20 October 2024
VENETO REGION & VENETOGO SOCIAL RIDE
Bassano del Grappa – Monte Grappa
SEE TWO PRO RACES, ONE ROAD, ONE GRAVEL
Ex-Pro Filippo Pozzato created the “Ride the Dreamland” project to expand cycling in the stunning Veneto region north of Venice. The “Serenissima” brings pros to fight it out on hilly gravel climbs, and the “Veneto Classic” has become a key end of season road showdown. See both, and cheer in the winner from the VIP party at the finish line.
EXPLORE THE DREAMLAND
Climb through the forest on massive Mt. Grappa, featuring an 8% grade for 19k. Other rides follow the rivers that tumble out of the mountains, take you to the castle at Cittadella, or bring you to the historic Bassano bridge.
RIDE THE VENETOGO SOCIAL FONDO
With the background of the Dolomites, the route for the Venetogo social fondo is beautiful and challenging, including sections faced by the pros. Choose the distance that’s right for you, and enjoy the socializing and good food at the rest breaks.
EXPLORE HISTORIC BASSANO
Stand on the 13th century Ponte Vecchio bridge over the Fiume Brenta and ponder the bullet holes in the nearby buildings. The strategic location is an important part of centuries of Italian history, from the power of the doges to world wars. Today, grappa bars and shops featuring beautiful Italian design offer the opportunity to enjoy this beautiful city.
YOUR ANDIAMO PACKAGE INCLUDES
CYCLING SERVICES
- Local Italian guides
- Daily guided rides with 2 levels of difficulty
- Van support with professional mechanic
- Daily laundry service for your bike clothing
GRANFONDO VIP RACE NUMBERS
- VIP ENTRY AT THE FRONT OF THE PELOTON
PINARELLO BIKE RENTAL
Pinarello Dogma F, Pinarello Dogma X, rental included
CYCLING GEAR
- Full kit Andiamo: cycling bibs, jersey, socks, rain jacket, and arm warmers by Castelli
- 2 water bottles
- Rear lights, computer mount, optional Shimano or Look pedals rental
- Kask Protone Helmet rental (available extra cost)
ACCOMMODATIONS
- 3 nights in Peschiera del Garda (Lake Garda)
- 4 nights in Bassano del Grappa
- Optional extra nights at Garda Bike Hotel in Peschiera del Garda (Lake Garda area) before or after.
DINING
- Breakfast
- Cycling food (sandwiches, beverages and energy supplies during rides)
- Lunch in hotel or in typical restaurants during the rides
- Multi-course Dinners at restaurants specializing in local cuisine
PROGRAM FOR NON CYCLISTS
- Non cyclists always enjoy breakfast, dinner and after ride special activities with partner
- Regional highlights suggested
TRANSFERS
- Private Transfer from Verona airport to Peschiera del Garda
- Collective Transfer Lake Garda – Bassano del Grappa
- Collective Transfer from Bassano del Grappa – Lake Garda or Verona airport or Peschiera del Garda.
At extra cost we can arrange private transfer to Milano – Venice – Bergamo airports
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
PRIVATE TRANSFER TO MILANO – VENICE AIRPORTS
We can arrange private transfer to all the major airports of northern Italy (Milano – Venice – Bergamo)
SINGLE ROOM
If you would prefer to stay in a single room, please let us know
MASSAGE
Massage Area with masseur and physiotherapist available with prior arrangement.
EXTRA BENEFITS MAKE THIS TOUR OUTSTANDING
DAILY PROGRAM
DAY 1 – Arrival day
Arrive and check-in at Garda Bike Hotel in Peschiera del Garda.
Welcome drinks while our staff sets up your bike for your first ride. Dinner and overnight
This trip begins with arrival at our home at Enjoy Garda Hotel/Garda Bike Hotel in centrally located Peschiera del Garda, where we can fit you to the perfect bike from our fleet. Meet other trip participants while settling into our time zone. Participants often add even more days at Garda Bike Hotel before or after the Andiamo experience so they can enjoy Lake Garda rides too.
DAY 2 – Monte Baldo
Epic ride: Monte Baldo. This is the highest peak around Lake Garda. We will take you to the plateau of Lessini, over 10,000 hectares (25,000 acres) containing a surprising variety of natural species as well as historical and archaeological sites of inestimable value, at an an altitude of 1000m. In the evening you will attend a special tasting in the winery
127km lenght – 2100mt elevation
DAY 3 – Lake Garda ride
Our first ride will be on the Lake. An easy ride with a short climb with a nice overview on the Lake.
75km lenght – 1000m elevation
DAY 4 – Monte Grappa
Today we’ll leave from Peschiera del Garda, and we’ll start this beautiful experience with a bang, climbing the legendary Monte Grappa, famous for its role in the clash between Italian and Austrian soldiers during World War I. It is also included in the 2024 edition of the Giro d’Italia. It sits 1775 meters high, and though there are several ways up Monte Grappa, the road from Semonzo is 19.1 km in length, with and average gradient of 8.1%. Our reward at the top is lunch at the mountain refuge at the top, then the downhill return to our hotel, and dinner in a local restaurant.
DAY 5 – Serenissima ride
Today we will have the opportunity to watch the professional gravel race, the Serenissima. We will start our ride from the hotel and ride to Cittadella, a medieval walled city. The wall surrounds the city and is filled with turrets, towers, and gates. In fact, you can even walk along the wall for the incredible views. We will have lunch in Cittadella, and then we’ll get the chance to watch the pros. Dinner will be at our hotel in the evening.
DAY 6 – Granfondo Venetogo
Today, get ready for the main event! We will ride the Gran Fondo VENEtoGO, a social ride along the hills around Bassano, organized by the former pro cyclist, Filippo Pozzato. The ride is about 100 km, and a shorter route is also available. This area of the Veneto is unique, and you will admire the beautiful landscapes, especially the terraced hillsides filled with the grapes that are used to make Prosecco. And you will enjoy the refreshment stops, with tasty and fun selections, not your usual bananas! The day offers a blend of cycling, sightseeing, delicious food, and socializing with the pro cyclists at the event, making for a perfect day on the bike. In the evening we will have fun sharing stories of the day, over a delicious dinner in the area.
DAY 7 – Granfondo Venetoclassic
Today the Veneto Classic is held, an international and unique bike race that brings the leading names in the cycling scene to our area. The ride ends in the center of Bassano. Today we start our ride right after breakfast, and we do a gentle climb to the hilltop village of Asolo, home of the poet Robert Browning. We will stop in Asolo for a coffee and take in the ambiance of this quaint town. We will return to the hotel to drop off our bikes and a quick shower. Then we will head to Bassano where we will have lunch in the VIP area of the Veneto Classic and watch the race. In the evening we will have dinner in Bassano.
DAY 8 – Deaparture
After breakfast, transfer from to Peschiera del Garda: time to say goodbye to your new cycling friends or to continue your cycling holiday at Garda Bike Hotel! For those who are going to stay at the hotel after the Treviso weekend, we’ll have an easy recovery ride along the lake with a boat experience!
RECOMMENDED CYCLING LEVEL
We welcome guests of any cycling ability, and do our best to accommodate them in all the Andiamo tours.
In our experience, we think you will enjoy this specific tour if you are a cyclist with good bike handling skills, ability to accomplish multiple climbs of moderate grade (6-7%), the fitness to be on the bicycle for 4-5 hours a day, and the ability to ride safely with other cyclists in a line.
The Granfondo also includes some steeper climbs and gravel sections on the longer route, so experience with these conditions is suggested.
HOTEL OPTIONS
PECHIERA DEL GARDA
Enjoy Garda Hotel ****
MAROSTICA
Hotel La Rosina ****
PINARELLO BIKES
INCLUDED
DOGMA
F DISK
The best of the best; a top-level bike, the same used by the pro team Ineos / Granadier.
- Size available: from 43 to 58
- Group set: Shimano DURA-ACE R9270 Di2 – 12 speed electronic, hydraulic disc brakes, Chainrings DURA ACE 34 / 50, Cassette 11 / 34
- Tires: Pirelli 30 mm
The DOGMA is a high-performance race bike with aggressive geometry. This bike is recommended for high level athletes who regularly ride high performance race bikes and are accustomed to the leaned over and low position, as well as the snappy handling, of this race bike.
DOGMA
X DISK
Top of the line road bike, with a frame designed for the endurance.
- Size available: from 43 to 60
- Group set: Shimano DURA-ACE R9270 Di2 – 12 speed electronic, hydraulic disc brakes, Chainrings DURA ACE 34 / 50, Cassette 11 / 34
- Tires: Pirelli P27 – 32mm
The new Pinarello Dogma X is a top of the line Pinarello road bike, with a frame designed for endurance and therefore more comfortable than the Dogma F, but still designed to be a high performing bike.