Giro di Lombardia - Watch and Ride

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A chance to watch this fascinating end of season race, and then take part over part of the same course in a Gran Fondo the following day.
watch the 2007 Giro di Lombardie

Itinerary

Friday 17th October:
Clients will be collected from Milan Malpensa, Linate and Bergamo airports during the day on a rota basis. Clients should aim to arrive in the morning to facilitate timely transfers from all three airports and transfer to our hotel in Como.

Saturday 18th October:
Today we have the opportunity to watch the professionals in THE Giro di Lombardia. Starting in Varese (some 20 miles away, we get the chance to watch any early breakaways as they head up the west side of the lake, and then have time to ride to the Madonna del Ghisallo, on the east side, and watch them on the short (8.5km) climb, and see how they tackle the 14% sections (and think what it is going to be like the following day as we attempt to emulate these riders).

Sunday 19th October:
Race Day, early breakfast and the GRAN FONDO GIRO DI LOMBARDIA. 147km on the east side of Lake Como, covering Colma di Sormano (1117m), Colle Brianza (559m), Madonna del Ghisallo (753m) and the Civiglio (613m). Not a massive challenge, compared to some Gran Fondos, but a good way to end the year, or a nice one for beginners. (For those absolute beginners, there is also the Medio Fondo at 108km and covering all but the Colle Brianza.

Monday 29th October:
Transfers back to the relevant airport, again on a rota basis. Clients should aim for afternoon or evening flights where possible.

All packages include airport transfers to/from all Milan airports, Bed and Breakfast in a 3/4 star hotel in central Como, a short distance from the lake and the bars and cafes, and Entry to the event.

Four Day/Three Night Package (Friday to Monday):
Twin Room to Share £449
Triple Room to Share £399
Deposit £200 per person
Triple Rooms must be booked as a party of three at the time of booking

Race Entry Fee: Included

TRAVEL INSURANCE (Compulsory): UK citizens only £30
Travel Insurance is for UK citizens only. (Double premium for over 65’s) Overseas clients must organise their own Travel Insurance

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