EPIC Trans Dolomites
EPIC Trans Dolomites
From the Stelvio to the Zoncolan, an epic ride across the toughest climbs in the Italian Alps & Dolomites
Discover the breathtaking landscapes and majestic mountain passes that have featured in so many epic Giro d’Italia stages. Includes the Stelvio, Mortirolo, Gavia, Zoncolan, Giau, Crostis, Fedaia and many more!
Featured Climbs
Passo Stelvio, Passo Mortirolo, Passo Gavia, Monte Zoncolan
Overview
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Next Departure
June 18th 2023
From
USD $4,495
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Non-Rider Friendly
No
Rental Bike
USD $500
Ride Program
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Overview
Made famous by the Giro d’Italia, the Stelvio, the Gavia, and the Mortirolo are just a few of the legendary climbs you’ll conquer on this ambitious and stunning route across the Italian Alps and Dolomites. You’ll ride the Sella Ronda loop, one of the most famous and impressive bike rides in Europe, and bag a number of other Giro legends including the Passo Giau and Passo Fedaia.
Our newly designed route concludes with the infamous Monte Zoncolan. Starting under a banner that reads “Welcome to the Gates of Hell”, the Zoncolan, along with the Angliru in Spain, is widely considered the most difficult climb of the Grand Tours. Make sure you have your climbing legs as we’ll also be riding the infamous Monte Crostis on the same day!
We’ve designed one of the hardest routes across the Italian Alps and Dolomites, and you’ll thank us for it.
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Itinerary
| Day | Description | Distance | Elevation | Hotel | |
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| 01 | Benvenuti sulle Alpi! | Hotel Baita dei Pini | |||
| 02 | Giro d'Italia legends: Passo Mortirolo and Passo Gavia | Hotel Baita dei Pini | |||
| 03 | The Passo Stelvio x 2! | Four Points Sheraton | |||
| 04 | Into the Dolomites | Sporthotel Europa | |||
| 05 | Passo Fedaia & the Sella Ronda | Sporthotel Europa | |||
| 06 | Over the Passo Giau | Hotel La Perla | |||
| 07 | Porta dell'Inferno: Monte Zoncolan! | Hotel La Perla | |||
| 08 | Arrivederci! | ||||
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Itinerary Detail
Day 1
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Benvenuti sulle Alpi!
Your trip starts at Milan Malpensa Airport where our staff will meet you before the transfer to your hotel in the beautiful Alpine resort of Bormio in the Italian Alps.
After lunch, orientation meeting and bike build-up, you’ll head out for your first ride in the Italian Alps. Our warm-up ride takes you up the spectacular 18 switchback climb to Lago di Cancano.
Day 2
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Giro d'Italia legends: Passo Mortirolo and Passo Gavia
Today’s ride features an iconic Italian loop.
The Mortirolo is considered the “Alpe d’Huez” of the Giro d’Italia- except it’s significantly more challenging than it’s French counterpart! With an average of 10.5% over 11km (7 miles), this is one of the toughest climbs in Europe. After conquering the Mortirolo you’ll head up the valley to Ponte di Legno to the start of the climb to the Passo Gavia, always remembered for Andy Hampsten’s epic ride through a snowstorm to win the 1988 Giro.
Tip: stop at the Café at the summit of the Gavia. If it’s cold, they have the best hot chocolate and hot soup! From the cafe you have a 25 km (15 miles) descent to the hotel.
Day 3
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The Passo Stelvio x 2!
Another classic Italian ride today over both sides of the legendary Passo Stelvio. From Bormio you’ll head up the southern approach to the Passo Stelvio. Turn around at the summit, head down 3km and take the right turn that leads to the Passo Umbrail and the border with Switzerland. The descent takes you through the beautiful Val Mustair before leading back into Italy and Prato allo Stelvio where the northern approach to the Passo Stelvio begins.
Tip: with an average grade of almost 7.5% over 24 km (15 miles), the 2nd ascent of the Stelvio is a major challenge. Make sure you leave something in the legs for this epic climb!
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Map & Profile
| Climb | Distance | Elevation | Av. Grade | Category | |
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Lago di Cancano from Premadio |
7.4% | 2 | ||
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Passo Mortirolo from Mazzo di Valtellina |
10.9% | HC | ||
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Passo Gavia from Ponte di Legno |
8% | HC | ||
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| Climb | Distance | Elevation | Av. Grade | Category | |
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Passo Stelvio from Bormio |
7.3% | HC | ||
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Passo Stelvio from Prato allo Stelvio |
7.4% | HC | ||
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Dates & Prices
| Date | Booking Status | Availability | Price / Per Person | Single Supplement | Non-rider Discount | ||
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| 2023 | |||||||
Jun 18 - 25 |
Taking Bookings |
Places Available |
USD $4,495
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USD $800 |
USD $840 |
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Sep 10 - 17 |
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Places Available |
USD $4,495
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USD $800 |
USD $840 |
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What's Included
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Pick-up/Drop-off Info
Arrival
| Pickup Location | Time |
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Milan Malpensa Airport - Terminal 1 |
8:00am |
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Crowne Plaza Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel |
8:00am |
Departure
| Drop Off Location | Time |
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Venice Marco Polo Airport |
10:00am |
Rental Bikes
Frame
Felt FR Advanced
Groupset
2023 SRAM Force AXS 12-speed
Weight
7.7kg (size 53)
Wheels
Reynolds AR46 DB Custom
Chainrings
48x35
Cassette
10-33
Sizes
47, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61
Price
USD $500
EPIC Trans Dolomites
An EPIC route across the Italian Alps & Dolomites that will test the most hardcore cyclist!
