Pisa > Bologna

Join us for an unforgettable second week of the 2025 Giro d’Italia through Tuscany and Lombardy. Experience the stunning landscapes and savour the regions’ renowned culinary delights and cultural heritage.
Ride the famous gravel sectors of stage 9’s Strade Bianche, finishing at Siena’s iconic Piazza del Campo. Watch the pros battle it out in the ITT between historic Lucca and Pisa, then test yourself on the challenging Apennine climbs, including the formidable San Pellegrino.

As a Premium Official Tour Operator, we offer you unprecedented access to cycling’s most prestigious Italian race. Our exclusive partnership grants us entry to VIP hospitality areas for prime race viewing, plus extraordinary experiences including the privilege of riding from the official start line and celebrating on the winner’s podium after crossing the finish line! This isn’t just watching the race – it’s living it!

The highlight of this trip? You’ll be joined by Tour de France champion and Giro d’Italia icon Cadel Evans for an extraordinary VIP experience. The cycling legend will personally host you in VIP Michelangelo start line hospitality zone and team paddock, then accompany you on a ride. Cap off this once-in-a-lifetime day with an intimate farewell dinner hosted by Cadel – this exclusive opportunity is truly what cycling dreams are made of.

Tour Highlights

  • Premium 4* accommodation
  • Witness the excitement of 5 Giro d’Italia stages LIVE!
  • Ride and dine with Australian cycling legend, Cadel Evans who will share his insights on the race, his local roads, prolife in the peloton and even host us for a private group dinner
  • Ride the final portion of the Strade Bianche gravel stage across the official finish line and stand on the winner’s podium on stage 9
  • Watch along from the best seats in the house in VIP Leonardo finish line hospitality on stage 9
  • Witness the thrill of the ITT roadside in Pisa
  • Conquer the iconic Giro d’Italia climb Alpe San Pellegrino
  • Experience the Stage 13 start from VIP Michelangelo hospitality and visit the team paddock hosted by Cadel Evans

*Spectator and rider friendly tour

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Day 1

Benvenuti in Italia - Your 2025 Giro d'Italia journey starts here!

May 17, 2025 / Difficulty
/ Distance 40km

The Mummu Cycling team will meet you at the Firenze Santa Maria Novella Train Station and then transfer you to the elegant Hotel Harmonia, in the heart of Pontedera. This 4-star property sits in Pontedera’s historic center.

Once you’ve checked in and settled into your room, we’ll introduce you to our dedicated bike facility where our expert team will provide a brief welcome and assist with your bicycle setup. You’ll then have free time to discover the local eateries for a leisurely lunch.

Later, join our seasoned guides for an introductory ride to fine-tune your bike fit. Our support vehicle will shadow the group, ready to provide technical support and refreshments throughout.

After returning and refreshing, we’ll culminate the day with a special welcome dinner at a selected local restaurant. Here, you’ll bond with fellow cyclists over authentic Italian dishes while sharing in the anticipation of the upcoming Giro d’Italia experience.

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Day 1

Benvenuti in Italia - Your 2025 Giro d'Italia journey starts here!

May 17, 2025

The Mummu Cycling team will meet you at the Firenze Santa Maria Novella Train Station and then transfer you to the elegant Hotel Harmonia, in the heart of Pontedera. This 4-star property sits in Pontedera’s historic center.

Once you’ve checked in and settled into your room, we’ll introduce you to our dedicated bike facility where our expert team will provide a brief welcome and assist riders with their bicycle setup. You’ll then have free time to discover the local eateries for a leisurely lunch.

Your afternoon is free to discover the charms of Pontedera at your own pace. Whether you’d like to sample local cuisine at nearby restaurants, browse the town shops and boutiques, or simply unwind at the hotel after your journey – the choice is yours.

After the riders return and refresh, we’ll culminate the day with a special welcome dinner at a selected local restaurant. Here, you’ll bond with fellow cyclists over authentic Italian dishes while sharing in the anticipation of the upcoming Giro d’Italia experience.

Register Here
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Day 2

Ride gravel sections of the famous Strade Bianche route, cross the Stage 9 finish line and take a trip to the official podium!

May 18, 2025 / Difficulty
/ Distance 40km

Start your day with a filling breakfast to power you through the incredible adventure ahead!

Dressed in your Mummu kit, we’ll transport you to our starting point along Stage 9’s route. Experience the famous white gravel roads of the Strade Bianche before making your triumphant arrival at Siena’s magnificent Piazza del Campo! Feel the rush of adrenaline as you ride through the red flame marking the final kilometer, then cross the actual finish line while spectators cheer you on. Cap off your ride with photos on the winner’s podium – the very same spot where today’s champions will celebrate their victories!

Next, indulge in our exclusive VIP Leonardo finish-line experience. Enjoy unlimited beverages and delicious Italian appetizers while watching the race unfold on large screens. As the professional cyclists make their final approach, you’ll have an unmatched view of their explosive finish. Raise a glass to celebrate the winners from the finest viewing location available.

When the excitement winds down, we’ll head back to the hotel. Your evening is yours to unwind and savour the memories of this remarkable day.

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Day 2

Ride gravel sections of the famous Strade Bianche route, cross the Stage 9 finish line and take a trip to the official podium!

May 18, 2025

Start your day with a filling breakfast to power you through the incredible adventure ahead!

Today we’ll transport you and our riders to our starting point along Stage 9’s route. Our riders will get to experience the famous white gravel roads of the Strade Bianche before arriving at Siena’s magnificent Piazza del Campo! You’ll have the chance to cross the actual finish line with our riders before taking photos on the winner’s podium – the very same spot where today’s champions will celebrate their victories!

Next, indulge in our exclusive VIP Leonardo finish-line experience. Enjoy unlimited beverages and delicious Italian appetizers while watching the race unfold on large screens. As the professional cyclists make their final approach, you’ll have an unmatched view of their explosive finish. Raise a glass to celebrate the winners from the finest viewing location available.

When the excitement winds down, we’ll head back to the hotel. Your evening is yours to unwind and savour the memories of this remarkable day.

Register Here
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Day 3

Rest Day

May 19, 2025 / Difficulty
/ Distance 60km

Today is a rest day for the Peloton so we get to enjoy our own itinerary! We’ll enjoy a bit of a lie in and have breakfast at leisure before kitting up and heading out on long ride from the hotel.

Once back at the hotel, the afternoon will be yours to relax and explore the local surrounds of Pontedera and all it has to offer. Pontedera is home to the headquarters of the Piaggio company, the Castellani winery and the Amedei premium artisan chocolate factory so there’s plenty of options to choose from!

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Day 3

Rest Day

May 19, 2025

Today is a rest day for the Peloton so we get to enjoy our own itinerary! You can enjoy a lie in and a leisurely breakfast whilst our riders head out for a ride from the hotel.

The morning and afternoon will be yours to relax and explore the local surrounds of Pontedera and all it has to offer. Pontedera is home to the headquarters of the Piaggio company, the Castellani winery and the Amedei premium artisan chocolate factory so there’s plenty of options to choose from!

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Day 4

Stage 10 individual time trial between historic Lucca and Pisa

May 20, 2025 / Difficulty
/ Distance 40km

Start your day with a wholesome breakfast at the hotel before setting off on today’s adventure!

We’ll begin with a leisurely 1.5-hour ride to the historic city of Pisa. Here, we’ll watch Stage 10’s 28km individual time trial course from our roadside marquee with a picnic lunch, getting as close to the action as possible!

Pisa, famous for its Leaning Tower, also boasts a beautiful cathedral, a baptistery, and a historic city centre, offering plenty to explore between cheering on your favourite riders!

After the time trial concludes, we’ll ride back to the hotel for a relaxing evening at your leisure.

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Day 4

Stage 10 individual time trial between historic Lucca and Pisa

May 20, 2025

Start your day with a wholesome breakfast at the hotel before setting off on today’s adventure!

Today our riders will begin their day with a leisurely 1.5-hour ride to the historic city of Pisa. We’ll follow them and make our way to the historic city. Here, we’ll watch Stage 10’s 28km individual time trial course from our roadside marquee with a picnic lunch, getting as close to the action as possible!

Pisa, famous for its Leaning Tower, also boasts a beautiful cathedral, a baptistery, and a historic city centre, offering plenty to explore between cheering on your favourite riders!

After the time trial concludes, we’ll head back to the hotel for a relaxing evening at your leisure.

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Day 5

Tackle the iconic San Pellegrino in Alpe climb and watch stage 11 roadside

May 21, 2025 / Difficulty
/ Distance 30km

Begin your day with a hearty breakfast before checking out. Dressed and ready to ride, we’ll transfer to Campia to tackle the challenging San Pellegrino in Alpe climb. This iconic pass, which last featured in the Giro d’Italia 25 years ago, boasts gradients of up to 15% in its final kilometres—a true test for your climbing legs!

After the ride, you’ll have time to freshen up and change into clean clothes before settling in roadside under the Mummu marquee. Here, a picnic and refreshments will be ready as we await the pros. Once the peloton has passed, we’ll head to our new hotel in the heart of Bologna.

Renowned as Italy’s foodie capital, Bologna is celebrated as the birthplace of some of the country’s most beloved dishes. Tonight, we’ll enjoy a well-earned group dinner and reflect on today’s epic ride over great food and company!

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Day 5

Tackle the iconic San Pellegrino in Alpe climb and watch stage 11 roadside

May 21, 2025

Begin your day with a hearty breakfast before checking out. We’ll transfer to Campia where our riders will tackle the challenging San Pellegrino in Alpe climb. This iconic pass, which last featured in the Giro d’Italia 25 years ago, boasts gradients of up to 15% in its final kilometres – a true test for their climbing legs!

We’ll drive up the climb in our accredited vehicles to get a comfortable idea of what the pros are up against! Whilst we wait on our riders, we’ll be settling in roadside under the Mummu marquee. Here, a picnic and refreshments will be ready as we await the pros. Once the peloton has passed, we’ll head to our new hotel in the heart of Bologna.

Renowned as Italy’s foodie capital, Bologna is celebrated as the birthplace of some of the country’s most beloved dishes. Tonight, we’ll enjoy a well-earned group dinner and reflect on today’s epic ride over great food and company!

Register Here
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Day 6

Ride off the opening stage start line & along the closed race route

May 22, 2025 / Difficulty

Start your day with breakfast before gearing up in your Mummu cycling kit for an unforgettable experience exclusive to Official Tour Operators. We’ll transfer to Modena, where you’ll have the extraordinary opportunity to start from the official Stage 12 start line. Ride the course on closed roads, following the race caravan and leading the way ahead of the professionals – a true bucket-list moment!

After your thrilling ride, take time to freshen up, change, and enjoy watching the race roadside as it passes by. We’ll then gather for a group lunch before returning to Bologna for a relaxed evening at your own pace.

Bologna is a paradise for food lovers with so many of the country’s iconic food products originating here. From tortellini, ragù, and lasagne to its famous cured meats like mortadella, the city offers a feast of iconic dishes – be sure to savour them all!

 

 

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Day 6

Ride off the opening stage start line & along the closed race route

May 22, 2025

Start your day with breakfast before we transfer out to Modena. Today our riders will have the extraordinary opportunity to start from the official Stage 12 start line. They’ll get to ride the course on closed roads, following the race caravan and leading the way ahead of the professionals – a true bucket-list moment!

We’ll follow behind in the vans and enjoy watching the race roadside as it passes by. We’ll then gather for a group lunch before returning to Bologna for a relaxed evening at your own pace.

Bologna is a paradise for food lovers with so many of the country’s iconic food products originating here. From tortellini, ragù, and lasagne to its famous cured meats like mortadella, the city offers a feast of iconic dishes – be sure to savour them all!

Register Here
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Day 7

See the Stage 13 Start from VIP Michelangelo hospitality and visit the team paddock with Cadel Evans!

May 23, 2025 / Difficulty

Start your morning with breakfast and pack your cycling kit as we make our way to Rovigo, the “City of Roses,” for the Stage 13 start.

Today you’ll be treated to a once-in-a-lifetime experience – an unforgettable day with cycling icon Cadel Evans, Giro d’Italia legend, winner of the 2011 Tour de France and one of cycling’s most celebrated champions. Get exclusive access to the VIP Michelangelo hospitality zone and team paddock where the pros will sign on for the days stage. Cadel will personally guide you in the hospitality zone where you’ll be right at the heart of the action, with opportunities to see some of the sport’s biggest stars up close.

After witnessing the exhilarating stage start, you’ll have a chance to change into your cycling kit and we’ll ride back to our hotel in Bologna with Cadel personally guiding you on the road. Catch the remainder of the day’s relatively flat stage on TV, where sprinters will battle for victory. This evening, we’ll gather for a group farewell dinner hosted by Cadel and our crew, to celebrate the unforgettable memories of this incredible journey together!

Register Here
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Day 7

See the Stage 13 Start from VIP Michelangelo hospitality and visit the team paddock with Cadel Evans!

May 23, 2025

Start your morning with breakfast and pack your cycling kit as we make our way to Rovigo, the “City of Roses,” for the Stage 13 start.

Today you’ll be treated to a once-in-a-lifetime experience – an unforgettable day with cycling icon Cadel Evans, Giro d’Italia legend, winner of the 2011 Tour de France and one of cycling’s most celebrated champions. Get exclusive access to the VIP Michelangelo hospitality zone and team paddock where the pros will sign on for the days stage. Cadel will personally guide you in the hospitality zone where you’ll be right at the heart of the action, with opportunities to see some of the sport’s biggest stars up close.

After witnessing the exhilarating stage start, we’ll head back to the hotel where you can catch the remainder of the day’s relatively flat stage on TV, where sprinters will battle for victory. This evening, we’ll gather for a group farewell dinner hosted by Cadel and our crew, to celebrate the unforgettable memories of this incredible journey together!

Register Here
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Day 8

Grazie e arrivederci!

May 24, 2025 / Difficulty
/ Distance No Ride

After breakfast and checking out, we’ll transfer you to the Bologna Train Station to continue your journey. Thank you for being a part of this incredible experience – we hope it’s left you with unforgettable memories and helped you check off a few cycling bucket list dreams.

We’d be thrilled to welcome you back for another cycling adventure in the future! Safe travels!

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Day 8

Grazie e arrivederci!

May 24, 2025

After breakfast and checking out, we’ll transfer you to the Bologna Train Station to continue your journey. Thank you for being a part of this incredible experience – we hope it’s left you with unforgettable memories and helped you check off a few cycling bucket list dreams.

We’d be thrilled to welcome you back for another cycling adventure in the future! Safe travels!

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Inclusions

  • 7 nights in premium 4-star accommodation
  • Joined by former professional cycling legend Cadel Evans for a day on tour
  • Daily gourmet breakfast
  • 3 Group Dinners
  • Ride through the Official Finish Line on Stage 9 and Winner’s Podium experience
  • VIP Leonardo Finish Line Hospitality on Stage 9
  • Ride off the Official Start Line on Stage 12
  • VIP Michelangelo Start Line Hospitality & team paddock access on Stage 13
  • Tackle the Alpe San Pellegrino climb
  • Ride Stage 9 Strade Bianche gravel sector
  • Roadside viewing for Stage 10 ITT in Pisa
  • Transfers from Florence Santa Maria Novella Train Station on arrival
  • Transfers to Bologna train station for departure

Exclusions

  • Flights
  • Visas
  • Travel Insurance
  • Bike Hire – available on request

RRP Prices available in four currencies:

EURO

€6,395 per person, twin share

€895 single supplement

UNITED STATES DOLLARS

$6,645 per person, twin share

$945 single supplement

AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS

$10,845 per person, twin share

$1,525 single supplement

BRITISH POUND

£5,625 per person, twin share

£785 single supplement

Add Ons
Bike Hire – FACTOR O2 hire bikes available on request ($1,025 AUD / $665 USD / €645)
BYO Pedals, helmet, shoes

Additional information

Land Arrangement

Single, Twin Share Solo, Double, Twin Share, Triple

Pisa > Bologna

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