Switzerland
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Signature Cycles — Switzerland

Join Signature Cycles on a very unique trip across the Swiss Alps and Lake Como, with exclusive factory visits to cycling dream brands ASSOS and PASSONI.

Overview

Details

Next Departure

No Upcoming Departures

Duration

8 days / 7 nights

Non-Rider Friendly

Yes

Rental Bike

USD $500

Ride Program

Total Distance

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Overview

Thinking of Swiss Alps not many can think how close they are to Italian gem locations like Lake Como, yes they are! And this trip will take you deep into both…deep into its surroundings and why around them top cycling industry has historically evolved. We will spend 5 days riding in the Alps followed by 2 journeys along the shores and surrounding hills of Lake Como.

 

Big mountains, Alpine valleys and beautiful hills turn into the amazing playground chosen for this adventure. The trip will gradually increase its legendary climbs approach, having the Queen Stage on Day 4. Here you will be officially certified as a true climber.

 

But this road cycling trip is more than just the rides…in its program it includes very exclusive visits to the headquarters of such global icon brands as Assos and Passoni; only Signature Cycles could open you the doors to such top companies. High and majestic, technology and tradition…all these words go hand in hand in this trip…and these words will find its true meaning in this trip…join Signature Cycles for such an exclusive access to the mountains and the brands you always dreamed of.

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Itinerary

Day Description Distance Elevation Hotel
01 Welcome to Switzerland Hotel Kurhaus-Cademario
02 Lugano hills ride Hotel Kurhaus-Cademario
03 Big Mountain intro Hotel la Palma au Lac – Locarno- Muralto
04 Most Iconic Swiss Alps ride Hotel la Palma au Lac – Locarno- Muralto
05 Alpine spin Hotel Bodenhaus – Splügen
06 Down into Italy Hotel Promessi Sposi
07 Madonna de Ghisallo loop Hotel Promessi Sposi
08 Arrivederci!
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Itinerary Detail

Day 1

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Welcome to Switzerland

Welcome to Switzerland! This initial ride will start rolling gently down towards Lugano and its lake. Nice secondary roads will be today’s main thing, while riding through some little villages. Once we reach the Lugano lake we will start our climb back, it is a perfect test for our legs and bikes. Remember this is just the warm up ride …the first spin of this stunning trip, but we want both, legs and bikes, to be ready for the days to come.

Day 2

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Lugano hills ride

This ride may turn into one of the hidden gems of the trip. It doesn’t include any big mountain pass…but it’s concept crossing into Italy and back, the beauty of its forestry roads and its section riding along the lake…will make you love this one. The fact it doesn’t have any big mountain doesn’t mean it doesn’t have any climb…it really does…at least we count two serious ones; and once we finish this ride … the day is not over yet…we will be transferred down to Lugano to have an exclusive lunch and factory visit to the World’s most technical cycling clothing company, ASSOS. A true dreamhouse for any cyclist.

Day 3

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Big Mountain intro

And finally here they come…big climbs…Day 3 will deliver a true stunning mountain, Alpe di Neggia on the East Side of Lago Maggiore is one of the top favourite Swiss climbs with our staff. It is a precious, remote forestry road…its specs can match any of the top names…it’s a priceless peaceful and challenging mountain. Take it easy on the descent as we drop back to Lago Maggiore and its stunning coastal towns where the group will have its well earned hotel for the following two nights.

Map & Profile

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toggle arrow Belvedere Monte La Nave
from Crenenga
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toggle arrow Alpe di Neggia
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Climbs

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Day 07

Climbs

Category Climb Day Difficulty Length Ele. Gain Av. Grade
2 Belvedere Monte La Nave ( from Crenenga) 01 50 5%
HC Alpe di Neggia (from Maccagno con Pino e Veddasca) 03 78 5%
HC St Gotthardpass (from Airolo) 04 96 7.2%
HC Furkapass (from Hospental) 04 76 5.5%
HC Nufenenpass (from Ulrichen) 04 124 8.1%
HC Passo di San Bernardino (from Roveredo) 05 128 5%
2 Passo Ghisallo (from Bellagio) 07 54 5.9%
1 Colma di Sormano (from Bivio Asso) 07 56 6%
2 Muro di Sormano (from Sormano) 07 93 14.1%
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Dates & Prices

Date Booking Status Availability Price / Per Person Single Supplement Non-rider Discount
2023
Sep 10 - Sep 17
Closed
Places Available
USD $7,995
USD $1,295
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    Trip Hotels

    Hotel Kurhaus-Cademario

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    Hotel la Palma au Lac – Locarno- Muralto

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    Hotel Bodenhaus – Splügen

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    Hotel Promessi Sposi

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    What's Included

    What's Included What's Not Included
      Accommodations & Meals arrow
    • 8 days / 7 nights fully accompanied trip
    • All accommodations
    • All breakfasts
    • All dinners
    • Sit-down lunch on the 1st day
    • Picnic lunches during the rides
    • Transportation arrow
    • Pick up and drop off at Milan Malpensa Airport
    • All transportation during the trip
    • All luggage & bike box transfers
    • Cycling Support arrow
    • 1 x Support Van & 1 x Ride Leader per 8 guests (approx.)
    • Experienced bike mechanic
    • Park Tools Toolkit
    • Daily ride gpx files provided
    • Nutrition during the ride arrow
    • Energy bars, gels and sports drink
    • Variety of snacks and local specialties for picnic lunches
    • Bottled water
    • Post-ride recovery food
    • Airfare
    • Travel and personal insurance
    • Additional hotel expenses i.e. phone charges, mini-bar, gratuities
    • Staff gratuities
    What's Included
      Accommodations & Meals arrow
    • 8 days / 7 nights fully accompanied trip
    • All accommodations
    • All breakfasts
    • All dinners
    • Sit-down lunch on the 1st day
    • Picnic lunches during the rides
    • Transportation arrow
    • Pick up and drop off at Milan Malpensa Airport
    • All transportation during the trip
    • All luggage & bike box transfers
    • Cycling Support arrow
    • 1 x Support Van & 1 x Ride Leader per 8 guests (approx.)
    • Experienced bike mechanic
    • Park Tools Toolkit
    • Daily ride gpx files provided
    • Nutrition during the ride arrow
    • Energy bars, gels and sports drink
    • Variety of snacks and local specialties for picnic lunches
    • Bottled water
    • Post-ride recovery food
    What's Not Included
    • Airfare
    • Travel and personal insurance
    • Additional hotel expenses i.e. phone charges, mini-bar, gratuities
    • Staff gratuities

    Travel details - airport departures

    Pick-up/Drop-off Info

    Arrival

    Pickup Location Time

    Milan Malpensa Airport

    9:00am

    OR

    Crowne Plaza Milan Malpensa Airport Hotel

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    9:00am

    Departure

    Drop Off Location Time

    Milan Malpensa Airport

    9:00am


    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

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    Signature Cycles — Switzerland

    Join Signature Cycles on a very unique trip across the Swiss Alps and Lake Como