La Via Claudia

Question 1

Where does the tour start and end?

Answer

The tour starts and ends at the Verona airport (VRN).

Airport transfers are included in the cost of your holiday. We ask that you fly into and back from Verona airport (VRN). Please aim to arrive between 09.00 and 16.00 and depart between 10.30 and 19.00. (if you arrive/depart outside of these days, the transfer is not included).

Question 2

How long is the tour? How many days cycling?

Answer

The tour is 8 days long with 6 days of cycling.

Question 3

What's the tour like?

Answer

Designed to retrace the steps of the ancient Roman route across the Alps, most of the riding of the Via Claudia follows quiet, mixed-use cycle paths (both cyclists and pedestrians) and quiet country roads.

The route will take you along Alpine valleys, with daily climbs averaging around 300m /985 ft, with a downward bias overall as you follow rivers towards the sea.

Only around 15% of the route sees you sharing the road with low levels of traffic, with some busier roads as you enter the towns of Merano, Trento and Verona.

Is this suitable for you?

Maybe you have recently got into cycling and would like to do more over consecutive days, or maybe you‘re looking for a more energetic alternative to your usual holiday? If you‘re looking for an opportunity to try some quiet roads, cycle paths or some accessible, cycle-friendly routes these holidays might be for you.

You’ll come across some gently undulating terrain and the odd cheeky challenge, so we’d generally expect those on a Grade 2 holiday to ride their bikes relatively frequently at home, perhaps commuting to work or heading out for some leisurely rides at the weekend.

Question 4

What equipment is provided?

Answer

The tour operator provides everything except a bike (although you are able to hire these), personal equipment and clothing. If you are taking your own bike, it is imperative that it is in good mechanical order. If you are not mechanically minded, you are advised to take your bike to a local bicycle dealer for a service.

You will need to bring your own accessories including helmet, gloves and hydration pack / bottles for drinking water. It is also a good idea to bring shoes suitable for walking along with your cycling shoes, a light but waterproof rain jacket and a fleece / warmer layer for mornings and evenings.

While riding it is compulsory that you wear a helmet. If you don’t have a helmet or don’t intend to bring your own the tour operator may, subject to availability, be able to provide one on request. You will not be permitted to ride unless you wear a helmet.

Question 5

Is there a peak season surcharge?

Answer

The price on the ‘Dates and Price’ page serves as a guide since the rate can vary depending on your chosen dates. A peak season surcharge of GBP190/person is applicable on departures from 18 June - 3 September 2024. This will be automatically added to your booking if any of the dates above are selected.