Italian cycling tour specialists, A’qto have launched their most extensive cycling tour schedule to date, adding three thrilling new guided experiences through Puglia, and the Dolomites & Veneto to their extensive 2019 tour offering. With destinations ranging from the legendary passes of the official Giro d’Italia route, to the medieval cobblestone streets of Tuscany, and the spectacular coastal roads of Puglia, A’qto offers memorable experiences on and off the bike on nine fully-guided group tours.
A’qto’s Italian immersions deliver truly authentic local experiences, with bilingual hosts facilitating guided rides, traditional Italian hospitality, and a multitude of off-the-bike activities for cyclists and non-riding partners alike. Founders, Damian Hancock and Nancy de Losa, have been operating cycling tours for four years. Beginning with local Australian tours, in 2015 A’qto’s offering evolved to include an extensive selection of high-quality, immersive Italian cycling tours.
With tour group sizes limited to 12 guests, comprehensive ride support and an inclusive non-riding partner program available, A’qto’s tours guarantee smooth and enriching Italian adventures.
Crucially, A’qto values balance, and throughout each of their guided Italian cycling tours, guests are provided ample opportunity to spend time away from the bike. The A’qto team understands Australians’ approach to travel and are as passionate and knowledgeable about traditional Italian hospitality and creating experiences that take guests behind the tourist curtain, as they are about cycling. Guests are indulged with plentiful, authentic regional cuisines and wine throughout the truly immersive cultural journeys.
Ranging from $4,995 to $5,995, A’qto guarantees small group sizes, fully supported rides, and an inclusive non-riding partner program for the following 2019 tours:
*NEW* Tour of Puglia, May & September 2019 – A land of discovery and adventure, Puglia is the perfect place to explore on a bike. With its quiet roads winding past rock walls, abundant olive groves and the unique trulli, this land between two seas offers much more than terrific cycling. A’qto’s cycling tour of Puglia journeys through the region’s authentic food and wine culture and diverse blend of unique accommodation styles to take guests behind the typical postcard scenes. Enjoy the slow pace of life, warm turquoise seas, and southern Italian culture.
In 2019, A’qto will host two tours of Puglia on 10th to 18th May and 31st August to 8th September for $5,995 per person twin share.
For additional tour information, visit https://www.aqtocycling.com/travel/puglia-cycling-tour/
*NEW* Dolomites & Prosecco Road, July 2019 – Test yourself in the heart of the Italian Dolomites, where majestic rugged peaks of spectacular proportions provide the backdrop to challenging ascents and superb descents. After taking on legendary passes in Alta Badia made famous by the Giro d’Italia, A’qto’s tour rolls into Veneto and through the vineyards of Prosecco Road, where riders and non-riders alike are rewarded with enriching gourmet and cultural experiences that feed the senses and soul in equal measure. Hosted by professional bilingual guides, A’qto’s meticulously designed travel program offers guests a truly authentic local experience.
A’qto’s Dolomites & Prosecco Road cycling tour is limited to 12 highly-sought after places and runs from 20th to 27th July 2019 for AUD$5,495 per person twin share.
Learn more at https://www.aqtocycling.com/travel/dolomites-prosecco-rd-cycling-tour/
Giro d’Italia & Great Italian Peaks, May 2019 – For those hungry to taste the challenge and reward offered by the pinnacle of Italian cycling, A’qto offers a tour of the final stages of the official Giro d’Italia route. Following the Giro in its final week, the tour delivers an up-close experience of the stage starts and finishes, over mountain passes and valleys cycled by the pros. Throughout the 9-day adventure, guests are afforded ample time away from the action of the race to absorb the climbs, scenery, culture and warm Italian hospitality of the diverse regions traversed by the Giro.
A’qto’s 2019 Giro d’Italia tour runs from 24th May – 1st June 2019 for AUD$5,995 per person twin share.
For additional information, visit https://www.aqtocycling.com/travel/giro-d-italia/
Tour of Tuscany, June & September 2019 – The undeniable romance of Tuscany has long drawn travellers from near and far, and Aqto’s Tour of Tuscany delivers the best of this scenic region’s charm and elegance. Cyclists will be rewarded with magical panoramic views beyond each sweeping turn of the quiet country roads and medieval cobblestoned streets, while beyond the bike A’qto hosts guests at a carefully selected range of family-run traditional villas and boutique hotels. Long, warm days ensure ample time to absorb the enriching history, culture, and importantly the cuisine of the region.
In 2019 A’qto will host two Tours of Tuscany, on 14-22nd June and 14-22nd September for $5,995 per person twin share.
To book, visit https://www.aqtocycling.com/travel/tour-of-tuscany/
La Fausto Coppi Gran Fondo, June 2019 – This tour culminates in A’qto’s guests riding one of the highlights of Italy’s Gran Fondo calendar, the 1-day event honouring Italy’s greatest cyclist and the Champion of Champions, Fausto Coppi. This tour delivers exhilarating riding on the narrow winding roads of Piemonte’s revered wine region, breathtaking views of the surrounding snow-capped Alps, and sensational regional cuisine, before taking on the spectacular Colle di Fauniera climb for the Fausto Coppi Gran Fondo. Beyond the bike, A’qto offers a range of enriching activities, including private wine tastings, daily aperitivo hour, and long leisurely lunches.
A’qto’s La Fausto Coppi Gran Fondo & Piemonte tour is limited to 10 highly-sought after places. It runs from 23rd June to 1st July 2019 for AUD$5,995 per person twin share.
Learn more at https://www.aqtocycling.com/travel/coppi-gran-fondo/
Piemonte at Harvest, October 2019 – An indulgence in simple pleasures, A’qto’s tour of Piemonte at harvest unlocks the splendour and joy of this revered wine region and the home of the Slow Food movement. Nestled between the stunning Mediterranean and striking Alps, quiet rolling hills and world-class gastronomic experiences abound in the as yet relatively undiscovered Piemonte. With a different ride on offer each day, guests are thoroughly immersed in the picturesque scenery of the gourmet food and wine capitals including, Alba and Barolo and are indulged by a diverse range of food and wine experiences that are often only available at this very special time of year.
Experience Piemonte at Harvest with A’qto from 11th-17th October 2019, for $4,995 per person twin share.
To book, visit https://www.aqtocycling.com/travel/piemonte-harvest/
*SOLD OUT* L’Eroica, October 2019 – A personal favourite of A’qto founder Damian Hancock, L’Eroica is a unique experience celebrating the ‘golden years’ of cycling. On this tour vintage steel frames and woollen jerseys are matched with unforgiving and testing climbs taking in the best Chianti has to offer. A’qto’s tour guarantees ride entry to your choice of the five iconic L’Eroica rides, six days of lead-up riding to familiarise yourself with the Strade Bianche, a first look at the event’s iconic vintage bike market, and beautiful villa accommodation in the heart of town. Guaranteed comprehensive back up support delivers security and peace of mind. Beyond the ride, A’qto’s hospitality is second to none with guests treated to wine tastings and dinners at superb Tuscan estates, and traditional home-cooked meals showcasing the best of the region’s autumnal produce.
A’qto’s L’Eroica 2019 tour is sold out. Join L’Eroica in 2020 from 28th September to 5th October with A’qto for $5,495 twin share.
For more information, visit https://www.aqtocycling.com/travel/leroica/
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