Grand Tour 2027
Duration: 6 days and 5 nights
Date*
August 28 through September 12, 2026
Europe
Italy
Italian Riviera
A cycling vacation along the Mediterranean coast
Flight included
Duration
15 days
14 nights
Level
Level:
3 - Moderate - hilly, sometimes mountainous - 50 to 80 km
Dates and Prices
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Duration
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Duration
15
days
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14
nights
Prices starting at:
$0 per person
Guaranteed departure
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On the cliffside
In Italy, with its boot-shaped geography, the Riviera—which runs along the Mediterranean coast in the north of the country—is, in a sense, the equivalent of the knee. On this sunny route, you can choose between a coastal route, mainly between Diano Marina and Viareggio, or a more challenging climb into the hinterland.
Along the way, you’ll pass through Genoa, the birthplace of the explorer Christopher Columbus, and have the opportunity to visit the Cinque Terre and its villages, spectacularly perched on steep cliffs, whose multicolored beauty has earned them a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The last third of your trip will take a more cultural turn as you leave the riverbank behind and cycle east toward Pisa and Florence. This is Italy at its most charming—you might even find yourself kneeling in awe!
Package includes
air transportation of the passenger and his or her baggage on Air Canada;
transportation between the airport and the hotel at the destination, both on the way there and on the way back;
the bus transfer scheduled for Day 14;
14 nights in a three- or four-star hotel, based on double occupancy;
14 breakfasts and 3 dinners;
- luggage transport (one piece per person, maximum 20 kg);
- GPX data, maps, and daily itineraries in electronic format;
- mechanical repairs and access to a support vehicle;
- taxes;
- protection under the Travel Agent Customer Compensation Fund (FICAV), which amounts to $1 per $1,000 and the applicable discount.
Package includes
air transportation of the passenger and his or her baggage on Air Canada;
transportation between the airport and the hotel at the destination, both on the way there and on the way back;
the bus transfer scheduled for Day 14;
14 nights in a three- or four-star hotel, based on double occupancy;
14 breakfasts and 3 dinners;
- luggage transport (one piece per person, maximum 20 kg);
- GPX data, maps, and daily itineraries in electronic format;
- mechanical repairs and access to a support vehicle;
- taxes;
- protection under the Travel Agent Customer Compensation Fund (FICAV), which amounts to $1 per $1,000 and the applicable discount.
Package does not include
- Bicycle shipping fees on Air Canada flights.
- equipment, such as a bicycle.
- Travel and Trip Cancellation Insurance.
Package does not include
- Bicycle shipping fees on Air Canada flights.
- equipment, such as a bicycle.
- Travel and Trip Cancellation Insurance.
Additional Information
Departure/Return
Montreal-Trudeau/Nice
Venice/Montreal-Trudeau
For groups of 12 or more cyclists, accompanied by our guide.
Route rating: 3+ or 5
Moderately difficult route: hilly, sometimes mountainous; 50 to 80 km.
Additional Information
Departure/Return
Montreal-Trudeau/Nice
Venice/Montreal-Trudeau
For groups of 12 or more cyclists, accompanied by our guide.
Route rating: 3+ or 5
Moderately difficult route: hilly, sometimes mountainous; 50 to 80 km.
Check the elevation profiles
Check out the elevation changes along this route and plan your upcoming trip with all the information you need. Please note that the elevation changes are provided for informational purposes only and may not always reflect actual conditions on the ground.
Day-by-Day Cycling Itinerary
Short route: 481 km / Long route: 857 km
1
Day 1
Arrival in Nice and transfer to Diano Marina (1 hour 15 minutes).
2
Day 2
Free day or loop via Trinita, Borganzo, Diano Borello, Diano Castello, Imperia. Alternative route via Pontedassio, Borgoratto, Borgomaro, Pantasina, Vasia, Port Maurice, San Lorenzo al Mare, San Remo (28 to 70 km) or round trip to Imperia, Riva Ligure, Sanremo (65 km).
3
Day 3
Diano Marina, Marina di Andora, Albenga, Ceriale, Loano, Pietra Ligure, Noli. Alternative route via Moglio, Villanova d’Albenga, Cenesi, Zuccarello, Vecersio, Torrano (53 to 95 km).
4
Day 4
Noli, Savona, Celle Ligure, Varazze, Cogoleto, Arenzano, Pegli Pinasco, Genoa. Alternative route via Pero, Alpicella, Sciarborasca, Lerca (61 to 78 km).
5
Day 5
Genoa, Nervi, Pieve Ligure, Recco, Rapallo, Zoagli, Chiavari, Sestri Levante. Option via Uscio, Gattorna, Ferrada, Cicagna, Carasco, or a round trip to Portofino (53 to 73 km).
6
Day 6
A day off or a loop route via Cardini, Casarza Ligure, and Masso. Alternative route via San Bernardino, San Pietro Frascati, and Moneglia (33 to 46 km).
7
Day 7
Sestri Levante, Mattarana, Pogliasca, Borghetto di Vara, Padivarma, La Spezia, Porto Venere. Option via Pignone, Cinque Terre National Park (70 to 97 km).
8
Day 8
Porto Venere, La Spezia, Lerici, Montemarcello, Marina di Carrara, Forte dei Marmi, Viareggio. Alternative route via Luna, Vallecchia, Gragnana, Carrara, Massa, Pietrasanta (70 to 104 km).
9
Day 9
Viareggio, Massarosa, Filettole, Montuolo, Pontasserchio, Pisa. Alternative route via Stiava, Fibbiano, San Martino in Freddana, Sant’Alessio, Lucca (53 to 71 km).
10
Day 10
A day off or a short loop via Marina di Pisa and Tirrenia (40 km), or a long loop around Pisa via Gello, San Giuliano Terme, Santa Maria dell'Guidice, Verciano, Massa Macinaia, Pieve di Compito, Calci, Gabella, and Mezzana (61 km).
11
Day 11
Pisa, Navacchio, Cenaia, Cevoli, Santo Pietro Belvedere, Capannoli, Forcoli, Partino, Palaia, La Serra, San Miniato. Alternative route via Peccioli, Fabbrica, Montelopio, Montefoscoli (72 to 96 km).
12
Day 12
San Miniato, Ponte a Elsa, Pozzale, Montelupo Fiorentino, Ginestra Fiorentina, Mosciano, Scandicci, Florence. Alternative route via Bobolino, Montespertoli, Lucignano, San Quirico in Collina, Cerbaia (49 to 66 km).
13
Day 13
Day off.
14
Day 14
Transfer from Florence to Venice (3 hours and 15 minutes).
15
Day 15
Transfer to the Venice airport and return to Montreal.
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