Italy is home to some incredible road cycling and our Skedaddle Italia team have spent decades perfecting our tours here. Head into the mighty Dolomites and you can follow in the wheel tracks of cycling legends as you take on some of the most famous Alpine climbs like Stelvio, Motirolo and Sella Ronda. Those in search of a moderately challenging ride through scenic landscapes will love our road cycling holidays in Tuscany, Puglia and Lombardy. Meanwhile, Sardinia is a dream riding destination, with its quiet roads snaking past rugged coastlines and beautiful white sandy beaches. For the ultimate ‘grand tour’ why not ride the entire backbone of Italy on our Grand Traverse over two or three weeks?
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Road Cycling in Italy Destination Guide
We’ve been delivering incredible cycling holidays in Italy for over 20 years! Our passionate local teams are second to none and can’t wait to welcome you.
Tuscany: The iconic Tuscan landscapes cannot fail to captivate the soul! We’re taking cypress trees, endless fields of rippling corn and world-class cultural wonders galore...
The Dolomites: Are you seeking challenging mountain hill climbs and thrilling descents? Don’t miss our challenging cycling holidays in the Dolomites then!
Sardinia: This wild, rugged island is one of our absolute favourites and the home of Skedaddle Italia. Our cycling holidays here offer something for everyone!
Prosecco Region: This destination offers great road cycling with its quiet roads, rolling vineyard-lined hills, and also treats you to some of the best food and wine in Italy.
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Coast to Coast - L'Adriatico al Tirreno
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 17/05/2025 Last Spaces | 25/05/2025 | £2,565.00 |
| 07/06/2025 | 15/06/2025 | £2,595.00 |
| 13/09/2025 Guaranteed | 21/09/2025 | £2,565.00 |
- An epic coast to coast journey riding all the way from the Adriatic coast to the Tyrrhenian Sea
- Cycling through the smallest republic in Europe, San Marino
- Easing along the rolling Nove Colli hills, the routes of the famous Italian Gran Fondo
- Visiting historical sites such as the Palazzo Ducale in Orvieto and San Francis Abbey in Assisi
- Staying in quality accommodation, with fantastically warm hospitality
- Riding to Gubbio and Assisi, UNESCO World Heritage sites
Guided
Grand Traverse Classic - North to South
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 22/05/2025 | 07/06/2025 | £4,395.00 |
| 25/09/2025 | 11/10/2025 | £4,395.00 |
| 21/05/2026 | 06/06/2026 | £4,615.00 |
| 24/09/2026 | 10/10/2026 | £4,615.00 |
- Riding down the backbone of Italy on a stunning route which takes in some of the best road cycling that Italy has to offer
- Cycling through 10 UNESCO World Heritage sites and 5 National Parks
- Visiting some of the most important historical and artistic cities in Italy: Lucca, San Gimignano, Pienza, Assisi and Lecce
- The camaraderie of your fellow cyclists who’ll be joining you on this incredible tour
- Immersing yourself in Italian culture – meeting the friendly locals, experiencing delicious culinary specialties and tasting the wines of each region
- Cycling to the most southerly point of Italy, having ridden nearly 1,100 miles and climbed over 21,000 metres!
Guided
Sardinia - Coastal Explorer
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 19/04/2025 | 26/04/2025 | £1,895.00 |
| 24/05/2025 Guaranteed | 31/05/2025 | £1,895.00 |
| 06/09/2025 | 13/09/2025 | £1,895.00 |
| 20/09/2025 | 27/09/2025 | £1,895.00 |
| 04/10/2025 | 11/10/2025 | £1,895.00 |
- Riding the stunning coastal road from Alghero to Bosa
- The ride to Montiferru through its oak forest
- Sampling delightful Sardinian foods with a vast variety of local wines
- Enjoying the view of Pan di Zucchero on the Nebida coastal ride
- Sweeping down the long descent to Fluminimaggiore and Masua
- Glimpsing the white beaches which hug the south west coast road
Self-Guided
Puglia - The Beautiful South
Self-Guided Road Cycling Holiday
Daily departures available. The season prices below are per person and are applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.
2025 24 Mar – 29 Oct (excluding dates from 09 Jun – 31 Aug)
Season 1 – £1695 24 Mar – 08 Jun / 09 Sep – 29 Oct
Season 2 – £1855 01 Sept – 08 Sept
- Savouring the deep red wine of the Salento region and the crisp whites of Locorotondo
- Enjoying the sights of Alberobello, famous for the ‘trulli’
- Exploring the gnarled olive groves in the countryside of Alberobello
- Visiting 2 UNESCO heritage sites; Lecce and Alberobello
- Admiring the Baroque churches of Lecce
- Enjoying the panoramic coastal road between Santa Maria di Leuca and Otranto
Self-Guided
Sardinia - Coastal Explorer
Self-Guided Road Cycling Holiday
Daily departures available. The season prices below are per person and are applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.
2025 24 Mar – 29 Oct (excluding dates from 09 Jun – 31 Aug)
Season 1 – £1465 24 Mar – 08 Jun and 09 Sep – 29 Oct
Season 2 – £1685 01 Sept – 08 Sept
- Riding the stunning coastal road from Alghero to Bosa
- Exploring the sandstone coast of Santa Caterina di Pittinuri
- Visiting the Sinis Peninsula and the ancient Roman ruins of Tharros
- The view of Pan di Zucchero on the Nebida coastal ride
- Sweeping down the long descent to Fluminimaggiore and Masua
- Exploring the white beaches running alongside the south west coastal road
Self-Guided
Tuscany - Giro della Toscana
Self-Guided Road Cycling Holiday
Daily departures available. The season prices below are per person and are applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.
2025 24 Mar – 29 Oct (excluding dates throughout July and August)
Season 1 – £1625 24 Mar – 16 Jun and 03 Sep – 29 Oct
Season 2 – £1925 17 Jun – 30 Jun and 01 – 02 Sep
- Cycling through the historic wine regions of Tuscany, stopping off for a bit of wine tasting along the way
- Staying in quality accommodation, with fantastically warm hospitality
- Easing along the rolling hills of the ‘Colli Sienesi’
- Riding the stunning UNESCO heritage region of Val d’Orcia
- Stopping off at the lovely San Gimignano and Montalcino
- Chilling out with a post-ride Chianti
Guided
Alps and Dolomites - Giants of the Giro
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 25/07/2025 Fully Booked | 02/08/2025 | £2,465.00 |
| 16/08/2025 | 24/08/2025 | £2,465.00 |
- Cycling through the best alpine and dolomite scenery of Italy
- Climbing the iconic Mortirolo, Passo Gavia and Passo Stelvio of Giro d’Italia fame
- Enjoying post-ride relaxation in typical chalet-style mountain hotels
- Re-charging your energy levels every evening with tasty local fayre
- Testing your legs and endurance on the final Monte Grappa climb
- Enjoying an aperitif in the lively towns of San Pellegrino Terme, Bormio and Bassano del Grappa
Guided
Tuscany - Giro della Toscana
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 03/05/2025 Guaranteed | 10/05/2025 | £2,035.00 |
| 31/05/2025 | 07/06/2025 | £2,035.00 |
| 30/08/2025 | 06/09/2025 | £2,035.00 |
- Cycling through the historic wine regions of Tuscany, stopping off for a bit of wine tasting along the way
- Staying in quality accommodation, with fantastically warm hospitality
- Easing along the rolling hills of the Colli Sienesi
- Riding the stunning UNESCO heritage region of Val d’Orcia
- Stopping off at the lovely San Gimignano and Montalcino
- Chilling out with a post-ride Chianti
Guided
Dolomiti Discoverer
Guided Road Cycling Holiday
| Start Date | End Date | Price p.p. |
|---|---|---|
| 05/07/2025 | 12/07/2025 | £2,465.00 |
| 19/07/2025 | 26/07/2025 | £2,465.00 |
- Admiring from various angles the classic grey and orange jagged peaks of the Dolomites
- Riding the Sella Ronda, part of the Maratona delle Dolomiti, one of Italy’s biggest Gran Fondo events
- Riding the dazzling descents and climbs you yearned to ride whilst watching the Giro d‘Italia
- The sense of achievement at the end of the tour having conquered many climbs at your own pace.
- Superb, mouth-watering and filling Italian food after a day on the bike – plenty of carbs!
Self-Guided
Sardinia - Coast to Coast
Self-Guided Road Cycling Holiday
Daily departures available. The season prices below are per person and are applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.
2025 24 Mar – 29 Oct (excluding dates from 09 Jun – 31 Aug)
Season 1 – £1525 24 Mar – 08 Jun / 09 Sep – 29 Oct
Season 2 – £1675 01 Sept – 08 Sept
- Riding the roller-coaster road below Mount Arcuentu to the west coast
- Exploring the UNESCO heritage site of Su Nuraxi at Barumini
- Taking a dip in the emerald waters of Sardinia
- Cycling through the Sardinian “Blue Zone”
- Dining on delicious home cooked food, washed down with tasty local wine!
- The stunning descent to Bari Sardo on the East Coast
Road Cycling Holidays & Tours In Italy
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Why choose Italy for your road cycling holiday?
The varying landscapes of Italy offer something for road cyclists of all abilities, with endless coastal views, mountain challenges, and rolling hills dotted with vineyards. Our Italia team has spent more than 20 years seeking out the best road cycling across Italy, ensuring an exceptional experience for your Italian cycle holiday and bike tour.
Top destinations for road bike tours in Italy
Discover the finest road cycling Italy has to offer in Tuscany, the Lakes of Lombardia, the Prosecco Region, and Puglia. For those seeking dramatic mountain passes and breathtaking scenery, the Dolomites and Italian Alps are unparalleled in Europe. Coastal road cycling enthusiasts will adore the routes in Sardinia. For a comprehensive exploration of Italy's diverse landscapes, consider embarking on our end-to-end journey, the Grand Traverse.
Decide how you ride
Our road cycling tour range in Italy is designed to suit different types of riders and preferences. Choose your riding grade based on your fitness level. You can also choose between joining a guided small group tour or embarking on a self-guided cycling Italy tour.
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