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A scenic cycling itinerary winding along the Riviera di Ponente, connecting elegant Nice to the historic port city of Genoa.
A scenic cycling itinerary winding along the Riviera di Ponente, connecting elegant Nice to the historic port city of Genoa. The route avoids the heavy traffic of the Via Aurelia by favouring quiet inland lanes and sections of former railway lines converted into cycle paths, offering sweeping views of the Ligurian Sea and passage through medieval hamlets and renowned seaside towns.
This experience combines the pleasure of cycling with cultural discovery, taking in the famous Promenade des Anglais, the remnants of the Roman Via Julia Augusta, and prestigious historic centres such as Albenga, with its ancient baptistery and twenty towers. The journey concludes with an arrival in Genoa after traversing iconic coastal landscapes and maritime resorts.
The trip is rated as medium-easy and is suitable for touring or city bikes, featuring modest and steady elevation gains. Logistics are handled with meticulous care, including luggage transfers between hotels and the provision of detailed information packs to guide you along the route.
8 days in the programme
Your journey begins with an individual arrival in Nice Your journey begins with an individual arrival in Nice. After checking into your hotel, you will have the opportunity to explore the city, famous for the Promenade des Anglais and its distinct Provençal atmosphere overlooking the Côte d'Azur. Overnight stay.
The first cycling stage, covering approximately 42 km, leads from Nice towards the Italian border The first cycling stage, covering approximately 42 km, leads from Nice towards the Italian border. Pedal along the coast, admiring views of Monte Carlo and following the traces of the ancient Via Julia Augusta. The day concludes in Ventimiglia, the gateway to the Italian Riviera di Ponente.
The route continues for approximately 49 km, passing through San Lorenzo al Mare on the way to Imperia The route continues for approximately 49 km, passing through San Lorenzo al Mare on the way to Imperia. The day alternates between coastal paths and quiet inland roads, allowing you to fully appreciate the characteristic colours of the Ligurian coast.
Cycle 44 km through the town of Diano and the picturesque village of Cervo before reaching Alassio Cycle 44 km through the town of Diano and the picturesque village of Cervo before reaching Alassio. The itinerary remains panoramic throughout, offering a variety of perspectives on hilltop hamlets and the sea.
This 44 km stage includes an essential stop in Albenga to visit its historic centre, home to the Cathedral of San Michele, the baptistery, and the city's famous twenty towers This 44 km stage includes an essential stop in Albenga to visit its historic centre, home to the Cathedral of San Michele, the baptistery, and the city's famous twenty towers. Continue through Borgio Verezzi until you reach Finale Ligure.
The sixth day features a roughly 34 km ride along a panoramic road with constant sea views, leading travellers to the city of Savona.
The final stage on two wheels covers the 24 km separating Savona from Arenzano The final stage on two wheels covers the 24 km separating Savona from Arenzano. Here, the cycling portion of the trip ends with the return of bicycles and luggage collection at the station. The final leg into Genoa is completed comfortably by train for an overnight stay in the Ligurian capital.
Following breakfast at the hotel, the journey officially concludes in Genoa Following breakfast at the hotel, the journey officially concludes in Genoa. End of services.
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