Dolomites, Lakes and Alps

Italy

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Dolomites, Lakes and Alps

Italy

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Follow in James Bond’s footsteps and ride the finest roads in six countries.
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The Italian Dolomites with their imposing granite peaks and mountain passes make for some incredible riding, couple this with the B500 in Germany, 5 of the best biking roads in Switzerland and a balmy stay at Lake Garda you’ve got the recipe for a great tour!
  • Guided Tour
  • 13 Day Tour
  • 1970 miles
  • Folkestone, UK
  • HIRE BIKE AVAILABLE
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12/07/27 – 24/07/27
26/07/27 – 07/08/27
24/07/28 – 05/08/28

Our tour starts with a night in Folkestone, on the south coast of the UK, so you're ready to take the Eurotunnel to Calais the next morning. From here we head to our stop in the stunning French city of Reims before venturing through eastern France and into Germany via the beautiful Vosges mountains. The afternoon’s ride brings us into the Black Forest region and to our hotel in Baden Baden to rest up before taking on one of the most iconic biking roads in Germany.

The B500 is one of the oldest and most well-known roads not only in Germany but across Europe, with bikers from every corner coming year on year to ride the famous twisties it has to offer. We ride this infamous road before venturing down through Bavaria and to our next stop on the border with Austria. The following morning we cross a breathtaking road between Austria and Italy- the Timmelsjoch pass, with huge open vistas and hairpins aplenty it’s sure to blow you away!

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Is there a country more synonymous with speed and glamour than Italy? This tour has it all, with mountain passes from James Bond and incredible stays on the Italian lakes.

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Amazing Alps

After a peaceful night in a small alpine resort we carry on riding through snow capped mountains and twisting our way past the picturesque Lake Idro to make our way down to the largest lake in Italy, Lake Garda, and to our hotel on the shore where we can enjoy a well deserved day off.

Our day off in Lake Garda comes with options in and out of the saddle, there are planned rideouts for those still raring to go (including one tracing the steps of several James Bond car chases) or you can also spend the day island hopping on the boats around Lake Garda itself or take to the skies over the lake in the cable car where the views are truly spectacular.

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The iconic Stelvio Pass

We then say goodbye to the tranquillity of the Lake and head towards the world famous Stelvio pass, soaring to a height of 9045ft above sea level this dramatic mountain pass was voted as the best driving road in 2008 by Top Gear and still remains a biking bucket list for many. After the excitement of the Stelvio we head down into Switzerland to bed down before getting ready to ride the 5 greatest mountain passes the Swiss have to offer the next day!

Get in touch with your inner James Bond not once but twice as we ride the Susten, Grimsel and Furka pass, immortalised by the car chase in Goldfinger, then tackle the 37 cobbled hairpins on the St Gotthard pass and reach dizzy heights on the Nufenen before relaxing at the hotel in the high Alps. From here we cross back into France riding sections of the Tour de France route, visit the memorial in Verdun and overnight in the Vosges mountains before your final night and a farewell meal in Calais, ready to cross the Channel home the next day.

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Tour highlights

The B500 in the German Black Forest: A road that needs no introduction, consistently featured in the top ten biking roads in the world the B500’s twists and turns promise an exhilarating ride.

Timmelsjoch pass: One of the highest mountain passes in the Alps linking Austria and Italy the Timmelsjoch offers some magnificent views and boasts plenty of hairpins.

Lake Garda: This crystal clear lake in Northern Italy is breathtakingly beautiful. You can take a cable-car up Monte Baldo to see the lush green, rolling Italian countryside or laze by the lake in glorious Italian sunshine.
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The world famous Stelvio pass: At 9045ft above sea level the Stelvio allows for some breathtaking views as well as some tantalising hairpins.

Route des Crêtes in the Vosges Mountains: Running along the border of the Alsace and Lorraine regions of France, it's a true jewel in the mountains, with twisties and curves to get your blood pumping.

Château-Fort de Bouillon overlooking the town and river of Semois: This beautiful town in the centre of Ardennes boasts the Chateau-Fort de Bouillon and is a perfect spot for the final night of our journey.

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Day 1 Arrival Day

Meet your guide and fellow tourmates in Folkestone for your welcome meal, ready to cross the Channel early the next day. If you're renting a bike, you'll collect it from near London and ride with the guide together to Folkestone on this day.

Day 2 191 Miles

We ride straight off the tunnel to Reims for our first overnight stop.

Day 3 239 Miles

We have lunch in eastern France and then ride into Germany via the beautiful sweeping curves of the Vosges mountains towards our overnight stop at Baden-Baden.

Day 4 221 Miles

We ride the infamous B500 with its smooth tarmac and flowing curves towards Bavaria and our hotel on the Austrian border.

Day 5 188 Miles

We cross through the breath-taking Timmelsjoch pass into Italy and stay in a small alpine resort.

Day 6 100 Miles

We ride the high alps past Lake Idro before tackling some nice twisties down to our hotel on the shores of Lake Garda.

Day 7 Explore Day

A free day by the shores of Lake Garda.

Day 8 225 Miles

We leave the tranquillity of the Lake behind and head to the world famous Stelvio Pass and down into Switzerland to our next hotel stop.

Day 9 125 Miles

Today we ride 5 of the greatest mountain passes in Switzerland.

Day 10 170 Miles

We ride into the Vosges region of France via the acclaimed riding roads of the Route des Crêtes to our overnight stop.

Day 11 205 Miles

Ride along the Route D’Epinal via The Douaumont ossuary WW1 war memorial at Verdun and then onto to our last overnight stop along the river Semois past the majestic Château-Fort de Bouillon.

Day 12 200 Miles

Hearty breakfast, a visit to a disused GP track outside of Reims and then onwards to Calais for your farewell meal and last hotel of the tour.

Day 13 Departure Day

Cross back over into the UK via the Eurotunnel then ride on home full of new and exciting memories! If you're renting a bike, you'll return it to near London on this day before making your onward journey.

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What's included
If you select motorcycle rental, insurance and breakdown cover is included.
12 nights’ accommodation in high-quality hotels.
Eurotunnel return trip Folkestone-Calais (if Folkestone isn’t convenient for you other crossing options are available, see common questions below).
Ice-breaking welcome meal and final farewell feast as well as excellent breakfasts each morning in the hotels.
Full use of all hotels’ leisure facilities.
Detailed route plans and maps.
GPS routes (Garmin / Tom Tom).
Detailed daily itinerary including sights and suggested coffee / lunch stops.
Fully guided and supported by an experienced tour guide throughout.
What's not
Fuel.
Toll charges.
Occasional hotel parking charges.
Meals and drinks other than specified above.
Travel/Breakdown insurance.

Full Pricing

Bike Option Single Rider Price
(Total for 1 rider, 1 bike)		 Rider & Passenger
(Total for 2 riders, 1 bike)		 Two Bikes, Shared Room
(Total for 2 riders, 2 bikes)
Own Bike £6295 £8990 £11390
HD Ultra Limited £10195 £12890 £19190
HD Street Glide £10195 £12890 £19190
/BMW K1600 GTL £9415 £12110 £17630
BMW R1250GS £8895 £11590 £16590
BMW R1250RT £8895 £11590 £16590

Rental prices calculated based on 13 rental days (minimum required for this tour). All prices are total.
For this table, the "Two Bikes, Shared Room" prices assume rental of two of the same model, which isn't required and in some cases may not be possible.
All bikes come with luggage included. Top boxes and GPS can be rented, subject to availability, for an additional charge.

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Common questions about this trip

Can I get a different crossing on this trip?

Of course, many of our clients cross by ferry from further north. If you would like to do this and meet the group at the hotel on the first night just let us know in the comments section of your booking form and we will deduct the cost of the Eurotunnel crossing from your booking.

What will the weather be like on this tour?

The weather can of course be changeable but it will be nice and warm generally once down into Italy with chances of rain potentially at higher altitudes in the Dolomites and Swiss Tyrol. Full kit and packing lists are supplied and we are happy to offer advice on packing for any of the trips.

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