Tour Type
Giro d'Italia Experience
Riding Level
Leisure
Location
Northern Italy
Duration
6 days | 5 nights | 2 stages
Length
25 - 65 km daily
Climb
Mountain
Ascend immediately into the Aosta Valley, surrounded by the soaring peaks of the Italian Alps. Transition to the beauty of Lake Como and Bellagio, riding the legendary routes of the Giro di Lombardia classics. Follow the professional race into Switzerland for a thrilling border experience before concluding your epic journey in Milan. Throughout the tour, enjoy luxurious 4- and 5-star accommodation in handpicked hotels—offering exceptional comfort, style, and perfect locations. Alpine views and cycling history guaranteed!
We’ve been an Official Tour Operator of the Giro d’Italia since 2016 — and in 2026, we’re proud to return as a Premium Tour Operator.
Grand Tours Project offers this exclusive 6-day cycling experience, concentrating the bucket-list climbs and incomparable scenery into one spectacular tour. This fully supported experience launches from the alpine heights of the Aosta Valley, where you will tackle the official Giro route up Pila. You will then descend to the beauty of Lake Como to conquer the legendary and steep Muro di Sormano and enjoy the glamour of Bellagio. The journey culminates in a definitive challenge: riding the final kilometres of the Swiss Alps ascent to Carì, crossing the Stage 16 Finish, a moment on the Winners’ Podium and securing exclusive VIP Hospitality. This is truly the best of high-mountain Giro action and European lake scenery combined.
Giro d’Italia ‘the toughest race in the world’s most beautiful place’.
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Non-rider option
Upon arrival at Torino Airport, you will be met and transferred directly to your hotel base in the stunning Aosta Valley. This afternoon is dedicated to checking in and preparing your bike for the high mountains. You will enjoy a relaxing Welcome Ride on the local valley roads, followed by the tour briefing and a hearty, alpine-style welcome dinner.
After breakfast, we set off by bike directly from the hotel, heading toward the heart of the race route and the ascent to Pila. At the foot of the climb, you can choose your challenge: a shorter route or a longer route that includes riding the penultimate climb of the day. The ride culminates near the top of Pila, where we will watch the professional peloton race by charging for the Stage 14 finish. Afterwards, we take a transfer back to the hotel.
Following check-out and breakfast, we transfer south, departing early for a two-hour drive to our new hotel base in Como. After a light snack, we leave the hotel on our bikes and head directly to the famous climbing territory above Lake Como. Today’s focus is conquering the legendary and fantastically steep Muro di Sormano. You will experience the steep, narrow grades of this iconic climb before descending back to Como for a well-deserved dinner.
Today is an iconic transition day with two riding distances. We depart the hotel on our bikes and cycle to the Sanctuary of Our Lady Ghisallo, patroness of cyclists. The views are amazing and the cycling museum is worth a visit. Then head down toward the stunning and glamorous village of Bellagio, where we will enjoy a coffee stop. We then board a ferry to Maneggio on the western shore. The ride continues from there, taking us across the border into Switzerland and concluding at our hotel above Lugano, where we will stay for two nights.
Today is the ultimate Giro Experience and the spectacular climax of your mountain adventure! After breakfast, we transfer to the Bellinzona area, positioning ourselves for a finish in Carì. You will ride the official race route, tackling the challenging final kilometres of the ascent, feeling the pure mountain intensity. The reward is immense: crossing the official Stage 16 finish line, enjoying an exclusive moment mounting the Giro Winners’ Podium, and then transitioning directly to the Giro VIP Hospitality area. From this prime, high-altitude vantage point, you will be able to watch the professional race conclude. We return to the hotel in Lugano for a final, celebratory dinner, toasting the success of your alpine adventure.
Enjoy a final Swiss breakfast. Following check-out, our team will assist you in carefully packing your bike for travel. We will then provide a private transfer taking you to Milano Malpensa Airport for your onward journey.
This 6-day escape offers an ultimate concentration of bucket-list rides, conquering the Aosta Valley’s Pila, the legendary Muro di Sormano, and a challenging climb in the Swiss Alps to Carì, all while enjoying the incomparable beauty of Lake Como, Bellagio, and Lugano, Ticino.
The guides will set clear parameters such as road rules, food breaks, and waiting at the top of a pass. Their instructions must be followed at all times.
The safety of everyone is our first priority. You are required to ride safely, respect all road rules, and follow the instructions of our guides and any officials — for your benefit and that of the other riders.
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