Nove Colli Corto

STOP PRESS: Stage 13 of the Giro d'Italia to finish in Cesenatico on the Friday night of our Nove Colli weekend.

Our challenge for the weekend, the Nove Colli, is Italy's most popular granfondo, and it's not difficult to see why. Started in 1970 by a group of friends, the race now attracts over 10,000 riders from all over Italy and beyond.

Starting from Cesenatico, the route heads into the hills that mark the Marche / Emilia Romagna border. The hills come thick and fast and although the highest point, Monte Pugliano, at 791m is no alp, the constant undulations are sure to take their toll by the finish. With 200km to cover and total climbing of 3840m a tough workout is guaranteed.

Our base for the weekend couldn't be better to tackle the Nove Colli. Cesenatico is a vibrant sea-side fishing village turned resort with golden beaches that stretch as far as the eye can see. It also happens to be the start town for the Nove Colli. What better place to relax after a hard day in the saddle?

We've secured the best rooms in Cesenatico's Grand Hotel to give allow you to enjoy the Nove Colli in style. The beach is right on your door step allowing to perfectly combine riding and relaxation!

 What’s Included?

Four Star Accommodation (Single occupancy double room)
All breakfasts and evening meals at the hotels and restaurants
Airport transfer and travel to and from race
Experienced guide and dedicated support car on each ride
Complimentary Energy Drink and Bars
Cyclefilm Nove Colli Reconnaissance DVD
Race Registration

What’s Not?

Flights
Lunchtime meals
Travel Insurance
Alcoholic Drinks
Incidental Expenses

The Knowledge

• Tour: Nove Colli Corto
• Accommodation - weekend: 3 nights - Cesenatico
• Airport: Bologna
• Event: Nove Colli
• Other Activities: Nove Colli cycle village, Giro d’Italia race finish
• Price: £725 (single occupancy double room)
• Price: £660 (double occupancy twin room)

Nove Colli Corto

Friday 21 May

Arrival at Bologna Airport. Transfer by minibus to our base in Cesenatico. Take an early flight and catch all the action of stage 13 of the Giro d'Italia finishing in Cesenatico.

Saturday 22 May

Your bike will be unpacked and ready to go. We will join up with our lungo group today and enjoy a gentle spin along the back roads around Cesenatico. The aim is to spin the legs and loosen things up for the challenge tomorrow. Lunch will be had at a cafe en route. On our way back to the hotel we will visit the race village, pick up race numbers and sample the pre-race atmosphere. The rest of the afternoon will be free to relax and make final preparations for tomorrow. Your bike will receive a final check over from our mechanic and your race number fitted.

Sunday 23 May

The Big Day! The hotel will serve a breakfast suitable for the day's activities with generous helpings of pasta. We will then ride to the race start and arrive with enough time to grab a pre-race espresso or two. Your guide will be on hand to pass on some last minute words of wisdom and escort you to the starting pen. After a tough (and hopefully enjoyable) race, we'll meet you at the finish with some cold drinks and congratulations. Then we'll hit the pasta party for some serious refuelling and a chance to check the results board. A refreshing shower and perhaps a power nap await you back at the hotel. We will then venture into the old town and reward our efforts of the day with some great food and drink

Monday 24 May

A day to hit the beach, relax and enjoy your last few hours in Italy. Your bike will be packed up ready for your flight home. A minibus will take the short distance back to the airport.

Nove Colli Corto