Self-Guided Cycling Tours & Trips in Italian Lakes District

Pedal through Northern Italy's Italian Lakes District on this self-guided cycling tour, covering routes from Bussolengo to Verona (40 km) and along the western shore to Salò (55 km). Ride the newly completed Lake Garda cycle path from Limone sul Garda to Malcesine with flexible distance options of 20-60 km per day. Stay in 3-star and 4-star accommodations with breakfast buffets, luggage transfers, and a navigation app to guide you through lakeside villages and Alpine foothills.

You'll navigate on your own using GPS through Trentino Alto-Adige's alpine valleys, cycling from Merano's spa town to Verona over 5 days. The route goes through Bolzano, Trento, and Rovereto, where southern atmosphere meets mountain landscapes, with daily rides ranging from 55-75 km. Support is available 24/7, and you'll use the INNTOUR navigation app as you follow vineyard-lined routes.

Cycle through rolling hills around Lake Garda, checking out Parco Sigurtà's botanical gardens and medieval village of Borghetto by Mincio River. Pedal from Peschiera del Garda to Sirmione to see ancient Grotte di Catullo Roman ruins above the lake's blue waters.

Bike through South Tyrol's Adige Valley on your own, starting in spa town Merano and finishing at Lake Garda near Riva and Torbole. The route takes you past vineyards around Mezzocorona and through old Salurner Klause passage before climbing to Passo San Giovanni at 287 meters, then it's downhill to the deep blue lake.

Cycle 45 km from Desenzano through Lugana wine areas to Peschiera fortress, then ride along flower-lined paths in Garda under pine trees. Follow the Adige cycle route north through fruit orchards to Torbole with Valle del Sarca views, reaching Riva at the lake's northern end.

Start by pedaling the Ciclopista del Sole from Peschiera del Garda, following Mincio river with stops in Desenzano and Sirmione before you reach Brescia's Roman ruins. Then cycle through Franciacorta's vineyards, passing the Benedictine abbey in Rodengo Saiano and Passirano's medieval castles on your way to Lake Iseo's Sebino Nature Reserve.

Pedal along the Valtellina cycle path from Bormio to Colico Piano, following the River Adda through the Rhaetian Alps and their terraced vineyards. Cycle through medieval Mazzo di Valtellina, the gateway to the legendary Mortirolo climb, and pass riding stables and an ostrich farm near Campovico. This self-guided route covers 114 km over 4 days with luggage transfers, ending at Lake Como's shores.

Start in medieval village of Borghetto VR, where you'll pedal past ancient watermills along Mincio River and check out UNESCO-listed fortifications of Peschiera del Garda. Then cycle the famous Sirmione peninsula to see Scaligero castle and sample Valpolicella Classico reds in hillside vineyards.