Bolzano to Verona
Italy Bike Tours
Cycle Italy along the Adige River!
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- Length5 days
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Overview
This Italy bike tour is the perfect combination of nature and culture! As you pedal from the capital of South Tyrol to the festival city of Verona, you mainly follow a flat route along the Adige River, through bountiful orchards, unique mountain scenery, and on to towns with timeless culture.
Cycle through Bolzano and visit the Ötzi museum where you can see the incredible Iceman, one of the world's oldest mummies. Marvel at the beautiful frescoes of the Trento Cathedral (Duomo di San Vigilio) which was built from the 13th to the 15th-century.
Your tour ends in Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet, and reflect on the most beautiful and tragic love story of the world. This bike tour in Italy is one you should not miss!
Highlights
- Beautiful Lake Garda
- The scenic Dolomites Mountains
- Bike path that follows the Adige River
- Orchards and vineyards
- Churches, art, and architecture
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Bolzano
Day 2: Bolzano - Trento, 40/44 mi. (65/70 km)
Day 3: Trento - Desenzano/Peschiera, 31 mi. (50 km) + ferry
Day 4: Desenzano/Peschiera - Verona, 22/37 mi. (35/60 km)
Day 5: Departure from VeronaDue to organizational reasons, weather conditions, or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during your holiday. For example, along the way, you may find temporary deviations caused by roadworks, which cannot be foreseen.
Day 1: Arrival in Bolzano
Arrival in Bolzano, a famous commercial and tourist center, and also a historical and cultural connection between the Italian and the German world.Day 2: Bolzano - Trento, 40/45 mi. (65/70 km)
Today you will ride mostly along the Adige River, through orchards and vineyards passing through Ora, Egna, and Salorno, the linguistic border between the German and Italian worlds, and finally arriving at Trento. It is possible to shorten the stage by taking the train. It is possible to shorten the stage by taking the train in several train stations along the way.Elevation gain: 30 / 250 m
Day 3: Trento - Desenzano/Peschiera, 31 mi. (50 km) + ferry
Cycling along the Adige, you reach Rovereto, known for its museum of modern and contemporary art. From here, cycle westwards towards Lake Garda. After a short ascent, a refreshing descent will lead you to Torbole and to Riva. The ferry cruise takes you to the southern part of the lake.In case of strike, bad weather conditions, technical breakdowns, safety problems, or any other reason preventing the regular departure of the ferry boat (from Riva del Garda to Peschiera/Desenzano), the ferry boat company can delay, cancel or deviate the navigation without notice. In case of cancellation, the ferry boat service will be replaced by alternative means of transport (usually by bus). The same applies if the ferry boat service is no longer available (for example at the end of the season).
Elevation gain: 140 m
Day 4: Desenzano/Peschiera - Verona, 22/37 mi. (35/60 km)
Today, you head to Verona, cycling along the Adige. Verona is one of the most important and beautiful cities in the Veneto region. Worth visiting are the Roman Arena, the Church of San Zeno, and Juliet’s House.Elevation gain: 140 / 260 m
Day 5: Departure from Verona
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Hotels & Bikes
Accommodations
You will stay in mainly 4-star hotels with some 3-star hotels.
Bicycles
![Unisex or men’s touring bike]()
Unisex or men’s touring bike
A low entry unisex or men's frame, ideal for an upright but relaxed riding position
- Aluminum frame
- Upright handlebar
- Selle Royal saddle
- Water bottle cage
- 27-speed (Shimano Deore)
- Flat pedal
- Mechanical V-brakes
- Rear rack
- Mudguards
- 28-inch wheels
- Schwalbe anti-puncture tires
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Men’s touring bike
An aluminum male frame, ideal for a relaxed riding position
- Aluminum sport frame
- Upright handlebar
- Touring gel saddle
- Water bottle cage
- 7-speed (Shimano Nexus)
- Flat pedal
- Backpedal brake
- Rear rack
- Mudguards
- 28-inch wheels
- Schwalbe anti-puncture tire
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Unisex electric bike
A low entry unisex frame
- Upright handlebar
- 9-speed (Shimano Deore)
- Centrally located Bosch motor Active Line Plus (250Wh, engine torque 50 Nm)
- Bosch battery Power Pack (36V, range approx 90 km average speed on flat terrain)
- Ergonomic grip
- Selle Royal saddle
- Flat pedals
- Mechanical V-brakes
- Rear rack
- Mudguards
- 28-inch wheels
- Schwalbe Marathon Plus anti-puncture tires
![Front bike map holder]()
![Helmet]()
![Ortlieb pannier]()
![Ortlieb pannier]()
![Repair kit]()
![Child bike]()
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![Child trailer]()
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Accessories
Included accessories
- Mudguards
- Trip computer
- Ortlieb pannier (12L) - The innovative QL1fixation system is easy to handle and the bags attach to the rack with one click
- Front bike map holder with removable transparent hood or Kickfix water-resistant removable rigid handlebar bag with waterproof double-sided maps envelope
- Repair kit (one kit for every two bicycles) (1 pump, 1 tube, 2 Allen keys, tyre levers, patches and mastic sealant)
Supplemental accessories
Please see pricing
- Helmet
- Brand: Limar
- Size: one size (55 - 61)
- Adjustable size system and cool pads
- Weight: 260 g
- 10 vents with bug net
- Certified CE (TÜV) and CPSC-USA
- Child bike
- Frames that fit children
- 20/24" wheels
- FollowMe Tandem
- Latch system locking child's bike onto tail of the adult bike
- Ages 4-7
- Child trailer
- Croozer with one seat
- Ages 1-4
- Maximum weight: 35 kg
- Child seat
- Ages 1 to 5
- Maximum weight: 22 kg
- Adult tandem bike
- Front saddle can seat a child 4-15 years old
- Upright handlebars
- Selle Royal saddle
- Water bottle cage
- 11-speed (Shimano Alfine)
- Flat pedals
- Mechanical V-brakes
- Mudguards
- 26-inch wheels
- Schwalbe Marathon Plus anti-puncture tires
- Family tandem bike (1 adult + 1 child 6-8 yrs)
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Accommodations for 4 nights
- Breakfast buffets
- Luggage transfer
- Welcome briefing in English
- 27-gear touring bicycle with accessories
- Bike protection
- Route descriptions and maps
- 4-hour ferry cruise on Lake Garda
- Service hotline
What’s Not Included
- Individual arrival to hotel in Bolzano
- Remaining meals
- Local tourist taxes (approximately €8)
- Train transfers
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates & Pricing
Saturdays & Sundays from March 20 to October 16, 2021
Tuesday & Wednesdays from April 13 to September 22, 2021*Special departure dates can be arranged for groups of 5 people or more
Season 1: March 20 - April 23 & September 25 - October 16, 2021
Season 2: April 24 - May 14 & September 6 - September 24, 2021
Season 3: May 15 - September 5, 2021Season 1 $ 893 £ 482 $ 819 € 560 ₪ 2134 NZ$ 937 kr 5706 $ 663 Season 2 $ 989 £ 534 $ 907 € 620 ₪ 2363 NZ$ 1037 kr 6318 $ 734 Season 3 $ 1053 £ 568 $ 966 € 660 ₪ 2515 NZ$ 1104 kr 6725 $ 781 Single Supplement $ 223 £ 121 $ 205 € 140 ₪ 534 NZ$ 234 kr 1427 $ 166 Saturdays & Sundays from March 16 to October 18, 2022
Tuesday & Wednesdays from April 20 to September 21, 2022*Special departure dates can be arranged for groups of 6 people or more
Season 1: March 16 - April 22 & September 24 - October 8, 2022
Season 2: April 23 - May 20 & September 10 - September 23, 2022
Season 3: May 21 - September 9, 2022Season 1 $ 941 £ 508 $ 863 € 590 ₪ 2249 NZ$ 987 kr 6012 $ 698 Season 2 $ 1037 £ 560 $ 951 € 650 ₪ 2477 NZ$ 1087 kr 6623 $ 769 Season 3 $ 1101 £ 594 $ 1,010 € 690 ₪ 2630 NZ$ 1154 kr 7031 $ 816 Single Supplement $ 255 £ 138 $ 234 € 160 ₪ 610 NZ$ 268 kr 1630 $ 189 Children Seasonal Supplements:
Season 2 Season 3
7-10 years $ 67 £ 36 $ 61 € 42 ₪ 160 NZ$ 70 kr 428 $ 50 $ 112 £ 60 $ 102 € 70 ₪ 267 NZ$ 117 kr 713 $ 83 3-6 years $ 48 £ 26 $ 44 € 30 ₪ 114 NZ$ 50 kr 306 $ 35 $ 80 £ 43 $ 73 € 50 ₪ 191 NZ$ 84 kr 509 $ 59 Extra Options
Electric bike: $ 104 £ 56 $ 95 € 65 ₪ 248 NZ$ 109 kr 662 $ 77
Family and adult tandems: $ 96 £ 52 $ 88 € 60 ₪ 229 NZ$ 100 kr 611 $ 71
Child bike: $ 96 £ 52 $ 88 € 60 ₪ 229 NZ$ 100 kr 611 $ 71
Child trailers: $ 136 £ 73 $ 124 € 85 ₪ 324 NZ$ 142 kr 866 $ 101
Helmet rental: $ 24 £ 13 $ 22 € 15 ₪ 57 NZ$ 25 kr 153 $ 18
Additional free accessories for children on request: Child seat and FollowMe-Tandem (to connect parent’s and child’s bikes)
Extra nights
Verona: $ 108 £ 59 $ 100 € 68 ₪ 259 NZ$ 114 kr 693 $ 80
Single room: $ 142 £ 77 $ 130 € 89 ₪ 339 NZ$ 149 kr 907 $ 105
Bolzano: $ 126 £ 68 $ 116 € 79 ₪ 301 NZ$ 132 kr 805 $ 93
Single room: $ 167 £ 90 $ 154 € 105 ₪ 400 NZ$ 176 kr 1070 $ 124
Discounts
3rd adult in a room: $ 112 £ 60 $ 102 € 70 ₪ 267 NZ$ 117 kr 713 $ 83 The discount for the 3rd/4th child in room will be calculated on the basic price and seasons supplements:
100% 0-2 years (baby cot to be paid on site)
50% 3-6 years
30% 7-10 yearsElectric bike: $ 144 £ 77 $ 132 € 90 ₪ 343 NZ$ 151 kr 917 $ 106
Family and adult tandems: $ 96 £ 52 $ 88 € 60 ₪ 229 NZ$ 100 kr 611 $ 71
Child bike: $ 96 £ 52 $ 88 € 60 ₪ 229 NZ$ 100 kr 611 $ 71
Child trailers: $ 136 £ 73 $ 124 € 85 ₪ 324 NZ$ 142 kr 866 $ 101
Helmet rental: $ 24 £ 13 $ 22 € 15 ₪ 57 NZ$ 25 kr 153 $ 18
Additional free accessories for children on request: Child seat and FollowMe-Tandem (to connect parent’s and child’s bikes)
Extra nights
Verona: $ 118 £ 64 $ 108 € 74 ₪ 282 NZ$ 124 kr 754 $ 88
Single room: $ 160 £ 86 $ 146 € 100 ₪ 381 NZ$ 167 kr 1019 $ 118
Bolzano: $ 126 £ 68 $ 116 € 79 ₪ 301 NZ$ 132 kr 805 $ 93
Single room: $ 209 £ 113 $ 192 € 131 ₪ 499 NZ$ 219 kr 1335 $ 155
Discounts
Third-person in a triple room
11 years and above: $ 112 £ 60 $ 102 € 70 ₪ 267 NZ$ 117 kr 713 $ 83 7-10 years: $ 239 £ 129 $ 219 € 150 ₪ 572 NZ$ 251 kr 1528 $ 177 3-6 years: $ 415 £ 224 $ 380 € 260 ₪ 991 NZ$ 435 kr 2649 $ 308 0-2 years (baby cot to be paid on site): Free of chargePlease Note
- Rates are based on double occupancy
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy–Moderate
This is an easy to moderate self-guided bike tour with average daily distances between 35 and 70 km. The route is mostly flat on bike paths and quiet side roads. There are a few hilly sections on days 2 and 3. This tour is also suitable for children. It is possible to shorten the route by taking a train on days 2 and 3.
Airport Info
Bolzano is well connected with Verona (VRN) Innsbruck (INN), and Venice (VCE) Airports.
Local Travel
Train to Bolzano from Innsbruck Airport (2 hrs); from Verona Airport (1½ hrs); or from Venice Airport (3½ hrs).
Climate
In Italy, there are different types of climate. In Bolzano, the climate is semi-continental, and around Lake Garda, a sub-Mediterranean climate. One thing that each area has in common is hot summers. Rain can be expected throughout the year, so it is advised you pack rain gear. Please check local conditions before your arrival. Below you will find monthly weather averages for the region.
Day of Rest
There is the possibility to shorten the itinerary by taking the train on days 2 and 3.
Remarks
Electric bicycles available for this tour.
Important to know
Entry requirements
Due to the changing requirements for entry, it is imperative that you stay up to date on requirements set by the country/countries that you are visiting. Please visit our Travel Restrictions Tool page and the country/countries government webpage for this information.
DOCUMENTS
Before you travel, please check your country's passport and visa requirements and the passport and visa requirements of the country/countries you plan to visit. For US citizens, the US Department of State website is a good source of information. The Country Information tab in the International Travel section provides details about passport validity, blank passport pages required, etc. For our other international clients, please be sure that you research your own country's travel requirements. It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure proper documentation.
*Important note: Beginning July 1, 2021, additional documentation from the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visa.
Extra Stay
Extra nights possible in Verona and Bolzano.
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Girolibero.
We value the strong relationship we have with our local partners and the services we provide.
We are not a broker.
We do not inflate tour prices.
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Photos
![Group shot at Lake Garda in Italy. ©Photo via TO]()
![Delicious Italian wines to try. ©Photo via TO]()
![Cycling the Bolzano to Verona Italy Bike Tour. ©Photo via TO]()
![Summertime in Verona, Veneto, Italy. CC:Flickr:David Schiersner]()
![Windsurfing on Lake Garda, Italy. Flickr:Andrea Santoni]()
![Adige River through Verona, Veneto, Italy. Flickr:Pedro]()
![View of Lake Garda in Italy. ©Photo via TO]()
![<i>Portoni della Bra</i> in Verona, Italy. Flickr:Didier desCouens]()
![Beautiful views of Lake Garda, Italy. Flickr:amira_a]()
![Ponte Pietra in beautiful Verona, Italy. CC:Fabio Becchelli]()
![Ruins to see en route Bolzano to Verona Bike Tour. ©Photo via TO]()
![Facades of Peschiera del Garda, Italy. Flickr:Dan Kamminga]()
![Lake Garda resort Riva del garda in Trentino Alto Adige, Italy. CC:High Contrast]()
![Architectural wonders of Mantova, Lombardy, Italy. Flickr:Pedro]()
![Overlooking Trentino Alto Adige region from Riva del Garda, Italy. Flickr:herbaloid]()
![Lakeside resort Riva del Garda, Italy. Flickr:Alex]()
![Bike rest in Trento, Italy. Flickr:Mauro Sartori]()
![Bike rest at Lake Garda, Italy. ©Photo via TO]()
![Great town en route the Bolzano to Verona Italy Bike Tour. ©Photo via TO]()
![Lakeside town on Lake Garda, Italy. ©Photo via TO]()
![Great churches to see on the Bolzano to Verona Bike Tour. ©Photo via TO]()
![Lake Garda in Italy. ©Photo via TO]()
![Biking the Bolzano to Verona Bike Tour in Italy. ©Photo via TO]()
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![Flags of Italy and Trentino in Riva del Garda, Italy. Flickr:Son of Groucho]()
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