All the Alps Tour 2016

Swiss, Italian and French Alps
13 days

(Friday 15th July 2016 – Wednesday 27th July 2016) 

Motorcycling in the Alps is an absolutely mind-blowing experience, and it is something that every motorcyclist needs to do – at least once.

The spectacularly beautiful roads in the Alps make for a motorcyclists dream. It is a surreal experience riding along roads that are bordered with snow at the mountain peaks.

One after another, the twists and turns, the hairpin bends, or switchbacks, as they are known in Europe, the long sweeping bends, the vistas and beautiful scenery that greet you at each lookout point, make for heaven on earth if you are lucky enough to travel these roads, and traverse the mountains and villages by motorcycle.

The Alps are worth a special journey, and if you have ever dreamed of riding in the Alps, – don’t put it off – do it now!

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Friday 15 JulySaturday 16 JulySunday 17 JulyMonday 18 JulyTuesday 19 JulyWednesday 20 JulyThursday 21 JulyFriday 22 JulySaturday 23 JulySunday 24 JulyMonday 25 JulyTuesday 26 JulyWednesday 27 July

Munich (Germany) to Bibierwier (Austria) – 120km

We meet at the bike rental station where we pack our bikes, have a briefing and then hit the road. It is short distance today to allow you to familiarise yourself with riding on the right hand side of the road. Our ride takes us a little further to a village in Austria where will stay for the first night. 

Bibierwier (Austria) to Flims (Switzerland) – 330km

Today we leave leave Bieberwier in Austria and head to Oberalp in Switzerland. We ride over Fernpass towards Imst and Nauders. Entering Italy our route takes us over the Reschen pass and then past the Reschensee. We cross into Switzerland and ride through the Swiss National Park. Staying in Switzerland our ride takes us over many mountain passes and through ski villages. We spend the evening in the quaint village of Flims.

Flims (Switzerland) to Wilderswil (Switzerland) – 220km

We leave Flims and go over the Oberalp pass, heading towards Andermatt, and do a circular route covering all the twisty passes of the area, namely Furka Pass, Nurene Pass, St Gothhhard Pass and Grimmsel Pass. We will then ride towards Interlaken, which lies beneath the Junfrau Mountains and between the two lakes, Brienser See and Thuner See. Our overnight stop is in the Wilderswil area. If we are there early enough, you might want to take a short trip to Lauterbrunnen and take the cog train up the Jungfrau mountains to the Jungfrau Joch (3,454 metres).

Wilderswil (Switzerland) to Aosta (Italy) – 250Km

Today we ride through three countries; Switzerland, Italy and France; enjoying the famous passes of the area, and taking in the amazing views of the mountains and villages.

We spend the day circling the Mont Blanc until we make our way towards Valle d’Aosta where we will spend the night.

Monday-6th Aosta (Italy) – REST DAY or (Outride 250km)

This is a rest day for those who don’t want to ride, and for those that cant ride enough, there is a circular route via the Matterhorn and Mont Blanc.

Wednesday-8th Aosta (Italy) to Briançon (France) – 260km

Today we head back into France and ride through the Vanoise National Park, enjoying some of the French Alps. On route we will ride the Route des Grandes Alpes, and Col du Galibier, which is often the highest point of the Tour de France.  We spend our evening in Briançon, France and experience some Italian inspired French cuisine.

Thursday-9th Briançon (France) to Lake Como (Italy) – 400km

Our route takes us out of France and  towards the lake district of Italy. We will weave between Lake Maggiore, Lake Garda and arrive at Lake Como which lies in the shadow of the Southern Swiss Alps. The views of azure lakes, snow-capped mountains, medieval towns and lovely sweeping roads are fantastic.

Friday-10thLake Como (Italy) to Livigno (Italy) – 180km

Today we leave the lake district and head towards Bormio. We will travel via Teola into Livigno, which is a duty free and tax free zone and is a great village to shop and stroll around. Hop on the free bus that will take you from one side of the town to other, or go up the various cable cars and ski lifts to a cliff-top where you can take in the views of village and lake.

Saturday-11thLivigno (Italy) – Rest Day (Outride 250Km)

For those that prefer riding to resting, today is a day of riding not to be missed!! Leaving in the early morning we exit Livigno via Teola and head towards Bormio. We will then ride up Stelvio Pass to the top, stop for coffee, and then down Umbrail pass coming out in Switzerland. Our route takes us towards Zernez thorough the Swiss National Park, through the Swiss tunnel and over the dam wall, entering Livigno from the lake side of town. 

Sunday-12thSunday Livigno (Italy) to Pocol (Italy) – 290km

We make our way out of Livigno via the twisty and beautiful Aprica Pass, heading towards Bolzano. From Bolzano we will take a winding route along the river in the shadows of the tall autostrada above us, and then start climbing into the Dolomites. Once again you will be overcome with the beauty of these various mountain peaks, and the hairpin bends and S-bends feel endless.

Monday-13thPocol (Italy) – Rest Day or 17 Passes in the Dolomites (Outride 400km)

17 passes in one day!! You might decide to rest in Pocol, go for a walk or have lunch in Cortina.  For those who want to ride, there is the challenge of 17 passes in one day. You can do all 17 or just some of them, it is your choice. Promising the most exciting scenery and bends once again, the Dolomiti as the Italians call it, will take your breath away.

Tuesday-14thPocol (Italy) to Fusch (Austria) – 250km

And there are more hairpin bends and switchbacks in store for you today, as we will ride the Austrian High Alpine Road, to the Grossglockner in the afternoon. The morning has us heading out of the Dolomiti and over some of very narrow roads and passes, part of the Gia d’Italia cycle route, and then over the border of Italy into Austria via Brenner Pass. Once we are in Austria will ride towards Winkerln and then up to the Grossglockner viewpoint. Enjoy coffee and appelstrudle in the restaurant at the top and take in the view of the glacier. We will then ride down the Alpine road and stay just outside the National Park for the evening.

Wednesday-15th-c-map Fusch (Austria) to Munich (Germany) – 200km

Today is the day we to head back to Munich and part ways with our motorcycles. We will wind our way through the small Austrian villages untill we reach the Autobahn and then ride back into Munich.
After handing the bikes back, we will head to the hotel and freshen up.  Then we take a stroll through the English Garden and visit one of the many beer gardens or visit BMW Welt and the BMW Museum.

 

Pricing and Options

A non-refundable deposit of 25% of the tour price is payable by end of November 2015.

Please note: Pricing is quoted in Euros and conversion to South African Rands will be done at the prevailing exchange rate

Total Tour price excludes taxes

Included in tour price:

motorcycle hire for 12 days (3500 km)

full luggage system (top case and two side pannier cases)

navigation system with European maps and tour routes

limited insurance excess (150 Euro) in the event of damage

hotel accommodation & buffet breakfast daily

6 dinners included on tour

Excluded from tour price:

flights

fuel costs

toll fees & road taxes

personal travel & medical insurance

visas

leisure activities

drinks & refreshments

souvenirs

6 dinners not included on tour

Tour Summary

All the Alps Tour
Austria | Switzerland | France | Italy
15 July – 27 July 2016

  • Start / End  Munich, Germany
  • Total Distance  Approximately 3 500 km’s
  • Total Time  12 nights
  • Riding Days  11 (two optional ride days)
  • Rest Days  2
  • Breakfasts & Dinners  13 Breakfasts & 6 Dinners
  • Daily Mileage  300 km’s on average
  • Weather  Long summer days with possibility of some rain
  • Roads & Terrain  Tar roads and many tight mountain passes
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