A tough route from the Tiber Valley to Lake Trasimeno

This tough tour will start and finish in Umbertide and is a route that, in addition to being quiet from a traffic viewpoint, offers some of the most enchanting landscapes in all of Umbria. We will ride from the Tiber Valley to Lake Trasimeno on a route with numerous ups and downs but also quite challenging climbs, so this activity is not suitable for those who are not extremely physically fit. We will set off from Piazza Mazzini in the centre of Umbertide and head towards Castel Rigone taking the initial slopes on the most important climb on our route, the Colle Campana, an ascent that’s not too steep except in its final stretch. Once at the top of the hill, our reward will be the extraordinary panorama that ranges from the Umbria-Marche Apennines and Monte Tezio to Lake Trasimeno and Monte Amiata. Once the climb is over, we will tackle several kilometres of ups and downs that will lead us to the town of Castel Rigone where we will take a refreshing break and maybe visit the Santuario di Maria Santissima dei Miracoli, a 15^th-century building attributed to one of Bramante’s pupils and considered one of the finest examples of Renaissance architecture in Umbria. Our route will continue down a panoramic descent to the shores of Lake Trasimeno, where we will cycle along the lakefront to exactly where the Romans were severely defeated by Hannibal’s Carthaginians during the battle of Trasimeno in 290 BC. Once in Tuoro, we will leave the lake behind to begin climbing the Valico Gosparini pass, a beautiful 6-km climb that once completed will give us a magnificent view of Lake Trasimeno. We will continue downhill until we reach the Niccone valley where we will have the chance to stop to refresh ourselves at a small fountain near Niccone from which we’ll return to our starting point a few kilometres further on. However, if you still have enough energy, we advise you to extend the itinerary a bit and visit the medieval village of Montone, our expert guides will be happy to accompany you there too!

Plan

1
Briefing

h. 09:30
2
First part of the trail

h. 09:40
3
Lunch break

h. 13:00
4
Second part of the trail

h. 14:00

Recommended clothing

For this activity we recommend comfortable clothing that does not restrict your freedom of movement.
Bring a windcheater/anorak with you, even if the activity takes place in the summer months.
We recommend wearing the right footwear for the type of bike you are going to use.
We strongly recommend the use of a crash helmet suitable for biking.

We also recommend you bring:

A comfortable backpack suitable for cycling/walking
A warm sweater, such as a technical sports shir, for sudden drops in temperature
A change of clothes (especially socks) in case of sudden rain
Hat with a sun visor
Warm hat
Gloves
Sunscreen

Included

Expert guide
Mechanical assistance for repairs in case of punctures, problems with brakes or other malfunctions that can be dealt with on the spot.
In most cases a car will be on hand to provide any complex assistance or to keep drinks and food chilled.

Not included

Bicycles and related accessories are not included in this itinerary.

If you wish, you can choose bike hire from amongst our additional options. We will provide you with the bike that’s best suited to the type of route, taking your preferences into consideration, including helmets, pedaling accessories and spare parts for ordinary repairs. We have various types of bikes available, including e-bikes.

Time

The activity will last about 8 hours, including small stops. However, the duration may vary depending on the pace of the group and the need to take fewer or more breaks.

Languages

Italian
English

When

You can enjoy this experience throughout the year.

Children

This activity is also open to children provided they are accompanied by their parents.

Pet policy

We are sorry but no pets will be allowed to accompany you in this activity.

Requirements

To do this activity it is essential to have a good level of physical fitness and to be in good health.

Additional information

This activity includes a lunch break, so we advise you to bring a packed lunch or to select the option ‘packed lunch’ so that we can provide it for you. Don’t forget to tell us about any allergies, intolerances or other special dietary needs: we will be happy to adapt your lunch to your needs.

Important

This activity can only be undertaken in favourable weather conditions, which will be evaluated by our partner and confirmed 48 hours in advance. In case of poor weather conditions we will immediately contact you and propose an alternative activity or a refund of the price paid.
This activity is subject to our operators’ availability. We have a large selection of collaborators capable of leading this activity, but if on the day you selected we do not have operators availabile, we will immediately, or in any case within 48 hours of booking, suggest an alternative activity you might wish to do or the choice of receiving a full refund of the price paid.
The times shown in the program are indicative and may vary according to your requests or those of the other participants in the group. These are always and in any case previously agreed with our staff or with the guide.

Data sheet

Ropa

Se recomienda llevar ropa cómoda

Gorro abrigado

Gorra con visera

Una muda de ropa (especialmente calcetines)

Casco de protección adecuado al ciclismo

Anorak

Guantes

Zapatos que sean adecuados para ir en bicicleta.

Mochila cómoda para pedalear

Un jersey gordito, tipo maillot técnico

Protector solar

Incluido

Guía experto

En caso de asistencias más complejas, habrá un automóvil presente.

Asistencia mecánica para la reparación de pinchazos, frenos u otras averías que puedan ser reparadas in situ.

No está incluido

Bicicleta y sus accesorios

Todo aquello que no se indique bajo el epígrafe «qué está incluido».

Duración

La actividad durará unas 8 horas, incluyendo pequeñas paradas. La duración, sin embargo, puede variar dependiendo del ritmo del grupo y de la necesidad de tomar más o menos descansos.

Idiomas

Italiano

Inglés

Cuando

Puedes vivir esta experiencia durante todo el año.

Requisitos

Buena condición física y un buen entrenamiento.

Apropiado para niños.

Cuando estén acompañados por sus padres.

No se admiten animales

Lo sentimos, pero en esta activiadad no está permitida la compañía de animales.

Información adicional

Si lo deseas, puedes elegir entre nuestros servicios adicionales y el alquiler de bicicletas. Te proporcionaremos la bicicleta más adecuada para el tipo de recorrido, teniendo en cuenta tus preferencias, incluyendo casco, accesorios para pedalear y repuestos para las reparaciones que puedan surgir durante el día. Tenemos bicicletas de todo tipo, incluyendo bicicletas eléctricas.

Esta actividad incluye una pausa para almorzar, por lo que te recomendamos que traigas un almuerzo o selecciones la opción «almuerzo» extra para que nosotros te lo podamos proporcionar. No olvides informarnos de cualquier alergia, intolerancia u otras dietas especiales, estaremos encantados de adaptar el almuerzo a tus necesidades.

Importante

Esta actividad sólo se puede realizar bajo condiciones climáticas favorables, las cuales serán evaluadas por el guía y confirmadas 48 horas antes de la excursión. Si las condiciones meteorológicas no son las ideales, nos pondremos en contacto contigo inmediatamente en un plazo de 48 horas y te ofreceremos una alternativa o un reembolso del precio.

Esta actividad está sujeta a la disponibilidad de nuestros guías. Tenemos una gran selección de operadores cualificados para esta actividad, pero si en el día seleccionado no hay ninguno disponible, te ofreceremos inmediatamente, o en un máximo de 48 horas después de la reserva, una actividad alternativa o la opción de recibir un reembolso del precio de la experiencia.

Los horarios indicados en el programa son orientativos y pueden variar en función de tus preferencias o de las de otros participantes, siempre y cuando esté acordado con nuestro personal o con el guía.

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