Accommodation

We spend six nights in different three- and four-star hotels and one night in a traditional agriturismo – a beautifully converted farmhouse in Cilento National Park. The hotels have been chosen for their warm hospitality and their typical Italian character. Some have a swimming pool or beach nearby, which will be greatly appreciated in summer. Most of the hotels have restaurants serving typical regional cuisine and delicious local produce. List of hotels normally used: Monopoli: Palazzo Indelli Matera: Hotel Italia Castelmezzano: Becco Della Civetta Padula: Grand Hotel Certosa Bellosguardo: Agriturismo Villa Vea Paestum: Hotel Villa Rita Sorrento: Hotel Ulisse or Hotel Crisitina

Meals

All breakfasts and four dinners are included. A typical hotel breakfast consists of toast/bread with jam or honey, cereal, cheese and ham, served with coffee, tea, milk, orange juice, fruit, cake and yoghurt. Lunches are normally arranged as picnics or taken in small cafes along the route. Four dinners are included on this trip and they normally consist of a three-course menu with a choice of regional specialities. Vegetarians and people with special dietary requirements can be catered for but please inform us prior to travel.

Others

Stroll through the Unesco-listed Sassi district of Matera, home to ancient cave dwellings Visit the well-preserved Greek temples of Paestum Stay in mountainside Castelmezzano, one of the prettiest villages in Italy Cycle the Amalfi Coast, one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world

Transport

Transfers to and from the airport will be by private vehicle (normally minibus). On Day 7, we take a train from Paestum to Salerno. While cycling, the vehicle will carry your baggage and be on hand with assistance or if you choose to sit out a section of the ride. A guide cycles with the group.

Guide

The group will generally be between six and 16 people. There will be a local cycling leader and an assistant leader driving the support vehicle.

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Flights

Flights are not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Others

— Travel insurance — Single accommodation (available on request) — Visas and vaccinations — Local city taxes (approximately €15)

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Day 1 Day 1: Start In The Coastal City Of Monopoli
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Start In The Coastal City Of Monopoli

We start in the historic coastal city of Monopoli. Depending on when the group arrives, we might have time for a relaxing stroll through the town’s narrow alleys and along the Adriatic shore. We strongly recommend arriving a day or two early to visit some of the other regional highlights, including the Unesco-listed town of Alberobello, home to trulli (traditional stone huts with conical roofs), or Ostuni, known as the White City for its whitewashed old town. Speak to your sales representative to book pre-tour accommodation.
Day 2 Day 2: Ride Through Fields And Ancient Olive Groves To The Unesco City Of Matera (Breakfast)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Ride Through Fields And Ancient Olive Groves To The Unesco City Of Matera (Breakfast)

Today we start cycling from the coast and go inland, heading for Matera, one of the most fascinating cities in southern Italy. A warm-up climb brings us onto a large rolling plateau, where we pedal through fennel fields and ancient olive groves. We pass several Apulian villages, where we stop to regroup, take a coffee or rest. As we cross into the Basilicata region for the last part of the route, we cycle through open fields and partly along the the Appian Way, an ancient Roman road that was strategically vital to the empire. We should reach the UNESCO-listed town of Matera in the afternoon with time for a relaxing stroll in the Sassi district, home to ancient cave dwellings, and for an aperitivo in one of the beautiful squares.
Day 3 Day 3: Challenging Ride Into The Heart Of Basilicata To The Mountainside Village Of Castelmezzano (Breakfast,Dinner)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Challenging Ride Into The Heart Of Basilicata To The Mountainside Village Of Castelmezzano (Breakfast,Dinner)

Today will be our longest ride but the destination will be more than worth the effort. We start with an easy downhill through fields towards the Lake of St Giuliano. We then follow an old road along a ridge, encountering several historic villages, including the old Byzantine capital of Tricarico, before arriving in sight of the Lucan Dolomites, known as the Dolomites of the South. We have a downhill ride and gather strength for the challenging but rewarding steep climb to Castelmezzano, a beautiful village clinging to a sandstone mountain. The support vehicle is available if you would prefer to skip this last ascent. Castelmezzano, rated as one of the prettiest villages in Italy, is very remote and set in a breath-taking location with mountain views – a perfect reward for our long ride today. A short walk through the village and up to the Norman steps is a must before dinner at the hotel restaurant. Overnight in Castelmezzano.
Day 4 Day 4: Cross The Border Into Campania By Bike And Reach Padula (Breakfast,Dinner)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Cross The Border Into Campania By Bike And Reach Padula (Breakfast,Dinner)

Today we head west into the Campania region. In the morning, we cross the National Park of the Basilicata Apennines, a sparsely populated wilderness area of mountain scenery and historic villages. Towards the end of the afternoon, after a last challenging climb, we reach the top of the ridge between Basilicata and the Campania region. From here, we cycle down into the Vallo di Diano, a fertile high plain with several beautiful medieval towns. We settle into Padula, a beautiful village.
Day 5 Day 5: Ride To Corleto Sant’Angelo And Spend A Night In A Family-Run Agriturismo (Breakfast,Dinner)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Ride To Corleto Sant’Angelo And Spend A Night In A Family-Run Agriturismo (Breakfast,Dinner)

Today’s ride is relatively short, allowing us time to sightsee. We first cycle down to Padula, where we recommend paying a morning visit to the Padula Charterhouse, the largest monastery in Italy and Unesco World Heritage site. After the visit, we get on our bikes again and cycle into the heart of Cilento National Park. First, we follow a mainly flat route through the Vallo di Diano and continue with a climb up the Sentinella pass (3,058ft/932m), which winds high above the plain. The last part of the route descends into Cilento National Park, where we settle into our homely agriturismo with a pool. We have lunch (if we arrive on time), after which we can relax or go for a short optional ride to the nearby ghost town of Roscigno, which was abandoned in the early 20th century after a landslide. Tonight, we dine at the agriturismo on local specialties prepared with organic produce.
Day 6 Day 6: Cycle To The Coastal Town Of Paestum; Visit The Excellently Preserved Greek Temples (Breakfast,Dinner)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Cycle To The Coastal Town Of Paestum; Visit The Excellently Preserved Greek Temples (Breakfast,Dinner)

Today we ride in the shadow of the Alburni Mountains making our way down to the Tyrrhenian Sea. Early in the afternoon, we arrive at the excellently preserved Greek temples of Paestum. Our hotel is close, so we have time to visit this impressive archaeological site, home to three columned temples dedicated to the Greek gods Hera and Athena. Alternatively, you could opt to relax at the swimming pool. The sea is only a few minutes’ away by bike, so you can enjoy a refreshing swim in the late afternoon. Tonight, we eat at the hotel.
Day 7 Day 7: Train Ride To Salerno; Cycle One Of The Most Spectacular Coastal Roads In The World To Sorrento Via Amalfi (Breakfast)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Train Ride To Salerno; Cycle One Of The Most Spectacular Coastal Roads In The World To Sorrento Via Amalfi (Breakfast)

We start the day with an early train ride to Salerno. Here we get on our bikes and begin our final cycle along one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world: the Amalfi Coast. After a short climb up to Vietri, we follow the undulating coastal route to Cetara and continue uphill to the dramatic viewpoint of Capo d’Orso. We then head towards Amalfi itself, where we have time for a short stop and stroll. In the afternoon, we ride past Positano and cross the ridge to then wind down to the resort town of Sorrento. Here we can toast our accomplishment with a drink or two at the beach and a dive into the Bay of Naples in sight of Mount Vesuvius. Those who wish can opt for a stroll in the historic centre, or perhaps just a few hours of relaxation. In the evening, we gather together for a last evening meal (optional).
Day 8 Day 8: End Sorrento (Breakfast)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: End Sorrento (Breakfast)

The trip ends this morning, but if want to explore more of this stunning part of Italy speak to your sales representative about adding extra nights in Sorrento or the Amalfi Coast.

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Italy Coast To Coast By E-Bike: Puglia To Amalfi Coast

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Day 1: Start In The Coastal City Of Monopoli

Day 2: Ride Through Fields And Ancient Olive Groves To The Unesco City Of Matera (Breakfast)

Day 3: Challenging Ride Into The Heart Of Basilicata To The Mountainside Village Of Castelmezzano (Breakfast,Dinner)

Day 4: Cross The Border Into Campania By Bike And Reach Padula (Breakfast,Dinner)

Day 5: Ride To Corleto Sant’Angelo And Spend A Night In A Family-Run Agriturismo (Breakfast,Dinner)

Day 6: Cycle To The Coastal Town Of Paestum; Visit The Excellently Preserved Greek Temples (Breakfast,Dinner)

Day 7: Train Ride To Salerno; Cycle One Of The Most Spectacular Coastal Roads In The World To Sorrento Via Amalfi (Breakfast)

Day 8: End Sorrento (Breakfast)

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