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Spend a dream day in Italy on a top-class cycling trip through one of Liguria's most beautiful valleys. This is an area renowned for its authenticity, gastronomy, olive groves and vineyards, and also for its marvellous waterfalls & crystal-clear rivers nestling in the heart of the mountains.
Start from Ventimiglia, accessible by train, for this extraordinary day out: soak up the flavours of Italy & pedal softly along a seaside bike path, then join a riverside to follow the course of the Nervia valley to its most famous, wonderful and spectacular village:
Dolceacqua, its medieval bridge and castle & its labyrinth of narrow streets under arches (local produces: wines, olive oils). The village, which seduced the painter Monet, is particularly picturesque.
A 2nd medieval village in the valley with its succession of natural waterfalls & crystal-clear waters (take a dip in the river and admire remarkable natural sites).
Return via spectacular panoramic roads overlooking different valleys
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point in front of Ventimiglia train station (11 Piazza Cesare Battisti 18039 Ventimiglia) - Just at the Entrance The guide will be waiting for you with a sign displaying our company name, along with the e-bikes.
Itinerary
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1
Departure from the wonderful Italian Old Town of Ventimiglia, right after French/Italian border: a city plenty of very flowery tint colored streets & squares fortified just above the sea. Beautiful Market with delicious food. A great architecture, views over Roya Valley. We will stop at the Market (depending on day), make a stop for an exceptional Coffee & Pastry (if desired) and cycling on the city center and the seaside
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Let's enjoy the best natural gems of the valley: forests, rivers, waterfalls, bridges, villages, with a specialized guide which knows every corners and many secrets...
3 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Called the Red Field, let's enjoy its seaside until the green protected mouth of a river with birds, bamboos, wildness & beaches before to turn up the valley, following the river on a quiet cycle path with great views. Let's make a 1st stop to have a look o this nice baroque village, with great squares & surprising monuments (churches)
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Dolceacqua is probably THE best village of Liguria, the most picturesque, impressive & lively village around. Special interests for its medieval bridge and castle, its labyrinth of narrow streets under arcades and a tasting of local products (wines & olive oils). Optional visit to the castle (or free time or short walk). This village, which seduced the painter Monet, tell the intertwined history of the great Doria (Genoa) and Grimaldi (Monaco) families. Possible food, wine, olive oil & honey tastings Options: Cinema 3D and Castle Doria Museum
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
5
Main highlights the colorful old town, the squares, hikes in nature, natural waterfalls & crystal-clear waters (a highlight for canyoning and a remarkable natural site at the entrance to the Parco Naturale delle Alpi Maritime). Bring swimsuit & towell to take a dip in the fresh river Possibility to go to different villages of the valley depending on season, physical conditions & guide PREMIUM OPTION (ALL-INCLUSIVE) : Breakfast included (hot drink + pastry/salted speciality) Typical Ligurian lunch in one of the valley's best restaurants (hearty and delicious) to sample the best of Ligurian cuisine. Watch a multi-sensory 3D cinema documentary showing all the most beautiful wonders of the valley (35 mins) + scale models (village & castle) and unique wooden floors (exceptional woodwork).
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- All participants must be able to ride a bike
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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