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Girolibero Cycling holidays

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Cycling holidays with Girolibero

Cycling is on your bucket list but you’re not sure where to start? Don’t worry: we have plenty of routes designed for people just like you, ready to discover the world by bike. All that’s left is to find your favourite destination, whether it is in Italy, Croatia, Greece, or one of the most beautiful cycling routes in Europe, and set off with us.

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Everything is taken care of

Girolibero is the perfect choice for anyone who wants to travel by bike but needs logistical support and wants to rely on an experienced tour operator. We take care of all the organisation: your bike is waiting for you at the starting point, accommodation is pre-booked, and your luggage arrives at the hotel before you do. To follow the route, we provide detailed information materials or a dedicated tour leader, plus assistance seven days a week.

Why Girolibero?

We have been organising cycling holidays for over 20 years, with our headquarters in Vicenza, in the heart of north-east Italy. On our Original tours, you’ll ride one of our own bikes, assembled and maintained by our mechanics in Vicenza. Wherever our bikes don’t reach, you’re in the hands of carefully selected local partners who share our standards and our passion for cycling travel.

A route for every cyclist

Whether you are a first-timer looking for flat bike paths and short stages, or a more experienced cyclist ready to take on hilly terrain and longer days in the saddle, we have a tour that fits. And if you need an easier day, most of our itineraries allow you to shorten or skip a stage without any fuss. Not sure which level is right for you? We can help you figure it out.

Tours

Self-guided cycling tours (31 tours)

On self-guided tours, you set the pace, choose when to stop and how long to linger. We handle everything else: hotels booked, luggage transported, maps and GPS tracks ready to go. All you have to do is pedal. From the Dolomites to Tuscany, from Puglia to the Loire Valley, the route is yours to enjoy.

Guided cycling tours (34 tours)

Prefer company on the road? Check out our bike and barge tours: you cycle by day and sleep aboard your own floating hotel, with breakfasts and dinners served on board by the captain and crew. A dedicated guide leads the way while you enjoy the scenery, the food and the company of fellow cyclists from all over the world. From the canals of the Netherlands to the Dalmatian coast of Croatia, from the hills of Provence to the Greek islands, there is always a new destination to discover and new people to discover it with.

Themes

For families (6 tours)

Our family-friendly tours average 35 km per day on bike paths and roads away from traffic, with plenty of opportunities for breaks: villages, museums, castles, as well as playgrounds, adventure parks, beaches, and farms. By staying in family rooms, children and teens pay less. You can rent bikes and accessories suitable for transporting even the youngest children. Doesn’t it sound like a great idea for a family adventure? Discover more about cycle trips for families.

FAQ

Our promise to those who travel with us is this: cycle easy, travel light. These words capture the essence of what we do. Choose your favourite cycling holiday and leave the rest to us: itinerary, handpicked accommodation, luggage transfer between stops and multilingual dedicated assistance. If you choose a self-guided cycling tour, you follow the stages at your own pace with route maps; if you join a group tour, just follow your guide.

On self-guided bike tours, we provide everything you need to find your way: detailed maps and route descriptions, in printed or digital format depending on the trip. Some trips also include the Ride with GPS app, with GPS tracks and route content, available offline too. On guided group tours, your guide takes care of everything — you just follow along.

Not at all. Our tours are designed for people who enjoy cycling, not competitive athletes. We have five difficulty levels, ranging from flat and easy routes (around 30 km/day) to more demanding rides with climbs. If hills worry you, renting an e-bike solves the problem. You can check the difficulty level on each trip page.

You can rent the bike that suits you best — it will be ready and waiting at your starting point. You can choose between an e-bike and a standard bike and, if you’re travelling with family, there are plenty of accessories for children of all ages, from child seats to bike trailers. On some trips you can also bring your own bicycle. Check the trip page for full details on available bikes.

Yes, on almost all our trips you can rent an electric bike — a great help when the stages are hilly or when the heat kicks in. If you want to find out more before deciding, our blog has everything you need to know about e-bikes: how they work and why you might want to choose one.

Every morning you leave your luggage at the reception desk and we take care of transporting it to your next accommodation. We will provide you with luggage labels and drop-off times. During the day, you can carry your essentials in the side bag provided with your rental bike. The service is always included in the price. Cycling light makes all the difference.

Accommodation varies depending on the trip. It can range from hotels and guesthouses to B&Bs and private rooms, or even boats if you choose a bike and barge tour. We handpick every property with care, favouring those conveniently located along the route. Breakfast is always included. For full details, check the “Comfort” section on the trip page.

Every bike tour includes: handpicked accommodation with breakfast, luggage transfer, route materials and multilingual assistance. Depending on the trip, you can add extra services to your quote, such as bike rental, meals, extra nights and transfers.

Yes, and that’s one of the best things about self-guided tours. You pick the date that suits you, within the tour’s season (usually April to October). A few tours have fixed start days for logistical reasons — this is always flagged on the tour page.

We strongly recommend it. A good policy should cover medical expenses, trip cancellation and cycling-specific incidents. Travel insurance is not included in the tour price and must be arranged independently before your trip.

It is simple: select your trip, get your quote, and book directly online by filling in the required details and paying a deposit by credit card or bank transfer. Within 3 working days we will send you a confirmation email or an update. If you have any questions or doubts, get in touch. We are available by phone or email.

Assistance

Luggage transportation
Traveling light makes all the difference! All travel itineraries come with our signature luggage transport service: simply leave your bags at the front desk each morning and we’ll drop them off at your next lodging.

 

Tour information
We’ll send you all the tour information before you set off on your adventure. It contains practical information, instructions on how to reach the starting point, a list of hotels, and answers to frequently asked questions. For our self-guided tours, we’ll also hand over detailed maps and roadbooks, in either physical or digital format, so you can follow the route on your own.
No need to worry about figuring out which turn to take if you opted for one of our group trips; in this case, your chaperone will gladly tell you where to go next!

 

Need help?
We plan your trip carefully to prevent any mishaps, but in case you need assistance, we’re available for support 7 days a week, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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Have you ever tried a bike and barge?

Holidays along rivers, canals and coastal routes, with cycling by day and overnight stays in a floating hotel that follows cyclists stage by stage

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Why Girolibero?

At the office, in the workshop, aboard our boats, and while traveling around Europe, we coordinate logistics in synergy from our headquarters in Vicenza and our operational bases

Girolibero behind the scenes

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