Cycle the Full Via Francigena - Aosta to Rome Tour with 1 Review by Utracks

About the tour

Tour Type

Private

Max Group Size

Age Requirement

18 - 99 yrs

Operated In

English

Physical Rating

Moderate

Starts

Ends

Turin, Italy

Rome, Italy

Highlights

Cycling the full Via Francigena on an ebike from the Great St Bernard Pass on the Swiss-Italian border to the eternal city of Rome

Discovering Piedmont’s unique landscape with its fairytale-like castles and vineyards

Delighting in the local delicacies and visiting the foodie-haven of Parma

Enjoying stunning views of hilltop villages, open valleys, cypress woods and olive groves in Tuscany

Exploring the historic ruins and villages along the way

Itinerary

Experience the thrill of cycling across Italy’s historic heartland with the 'Cycle the Full Via Francigena - Aosta to Rome' tour. Perfect for experienced travelers and seniors seeking moderate activity, this 24-day self-guided journey stretches from the alpine St Bernard Pass to the Eternal City. Pedal through the Po River plain, Tuscan vineyards, Umbrian hills, and along ancient Etruscan roads, discovering towns like Parma, Lucca, Siena, and Viterbo. Along the way, savor regional delicacies, sample local wines and cheeses, and revel in the ever-changing scenery. The USP of this bike trip is its comprehensive route—offering a rare opportunity to cycle the entire Via Francigena, blending cultural depth and culinary adventure from the Alps to Rome.

Day 1Arrive Aosta

Day 2Transfer to St Bernard Pass and ride to Aosta (40km/25mi)

Day 3Cycle along the river Dora past castles to Verres (50km/31mi)

Day 4Enter Piedmont and cycle to Roppolo or Viverone (54km/34mi)

Day 5Continue past rice fields to Vercelli (41km/25.5mi)

Day 6Enter Lombardy, cycle to the town of Vigevano (54km/33.5mi)

Day 7Follow the Ticino river to Pavia (42km/26mi)

Day 8Along the river Po to Piacenza in Emilia Romagna (75km/46.5mi)

Day 9A flat stage to Italy's gastronomic capital, Parma (98km/61mi)

Day 10A demanding cycle to Berceto past ancient churches (74km/46.5mi)

Day 11Continue to Aulla, crossing the Apennines (53km/33mi)

Day 12Through countryside and medieval villages en route to Massa (48km/30mi)

Day 13Cycle along the seafront, then over Tuscan hills to Lucca (52km/32.5mi)

Day 14Cross the river Arno to San Miniato (46km / 28.5mi)

Day 15Continue through splendid scenery to the famous town of San Gimignano (41km/25.5mi)

Day 16Cycle the Tuscan hills and through charming ancient towns to Siena (50km/31mi)

Day 17On to San Quirico d'Orcia past vineyards and fortified towns (54km/33.5mi)

Day 18Enjoy fabulous views of the Val D’Orcia enroute to Radicofani (37km/23mi)

Day 19Cycle along the old Via Cassia to Lake Bolsena (55km/34mi)

Day 20Continue through woods and olive groves to Viterbo (33km/20.5mi)

Day 21On to Sutri and its Roman amphitheatre (38km/23.5mi)

Day 22Via Mount Gelato Waterfalls and the Veio Nature Park to Formello (34km/21mi)

Day 23Final stage across the countryside of Lazio to Rome (34km/21mi)

Day 24Trip concludes in Rome

Cycle the Full Via Francigena - Aosta to Rome

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What's Included

Accommodation

23 nights in charming B&Bs and 3 star hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities (hotel taxes extra, payable locally - allow €30pp)

Meals

23 breakfasts, 2 dinners: Breakfasts are usually continental inclusive of breads, tea, coffee & juices. Dinner will consist of 3 courses, usually starting with a salad or pasta dish, followed by either a chicken, red meat or fish dish with seasonal vegetables & finishing with a dessert of fruit or cakes

Transport

Transfer on day 2 from Aosta to Saint Bernard Pass

Others

Ebike rental with phone holder, odometer, pannier, lock and repair kit. Helmet rental available FOC - must request at time of bookingDigital information pack including smartphone app, maps and route notes per room bookedVia Francigena pilgrim passportLuggage transfer from day 3 to day 23 (max 1 piece, max weight 20kg and max size 65 x 40 x 30 cm per person) - if you will have luggage in excess of this please inform your consultant at the time of booking because a supplement will applyBike theft insuranceBike fitting on the morning of day 2Emergency hotline

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Customer Reviews

5.0

based on 1 review

AnonymousOn Oct 17, 2023

5.0 - Excellent

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.

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