful rooms and facilities, and possibly making plans involving the pool, sauna and hot tub, we will meet for formal introductions, then our guides will set up the bikes for our first, short ride to loosen the legs and get our first taste of the region, metaphorically and literally!

  2. Novello – La Morra - Barolo

    50km, 920m elevation.

    A day to test your climbing legs or switch your E-bike setting to turbo! Our tough circuit visits four of the eleven villages in the Barolo wine production area: Monforte d’Alba, a member of the association of Italy’s most beautiful villages; Novello, with views of the snow-capped Alps; and the astonishing medieval village of La Morra, sometimes called ‘the balcony on the Langhe hills,’; and then the exhilarating descent back in Barolo for lunch before we head out on foot to sample truffle hunting with an expert and his dog.

  3. Roero Rolling ride

    55km, 900m elevation.

    We drive 20 km north of Barolo to Guarene, recognised as one of Italy’s most gorgeous villages, then mount our bikes for another rolling ride. After yesterday’s rich Barolo reds, we have come to in Roero, known for its refreshing whites. The vines around us on today’s hillsides produce a grape called ‘arneis’, meaning ‘little rascal,’ because it is so difficult to grow. The road takes us from one medieval jewel to the next: towering Castellinaldo d'Alba, low-lying Canale and Montà, then, after another climb, Montaldo Roero and Baldissero d’Alba.

  4. Alba -MONFOR TE d’Alba

    47km, 800m elevation.

    We ride down to the town of Alba, famous for its wine and its annual truffle fair, then make for two magnificent fourteenth-century castles. The first, at Grinzane Cavour, was once owned by Cavour, Italy’s first Prime Minister. After coffee in the courtyard, we climb up to Serralunga d’Alba to the second, then stop for lunch in Monforte d’Alba. After the ride to our hotel, we have a wine tasting in the Tenuta Bussia cellar. Then, how about a swim before dinner in Monforte d’Alba’s sumptuous Le Case della Saracca Restaurant?

  5. Barbaresco  - Neive

    50km, 1000m elevation

    Another rolling itinerary between hilltop towns, starting with a short drive to beautiful Barbaresco, whose farmers sent grapes to Barolo for years before the penny finally dropped and they started making their own! We exit the Barbaresco wine-making area briefly into Castiglione Tinella and Mango, where they grow the Moscato grapes from which Asti Spumante is made. Any excuse! Our ride culminates in unforgettably evocative Neive, built around yet another castle, one of eight (we already know Barolo, Grinzane Cavour and Serralunga d'Alba) in the Castelli DOC circuit.

  6. Arrividerci & goodbyes

    no ride today

    The day of reckoning has come. Our brief immersion in the winelands of southern Piemonte is over, and comparing the columns of calories consumed and calories burned can no longer be avoided! But final the balance has to include the friendships made, the moments of magic enjoyed, the volume of the laughter over dinner and the sheer beauty of the landscapes, which will surely stay in your eyes and ears for a long time to come. Then, when the reckoning’s done, it’s time to select your next Italy Bike Tours holiday!

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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 a mail 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 3V - the perfect road bike to hire on our more challenging cycling holidays. Lightweight, aerodynamic and above and great handling.

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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))

3T Primo - in our opinion 3T make the world’s finest gravel bikes. The Primo offers clients the very best in handling and comfort. If you love riding gravel you will love the 3T Primo.

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3T PRIMO GRAVEL

COMPONENTS:

  • SRAM Rival Mechanical 1 x 11 Speed Drivetrain (42T Chainset and 11-42T Cassette)
  • Fulcrum Rapid Red 900 Wheelset
  • Pirelli Cinturato 35mm Gravel Tyres
  • SRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc Brakes (160mm rotors)
  • WTB SL8 saddle
  • (Sizes: S, M, L, XL)

Guerciotti Brera Touring ION - the ideal bike for guest looking for a little assistance when riding. The flat handle bars perfect for clients looking for maximum comfort.

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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)

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’.

What’s included?

  • 5-nights 4* accommodation
  • All breakfasts and 4 dinners
  • Airport transfers
  • Truffle hunting
  • Vineyard tour and wine tasting
  • Natural spring swimming at Acqui Terme
  • Fully qualified and experienced guide for the entire trip
  • Fully qualified driver and mechanic for the entire trip

What’s not included?

  • Travel Insurance
  • Flights
  • Lunches
  • All beverages at meal time
 
 

The nuts and Bolts

Useful information about your holiday

Still Undecided?

Here is what our clients say about this tour………

I am just back from an incredible 10 days of riding The Best of Alps and Dolomites tour. I can’t thank Italy Bike Tours enough. These guys day in day out went the extra mile for me and fellow guests. I have made friends I will keep for a lifetime on this trip. The Stelvio was on my bucket list for many years. It didn’t disappoint. I have been with several other operators but never returned. I will be returning to Italy Bike Tours as soon as I can. Thank you Alberto and the team!

Reggie | Best of Alps & Dolomites

Where to meet?

Please arrange to meet us at Turin or Milan Malpensa Airport around 1200. 24 hours before meeting we will contact you via WhatsApp to confirm the name of staff meeting you. Alternative transfers can be arranged but will incur a cost.

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 Turin or Milan Malpensa airport leaving in the late morning.

Transfer Time

Please consider eating lunch before we collect you from Malpensa or Turin. The transfer time from Malpensa to Tenuta Bussia is around 2hrs and from Turin it’s around 1:15hrs. We will stop for a fresh coffee along the way.

Riding in Piemonte

The general road conditions in Piemonte are very good. One must consider that the roads are shared with car owners and bikers.

Cuisine

The food is excellent in Piemonte. Restaurants now cater for both vegan and vegetarians. Home made local wines and beer a must to try.

Hotel Facilities

The hotel on this tour has a spa and we recommend bringing swimming costumes. The hotels also has a laundry service, good wifi and bar service. Hotels may charge extra for the use of these facilities.
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

Piemonte has fairly settled weather and our highly experienced guides will ensure that your enjoyment and safety is their paramount concern and may adjust rides accordingly.

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. You can also find a contact form at the bottom of this page.

 

Hotels

Tenuta Bussia - Wine Relais & Spa

 
 
 

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 also by clicking the button at bottom right of page.

Drop us a direct email to info@italybiketours.com