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A’QTO is proud to partner with high quality, boutique Italian bike brands and service providers to deliver a fantastic riding experience for our guests. Talk to us about specifics when booking.

Pinarello Gan Bicycle

Carbon Road Bikes

If your preference is for a high performance carbon road bike, we will source you a Pinarello Gan or equivalent, that is swift, speedy bike with sharp handling, providing a firm, but never uncomfortable ride.

“Fantastic on the descents” and “Can I buy mine and take it home?”; this is some of the feedback we hear after a few rides on our Pinarello hire bikes.

A vintage steel Colnago

Vintage Steel Bikes

For the best quality, pre-87 vintage steel bikes, we partner with Roberto, a Tuscan local with a large supply of cycling history, and if the rumour is true, once the team mechanic for Cadel….

These bikes are not your old “clunkers”……think Raleigh Team Issue, Guerciotti and Cinelli with full campy. You won’t be disappointed.

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Don’t miss out on what is the food and riding hi

Don’t miss out on what is the food and riding highlight of the year.
L’Eroica.
The sensational cycling festival that descends into the hills of Chianti.
A beautiful celebration of all things cycling and Tuscany.
The bikes, the white roads, the challenge of the undulating hills, the reward of Chianti Classico, slow cooked cinghiale or wild boar, ribollita soup, pappardelle with in-season truffles and porcini - enjoyed by all who take the time to immerse in this cycling paradise.
With only one room left available for our 2023 edition, it's sure to disappear fast.
Click the link in our bio for more details.

How do these views and a swim post ride sound? Thi

How do these views and a swim post ride sound? This is just a glimpse of what you have to look forward to at our tour villa in Tuscany.
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It's not just the white gravel roads of Tuscany th

One of our favourite places for a casual lunch in

One of our favourite places for a casual lunch in Italy and which is also a little obscure, is the Gastronomia. Usually a small shop with only a table or two inside, here you can purchase seriously delicious home cooked meals to take away.
Often prepared by mamma or nonna out the back, this is the perfect place to go if you are wanting real local food that is full of flavour. Depending on what part of Italy you are in, you could enjoy freshly made orecchiette with a sugo of tomato, basil and salted ricotta as we do at one of our lunch stops on our Tour of Puglia, or a slice of nonna’s meatloaf or spaghetti pizza in Campania, but it’s the different vegetables that are always on offer, that are the beautiful surprise at every gastronomia.
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Tuscany vs Puglia. Two regions that are incredibl

Tuscany vs Puglia.
Two regions that are incredibly diverse in every way and two tours that bring out the best of what they each stand for. From the timeless beauty of Tuscany’s landscapes and the ease of life enjoyed by its warm, open people, to Puglia’s local fishing villages, ancient olive groves and rural heart with locals entrenched in preserving southern traditions - our guests on both tours leave feeling truly immersed in each region’s distinct culture.
If you’re interested in joining us in Tuscany or Puglia in 2023, click the link in our bio to find out more.
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To bring your own bike or hire, is a question that

To bring your own bike or hire, is a question that we hear quite often.
It’s an interesting one and is really a personal decision, taking into account the following factors. How much travel you will be doing pre and post tour?
Are you travelling on your own or with a partner?
How much luggage in addition to the bike would you be travelling with?
How specific are you with the fit of your bike?
Are you climbing major mountains? Here are a few pics of our guests on the Pinarello Prince with Sram electronic shifting and the Bianchi Sprints that are available for hire when you tour with us.
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For us, it’s a joy to deliver our tour experienc

For us, it’s a joy to deliver our tour experience to a group of riders that are open, happy and up for the challenge.
Grazie mille to all of the riders who have been part of our groups over the years who have taken the challenge in their stride and enjoyed all the rewards. We’re looking forward to doing it all again this year.

We're excited about trying new things in 2023 and

We're excited about trying new things in 2023 and we hope you are too. This week we developed a list of '10 Things to Try when in Italy'. Born from a desire to share some of the authentic and very local food and beverage experiences we love when we're in Italy, we hope you have the chance to enjoy some of these when you're in Italy in 2023. Click the link in our bio to read more on our blog.
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One of our favourite little experiences in Puglia

One of our favourite little experiences in Puglia is sharing a Caffe Leccese with guests. This is a shot of coffee over ice, mixed with a good measure of the Latte di Mandorle, a sugared almond milk with a very high percentage of almonds, only found in Puglia. If you are a coffee lover, this can be a very addictive drink when you join us on our Puglia cycling tour, where you will definitely be introduced to it mid tour, at a mid-ride coffee stop or two, and on our non-riding partner program when we visit Gallipoli and the Salento.

It was great to see 3 of our tour cities, Palermo,

It was great to see 3 of our tour cities, Palermo, Florence and Siena feature this week in the 7 greatest city experiences of 2022 according to The Age / SMH Traveller writers.
From experiencing the Capo Market and puppet shows of Palermo, to the miraculous Duomo and backstreets of Florence, and the 360 degree views of the Tuscan countryside from Siena’s 14th century Mangia Tower, these great city moments not only capture the diversity of travel, but the very unique experiences that await you pre, post and during our Tours of Sicily and Tuscany. Our Tour of Sicily in 2023 is sold out but if you’d like to join us on our Tour of Tuscany in June or September, or our L’Eroica tour in September/October 2023, we have limited spots available on each tour. https://www.traveller.com.au/travellers-greatest-city-moments-of-2022-h27xe3

Ciao 2023 5. Passo dello Stelvio This climb of my

Ciao 2023 5. Passo dello Stelvio
This climb of mythical proportions is once again on our agenda in July as part of our Como Stelvio & Dolomites tour. Straight up, Passo dello Stelvio is a great challenge and an absolute joy to ride. However what makes it even more special for us is riding it with our guests and sharing in their joy and sense of achievement, as they reach the top and tick off a major accomplishment on their bike bucket list. And if we’re lucky enough to see a marmot, that is always a bonus, as is the 26km descent to finish the day!
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Ciao 2023 4. Exploring new roads for our ‘Tour

Ciao 2023 4. Exploring new roads for our ‘Tour of Piemonte meets TDF Tour’ in 2024
With the first 4 stages of the Tour de France taking place in Italy in 2024, we'll be soon launching a 'Tour of Piemonte meets TDF' tour for late June/early July 2024. This tour will take in the very best of our Tour of Piemonte and also include 2-3 days where we will ride the same routes as the Tour de France in Piemonte, Italy and home of Fausto Coppi, before it returns to its homeland. To put the finishing touches on this tour, we'll be exploring more roads in Piemonte this Spring - recce-ing new roads and developing new tours is at the heart of what we love doing.
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Ciao 2023 3. Riding the piccolo l’Eroica with N

Ciao 2023 3. Riding the piccolo l’Eroica with Nancy for my 50th
The L’Eroica ride is close to Damian’s heart and encapsulates everything that he believes is special about cycling. With Damian’s 50th Birthday only a few days after the conclusion of the L’Eroica 2023 tour, he has managed to persuade Nancy that riding the 46km Piccolo L’Eroica would be the perfect 50th birthday present for him. Festive and fun, we'll be joined by other guests and friends for the ride and simply can't wait for that 1st Sunday in October to roll around.
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Ciao 2023 2. Tre Cime di Lavaredo - Jai Hindley d

Ciao 2023 2. Tre Cime di Lavaredo - Jai Hindley defending his Giro win
In May, we are looking forward to climbing Tre Cime di Lavaredo in the Dolomites as the final day of our Giro d’Italia tour. Starting with a beautiful loop in the mountains, surrounded by the iconic Dolomiti landscape, we will aim to be positioned on the last corner of the final mountain top finish to watch Jai Hindley defend his 2022 Giro win.
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Happy New Year. Ciao 2023 There is no end to the

Happy New Year.
Ciao 2023 There is no end to the amazing roads and climbs in Italy that we have the chance to ride, however there are a fews days coming up on the bike in 2023 that we are particularly looking forward to. We share Damian’s top 5 over the coming days and hope you have an adventure packed year on the bike too. 1. Exploring Tuscany - sharing the refinements with our guests.
In March, we will return to our small Tuscan village of Gaiole in Chianti, also the home of L’Eroica. Positioned in the centre of Chianti’s green heart, and surrounded by forests, vineyards and stone hilltop hamlets, the region is dissected with an amazing amount of both tarmac and gravel roads, used by L’Eroica and the Strade Bianche Pro Race. It is riding heaven.
On most training rides pre our tour season, Damian either adds a section which he hasn’t ridden before or rides a route in the opposite direction, with the aim to continually refine the rides he shares on tour with our guests.
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Arrivederci 2022 5. A Puglian Pasta By the Sea Ou

Arrivederci 2022
5. A Puglian Pasta By the Sea Our longest day during our Tour of Puglia is also one of the best. We depart the trulli infused landscape of the Valle d’Itria and head towards the beach, but before we smell the sea and hit the shimmering turquoise waters, there is a maze of tiny beautiful roads that open up into wide plains, dotted with small towns and a mix of white and coloured buildings. It also happens to gradually descend for most of the way, making it easier for all to get into a nice rhythm. Right on the 100km mark, we stop by the water’s edge for lunch and a well deserved linguine con cozze. A seriously delicious reward - and a highlight for our riders on every Puglia tour!
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Arrivederci 2022 4. Lago di Cancano - our surpris

Arrivederci 2022
4. Lago di Cancano - our surprise ride The climb from Bormio to Lago di Cancano was a late ‘weather-inspired inclusion’ to our Como, Stelvio & Dolomites tour. After having to abort our climb of Mortirolo earlier in the day due to heavy rain, by the time we arrived and settled in at our hotel, the rain had passed and we were back on the bikes.
Cancano was a highlight in 2022, not only because of its unexpected addition, but also because it is a quintessential Alpine experience with green meadows, cows with cowbells, and church spires. Then as you reach the action packed little climb known as “mini Stelvio”, of just over 10km with 20 hairpin corners, a tunnel or two, the Torri di Fraele and the majestic lake set into the snow capped mountains, your heart just opens up.
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Arrivederci 2022. 3. Colle Fauniera - our own Gra

Arrivederci 2022.
3. Colle Fauniera - our own Gran Fondo I was once told that climbing is where the fun is, and I absolutely agree.
During our Tour of Piemonte this year, we rode the course of La Fausto Coppi Gran Fondo on our own as the event organisers took a 1 year break.
We rolled out of town early on Sunday morning to get to the base of the mountain, before taking on the 26k’s of elevation. There were only a couple of cars on the way up the hill and a handful of other riders with whom we shared the mountain, which every so often was shrouded in mist. After stopping at the top to regroup and enjoy some lunch, it was then time for the adrenaline-inducing, jaw dropping descent. This is one of Damian’s all time favourites and was a highlight in 2022 to be able to share it with a few close guests.
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Arrivederci 2022 2. L’Eroica - back and better

Arrivederci 2022 2. L’Eroica - back and better than ever For Damian, L’Eroica is the highlight of the year on the bike. It’s a day, a ride, a landscape and a vibe that is superb and utterly unique. But it’s also about the steel bikes and the woollen jerseys…. and the celebration in the piazza with all the riders after the last kilometer. This year was special because after days of rain, we were treated to a still, atmospheric and dry day, but it was the enthusiasm and appreciation from everyone involved that just gets stronger with each edition, that makes it an absolute joy to be a part of. The L’Eroica community is special and we loved sharing the 2022 edition with a fantastic group who embraced every element of it.

Arrivederci 2022 As 2022 starts to draw to a close

Arrivederci 2022
As 2022 starts to draw to a close, we reflect on some of the magical Italian rides that we were fortunate to experience this year, both on and off tour. Over these next 5 days, Damian shares his top five highlights on the bike in 2022. 1. Mt Etna, Sicily - 3rd time’s a charm
Climbing Mt Etna in Sicily is a great challenge. With its ever changing climate, it took 3 visits to finally have the chance to climb it in what were idyllic conditions in October, and it was definitely worth the wait. With a changing landscape that finally opens to old lava flows, and the opportunity to see the stark contrast of the brilliant blue sky against the black lava and whisps of steam wafting up from the crater in the distance, it is incredible.

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