Tour Factsheet - BikeRentalsPlus

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Self-Guided Bicycle Tours in Italy:
Bicycle Romagna, Heartland of Italy's Homemade Pasta
Tour Facts Sheet.
This tour allows you to explore the famous ceramics town of Faenza, medieval villages such as Brisighella
and Dozza and the planned renaissance village of Terra del Sole, built by the Medici family to protect the
northern flank of Tuscany in 1564. Start in Ravenna once the capital of the Western Roman Empire and
cycle through Romagna region all the way to Bologna, the culinary capital of Italy. Easy, flat rides and
more serious hill rides make for a cycling paradise through the heartland of homemade pasta, so don't wait
until you arrive to Bologna to delight your culinary taste buds with freshly made "tagliatelle", "lasagna",
"ravioli" and more, all washed down with local Sangiovese wine.
Highlights
Price
Includes
Countries
Begin/End
Wide choice of easy or challenging rides,
Medieval town of Brisighella , Ravenna and
its 6th century mosaics, Bologna and its
60km of porticoes, Faenza, one of Italy's
most famous ceramics towns, Wine village
of Dozza and Emilia-Romagna Regional
Wine Museum, Planned Renaissance town
of Terra del Sole built by the Medici family
in 1564
€1250
Single Supplement: €250 (singles
traveling with others pay a 200€
supplement)
GROUP DISCOUNTS 5% (on groups of
4 or more)
7 nights lodging in 3-4 star hotels, all
breakfasts, 2 dinners; use of a high quality
titanium racing or hybrid bicycle; bike
delivery and collection; use of GPS with
preloaded tracks; detailed routes
description; map; dinner suggestions;
luggage transfer
Visit our website for tour dates, price and full
itinerary description at bikerentalsplus.com.
Do you need more information? Read our Self
Guided Tour FAQ Sheet here.
Italy
Ravenna/Bologna
Arrive/Depart Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Total
Distance
Daily
Distance
What to
Expect
Rating
Terms
240 - 316 km (150- 196) more by choice
0 - 74 km (0 - 46 miles) No mileage on
rest days by choice
Choices of easy rides on the flat or serious
hill rides for those with energy to burn
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Optional hill rides make this a dream trip
for those who want to alternate easy rides
with more challenging rides.
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Tour’s Dates:
Tour can start any day of the week.
Your Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Ravenna. Fit bicycles
Highlights: Byzantine mosaics, 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Arrive in Ravenna today, once the capital of the Western Roman Empire.
Your centrally located hotel allows you to walk to Dante's Tomb and the
UNESCO World Heritage mosaics of San Vitale, Sant'Apollinare Nuovo and
the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia this afternoon. Don't miss these early
Byzantine churches with their colorful mosaics that draw travelers from
around the world.
Day 2: Ravenna to Faenza
Highlights: Faenza International Ceramics Museum and Renaissance Town
Square
Exiting Ravenna you have the choice to visit another very important
Byzantine masterpiece: Sant'Apollinare in Classe. Cross the plains through
fruit plantations and arrive to Faenza. Your hotel is a restored convent near
the central square of this regional market center and famous ceramics town.
Enjoy the bustle in the market square and the main "piazza" which is always
full of bicycle riders of all ages. Faenza is world-renowned for its hand
decorated ceramics; we recommend a visit to the International Ceramics
Museum as well as several of the local artists' studios specialized in this
colorful pottery.
Mileage: your option
Accommodation:
Ostello Galletti Abbiosi
(www.galletti.ra.it)
Mileage: 51 km (32 miles)
Accommodation:
Hotel Vittoria
(www.hotel-vittoria.com)
Day 3: Loop ride to Castrocaro and Terra del Sole
Short option. Mileage: 39 km (24 miles)
Highlights: Sixteenth century planned Medici
Fortress town of Terra del Sole; alternative bicycle
ride over Monte Trebbio
You have two options today. Both include a ride to
Terra del Sole, a border town built by the Medici
family in 1564 to protect the northern frontier of
Tuscany designed with the new Renaissance concept
for the "Perfect City". On your way to Terra del Sole
you'll pass by our headquarters so we'll plan to show
you around, give you morning coffee and cake and
send you on your way. Those who want an easy day
will ride to Terra del Sole and back to Faenza at the
base of the low foothills, giving you time to take it
easy in any of the towns today. Those with more
energy can climb one of the most famous mountain
rides for cyclists in the area, Monte Trebbio.
Long option. Mileage: 78 km (49 miles)
Accommodation: Hotel Vittoria (www.hotel-vittoria.com)
Day 4: Bicycle Faenza to Brisighella and on to
Riolo Terme
Highlights: Medieval Brisighella; Via degli Asini
Enjoy a quiet ride through vineyards and kiwi
orchards on your way to the enchanting Medieval
town of Brisighella. You should certainly plan to
explore the historic town center and to see the unique
Via degli Asini, one of the best preserved medieval
artisan streets anywhere in Italy. The homemade
pasta in Brisighella is worth a lunch stop (and the
gelato is not bad, either)! Your ride continues on to
your Agriturismo, a country house hotel with a
working farm just outside Riolo Terme. Dinner is
included tonight.
Accommodation: Agriturismo Rio Manzolo
(http://www.riomanzolo.it/)
Day 5: Riolo Terme loop ride
Highlights: Delightful hill and ridge rides through
vineyards and orchards; alternative easy ride to
Castel Bolognese
Today offers options for the avid cyclist and options
for the more relaxed rider. Riolo Terme is a spa town
so you can always elect to relax in town, enjoy a
plethora of thermal water spa treatments, play a round
of golf, get a massage, and just take it easy. We'll
recommend a long ride into the hills for those wanting
to put some hill rides on their legs and an easy ride to
Castel Bolognese for those who want just a little
exercise. Dinner is included tonight.
Accommodation: Agriturismo Rio Manzolo
(http://www.riomanzolo.it/)
Day 6: Bicycle from Riolo Terme to Dozza
Highlights: Wine village of Dozza; beautiful views
across the Po Valley: wall murals in Dozza
Your ride today takes you through more vineyards and
rich orchards to the Medieval hill town of Dozza,
famous for its wall murals. The castle in Dozza houses
the Emilia-Romagna Regional Enoteca or wine
museum. Regional specialties include the red
Sangiovese (father grape of Chianti) which is gaining
more and more worldwide recognition as an important
wine in and of itself, the light and fizzy Lambrusco
from the hills of Modena and Bologna (excellent
accompaniment to the regional cold cuts like
prosciutto and salame), or the sweet Albana di
Romagna. Plan to arrive mid-afternoon so you can
tour the castle and taste a little wine!
Accommodation: Albergo Ristorante Cane’
(www.ristorantecanet.it)
Day 7: Bicycle from Dozza to Bologna
Short option. Mileage: 45 km (28 miles). Then by
train from Budrio to Bologna.
Highlights: Bologna - Italy's culinary capital
We'll leave the hills of Dozza to ride to Bologna
today, Emilia Romagna's administrative capital, and,
arguably, its culinary capital too. Home to the oldest
continually operating university in the world, Bologna
has a long tradition of studies, arts, and gastronomy.
Speaking of gastronomy, Bologna gave birth to the
mortadella, vulgarly distorted abroad as "bologna,"
although the fresh, artisanal mortadella has nothing to
do with processed ham! Make sure you put this
Accommodation: Hotel Touring (www.hoteltouring.it)
culinary delight on your 'must try' list!
NOTE: This hotel itinerary is subjected to changes according to availability. City taxes are not included.
LODGING UPGRADE:
Room upgrades are possible in some hotels. Ask for availability.
GTA: How to get there and away
Starting point:
Ostello Galletti Abbiosi – Via Di Roma, 140 - Ravenna
The airport closest to the tour start is Bologna’s Marconi Airport.
Take a shuttle bus to Bologna train station, then a train to Ravenna.
Private transfer is available from Bologna airport to hotel in Ravenna for 135€ for 2 to 4 people (subject to
change depending on arrival time and flight delays).
Ending point:
Hotel Touring, Via De' Mattuiani, 1/2 40124 - Bologna
You can fly out from Bologna’s Marconi Airport.
Private transfer is available from your hotel in Bologna to Bologna airport for 35€ (subject to change
depending on departing time).
Once you book the tour we will send you detailed information and different options on how to get to the
starting point and away from the ending point of the tour.
Luggage Transfers
Luggage transfer is included in your package. Normally, the luggage is collected from 09.00 am at the
reception of the hotel and is delivered at the following hotel by 3.30 pm.
Every luggage must be marked with a visible luggage tag. Please make sure yours have correct tags.
If your luggage is not ready by the time the driver comes to collect it, you may need to have to pay directly a
local taxi for the service.
Please consider that the luggage is not insured during the transport. You need to have your own insurance.
Do not leave valuables or fragile items in your luggage.
Normally you cannot use the luggage transport service to skip the stage. In case you need help to skip the
stage, please contact our emergency number.
Services available at an additional cost (ask for prices and availability)
Private transfer from Bologna airport to hotel in Ravenna: 135€ for 2 to 4 people (subject to change
depending on arrival time and flight delays).
Private transfer from hotel in Bologna to Bologna airport: 35€ (subject to change depending on departing
time).
Electric bikes available for an extra charge (see below).
Extra nights are available in Ravenna or in Bologna. Ask for details.
Your roadbook
Here below you’ll find a snapshot as a sample of what you’ll have in your roadbook day by day.
As you can see you will find the map with the marked itinerary, the elevation profile, maps for entering and
leaving a towns and step by step instructions. Together with this we’ll provide cultural information, lunch
and dinner suggestions, list of bike shops and taxi numbers.
Bicycle Specification
All bikes come with a pump, rear rack, lock, and an under-seat pack that contains a spare tube, tire irons,
and patch kit. We can provide flat pedals, with cage but no straps or with cage and straps: you can choose
the type you prefer during the bike fitting. We don't provide clipless pedals as there are different kinds, so
you'll have to bring your own pedals with you and we'll mount them on your rented bike. The bikes come
also with a rear rack bag for carrying personal items.
Accessories on request:
Accessories provided:
Titanium Road Bike
Frame / Fork
Front Derailleur Crankset
/ Shifters
Rear derailleur /Cassette
Weight
Equipment
Van Nicholas Yukon 3AL /2,5V Titanium road frame and Ax
carbon Audax fork
Shimano Ultegra or Shimano 105 10 triple crank 10 speed: 3039-52 or 50 T
Shimano Ultegra 10 speed:
12-27 or 11-28
8.3kg / 18.2 lbs. (size 56)
cyclometer, pump, lock, and an under-seat pack that contains a
spare tube, tire irons, and patch kit
Titanium Hybrid Bike
Frame/Fork
Van Nicholas Amazon 3AL /2,5V Titanium hybrid
frame, available alsoas hybrid mixte or stepthrough frame
/Van Nicholas Slx carbon fork
Shifters/Front
derailleur/Crankset
Rear derailleur/
Cassette
Weight
Equipment
Shimano SLX 3x10 shifters, front derailleur
and crankset (24,32,42 teeth or 26, 36,46 teeth)
Shimano SLX long cage rear derailleur with 11-34
cassette
11,5 kg
cyclometer, pump, lock, and an under-seat pack thatc
contains a spare tube, tire irons, and patch kit
Tandems
Tandem bike with 27 speed gearing; our tandem bikes are always in demand--please get your reservation in
early!
SIZES AVAILABLE (Front/Rear):
Large/Small, XLarge/Small, XLarge/Medium , Jumbo/Medium
see chart for more specific measures
FRAME
FORK
CRANK
BOTTOM BRACKET
SHIFTERS
COG SET
CHAIN
FRONT DERAILLEUR
REAR DERAILLEUR
RIMS
HUBS
TIRES
BRAKES
HANDLEBAR
STEM
HEADSET
BRAKE LEVERS
SPOKES
GRIPS
SADDLE
SEAT POST
TANDEM ROAD, SMARTFORMED 6061 ALLOY, 1.5 HEAD
TUBE, BB30
CANNONDALE FATTY TANDEM, OPI, 1.5" STEERER
FSA GOSSAMER TANDEM, 52/39/30, 42T TIMING
FSA MEGAEXO, W/ ECCENTRIC BB30
SHIMANO 105 5700
SHIMANO TIAGRA 4600, 12-30, 10-SPEED
KMC X10 DRIVE, X9 TIMING
SHIMANO 105 5700, 31.8 CLAMP
SHIMANO 105 5700
DT SWISS TANDEM, 36-HOLE
DT SWISS TANDEM
CONTINENTAL GATORSKIN, 700X25C, FOLDING
SHIMANO R515 MECHNICAL DISC, 180/203MM
CANNONDALE C3 COMPACT, 2014 ALLOY, 31.8 / C3
BULLHORN STOKER
CANNONDALE C3 1.5", 3-D FORGED, 6 DEG. / C3
EXTENDER STOKER
TANGE CUSTOM 1.5"
SHIMANO 105 5700
DT SWISS TANDEM
CANNONDALE 3.5MM W/ GEL BACKING GRIP TAPE
PROLOGO T2.0
CANNONDALE C3, ALLOY, 31.6X350MM FRONT /
27.2X350 REAR
E-bikes
We are pleased to introduce our new hybrid style pedelecs (pedals assisted bikes). These bikes are excellent
quality and feature state of the art technology and are a fantastic option for bicycle travelers who need a
little push. Although you still have to pedal the E-bike drive provides a nice boost for your efforts. For
example when your pedal stroke increases to get up a hill so does the amount of power the electric motor
outputs. Less effort on your part translates to less power assist.
Please note:
• E-bike rentals are not included in the tour price. For 7 to 8 day tours there is €205 fee, ask for price
for a longer tour.
• We limit the number of e-bikes to two per departure.
• The e-bike drive automatically switches off if speeds exceed 25km/h (15 mph).
• Though the bikes are very quiet the electric engine does produce a light but constant noise.
• The bikes can be ridden without assist though as mentioned above they are much heavier than a
regular bike.
• Operating range depends on many factors such as the assistance level, gear switching behavior,
route profile, head wind, temperatures but in general the average range of our battery packs is
110km (68 miles).
Shifters
Tires
Weight
Equipment
11-speed drive train with gear ratios very similar to those on a
mountain bike
700x40 Schwalbe Energizer Pro tires that feature an anti-puncture
layer, good grip, and minimal rolling resistance.
24 kg / 53 lbs.
cyclometer, pump, lock, and an under-seat pack that contains a
spare tube, tire irons, and patch kit
Trailer for child XLC Mono BS-C01 2014
Single-seater with safety flag, stroller kit and walker kit (16” front wheel), double cover (against insects and
bad weather).
Innovative folding system, parking brake easily usable in order to lock the wheels.
Reflective materials for the marking of the height and width of the trailer.
TÜV certificate with Toxproof quality seal.
• Places: Single-seater
• Shoulders width: 44cm
• Leg length: 60cm
• Head Height: 61cm
• Seat: 5-point harness
• L x W x H: 106cm / 70cm / 81cm
• L x W x H folded 109cm / 70cm / 26cm H
• Handle height: 95-107cm
• Weight / load: 14kg / 35kg
• Frame: steel, aluminum body, bumpers
• Wheel size: 47- 406/20 x 1.75 steel wheels with spokes in zinc
• Helm attack Ø 28.6mm
• Suitable for a baby seat (bottle holder Weber)
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