Susanna Allegri Lago Iseo Trasporto e Bike Tour www.lagoiseotrasportoebiketour.eu Mail: [email protected] Cell. +39 340 6301313

Along the River Bike Path

Awarded the recognition as the most beautiful bike path in by “Italian Green Road Award” Guide Prize in 2019. Valle Camonica Valley, , Montisola up to

First part

Departure by bike from Tonale Pass, on the border with Trentino, surrounded by the mountains which witnessed the Great War, and at the foot of Mount Adamello. Off to , nice town in the High Mountain in Camonica Valley, where the two springs Frigidolfo and Narcanello merge to create the River Oglio. Then on to the land of the prehistoric Camuni, the first Italian Unesco World Heritage site of petroglyphs. We will ride along the historic Valeriana Road, which was once the only possible connection to the Venetian Republic.

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We will reach , fundamental crossroad and junction between Camonica Valley and Valtellina (Switzerland) since ancient times, nowadays well known for its Mountain University. Discover this amazing land and its tastes, stop at a typical Italian trattoria and then off to ancient hamlets, castles and fortresses built on the remains of old dwellings dating back long before Medieval times.

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Susanna Allegri Lago Iseo Trasporto e Bike Tour www.lagoiseotrasportoebiketour.eu Mail: [email protected] Cell. +39 340 6301313

We will be riding partly along the lake and through old ruined villages, discovering how art developed in this valley. Mount Concarena and Pizzo Badile Camuno will show us wonderful views; we will find out what Brè is and visit the lodge where wine and microbrew are aged.

Finally here we are by the lake!

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Susanna Allegri Lago Iseo Trasporto e Bike Tour www.lagoiseotrasportoebiketour.eu Mail: [email protected] Cell. +39 340 6301313

We will head off along its bank as far as the pier and embark on the ferry with our bikes. Then reach Montisola, one of the most beautiful locations in Italy. Here River Oglio flows into Lake Iseo, which marks the border between the provinces of and . Montisola is the biggest inhabited European lake Island, where famous artist Christo achieved his work Floating Piers (2016), whose pictures you will see on display. We will go on cycling a complete round-trip of the island and even up to the Virgin Mary of the Ceriola, if you wish. Lunch or coffee break at a beautiful panoramic terrace. Also, the Net Museum is not far, it tells about the life of women on this amazing Island, where the youngest master carpenter lives.

We will board the ferry back, and ride to Franciacorta through vineyard on a dirt road, surrounded by the mountains that protect the area and make it famous for its wines, the green fields and the lines between Lake Iseo and the Sebino peat land. We will come across the “Gimondi Bike” track , going through villages, wine farms, castles and wine cellars, tasting the worldwide famous Franciacorta bubbly.

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Susanna Allegri Lago Iseo Trasporto e Bike Tour www.lagoiseotrasportoebiketour.eu Mail: [email protected] Cell. +39 340 6301313

And here we come to the end of the first part of the River Oglio bike path, from which we may either go on or set off on another occasion, visiting walled cities, the countryside and the town of Cremona, renowned for its torrone and violin makers. In this second part of the tour we will see the way the river as well as its use change, and feel how its inhabitants are bound to it. And there the Oglio flows in the River , under a bridge made of boats, dating back to 1926. And now? Of course we can’t stop here… and to conclude our adventure, with a little effort, we will reach wonderful Mantova!

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Susanna Allegri Lago Iseo Trasporto e Bike Tour www.lagoiseotrasportoebiketour.eu Mail: [email protected] Cell. +39 340 6301313

Period:

All year long unless it snows. Advisable departures from Saturday to Tuesday. Personalized departures available on request. Departure time to be agreed on according to pick-up points. Approximately at 8.30 am from and villages within 15 km. At about 7.30 am from your accommodation and within 50 km.

What to know:

The tour is not particularly tough, but you may need fair training and the ability to keep riding for 4 days. Plan your tour in advance , it will be easier for you to get a better price by joining other participants. Two fares available according to pick- up and drop off points at the end of the 4 days. Departure from Lovere and within 15 km (e.g.: , Boario Terme, , ).

Pick-up at the airport or at your accommodation within 50 km from Lovere (e.g. : Bergamo, Brescia, Val di Scalve or Val Seriana)

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Susanna Allegri Lago Iseo Trasporto e Bike Tour www.lagoiseotrasportoebiketour.eu Mail: [email protected] Cell. +39 340 6301313

1. Van reservation available.

2. Total cost of the tour depending on the number of participants.

3. Trek X-Caliber 8 bikes and two E-bikes Trek included in the offer. For any further E-bike price will be provided on request.

4. 10% family discount only for children aged from 14 to 18 years old.

5. Compulsory helmet.

Booking:

Within 15 days from departure, which will be agreed on and carried out according to availability. Payment by credit card, bank transfer or PayPal: 50% on booking and balance 7 days before departure.

As for the 3 overnight stays + breakfast and dinner, we will provide you with any further information so that you will be able to book accommodation on your own or with of one of our trusted agencies.

Arrangement and price upon reservation by contacting: phone number +39 340 6301313 or writing an email to [email protected]

The offer includes:

• Transfer by authorized van for non-scheduled public transport. NCC as taxi, people and bikes as planned. • Certified MTB Guide. • Trek X-Caliber 8 bikes and two E-Bikes Trek Powerfly 5+. • Helmet and lights. • Luggage transfer to every destination. • Entrance to the Unesco World Heritage petroglyphs park. • Snack and drink on the 1st and 2nd day.

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Susanna Allegri Lago Iseo Trasporto e Bike Tour www.lagoiseotrasportoebiketour.eu Mail: [email protected] Cell. +39 340 6301313

• Ferry ticket for people and bikes + landing tax on Montisola. • Appetizer at the end of the 3rd stopover. • Visit to a wine cellar and tasting - not included for underage. • Medical and luggage insurance. • Bike loading and unloading if you wish to take your own bikes.

The offer does not include:

 Lunch ( we may stop at a typical Italian trattoria and taste local dishes ) and anything not mentioned in the above list.

To be agreed upon according to your needs and requirements on booking: • Accommodation, dinner and breakfast to be arranged on your own or with of one of our trusted agencies. • Tour of the 3 Isles (on request) • Entrance to the Net Museum (on request) • Touristic guide at the Unesco World Heritage petroglyphs park (on request) • E-Bikes exceeding the two already included in the offer.

COSTS:

Departure from Lovere and villages within 15 km starting from 270,00 Euros per person, 2 to 8 pax maximum.

Departure from Lovere and villages within 50 km from Lovere (e.g. : Bergamo, Brescia, Val di Scalve o Val Seriana) return 310,00 Euros per person.

Lenght:

3 nights 4 days

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Susanna Allegri Lago Iseo Trasporto e Bike Tour www.lagoiseotrasportoebiketour.eu Mail: [email protected] Cell. +39 340 6301313

Booking and cancellation.

Booking within 15 days from departure by mail . [email protected] or phone: +39 340 6301313.

Visit the website: www.lagoiseotrasportoebiketour.eu

Cancellation 15 days before departure is not allowed due to organisational reasons. We will reserve the right to put the tour off prior notification to participants.

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