STUNNING VIEWS AND FAMOUS GRANFONDO MONUMENT 'IL LOMBARDIA'.
Everybody that is into cycling knows the last monument of the year, "Il Lombardia". We designed a unique Cycling Holiday basing us on a central location for you to discover the beauty of Lake Como and ride the Gran Fondo "Il Lombardia". A unique route in an extraordinary landscape. 109,3 km and 1,700 m in vertical altitude gain. The perfect combination of ascents, descents and steep spurts that ensures fun and enjoyment to all participants.
What's included
5 Nights in stunning 4 stars hotel in the town of Merone
5 Buffet breakfast at the hotel
Lunch available after each ride with sandwiches, fresh fruits, tea, coffee, and drink.
Welcome drink on arrival
All ground transportation
All luggage and bikes transfers
Airport transfers at the details below.
Every day guided cycling routes
Ever day PRO experience with supported vehicle following carrying food, water & spares
Gran Fondo entry that can be done with us at €70. We are the OFFICIAL TOUR OPERATOR of Gf Il Lombardia! With the entry, you will get: race number, sportful body fit pro jersey, sitip technical vest, technical gadget, race kit, breakdown assistance, medical care during the event, feeding zones, broom wagon service, pasta party at the finish.
What's not included
Flights
Dinners - organised with a few great restaurants
Single room limited availability at €39/night
Gran Fondo Entry
Bike rental €190 for the entire trip
Massages available with our professional masseuse
Airport transfers
For other flights please get in touch.
From Dublin (IRELAND) to Milan Bergamo (ITALY) 04/10/2023 FR4038 DUB 8:35am - BGY 12:05am
From Milan Bergamo (ITALY) to Dublin (IRELAND) 09/10/2023 FR4845 BGY 14:40pm - DUB 16:20pm
TRIP AT GLANCE
START & FINISH LOCATION: Lake Como
DAYS RIDING: 5 days
TOTAL DISTANCE: 407 km
GROUP SIZE: 15/20 max (2 groups on the road each day divided on abilities)
LEVEL: Open to anybody
LONGEST DAY: Day 4 - Gran Fondo Il Lombardia
DAY TO DAY BREAKDOWN
Click on the day number to check the Strava routes
We have selected the best accommodation and location to ensure that our customers have the greatest experience possible
BIKE RENTAL
FRAMESET: Wilier, De Rosa, Alan, Ktm, Ridley
GRUPPO: Sram Ultegra 11s - Compact
PEDALS: Bring your own
SADDLE: DeRosa
WHEELSET: Shimano Alloy
YOUR TOUR GUIDES
Professionals, with many years of experience.
MATTEO CIGALA
Founder & Head Coach
Since founding Cigala Cycling Travel in 2015, Matteo has been leading over 10 tours per year. A former pro and current amateur racer, Matteo is the 2022 European Champion Gran Fondo.
AMEDEO TABINI
Tour Guide Leader
A former pro cyclist, Amedeo is a cycling tour guide for a decade. It is one of the most experience guides that you will ever find, counting almost over 1000 days on tours. Finally, Amedeo is a qualified massage therapist.
MARINE LENEHAN
Tour Guide, Nutritionist, Massage Therapist & Yoga Teacher
Current European Champion Gran Fondo Women, Marine has a vast knowledge in cycling as well as individuals wellness. She is a qualified sports nutritionist, massage therapist & yoga teacher.