Leisure Cycling Tours in Italy

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Come and experience the magic of Italy by bike with beautiful views, impressive architecture, gorgeous coastline and incredible cuisine. Our leisure cycling vacations have been carefully crafted from our expert local knowledge and 20 plus years of cycling across the different regions of this magnificent country. We love each and every one for different reasons!

If you’re thinking about when to visit, Sardinia, Puglia, Prosecco, Tuscany and Sicily are ideal for cycling in the spring or autumn, avoiding soaring temperatures and the crowds of summer, while further north, the Lombardy region, home to our Via Claudia tours, is perfect for pedallin' from spring right through to autumn. Choose to join a guided small group tour or go self-guided and select the dates that work best for you.

We’ve been delivering incredible bike tours 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...

Lake Garda: A watery wonder awaits when you join us for a journey exploring the breath-taking Lake Garda! Perfect for casual riders and families...

The Dolomites: Are you seeking thrilling mountain experiences? Don’t miss our challenging cycling tours in the Dolomites then!

Sardinia: This wild, rugged island is one of our absolute favourites and the home of Skedaddle Italia. Our bicycle tours here offer something for everyone!

Prosecco Region: This destination offers great cycling with its quiet roads, rolling vineyard-lined hills, and also treats you to some of the best food and wine in Italy.

Puglia: Discover the "heel of Italy" with a biking vacation in Puglia! Stunning coastal scenery, quiet roads, and rich local culture make it a dream destination for cyclists.

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Self-Guided

Italy

Emilia-Romagna - The Food Valley

Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour

Duration

8 days

Prices from

$2,030 P.P.

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Grade 2-3: Gentle/ Moderate

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Emilia-Romagna - The Food Valley

Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour

E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE

This holiday is well-suited to both regular bikes and pedal assist e-bikes, and you can choose to hire either when you book your tour with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities.

Daily departures. 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 – $2030 24 Mar – 16 Jun and 03 Sep – 29 Oct

Season 2 – $2235 17 Jun – 30 Jun and 01 – 02 Sep

To ensure you have the best experience possible, we’d recommend travelling in the Spring or in the Autumn. We don’t as standard offer this tour in the hotter, more humid, busier summer months of July and August. If however your dates are set in July or August, please call us for a chat and we’ll do what we can to accommodate you.

Gently cycling on quiet roads and cycle paths through beautiful countryside
Sampling tasty slow-food produce on the Food Valley Bike route from Cremona to Parma
Tasting authentic Italian food in their towns of origin such as Parma Ham, Parmigiano Reggiano, Balsamic Vinegar, and Bolognese
Visiting the hometown of the famous Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi
Exploring modern and bustling Modena
Taking in the vibrant university city of Bologna

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Self-Guided

Italy

Sardinia - Island Flavours

Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour

Duration

8 days

Prices from

$2,100 P.P.

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Grade 3 : Moderate

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Sardinia - Island Flavours

Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour

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 – $2100 24 Mar – 08 Jun / 09 Sep – 29 Oct

Season 2 – $2300 01 Sept – 08 Sept

Checking out the UNESCO heritage site of Barumini Nuraghe
Enjoying the long descent to Fluminimaggiore and Masua
Riding along the Nebida coastline and marvelling at the view of Pan di Zucchero
Sampling local specialities at Carloforte, on St Pietro island
Experiencing the friendliness and hospitality of the Sardinian people
Discovering the white beaches along the south-west coastal road

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Italy

Sardinia - Island Flavours

Guided Leisure Bike Tour

Duration

8 days

Prices from

$2,575 P.P.

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Grade 3 : Moderate

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Sardinia - Island Flavours

Guided Leisure Bike Tour

OPTIONAL E-BIKE DEPARTURES

We offer this holiday with an e-bike only departure as well as regular trips where you can choose a regular bike or a pedal assist e-bike hire. Our e-bike only departures allow you to experience more on two wheels whilst riding with like-minded Skedaddlers. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs and longer distances. With less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities. Remember to select your e-bike hire when you book your holiday with us. You may choose to hire an e-bike on a regular trip but bear in mind that the pace will be set to riders without an e-bike.

Start Date	End Date	Price p.p.
* 05/04/2025 E-Bike Departure	12/04/2025	$2,575.00
03/05/2025	10/05/2025	$2,575.00
20/09/2025 E-Bike Departure	27/09/2025	$2,575.00
11/10/2025	18/10/2025	$2,575.00

Checking out the UNESCO heritage site of Barumini Nuraghe
Enjoying the long descent to Fluminimaggiore and Masua
Sampling local specialties at Carloforte, on St Pietro island
Riding along the Nebida coastline and marvelling at the view of Pan di Zucchero
Experiencing the friendliness and hospitality of the Sardinian people
Discovering the white beaches along the south-west coastal road

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Self-Guided

Italy

Sicily

Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour

Duration

8 days

Prices from

$2,275 P.P.

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Grade 2 : Gentle

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Sicily

Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour

E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE

This tour is well-suited to both normal bikes and pedal assist e-bikes and you can choose to hire either when you book your tour with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities.

Daily departures available. The season prices below are per person, and applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.

2025 24 Mar – 29 Oct (excluding departures from 09 Jun – 31 August)

Season 1 – $2275 24 Mar – 08 Jun and 09 Sep – 29 Oct

Season 2 – $2575 01 Sep – 08 Sep

Visiting the Baroque towns of Modica, Ragusa and Noto, all UNESCO Heritage Sites
Sampling delicious Sicilian pastries, like cannoli
Cycling along the beautiful coastal road to Capo Passero
Exploring the medieval streets of Ortigia di Siracusa
Enjoying an aperitivo ‘al fresco’ with the locals in one of the many piazzas
Discovering the astonishing Oasis of Vendicari

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Self-Guided

Italy

Tuscany - Pisa to Florence

Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour

Duration

8 days

Prices from

$1,760 P.P.

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Grade 2-3: Gentle/ Moderate

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Tuscany - Pisa to Florence

Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour

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 – $1760 24 Mar – 16 Jun and 03 Sep – 29 Oct

Season 2 – $2015 17 – 30 Jun and 01 – 02 Sep

Riding between two of Italy’s most iconic cities
Exploring Pisa, home of the world-famous Piazza dei Miracoli
Cycling along quiet country lanes through Tuscan countryside
Cycling past fairy tale Renaissance palaces and villas
Visiting Vinci, the birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci
Spending a free day in Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance

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Self-Guided

Italy

Classic Tuscany

Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour

Duration

7 days

Prices from

$1,815 P.P.

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Grade 2-3: Gentle/ Moderate

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Classic Tuscany

Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour

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 – $1815 24 Mar – 16 Jun and 03 Sep – 29 Oct

Season 2 – $2140 17 Jun – 30 Jun and 01 – 02 Sep

Staying at Tuscan farms overlooking stunning countryside
Visiting the famous towns of Monteriggioni, Radda in Chianti and Siena
Riding through wonderful landscapes, wide open fields, cypress-lined hills and vineyards
Trying delicious, regional dishes
Sampling the best wines of Chianti, Montepulciano and Montalcino
Absorbing the atmosphere of San Gimignano – a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Italy

Puglia

Guided Bike Tour

Duration

8 days

Prices from

$2,845 P.P.

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Grade 2 : Gentle

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Puglia

Guided Bike Tour

OPTIONAL E-BIKE DEPARTURES

Start Date	End Date	Price p.p.
* 12/04/2025	19/04/2025	$2,845.00
08/06/2025 E-Bike Departure	15/06/2025	$2,845.00
20/09/2025	27/09/2025	$2,845.00

Cycling through wonderful landscapes of ancient olive groves, vineyards and stunning coastlines
Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage town of Alberobello and the Baroque city of Lecce
Discovering the traditional Trulli houses of Puglia
Relaxing each night in comfortable 3 and 4* hotels in authentic Apulian towns and villages
Stopping at beautiful sandy beaches with turquoise seas
Tasting delicious Apulian produce, like orecchiette and extra virgin olive oil

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Self-Guided

Italy

Puglia

Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour

Duration

8 days

Prices from

$2,030 P.P.

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Grade 2 : Gentle

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Puglia

Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour

E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE

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 departures from 09 Jun to 31 Aug)

Season 1 – $2030 24 Mar – 08 Jun / 09 Sep – 29 Oct

Season 2 – $2275 01 Sept – 08 Sept

Cycling through lush landscapes of ancient olive groves and vineyards
Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage town of Alberobello
Discovering the traditional Trulli houses of Puglia
Relaxing each evening in comfortable hotels in authentic towns and villages
Stopping at beautiful, sandy beaches with turquoise seas
Tasting delicious local products, like extra virgin olive oil and Primitivo wine

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Self-Guided

Italy

Lake Garda to Venice

Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour

Duration

8 days

Prices from

$2,410 P.P.

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Grade 2 : Gentle

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Lake Garda to Venice

Self-Guided Leisure Bike Tour

E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE

This tour is well-suited to both regular bikes and pedal assist e-bikes, and you can choose to hire either when you book your tour with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities.

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 21 Apr – 29 Oct (excluding dates throughout July and August)

Season 1 – $2410 21 Apr – 16 Jun and 03 Sep – 29 Oct

Season 2 – $2710 17 Jun – 30 Jun and 01 – 02 Sep

If you‘re looking for a longer holiday, our Via Claudia route links into this tour perfectly; two self-guided tours of a similar grade that you‘re able to do back to back. Contact us if you’d like more info on this!

Enjoying a swim in Lake Garda
Cycling along Pellestrina Island surrounded by Venetian lagoons and fishing boats
Absorbing the hidden Rennaisance gems of the ‘belpaese’
Exploring Verona – a piece of art in itself
Discovering the medieval fortification of Montagnana
Taking a gondola ride along the canals of Venice

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Bike and Boat

Italy

Venetian Waterways (Venice to Mantova)

Bike and Barge Tour

Duration

8 days

Prices from

$1,825 P.P.

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Grade 1-2 : Easy/Gentle

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Venetian Waterways (Venice to Mantova)

Bike and Barge Tour

E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE

Start Date	End Date	Price p.p.
12/04/2025 Ave Maria Fully Booked	19/04/2025	$1,825.00
19/04/2025 Vita Pugna	26/04/2025	$2,205.00
26/04/2025 Ave Maria Fully Booked	03/05/2025	$2,750.00
03/05/2025 Vita Pugna	10/05/2025	$2,370.00
10/05/2025 Ave Maria	17/05/2025	$3,020.00
17/05/2025 Vita Pugna Fully Booked	24/05/2025	$2,370.00
24/05/2025 Ave Maria	31/05/2025	$3,020.00
31/05/2025 Vita Pugna Fully Booked	07/06/2025	$2,370.00
07/06/2025 Ave Maria Fully Booked	14/06/2025	$3,020.00
14/06/2025 Vita Pugna	21/06/2025	$2,370.00
21/06/2025 Ave Maria Guaranteed	28/06/2025	$3,020.00
28/06/2025 Vita Pugna	05/07/2025	$2,205.00
05/07/2025 Ave Maria	12/07/2025	$2,750.00
12/07/2025 Vita Pugna	19/07/2025	$2,205.00
19/07/2025 Ave Maria	26/07/2025	$2,750.00
26/07/2025 Vita Pugna Fully Booked	02/08/2025	$2,205.00
02/08/2025 Ave Maria	09/08/2025	$2,750.00
09/08/2025 Vita Pugna	16/08/2025	$2,205.00
16/08/2025 Ave Maria	23/08/2025	$2,750.00
23/08/2025 Vita Pugna Fully Booked	30/08/2025	$2,560.00
30/08/2025 Ave Maria	06/09/2025	$3,290.00
06/09/2025 Vita Pugna	13/09/2025	$2,560.00
13/09/2025 Ave Maria	20/09/2025	$3,290.00
20/09/2025 Vita Pugna	27/09/2025	$2,560.00
27/09/2025 Ave Maria	04/10/2025	$3,290.00
04/10/2025 Vita Pugna Fully Booked	11/10/2025	$2,560.00
11/10/2025 Ave Maria	18/10/2025	$3,290.00
18/10/2025 Vita Pugna	25/10/2025	$2,370.00
25/10/2025 Ave Maria	01/11/2025	$3,020.00

Cycling through some of Northern Italy’s most enticing cities
Staying on board the modern, bright and spacious Ave Maria or the traditional Vita Pugna
Exploring the beautiful city of Venice
Riding alongside the River Po, the longest river in Italy
Experiencing the Po Delta, one of Europe’s largest wetlands
Spending the day discovering Mantova

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Cycling Vacations & Tours In Italy

Why choose Italy for your cycling vacation?
Welcome to the land of hilltop towns and vineyards, jagged mountains, white-sand beaches, and sparkling alpine lakes, not to mention world-famous wines and other mouthwatering local delicacies. Our Italy bike tours offer an unparalleled opportunity to explore these wonders. Our Italia team has spent more than 20 years seeking out the best leisure cycling across Italy, ensuring an exceptional experience for Italy cycle vacations and bike tours.

Top destinations for leisure cycling in Italy
Experience the best and most serene cycling Italy has to offer in Tuscany, Lake Garda, the Prosecco Region, Puglia, and Emilia-Romagna. Coastal cycling enthusiasts will fall in love with the picturesque routes in Sardinia and Sicily. Our bicycle tours and cycling trips in Italy promise unforgettable adventures through these stunning regions.

Decide how you ride
Our Italy leisure bike tours cater to various rider types and preferences, including electric bike holidays. Select your riding grade according to your fitness level. You can choose between a guided small group tour or a self-guided ride. There's something for everyone!

Leisure Cycling Tours in Italy

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