Italy BEST Self-guided & Independent Tours and Trips in 2025/2026

Backroads to Venice

4.6

(7 reviews )

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Our Backroads to Venice self guided trip was absolutely fantastic. The bike paths In northern Italy are incredible and so well maintained we were on a few minor back road but never with a lot of traffic. Scenery was absolutely incredible all the way, much of the path was along the Adige river which was stunning. We upgraded to electric bikes which we were extremely happy with. We had no problems at all. They were easy to use and very long battery life. We were also provided with a lock to lock the bikes up in town. They also had a lock as a part of the bike frame, so we always felt safe leaving them The week of our ride was 35 Celsius plus every day which was a little unfortunate but we were thankful for the electric bike, we just had to leave earlier to avoid the heat of the day We upgraded to the better quality Hotel. They were all excellent, particularly the Bolzano Hotel. All of our breakfasts were delicious and plentiful. The app was very easy to use and very accurate. Highly recommend a handlebar holder for your phone. We took a padded seat cover, which I’m very thankful for. Highly recommend this ride.

Bicycle tours

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Villa

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Venice, Trentino-South Tyrol, Do

Venice, Trentino-South Tyrol, Dolomites, Bolzano, Trento, Peschiera, Verona, Vicenza, Padova, Mestre

Duration8 days

From

USD 1,460

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Paestum & the Cilento National Park

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Explore the beautiful, culturally-rich but lesser-known and uncrowded area of the Cilento National Park by bicycle on this self-guided 9-day cycling tour. The region of Campania has been known as a paradise on earth since ancient times. The Greeks built some of their most impressive temples here and under the Romans it became known as ‘Campania Felix’, or the Happy Land. When travelling through this region it is easy to be overwhelmed by the wealth of cultural and natural attractions, from the great city of Naples to the well-known Costiera Amalfitana, with its towering cliffs and picturesque coves. But Campania’s real secret is located south of Salerno. Here, the coastline bulges out into an expanse of mountainous landmass known as the Cilento, now one of Italy’s biggest National Parks, with World Heritage listing. This tour brings you into the real ‘Heart of the Cilento’, from ancient Paestum up to Monte Stella, and along the pristine Cilento coast towards the impressive Alburni Mountains. Inland, the Cilento is largely undisturbed by the 21st century and you will encounter few other tourists along your way. You will cycle past world-famous cultural sites, through pristine natural areas and dreamy coastal scenery. Your trip will take you on small country roads passing through rough mountain scenery, as well as attractive countryside, with vineyards and olive groves. The first few days you will stay close to the coast, only occasionally reaching some small hamlets on the foothills further inland. You will go past the archaeological site of Paestum on your way to a genuine mozzarella farm and climb up to some nice viewpoints on the coastal plain. Further on you will cycle around Monte Stella, dotted with several typical medieval hamlets, and continue along the coast towards the tiny fishing villages of Acciaroli and Pioppi to the Greek site of Velia. You then turn inland and discover the rolling foothills around lovely Ceraso before climbing up along the Calore River to the hamlet of Piaggine, located in the very heart of the Cilento National Park. Here you’ll visit some of the nicest medieval villages in the area, where the traditional way of life is still evident. And you’ll enjoy visiting some of the Cilento’s greatest (but unknown) cultural treasures, like St. Michael’s cave church in Sant’Angelo a Fasanella, the ruins of Roscigno Vecchia and the castle of Laurino. All connected by great well-paved and quiet roads, ideal for cycling. Your route back to Paestum takes you along great panoramic roads on the slopes of the Alburni Mountains.

Bicycle tours

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

English

Destinations

Amalfi Coast & Campania, Paestum

Amalfi Coast & Campania, Paestum, San Marco, La Petrosa, Piaggine

Duration9 days

From

USD 936

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Cycling in Sardinia

4.8

(6 reviews )

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The team were terrific to deal with in the lead up to the trip. They were extremely responsive and knowledgeable and we're able to answer all our questions. This was our first e-bike trip and all our concerns were alleviated by the team. When we arrive in Sardinia, the representative who met us walked us through the bikes, how to get the best out of them and maximise our enjoyment of the tour. Each day was terrific with great views (and yes there were some hills to climb but the e-bikes make this a lot easier). The accommodation was great, the food particularly enjoyable. I would highly recommend them and their self guided tours. We'll be back for another trip for sure.

Bicycle toursBeach

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Sardinia, Cabras, Pula, Arborea

Sardinia, Cabras, Pula, Arborea, Arbus, Nebida, Calasetta, Sant Anna Arresi

Duration8 days

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USD 1,390

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Florence to Rome by Bike

(3 reviews )

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Wonderful trip. It was amazing to be able to travel from one hill town to another, each one so different from the others. Highlights of our trip included an art exhibit in Perugia on how medieval artists perceived nature - absolutely beautiful and we had the place to ourselves, quite a contrast to the crowds at the Uffizi; staying in a 14th century pilgrim guest house in Assisi; walking out to the aqueduct bridge in Spoleto; hearing all the bells in Narni suddenly start ringing when the new Pope was elected and running outside along with everyone else to find out what had happened; and, my husband would say, the wild boar stew he ate that evening at a restaurant in the square. Logistics were well organized and the routes well planned. It was a challenging route, however, with many steep climbs. We were glad we reserved e-bikes. There were also a number of places with poorly maintained roads, quite a bit of springtime road construction, and some areas where the route took roads with heavy traffic. Italian drivers were quite considerate, though. We had a great time and were sad to go home. We could have stayed in each town longer, and will hopefully return to Italy soon.

Bicycle tours

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Rome, Florence, Trasimeno Lake

Rome, Florence, Trasimeno Lake, Perugia, Assisi, Clitunno, Narni

Duration8 days

From

USD 2,020

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Sardinia Family Cycle Adventure

(2 reviews )

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We had a wonderful time on this cycling trip in Sardinia! It was a great route with lots to places to stop along the way. So much good food, and all the accommodation was wonderful. Some of the roads were a bit busy for my liking, not sure if I would be comfortable taking children on those roads but for adults it was fine. A very enjoyable week- a highlight of our month in Italy!

Bicycle tours

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Sardinia, Pula, Sant'Antioco, Sa

Sardinia, Pula, Sant'Antioco, Sant Anna Arresi, Chia

Duration8 days

From

USD 1,190

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Cycle the Full Via Francigena - Aosta to Rome

(1 review )

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An amazing trip, seeing so many different sides of Italy, the main tourist centres, but the rural villages. Fantastically organised and supported when things went wrong (personal injury). Highly recommend this trip for adventurers.

Bicycle toursExplorer

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Rome, Turin, Piedmont & Valle d’

Rome, Turin, Piedmont & Valle d’Aosta, Aosta Valley, Aosta, Berceto, Aulla, Massa, Lucca, San Miniato Alto, San Gimignano, Siena, San Quirico d'Orcia, Radicofani, Bolsena, Saint Bernardo Pass, Viterbo, Sutri, Formello, Verres, Viverone, Vercelli, Vigevano, Pavia, Piacenza, Parma

Duration24 days

From

USD 5,960

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Cycling the Heel of Italy - Matera to Lecce

(1 review )

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Excellent trip. Fabrizio was a brilliant guide. Great route. Easy cycling. Good accommodation. Happy to recommend to like minded friends.

Bicycle tours

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

14-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Lecce, Alberobello, Matera, Otra

Lecce, Alberobello, Matera, Otranto, Castellaneta, Ostuni, Avetrana, Gallipoli, Santa Maria Di Leuca

Duration12 days

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USD 3,020

USD 2,929

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USD 91

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Tuscany Cycle for Families

(1 review )

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Explore Tuscan gems on a specially crafted cycle trip for all ages. There are no steep Tuscan hills on this beautifully designed self guided cycle taking in some of Tuscany's most famous towns. Pedal effortlessly along the meandering Arno river cycle paths that take you from one classic Tuscan city to the next. From the leaning tower of Pisa to the elegant Piazza Anfiteatro in Lucca and the famous Duomo of Florence, there are no shortage of sites to engage the whole family. Delve further into the countryside to visit lesser known corners such as Calci, where a famous Natural History Museum is housed and Vinci, where Leonardo da Vinci was born. Cycle through a quintessential Tuscan landscape, taste the many local specialties and stay in three comfortable family run hotels generally with swimming pools and gardens, perfect for relaxing after the cycling day is over.

Bicycle tours

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Villa

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Tuscany, Pisa, Empoli, San Giuli

Tuscany, Pisa, Empoli, San Giuliano Terme, Lucca, Vinci, Florence

Duration8 days

From

USD 1,560

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Self-Guided Cycling through Baroque Sicily

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Your journey takes you along a mix of inland and coastal routes, starting amidst the Baroque splendour of Ragusa and Modica and ending in stunning Siracusa on the east coast. You'll cycle through lush valleys filled with olive trees, almond groves, vineyards and citrus orchards and patchwork puzzles of dry-stone-wall farms, as you cycle between UNESCO World Heritage Sites rebuilt in the typical late Baroque style after the famous 1693 earthquake. You'll take in plenty of Inspector Montalbano country - a treat for fans of the fictional detective series - including Scicli with its atmospheric streets and hilltop mausoleum as well as the charming fishing villages of Punta Secca and Sampieri. Following the scenic Mediterranean Route cycleway you'll head towards the sea, taking in sublime coastline, punctuated by golden sandy beaches and picturesque fishing villages such as Portopalo di Capo Passero and pretty Marzamemi with its Arab history. After passing through Nero D'Avola wine country your holiday finishes in beautiful Siracusa, an ancient Greek city whose 'historical heart' is the island of Ortigia, accessed by a bridge from the mainland. Ortigia's grand squares, narrow medieval streets and romantic palaces and castles are a delight to behold.

Bicycle tours

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Villa, Resort

Age Range

13-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Syracuse, Sicily, Modica, Marina

Syracuse, Sicily, Modica, Marina Di Modica, Portopalo Di Capo Passero, Noto

Duration9 days

From

USD 2,705

USD 2,624

Saving

USD 81

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Cycle Pisa to Florence

4.5

(4 reviews )

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We were bike fitted with very comfortable bikes which we enjoyed riding. The GPS was excellent although we did misplace ourselves now and then. The rides went through very beautiful Tuscan country and lovely villages. My favourite was Lucca. Thanks for providing great equipment we enjoyed this week of our holiday in Italy.

Bicycle tours

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Villa

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Pisa, Lucca, Montecatini Terme

Pisa, Lucca, Montecatini Terme, Florence

Duration8 days

From

USD 1,460

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Venetian Villas and Vineyards Cycling

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Our undiscovered corner of Veneto, just 60 minutes (but a world away) from bustling Venice, is the perfect setting for a relaxed cycling holiday. Nestled between the art cities of Padua, home to one of the oldest universities in the whole of Europe, and UNESCO-recognised Vicenza, the region is bursting with Patrician villas - built by Venetian nobles to escape the muggy heat of the city - and ancient castles, although it is surprisingly almost entirely untouched by tourism. Palladio was the most famous Renaissance architect and many of his buildings, including the Villa Rotonda, can be visited on day 7 of this interest-packed itinerary. We take you across the Venetian plain, past cherry orchards and swaying vine terraces, with the outline of the conical shaped Euganean Hills and imposing Colli Berici acting as a constant backdrop. The cycling is wonderfully gentle, over the flatlands of the plain and the low foothills of the Colli Berici, along peaceful canalside paths, cycle tracks and quiet country roads, passing sumptuous villas and historic towns with wine-tasting opportunities on the way. En route you'll stay with some of the friendliest people we've ever met. There’s a warm welcome at Gabriella and Alessandro’s Agriturismo il Feudo as you arrive in Cortela and it’s a home away from home at Valfrido and Angelina’s charming Agriturismo near Vicenza.

Bicycle tours

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Villa

Age Range

13-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Venice, Venice & Veneto, Cortela

Venice, Venice & Veneto, Cortela, GALZIGNANO, TEOLO, Villaganzerla

Duration9 days

From

USD 2,180

USD 2,115

Saving

USD 65

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All Italy Self-Guided Tours and Trips

19 Self Guided Trips in Italy with 69 Reviews

19 Self Guided Trips in Italy with 69 Reviews

Cycle Puglia

Venice to Florence Cycle

Backroads to Venice

Paestum & the Cilento National Park

Cycling in Sardinia

Florence to Rome by Bike

Sardinia Family Cycle Adventure

Cycle the Full Via Francigena - Aosta to Rome

Cycling the Heel of Italy - Matera to Lecce

Tuscany Cycle for Families

Self-Guided Cycling through Baroque Sicily

Cycle Pisa to Florence

Venetian Villas and Vineyards Cycling

Cycle the Via Francigena - Siena to Rome

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19 Self Guided Trips in Italy with 69 Reviews

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