Authentic Abruzzo Cycling 6D5N (Hidden Villages, Timeless Traditions & Breathtaking Vistas), Fully Guided

- The departure is Casanditella. The tour begins with a pickup at 2 p.m on Day 1.

- The finish point is Santo Stefano di Sessanio. A group transfer to Pescara train station leaving the hotel at 10.30 a.m.

- The nearest airport to Casacanditella is Abruzzo International Airport (PSR) in Pescara, located approximately 18.7 km (11.6 miles) from the city centre.

April - October (best weather for cycling). The climate of Abruzzo presents a tale of two distinct characters, shaped by its unique geography that stretches from the soaring Apennine Mountains to the gentle Adriatic coastline. This dual nature creates a varied temperature profile across the region. Along the coast, you will discover a classic Mediterranean climate, where summers are warm and inviting, with average temperatures often reaching between 28°C and 30°C. Winters remain mild, seldom seeing temperatures drop below 5°C. As you venture inland and ascend into the mountainous interior, the climate transforms dramatically. Here, the experience is continental, defined by cooler summers and cold, snow-laden winters, where temperatures frequently fall below freezing, creating a crisp, alpine atmosphere.

Level: Perfect for leisure cyclists, although it is also popular with more experienced riders.

Total Kilometres: Approximately 160 km (99 miles) of cycling, plus one hiking day covering 7 km with a 240 m climb.

Day 1: Approx. 30km (19 miles), 2-3 hours biking, Elevation gain: 740m (2428 ft)
Day 2: Approx. 43km (27 miles), 4 hours biking, Elevation gain: 770m (2526 ft)
Day 3: Approx. 7km (4 miles), 2 hours biking, Elevation gain: 240m (787 ft)
Day 4: Approx. 40km (25 miles), 3-4 hours biking, Elevation gain: 1180m (3871 ft)
Day 5: Approx. 40km (25 miles), 2-3 hours biking, Elevation gain: 800m (2625 ft)
Day 6: Approx. 30km (19 miles), 3 hours biking, Elevation gain: 460m (1509 ft)

Where to Meet: Please arrange to meet at Pescara train station between at 2 pm on Day 1. A few days before the meeting, we will contact you via WhatsApp to confirm the name of the staff member who will be waiting for you and the exact time.

Drop off Location: Please arrange to meet at Pescara train station between at 2 pm on Day 1. A few days before the meeting, we will contact you via WhatsApp to confirm the name of the staff member who will be waiting for you and the exact time.

Transfer Time: Please consider eating lunch before we collect you from Pescara train station. The transfer time from Pescara to our start point is 35 mins. On the return the drop off transfer time is 1 hour 20 minutes.

Riding in Abruzzo: The general road conditions in Abruzzo are good, mostly are quite with less traffic. The majority of roads in Abruzzo are tarmac but we will also be riding on some gravel roads - that are in good condition and can be enjoyed on both a road, gravel or E-Bike.

Cuisine: The food, as one may expect in Abruzzo, is simply excellent. This region is famous for its rich and genuine flavors - from arrosticini (delicious grilled lamb skewers) to maccheroni alla chitarra, handmade pasta served with hearty sauces. You’ll also find pecorino cheese, truffles, and mountain honey among its many delights. Restaurants now cater for both vegans and vegetarians, offering creative takes on traditional recipes. And of course, no meal is complete without a glass of local wine such as Montepulciano d’Abruzzo or a craft beer from one of the region’s small breweries.

Onlyluxe Travel acts as travel agency and work with different tour operators.

Payment Detail
All pricing is in Australian dollars and are quoted on a per person twin share basis. A supplementary price is available (see below). Bookings are not confirmed until full payment and the signed Booking Form has been received by Onlyluxe Travel.

A non-refundable 30% deposit is payable within 7 days of your booking, with the final balance due 90 days prior to departure. If a booking is made 90 days or less before departure, the full payment is payable immediately. Last minute bookings are payable before arrival. Failure to pay on time may result in automatic cancellation of a booking with cancellation penalties payable to Onlyluxe Travel. If you pay by credit card or PayPal a surcharge will be added to the total price.

Single Supplement
All accommodation is twin share. Single guests will share with someone of the same gender. If a single room is demanded, a supplementary price of will apply. The supplementary price refers to our quotation and needs to be stipulated at the time of booking.

General Cancellation Policies
- Outside of 90 days monies will be refunded less 30% of full fee
- Within 90 days prior to arrival all monies will be forfeited
- No refunds will be given in the event of non-arrival, any unused services or unused nights due to flight or weather disruption
- We strongly recommend guests protect themselves with travel insurance and medical insurance

Please Note: Cancellations must be advised in email and will take effect from the date they are received.

Liability
The participant agrees to indemnify Onlyluxe Travel, and its servant, tour operator and agents, in relation to any liability, loss and damage which the tour operator, or its servants and/or agents may incur as a result of the participants, negligence or misconduct during the tour.

Smoking is not permitted on the bus, or in tents or in other accommodation being used by tour operator at the time that a trip is being conducted.

Child Policy
Please consult travel consultant on age limit.

Changes to Itineraries
Local conditions may necessitate changes to sightseeing, walking and driving routes, camping and accommodation locations. While every effort will be made to provide the services and experiences as offered in our brochure, on our website, and in our trip letters, we reserve the right to vary your itinerary. In the event that we are forced to change your arrangements, substitute arrangements of a similar standard will be provided. The tour operator will not be liable where interruptions to itineraries are caused by weather conditions, technical problems to transport used by the tour operator, industrial action, political or civil commotion or other circumstances beyond our control. We refer you to the conditions regarding travel insurance.

Changes in Prices
While we will do its utmost to honour its pricing unforeseen circumstances may mean that prices may be subject to change without notice.

Pre-Existing Medical Conditions and Age Limits
You need to advise Onlyluxe travel and the tour operator on any pre-existing medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your requiring medical attention, or that might affect the normal conduct of a trip and the enjoyment of other trip members. Onlyluxe Travel and the tour operator may require an assessment of your medical condition from a qualified medical practitioner. If you fail to adequately notify the tour operator of any pre-existing medical conditions and/or disability, the tour operator reserves the right, at its reasonable discretion, to cancel your participation in a trip at any time, including after the commencement of your trip, with no right of refund if your medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability could be reasonably expected to affect the normal conduct of the trip and the enjoyment of other trip members.

Cancellation by The Tour Operator
The tour operator is at the mercy of nature in all her beauty and all her fury. The tour operator will under no circumstance knowingly place at risk the health and well-being of our guests and guides. In the case of natural threats, acts of God and the like (e.g. bushfires, impassable snow, etc) the tour operator may need to cancel a tour with very little notice. In some cases, this can occur after the tour has commenced. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel any tour up to 60 days prior to departure if the minimum number requirement is unable to meet for a tour. If the tour operator needs to cancel for any reason, the cost of the tour or any other costs associated with travel to the designated pick up point, overnight accommodation, meals, etc will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore we strongly recommend travel insurance be taken out prior to travel.

Force Majeure
'Force Majeure' means (without restriction) any event which Onlyluxe Travel or its third party providers could not, even with due care, foresee or avoid. Force Majeure covers events such as, but not limited to, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events beyond our control. In the case of Force Majeure Onlyluxe Travel will not accept liability, and reserves the right to change and cancel trips.

Evacuations
In rare circumstances, due to injury or unforeseen illness, the tour operator may need to evacuate you from a remote part of the walk. Helicopter evacuations are expensive and in most cases will be at a cost to the customer.

For Australian residents, under the Australian Government Medicare Act, it is prohibited for any domestic travel insurance product to provide any financial reimbursement with regard to ambulance or air ambulance services. We therefore strongly advise our customers to take specific ambulance cover through their health insurance provider. Evacuation cost will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore it is also strongly recommended that our customers take out travel insurance to cover (amongst other things) the costs associated with evacuation.

Travel Insurance
In view of the heavy cancellation penalties applied to cancelled reservations in certain circumstances, we strongly recommends suitable travel insurance be purchased at the time the holding deposit is paid. We recommend insurance cover that covers any loss which may be suffered due to cancellation. We also strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance against loss of baggage and medical expenses.