From Piedmont to Sicily: Cycle Italy’s Most Enchanting Landscapes

Ah, la bella Italia! If you’ve ever cycled its rolling vineyards and cypress-lined avenues, its beauty is something you’ll never forget. Picture yourself pedaling a quiet country road, the sun warming your face and the rolling Tuscan hills unfolding before you. A gentle breeze carries the scent of vineyards and olive groves, while the distant view of a medieval hilltop town promises a delightful stop for gelato. This is the magic of exploring Italy on two wheels—a journey that immerses you completely in the landscape, allowing you to discover its beauty at a pace that is both invigorating and fun. A cycling vacation with VBT is more than just a trip; it’s an invitation to connect with the heart of Italy, one pedal stroke at a time.

From the sparkling shores of the Adriatic to the vineyard-draped hills of Piedmont, each region offers its own unique adventure. You’ll follow routes that weave through history in the company of your Italian Trip Leaders—pausing to explore ancient Roman ruins, Renaissance art, and charming villages that feel wonderfully untouched by time. The experience extends far beyond the bike, as you savor leisurely meals featuring regional specialties and world-class wines. We handle all the details, from expert local guides to comfortable inns—leaving you free to simply ride, explore, and soak in the unparalleled culture and cuisine that make a cycling tour through Italy an unforgettable escape.

Explore the Vibrant Tapestry of Italy on Two Wheels

• Italy: Puglia’s Undiscovered Coast Guided Tour: With our deep roots in the region, VBT takes you beyond the main tourist attractions to discover authentic rhythms of daily life at the heel of Italy’s boot—with stays in luxurious agriturismi in Alberobello, Savelletri, and Salento. Our local connections love to go the extra mile for VBT guests. Why? Because we’re family.
• Italy: Puglia, Alberobello & Lecce Self-Guided Tour: Your Pugliese Local Host makes you feel like family on this self-guided tour—sharing deep cultural insights that add dimension to your independent exploration. Explore the UNESCO village of Alberobello, stay in the white-washed city of Ostuni, pedal cobalt-blue shores to Gallipoli, and experience the magical confluence of the Ionian and Adriatic seas in Santa Maria di Leuca.
• Italy: Tuscany, Chianti & Marina di Castagneto Guided Tour: On this unique cycling tour, we’ve paired the sun-soaked Tuscan seacoast with the lush vineyards of Chianti. Along the way, you’ll discover a 13th-century castle, learn about the importance of bee preservation at organic hives, visit a family-run olive oil mill, and master the art of Italian cooking in the kitchen of a quintessential Tuscan farmhouse.
• Italy: The Dolomites, Bolzano to Lake Garda Guided Tour: This VBT tour was the first to combine easy Dolomite bike paths with the stunning scenery of Lake Garda. It’s our local connections that make this tour a standout—as your local trip leaders introduce you to the people who call this incredible region home.
• Italy: Sicily, the Noto Valley & Syracuse Guided Tour: If you’re looking for the authentic Sicily, VBT’s local Trip Leaders are delighted to welcome you! Pedal gentle bike paths along coastal valleys—stopping for lunch with a local family. Stay in a 17th-century villa in Scicli and accompany a Sicilian truffle hunter on a search for this culinary prize.
• Italy: Piedmont, Langhe & the Italian Riviera Guided Tour: If you can’t decide between a trip to the seaside and a visit to Barolo wine country, this innovative cycling vacation has it all! Pairing the opulence of Langhe with the beauty of Liguria creates unparalleled experiences in wine, cycling, and gastronomy.
• Italy: Umbria, Spello, Montefalco & Assisi Guided Tour: With VBT’s deep Italian roots, we’ve found the most scenic, low-traffic cycling routes in Umbria and Le Marche. Join us on an epic spin through the “green heart” of Italy—including the stunning hilltop city of Assisi, the medieval walled village of Montefalco, and three nights in the enchanting hillside town of Spello.
• Italy: Southern Tuscany & Giglio Island Guided Tour: With 20 years of experience cycling the Tuscan coast, we know the best seaside routes, award-winning vineyards, and agriturismi that reflect the Maremma’s unique character. Pedal the shores of Giglio Island, learn to prepare Tuscan cantucci during a cooking class, and enjoy lunch with a Tuscan family at their home.
• Italy: Valleys of the Dolomites Guided Tour: This innovative cycling vacation combines the best of Italy’s Dolomite bike paths—creating beautifully diverse scenery on gentle valley routes. As you pedal into South Tyrol, you’ll discover the marriage of Italian and German culture that make this region unique.
• Italy: The Dolomites, Bolzano to Ora Self-Guided Tour: If you’ve ever dreamed of cycling the Pordoi Pass, this is your chance to coast down the switchbacks that have thrilled Giro d’Italia fans for years. Spin along quiet bike paths through the Val di Fassa and Val di Fiemme—suffused with South Tyrol’s famous culture, cuisine, and cycling.
• Italy: Sardinia, Carloforte, Sulcis & Chia Self-Guided Tour: If you’re looking for an off-the-beaten-path Sardinia cycling vacation with flexibility and support, you’ve found it! While most travel companies focus on Sardinia’s heavily-trafficked northeast seaboard, this VBT adventure avoids the tourist traps to bring you the island’s unsullied west coast.