Sportive Breaks

Stelvio Weekender

4 Nights

Dates

18 - 22 June 2025
10 - 14 September 2025

Book from

$1,585 AUD

Key Features of 5 Day Tour

2025 Stelvio Weekender with Sportive Breaks​

Enjoy four days in the spa town of Bormio with daily rides covering both sides of the Stelvio, the mighty Mortirolo and the stunning Gavia. With a fully supported route each day, this is suitable for fit riders with a love for the mountains and spectacular views. On the road you will be looked after by Giro d’Italia stage winner Andrea Ferrigato and his team of local riders.

2025 dates available:
  • 18 – 22 June 2025
  • 10 – 14 Sept 2025

Cyclists posing after spending time in Stelvio cycling

What's Included?

Itinerary

Day One - Arrival & Warm Up Ride

Date

Dependent on package selected

Location

Bormio

A rider reaching the summit of an scent during a Stelvio cycling holiday

Arrive at Milan Malpensa for 2024 before 10:30am for the transfer to Bormio. We arrive for around 3pm where our mechanic will be waiting to help build bikes. After check-in to the hotel you have time to go for a 25km warm-up spin before our welcome dinner at 19:30pm with a brief on the weekend.

Airport Transfers

Arrive by 10:30am for 11:15am transfer (arriving in Bormio at 3pm)

Airport collections are from Milan Malpensa (MXP) and the drive to Bormio takes just over three hours. Due to the long transfer, private transfers are expensive. Contact us for options if you are flying to Milan Bergamo (BGY) via our friendly customer service team – hello@sportivebreaks.com.au

Daily Highlights

Ride

25km warm-up ride

Meals

Welcome Dinner

Medium Ride

Day Two - Stelvio

Date

Dependent on package selected

Location

Bormio
Stelvio Prato in full view - one of the main highlights of the Stelvio cycling holiday

The Queen Stage. We start at 9am (depending on weather and time of year) and immediately start the climb up to the Stelvio from Bormio. The main bunch climb from Bormio, before descending down the iconic Prato side before stopping for lunch. We will then climb the other side and descend back to the hotel.

We will have regular feed stops and there is a lead guide with each group. After the ride we will grab a beer on the terrace before dinner.

Daily Highlights

Ride

Ride both sides of the Stelvio

Meals

Breakfast & Dinner

Long Ride

Day Three - Mortirolo

Date

Dependant on Package Selected

Location

Bormio

A cyclist emerges from a tunnel during a Stelvio cycling trip

Another 9am roll out to start the day, we will descend down to the valley of Grosio where you have a choice of climbing the mighty Mortirolo. The first side from Grosio is 14km at 8% or you can continue to Mazzo for the famous side with 12km at 11%. We will regroup at the top and descend to Grosio and Bormio. 

Daily Highlights

Ride

Descend down the valley of Grosio and climb the mighty Mortirolo

Meals

Breakfast & Dinner

Long Ride

Day Four - Gavia and Cancano

Date

Dependent on package selected

Location

Bormio
Finish at the top of the Stelvio, where the Stelvio cycling Weekenders are based

We will start at 9am again and ride to the Gavia from Bormio which is around 25km. We can then ride Cancano if you still have enough energy after a tough couple of days!

Daily Highlights

Ride

Ride to Gavia (25km) and Cancano

Meals

Breakfast & Dinner

Long Ride

Day Five - Departure Day

Date

Dependent on package selected

Location

Bormio
The beautiful Stelvio mountains visible during Stelvio cycling Weekenders

Our transfer home is at 10am so a well-earned lie in, late breakfast and time for some last minute souvenirs before heading home.

Airport Transfers

Airport collections are from Milan Malpensa (MXP) and the drive to Bormio takes just over three hours. Due to the long transfer, private transfers are expensive. Contact us for options if you are flying to Milan Malpensa (MXP) via our friendly team at – hello@sportivebreaks.com

We leave Bormio at 10am and get to Malpensa for 13:30pm. Please book flights that leave after 15:30pm.

Daily Highlights


Meals

Breakfast

Pricing

The Stelvio Weekender includes four days set in the spa town of Bormio with daily rides including both sides of the Stelvio, the mighty Mortirolo and stunning Gavia. With two fully supported route options each day, this is suitable for riders of different abilities with a love for the mountains.

Prices:

June 18 2025 Weekender

  • $1,520 per person – based on two people sharing a twin
  • $1,915 – based on single occupancy of a room

Sept 10 2025 Weekender

  • $1,615 per person – based on two people sharing a twin
  • $2,015 – based on single occupancy of a room

Included with your weekend

  • 4 nights in a 3* hotel in Bormio
  • Airport transfers from Malpensa Airport including bike boxes
  • All breakfast & dinners (please budget €15 per day for lunches)
  • Ride with a Giro d’Italia stage winner
  • 4 fully supported rides (guided only)
  • Warm-up ride on Wednesday, full rides on Thursday, Friday and Saturday
  • Private feed stops with nutrition on guided rides
  • Expert mechanic on hand (guided only)
  • ABTA protected

Also available

  • Private airport transfers on request
  • Bike rental, options below;
    • Merida Scultura 5000 or similar for $280
    • Specalized Aethos Comp or similar for $415
    • Tarmac SL8 S-Works or similar for $725

Who Is This Tour For?​

Climbers!

With two fully supported route options available to take part in each day, this tour is suitable for riders of different abilities with a love for the mountains.

More About the Event

Running from Wednesday to Sunday, our weekenders are time-efficient cycling breaks, perfect for exploring some of the best cycling destinations. We stay in the same hotel for 4 nights and you will be riding for 4 days. The aim is to ride the best routes and to have a great time along the way with a friendly group. Our weekenders are fully supported with bike hotel, airport transfers, daily guided rides for different ride levels, mechanical support and feed stops. We also offer bike rental at a supplement.

Stelvio Weekender Cycling Holiday

This is one of the great cycling weekends for climbers. Over 5 days you climb the Stelvio (from both sides), the Gavia & Mortirolo as well as some great local routes that many people find to be their best climb of the trip. Each of the three main riding days are tough, with two or three climbs per day and over 3,000m of elevation, but the payoff is riding in a varied and stunning part of the world and ticking off some proper bucket list climbs. Bormio is the perfect town to relax in after a ride with some nice ice cream shops, markets and hot springs. Bring strong legs and a big rear cassette for the ultimate Stelvio cycling holiday!

Key Climbs

Passo Stelvio (from Prato)

  • Distance: 24km
  • Average grade: 8%
  • Lowest elevation: 931m
  • Highest elevation: 2,758m
  • Elevation difference: 1,828m
  • Climb category: HC (most difficult)

Passo Mortirolo (from Mazzo)

  • Distance: 11.3km
  • Average gradient: 11%
  • Lowest elevation: 602m
  • Highest elevation: 1,847m
  • Elevation difference: 1,244m
  • Climb category: HC (most difficult)

Passo Gavia (from Ponte di Legno)

  • Distance: 16.1km
  • Average gradient: 8%
  • Lowest elevation: 1,299m
  • Highest elevation: 2,599m
  • Elevation difference: 1,300m
  • Climb category: HC (most difficult)

Cancano

  • Distance: 9.5km
  • Average grade: 7%
  • Lowest elevation: 1,305m
  • Highest elevation: 1,969m
  • Elevation difference: 664m
  • Climb category: 2

Hotels

Hotel Nevada

3/5
Wifi, Bar, Restaurant

Our base in Bormio is the brilliant, family run Hotel Nevada. Located at just a 2 minute walk from town, there is a great terrace for enjoying a post ride beer. The spa is ideal to relax after a tough ride and the chef makes superb local dishes including the famous pizzoccheri. With friendly staff, secure bike storage and two lovely mountain dogs, this is our top hotel in Bormio and a great setting for an epic cycling weekend.

Surrounded by a beautiful garden, the Nevada Hotel offers the possibility to spend a perfect holiday focused on sport, and will be the starting point for your days on a bike.

The comfortable and welcoming rooms overlook the wonderful Stelvio and allow you to fully immerse yourself in the Alpine atmosphere.

TV ✔, Safe in room ✔, Wellness/Spa Facilities ✔
 

Highlights from the Past Event

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