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Highlights

This tour allows you to explore the famous ceramics town of Faenza, medieval villages such as Brisighella and Dozza and the planned renaissance village of Terra del Sole, built by the Medici family to protect the northern flank of Tuscany in 1564. Start in Ravenna once the capital of the Western Roman Empire and cycle through Romagna region all the way to Bologna, the culinary capital of Italy. Easy, flat rides and more serious hill rides make for a cycling paradise through the heartland of homemade pasta, so don't wait until you arrive to Bologna to delight your culinary taste buds with freshly made "tagliatelle", "lasagna", "ravioli" and more, all washed down with local Sangiovese wine.

To see

Embark on an Italian journey exploring cultural treasures like Dante's Tomb in Ravenna and UNESCO World Heritage mosaics at San Vitale, Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, and the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia. Continue through picturesque locales such as Brisighella, Riolo Terme, Castel Bolognese, ESTE, and Padova, culminating in the vibrant city of Bologna, promising a rich tapestry of history and beauty.

Gastronomy

Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto of Parma, Balsamique of Modène, Tortellini, Mortadella

Wine

Lambrusco, Sangiovese, Albana, Trebbiano

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PROGRAM

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Arrival in Ravenna


Arrive in Ravenna today, once the capital of the Western Roman Empire. Your centrally located hotel allows you to walk to Dante's Tomb and the UNESCO World Heritage mosaics of San Vitale, Sant'Apollinare Nuovo and the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia this afternoon. Don't miss these early Byzantine churches with their colorful mosaics that draw travelers from around the world.

Note: The airport closest to the tour start is Bologna’s Marconi Airport.Take a shuttle bus to Bologna train station, then a train to Ravenna. Private transfer is available contact us ( with supplement).


Accommodation : Hotel Palazzo Bezzi**** - Ravenna show
Included : phone not provided,mobile guidance application,roadbook,travelbook,Orientation with a local guide,luggage transfer,bedroom and breakfast the next morning

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From Ravenna to Faenza


Meet our staff in the early morning to fit bikes and get ready for your tour ahead. Exiting Ravenna you have the choice to visit another very important Byzantine masterpiece: Sant'Apollinare in Classe. Cross the plains through fruit orchards and arrive at Faenza. Your hotel is a restored convent near the central square of this regional market center and famous ceramics town. Enjoy the bustle in the market square and the main "piazza" which is always full of bicycle riders of all ages. Faenza is world-renowned for its hand-decorated ceramics; we recommend a visit to the International Ceramics Museum as well as several of the local artists' studios specialized in this colorful pottery.

Distance : 52km (32mi).

Elevation : 167m.


Accommodation : Hotel Vittoria**** - Faenza show
Included : luggage transfer,bedroom and breakfast the next morning

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From Faenza LOOP to Castrocaro Terme e Terra del Sole


A lovely, gentle loop ride out and back to Faenza. After exiting Faenza, you will pedal past farms and fruit orchards, mostly on quiet backroads, with the nearby Apennines in view. Cycle through Terra del Sole and its impressive fortress - once an outpost of the Medici Family when Tuscany bordered with Romagna in late Medieval times - to Castrocaro Terme, a picturesque medieval city on the lower hills below the Apennines. We recommend a visit of the castle at Castrocaro if open! On your return ride to Faenza, you may choose to pick up supplies for an outdoors picnic in any of the countless farms along the way!

Distance : 58km (36mi)

Elevation : 280m


Accommodation : Hotel Vittoria**** - Faenza show
Included : bedroom and breakfast the next morning

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From Faenza to Riolo Terme via Brisighella


Enjoy a quiet ride through vineyards and kiwi orchards on your way to the enchanting medieval town of Brisighella. You should certainly plan to explore the historic town center and to see the unique Via degli Asini, one of the best preserved medieval artisan streets anywhere in Italy. The homemade pasta in Brisighella is worth a lunch stop (and the gelato is not bad, either)! Your ride continues through lovely scenery on to Riolo Terme, a picturesque town on the Romagna hills, with its medieval castle and moat still intact.

Distance : 26km (16mi) or 61km (38mi)

Elevation : 355m or 931m


Accommodation : Grand Hotel Riolo Terme - Riolo Terme RA show
Included : luggage transfer,bedroom and breakfast the next morning

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From Riolo Terme to Imola via Dozza


Your ride today takes you through more vineyards and rich orchards to the Medieval hill town of Dozza, famous for its wall murals. The castle in Dozza houses the Emilia-Romagna Regional Enoteca or wine museum. Regional specialties include the red Sangiovese (father grape of Chianti) which is gaining more and more worldwide recognition as an important wine in and of itself, the light and fizzy Lambrusco from the hills of Modena and Bologna (excellent accompaniment to the regional cold cuts like prosciutto and salame), or the sweet Albana di Romagna. Tonight's destination is Imola, famous for its Formula 1 racetrack. Originally built as a Roman town along the Via Emilia, the historical center is definitely worth exploring this evening.

Daily distance: 51 km (32 miles)

Elevation gain: + 520 m (1706 ft)


Accommodation : B&B Callegherie 21 Boutique - Imola show
Included : luggage transfer,bedroom and breakfast the next morning

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From Imola to Bologna


We'll leave Imola to ride to Bologna today, Emilia Romagna's administrative capital, and, arguably, its culinary capital too. Home to the oldest continually operating university in the world, Bologna has a long tradition of studies, arts, and gastronomy. Speaking of gastronomy, Bologna gave birth to the mortadella, vulgarly distorted abroad as "bologna," although the fresh, artisanal mortadella has nothing to do with processed ham! Make sure you put this culinary delight on your 'must try' list!

Daily distance: 67 km (42 miles)

Elevation gain: 330 m (1082 ft)


Accommodation : Hotel Touring**** - Bologna show
Included : luggage transfer,bedroom and breakfast the next morning

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Departure from Bologna


Your bicycle ride in Emilia Romagna ends this morning in Bologna. If you have the time you might consider an extra night or two in Bologna to enjoy the rich cultural history here. Alternatively, train connections are convenient to Rome, Venice or Milan. Thanks for joining us and buon viaggio!


Included :

CUSTOMIZED
TOUR

This is a catalog tour, it can be modified as you wish : add extra nights, extra activities (wine tastings, visits, transfers...).

ARRIVALS & DEPARTURES

Arrival in Ravenna
You can take a taxi from the airport of Ravenna

Departure from Bologna
You can take a taxi to Bolgna airport

BIKES


included

Hybrid Bike - Premium

More info

Bike rental description

The perfect combination of light and comfortable for long rides or the cyclists who wants performance but sitting in more of an upright position. Mixte/Step Through Frame also available. Van Nicholas Amazon 3AL/2,5V titanium hybrid/mixte frame and VN Slx carbon fork. All bikes come with cyclometer, bell, lock, pump, water bottle cage/s, a water bottle, an under-seat pack that contains a spare tube, tire irons and patch kit. Rear rack and rear light.

Included with your bike rental :

• Cyclometer

• Pump

• Lock

• under-seat pack thate contains a spare tube

• tire irons and patch kit

  • Frame :Van Nicholas Amazon 3AL /2,5V Titanium hybrid frame, available alsoas hybrid mixte or stepthrough frame /Van Nicholas Slx carbon fork
  • Shifters/Front derailleur/Crankset : Shimano SLX 3x10 shifters, front derailleur and crankset (24,32,42 teeth or 26, 36,46 teeth)
  • Rear derailleur/ Cassette : Shimano SLX long cage rear derailleur with 11-34 cassette

Note: "Please notice that every bike change during the trip may cause an extra cost."


optional

Electric Assisted Bike - Standard

More info

Bike rental description

Winora Sinus i10 2020 (or equivalent)

Our fleet of bikes is made up of Winora Sinus i10 2020 model e-bikes. These bikes feature state of the art technology and are a fantastic option for bicycle travelers who need a little push. Although you still have to pedal the E-bike drive provides a nice boost for your efforts. For example when your pedal stroke increases to get up a hill so does the amount of power the electric motor outputs. Less effort on your part translates to less power assist. These bikes come with rapid-fire shifters that operate in the same way as a regular hybrid bike

Included with your bike rental :

  • Cyclometer,

  • Bell,

  • Lock,

  • Pump,

  • Water bottle cage/s,

  • Water bottle,

  • An under-seat pack that contains a spare tube,

  • Tire irons and patch kit.

  • Rear rack and rear light.

  • Frame Aluminum frame and front suspension fork

  • Gearing rapid fire Shimano Deore with 10 speed drivetrain

  • Tires e-bike specific Schwalbe Delta Cruiser Plus, 47-622 Bosch Performance Line, 250W, 65Nm, 25km/h Bosch PowerTube 500Wh

Note: "Please notice that every bike change during the trip may cause an extra cost."


optional

Road Bike - Premium

More info

Bike rental description

Premium Road Bike

Van Nicholas Yukon 3AL/2,5V or Nevi titanium road frame and carbon fork – a great light bike for touring or riding classic alpine climbs of Europe. All bikes come with cyclometer, bell, lock, pump, 2 water bottle cages, a water bottle, an under-seat pack that contains a spare tube, tire irons and patch kit. Rear rack and rear light (can be removed on request).

Included with your bike rental :

  • Pump

  • rear rack

  • lock and under-seat pack (containing a spare tube, tire irons and patch kit)

  • Water bottles

  • helmets

  • Rear rack packs

  • Frame: Titanium with carbon fork

  • Gearing: Sram Rival 1x11: 11-42 cassette and a 40 teeth chainring or Shimano 105 2x11: 11-32 cassette and a 34-50 crankset

  • Tires: 700x25

Note: Please note that any bike change during the trip may cause an extra cost.

Details

Included


ACCOMODATIONS

- 6 nights in 3-4 star hotels

MEALS

- All breakfasts

BIKES

- Hybrid bicycle rental

GEAR

- Complimentary Discover France Gear (including water bottle, drawstring bag)
- Guidance Application (phone not provided)
- Dinner suggestions

SUPPORT

- Detailed routes description
- Map
- Concierge service available to assist you for your requests during your trip (taxi transfer, restaurant, activities...)

TRANSFER

- Bike delivery and collection
- Luggage transfer

Not included


  • Airfare and local transfers to and from the trip
  • Lodging before and after the trip
  • Drinks with dinners
  • Some meals are not included in each destination, which gives you the opportunity to explore regional cuisine on your own
  • You will find all information needed with our team support in your Roadbook
  • Wine tastings, entrance fees, tips
  • City tax
  • Anything not mentioned above, under "Rate includes"
  • Multirisk travel insurance

Other questions?

See our FAQs page for answers to common questions.

FAQ

Rates

Tour rates vary based on hotel availability and specific start date

PRICE FROM / PER PERSON
STANDARD HOTEL ACCOMODATION
Double occupancy *
1321 €
Single supplement **
245 €
Solo traveler ***
1951 €

* Please contact us for triple hotel rates. ** Traveling with a group. *** Traveling alone.

Upgrade your bike

From / Per person

Electric Assisted Bike - Standard
203€
Road Bike - Premium
134€

CANCELLATION INSURANCE

Cancellation insurance 6%

STANDARD HOTEL ACCOMODATION FROM

Hotel Palazzo Bezzi**** - Ravenna

The 4-star Palazzo Bezzi Hotel is just 500 meters from the center of Ravenna. It offers a sun terrace, a wellness wellness center and free access to the gym. Its modern accommodations include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning air conditioning and large-screen LED TVs. Rooms and suites are equipped with a minibar and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. hairdryer. Each room is decorated in white or pastel tones, while some offer views over the city's rooftops. A sweet and savory buffet is served daily in the breakfast room or in the comfort of your accommodation. You can relax in the spa, with its Turkish bath, sauna and sensory shower, or enjoy the Punta Marina beach, 10 km away.
https://palazzobezzi.it/

Hotel Vittoria**** - Faenza

Occupying a 19th-century building with a magnificent Art Nouveau-style lobby, Hotel Vittoria is located in Faenza's historic center. All rooms are decorated differently and feature free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TV with Sky channels. The Vittoria is just a 1-minute walk from Piazza del Popolo and 300 meters from the train station. The International Ceramics Museum is a 2-minute walk away, and the hotel houses a permanent ceramics exhibition. All rooms are en suite, with modern or period decor. Two of the junior suites are dedicated to the poets Gabriele D'Annunzio and Giosue Carducci, 2 illustrious past guests.
http://www.hotel-vittoria.com/

Hotel Vittoria**** - Faenza

Occupying a 19th-century building with a magnificent Art Nouveau-style lobby, Hotel Vittoria is located in Faenza's historic center. All rooms are decorated differently and feature free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TV with Sky channels. The Vittoria is just a 1-minute walk from Piazza del Popolo and 300 meters from the train station. The International Ceramics Museum is a 2-minute walk away, and the hotel houses a permanent ceramics exhibition. All rooms are en suite, with modern or period decor. Two of the junior suites are dedicated to the poets Gabriele D'Annunzio and Giosue Carducci, 2 illustrious past guests.
http://www.hotel-vittoria.com/

Grand Hotel Riolo Terme - Riolo Terme RA


https://www.grandhoteltermeriolo.it/en/

B&B Callegherie 21 Boutique - Imola

Located in the historic center of Imola, Callegherie 21 Boutique B&B is housed in a completely renovated 18th-century building. The suites are very spacious and equipped with free Wi-Fi. Private parking is at your disposal. Each suite has an LCD satellite TV, a laptop safe and a Nespresso coffee machine. The large bathroom includes a bathrobe and slippers. The food experience becomes unique. We offer our Italian breakfast served in the suite as a little complimentary luxury. Every day at breakfast you can taste local specialties, sweet and savory, cold cuts and typical cheeses, such as Culatello and Mortadella.
https://www.callegherie21.com/

Hotel Touring**** - Bologna

Dear travellers, we welcome you to Bologna. Hotel Touring Bologna perfect for a weekend of culture, ideal for a romantic trip! The hotel stands out for the warm and family relationship established with its guests and for the most beautiful panoramic terrace in Bologna, with relaxation area and Jacuzzi.
http://www.hoteltouring.it/