Italy 2026

With a choice of three different ways to take in the delights of Emilia Romagna, Tuscany and the Appenines

Italy 2026

With a choice of three different ways to take in the delights of Emilia Romagna, Tuscany and the Appenines

The overview

One beautiful country, two ways to see it


The beauty of the country will be a lasting memory, from the food to the sights. Starting on the Adriatic east coast we'll take you across the rolling Apennines, through the stunning city of Florence, across the plains of the River Arno, past Pisa's famous tower and celebrate your arrival at the Tirrenia coast in the east. From sea to sea, enjoy the glory of Italy - you just need to choose how fast you'll do it!


Whichever ride you choose, fly into Bologna and out from Pisa. We'll transfer you and your luggage from/to each airport. If you choose coast to coast over three days, there's also an option for us to collect and return your bikes and luggage from / to

the UK.


Chase the Sun - coast to coast in one day


Depart from Pantani’s hometown of Cesenatico on the Adriatic sea, to reach the Tirrenia coast, east to west, from sunshine to sunset. The most romantic long-distance cycling challenge, climbing mountains, through vineyards and vistas, 280+ kilometers and 3300m elevation.


Coast to coast - three days


Take the time to savour the country, it's stunning scenery, beautiful food and cycling heritage.


Day 1 depart from Rimini and recreate the 2019 Giro d'Italia time trial to San Marino. After San Marino we follow stage 1 of the 2024 Tour de France (albeit in reverse!) all the way to Florence. We'll overnight in the spa town of Bagno di Romagno nestled in the Apennine hills where you can take advantage of the spa facilities before an evening meal in a beautiful converted chapel.


Day 2 enjoy the stunning green hills, dotted with red roof tiles as we conclude the bulk of the Apennine climbs. Still following the 2024 Grand Depart your lunch will be served at the exact same spot that the first King of the Mountain's points were awarded. Then descend into the stunning Medici city of Florence entering across the Ponte Vecchio with time to explore the sights of the city before enjoying the wonderful Tuscan cuisine.


Day 3 has a different character as cross the plains shaped by the River Arno, with the option of a last climb for your own KoM points, the route will take past Pisa's famous leaning tower and then out to the Tirennian coast at the Marina de Pisa, before turning back inland for a gentle ride back to Pisa and more of that delicious Tuscan cuisine.    


The routes


View all of the routes on Ride with GPS - here


Chase the Sun - 277km, 2,397m

Chase the Sun with optional final climb - 282km, 2924m


Coast to Coast day 1

Rimini to Bagno di Romagno via San Marino - 113km, 2,408m


Coast to Coast day 2

Bagno di Romagno to Florence - 119km, 1,769m


Coast to Coast day 3

Florence to Marina di Pisa,m via Pisa - 140km, 1,480m

The detail and the cost

What's included (and what's not!) Chase the Sun Coast to Coast Option 1 Coast to Coast Option 2
We do all the logistics, planning, organising & communication pre ride - all you have to do is go pedal! Y Y Y
We'll keep you updated with ride communication through this page on gopedal.net Y Y Y
We'll plan and desktop check all routes, with electronic route files available through Ride with GPS Y Y Y
We'll collect your bikes and your luggage from the UK and transfer them to / from Italy, so you travel cabin bag only. (Single pick up location, TBA) Y
You'll be met at Bologna airport and transferred to the start at Cesenatico / Rimini (single transfer) Y Y Y
Two nights accommodation, B&B for night 2, separate rooms Y
Four nights accommodation, B&B each night, separate rooms Y Y
Luggage transfers from hotel to hotel in Italy Y Y Y
Go Pedal ride support on ride each day, nutrition, mechanical and emergency support Y Y Y
Restaurants booked for night 1 evening meal (cost of meal not included) Y
Restaurants booked for each night's evening meal (cost of meal not included) Y Y
Cost per person - based on a group of four people £1,500 1,890 £1,990

What's not included


- Flights

- Evening meals

- Additional purchases not provided by Go Pedal

The detail and the cost

What's included (and what's not!) Chase the Sun Coast to Coast Option 1 Coast to Coast Option 2
We do all the logistics, planning, organising & communication pre ride - all you have to do is go pedal! Y Y Y
We'll keep you updated with ride communication through this page on gopedal.net Y Y Y
We'll plan and desktop check all routes, with electronic route files available through Ride with GPS Y Y Y
We'll collect your bikes and your luggage from the UK and transfer them to / from Italy, so you travel cabin bag only. (Single pick up location, TBA) Y
You'll be met at Bologna airport and transferred to the start at Cesenatico / Rimini (single transfer) Y Y Y
Two nights accommodation, B&B for night 2, separate rooms Y
Four nights accommodation, B&B each night, separate rooms Y Y
Luggage transfers from hotel to hotel in Italy Y Y Y
Go Pedal ride support on ride each day, nutrition, mechanical and emergency support Y Y Y
Restaurants booked for night 1 evening meal (cost of meal not included) Y
Restaurants booked for each night's evening meal (cost of meal not included) Y Y
Cost per person - based on a group of four people £1,500 1,890 £1,990

What's included

  • All the logistics, planning, organising & communication pre ride - so all you have to do is go pedal!
  • Ride communication through this page on gopedal.net
  • Plan and desktop check all routes, with electronic route files available through Ride with GPS
  • Coast to Coast option - we collect your bikes and your luggage from the UK and transfer them to / from Italy, so you travel cabin bag only. (Single pick up location, TBA)
  • You'll be met at Bologna airport and transferred to the start at Cesenatico / Rimini (single transfer)
  • CTS - two nights accommodation, B&B for night 2, separate rooms
  • C2C - four nights accommodation, B&B each night, separate rooms
  • Luggage transfers from hotel to hotel in Italy
  • Go Pedal ride support on ride each day, nutrition, mechanical and emergency support
  • CTS - Restaurants booked for night 1 evening meal (cost of meal not included)
  • C2C - Restaurants booked for each night's evening meal (cost of meal not included)
  • Transfers of luggage / bikes to Pisa airport


And what's not

  • Flights
  • Evening meals
  • Additional purchases not provided by Go Pedal


Costs

Costs per person, based on a group of four


Chase the Sun - £1,500


Coast to Coast 1 - £1,890 (you fly your bikes and luggage)


Coast to Coast 2 - £1,990 (we take your bikes and luggage)