Torbole harbor at Lake Garda with colorful boats moored at wooden docks. Traditional buildings line the waterfront with green mountains in background.

Group of cyclists with colorful clothing stopped on a paved path overlooking Lake Garda, Torbole town and dramatic mountains in Italy.

Group of cyclists with bikes on stone bridge over turquoise river in Valeggio sul Mincio, with medieval tower and colorful buildings visible.

Group of tourists in colorful sportswear standing on a stone bridge with flowers, approaching the medieval castle entrance in Sirmione.

Itinerary

Arrival at Lake Garda in Desenzano, tour information and bike handover (if booked) in the late afternoon. A first evening stroll in the old town centre is a good idea.

The day starts with a transfer by minibus to Trento (old town with cathedral, castle Buonconsiglio). Then, you will follow the river Adige via Rovereto to Mori. From here, you will cycle westwards in the direction of Lake Garda. After a short climb, you will cycle downhill towards the lake in Torbole and further to Riva. From here, a boat will then take you down the entire length of the lake and back to Desenzano.

You will take the train to Verona in the morning. The city of Romeo and Juliet with its Renaissance palaces, the Roman arena, and the many cosy places invites you to stay for a stroll. Over gently rolling hills, past cypress trees and vineyards, the tour will take you back to the southern shore of the lake – for Goethe the lake was “a delicious spectacle”, for the Roman poet Catull “a shining star”.

Beautiful trails will lead you along the river Mincio southwards to Mantova. The thousand-year-old town of the royal Gonzaga family impresses its visitors with its art and beauty. The Castello S. Giorgio and the Palazzo Ducale, the Piazza Sordello with the house of Rigoletto, the cathedral, the Piazza Broletto with the old city hall, the Piazza Erbe with the courthouse palace, the clock tower, the rotunda of San Lorenzo, and the Basilica of St. Andrew are worth seeing. The train will take you back to your hotel.

Today, you will follow lonely roads, through vineyards, peach orchards, and kiwi plantations to Solferino – The place, where Garibaldi united Italy in the famous “Battle of Solferino”. On your way back to Lake Garda, you will cycle through the area where the delicious wines of Lugana are grown.

Today, you will ride your bicycle along the lake shore towards Cavalgese di Riviera and get some unforgettable views of Lake Garda. Then, you will follow the Naviglio Grande Bresciano (canal with bike path) to Brescia – a city of Roman origin with many more places of interest. The train will take you back to Desenzano.

After breakfast, individual return journey or extension at Lake Garda.

Tour character

Easy to moderate

The route is flat to slightly hilly. You cycle on cycle paths, side roads and sometimes on country lanes. Heavy traffic must be expected at times when entering and leaving the city.

Map showing cycling routes around Lake Garda with white dashed lines connecting towns like Riva, Torbole, Verona, Mantua, and Brescia.

Prices & Dates

Printed route book – sustainability with Rückenwind

Your travel package includes a digital route book as standard. If you would like a printed version, please let us know when you book. The surcharge is € 20 per route book and you will receive your copy on site. Join us in contributing to even greater sustainability!

Prices per person in EUR

Services & extras

Services

Included

6 nights at Hotel Lido International
breakfast
1 bus transfer Desenzano - Trento incl. bike
1 train journey Brescia - Desenzano incl. bike
1 train journey Mantua - Desenzano incl. bike
1 train journey Desenzano - Verona incl. bike
Personalised tour information (DE, EN)
Well-prepared itinerary
Digital travel documents
Navigation-App and GPS-Data

Not included

Arrival and departure
parking fees
Spa and local taxes where applicable
transfers
Optional sightseeing tours
city maps
travel insurance
Expenses for personal use

Extras

Arrival / parking / departure

Desenzano del Garda railway station
Verona, Venice, Treviso or Bergamo airport
Public car park approx. € 17,- per day

Hotel

Hotel Lido International, Desenzano

★ ★ ★ ★

The hotel is particularly characterised by its impressive location. Situated directly on the waterfront, the historic centre of Desenzano can be reached in just a few minutes. The rooms we booked have a view of the lake and there is a beautifully designed pool to cool off in. The host family Ferrari and their staff are particularly friendly.

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Further information

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