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Italy

A Cycling Journey: Northern Italy From the Alps to Verona

Program No. 20865RJ
Unravel the enchanting story of Northern Italy as you cycle from the Alps to Verona, learning about Roman monuments, traditional vineyards, ancient villages and authentic cuisine.

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Program
At a Glance
Duration
12 days
Program Begins
Silandro
Program Concludes
Verona
Group Type
Small Group
Meals
20 ( 10B, 1L, 9D )
Activity Level
Pedal along the Adige River Valley in the shadow of the Alps and the Dolomites. Follow former railway tracks to an awesome mountain descent to the deep blue Lago di Garda, Italy's largest lake. Accompanied by experts and other cyclists, ride to ancient Roman outposts, sprawling vineyards and great monuments of both German- and Italian-speaking worlds, stopping for local insights and perspectives on each treasure you encounter.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Bicycle on dedicated paths along the Adige River while immersing yourself in South Tyrol and Trentino.
  • Gain insights into the discovery of Ötzi, the 5,300-year-old-ice mummy found in a local glacier, during a visit to the South Tyrol Archaeology Museum.
  • Learn how wine is produced in Peschiera del Garda.
General Notes
European traditional hybrid bikes or E-bikes (extra cost) are included and sized according to your height.
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Luciano Rech
Luciano Rech was born in the city of Fano, located in Le Marche, during World War II. After the war, he and his family moved north to Bolzano in the South Tyrol province of north Italy where Luciano has made his home ever since. Luciano worked for TrenItalia for a number of years before joining with the city of Bolzano as an educator. He speaks Italian, German, and English.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
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Stefan Renzler
Stefan Renzler is an accredited travel leader in the Bolzano and South Tyrol regions of Italy. Since 1996, he has been organizing summer wilderness trips via boat and on foot in areas such as the Yukon Territory, Arctic regions of Canada’s Northwest Territories and Alaska as well as the hot desert states in the Southwestern United States. His biggest passions are hiking and mountain biking in the South Tyrolean Mountains. He speaks fluent German, Italian, English, and Spanish.
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Frans Witkamp
Frans Witkamp, born in Holland, studied cultural anthropology in Amsterdam and enjoys sharing his knowledge of European history, economics, and culture. He has been working in hospitality his entire career. In the winter, he runs a skiing school, and in the summer he leads cycling trips all over Europe. An experienced group leader, Frans is looking forward to showing you the beautiful roads, rivers, and valleys of your European adventure.
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Mijntje Janssen Steenberg
Mijntje Steenberg, known to visitors as Marianne, has been with Boat Bike Tours for over a decade, bringing her passion for history and art to life. With a background in art management, art history, and languages, she specializes in fin-de-siècle Art Nouveau and archaeology. As a passionate bike guide, she also organizes unique expeditions to explore the first civilizations of Europe, sharing her expertise and enthusiasm with travelers.
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Cristina Taioli
Cristina Taioli is a group leader from Emilia-Romagna, Italy. With deep local knowledge and a love for sharing Italy's culture, Cristina helps visitors connect with the authentic Italian way of life. A native speaker, she also offers insights into Italian habits and history. Cristina holds a master’s in natural science from the University of Bologna and has written a children’s book on the Amazon rainforest, Río. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, diving, and biking through Italy, all while spending time with her family.
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Anne Diepenbrock
Anne Diepenbrock is an experienced group leader with over 10 years of expertise in yoga, tai chi, and promoting a healthy, sustainable lifestyle. She integrates her knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine, medicinal plants, and wellness practices into her tours. Originally from the Netherlands, Anne has spent significant time in Italy; she also has experience living and working in Switzerland and Spain. With a background in applied psychology, fine arts, and Eastern philosophies, Anne also authored '21 Days of Plant-Based Nutrition with Ayurveda and TCM.'
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Bert Houtenbos
Bert Houtenbos is a seasoned outdoor professional, organizing and leading a variety of adventures in Italy for over two decades. His expertise has led him to work with Road Scholar for three years and Boat Bike Tours for nearly a decade. With Boat Bike Tours, Bert trains and coaches new group leaders. During the winter months, he focuses on helping people get fit and healthy, using his personal trainer certification from Overload Worldwide and his mountain biking instructor certification from A.M.I. Bike (Association Mountainbike Italy).
Activity Level
Outdoor: Spirited
Intermediate to experienced cyclists. Cycling up to 18-40 miles (5 hours) daily on primarily flat terrain with occasional undulations and frequent stops. Walking one mile on uneven terrain, standing for up to two hours and climbing stairs.
Small Group (13 to 24)
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
Suggested Reading List
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Sustainable Travel

We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.






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