YOLO: You only live once
The town of Aosta is located in the central valley. Surrounded by mountains, it’s one of the biggest cities in the Alps. The valley offers an incredible network of trails built over the centuries to connect villages – a biker’s paradise for exploring all the small side valleys in region.
Aside from the great riding, there’s delicious local food and wine to be sampled and exemplary coffee around every corner, ensuring riders from around the world experience la dolce vita in Valle d’Aosta.
During these three days you can expect world-class alpine rides and incredible forested trails in the lower valleys. Prepare to be amazed at the seemingly never-ending descents that will take us from the peaks to the town.
Highlights
- Endless descents
- Finishing each tour in the center of the historic Roman town of Aosta
- Breath-taking views of the highest mountains in Europe
TRIP SUMMARY
- 3 days / 3 nights
- Aosta, Italy
Dates
Price per person
Group Size: 4-7 people
Included Services
- 3 nights in 4* hotel in double room with breakfast
- 3 days professional MTB guiding
- Shuttle with driver for the transfers required, based on the itinerary
Excluded Services
- Lunches & dinners
- Small group surcharge of EUR 200 for groups of 2 or 3 people
Additional bookable services
- Single room from EUR 235
- Airport transfer from/to Geneva, Torino and Milano Malpensa
Bike rent - models
Please note that you will be contacting our partner company Globetrotter Travel Service AG when continuing with this booking enquiry.
Program
This program is bookable for private groups from June to October. Please enquire for more details and availability.
Independent arrival and check-in at the hotel
From Aosta we’ll take advantage of the shuttle before pedaling upwards to arrive at the top, high above the resort, where we’ll enjoy a 360° view of the valley before descending. Starting on the ridge, then flowing through the forest, and coasting along a mellow trail beside an old river all the way back to town.
- Altitude Gain: 1100 m
- Descent: 2000 m
Today we’ll explore the basin of Pila – a resort famous for its bike park, but not everyone knows that Pila also offers incredible natural trails. We will climb up to 2800 m where the view is lost amidst the most famous 4000 m peaks in Europe – from Mont Blanc, to Monterosa to the Matterhorn. From here we start an amazing descent from a ridge, passing through the forests and finishing on an old path built by the last king of Italy, Vittorio Emanuele.
- Altitude Gain: 1100 m
- Descent: 2500 m
We’ll start in the shuttle again, which takes us up 1000 m to the end of the road. From there we’ll pedal up above the forest to ride the Becca France ridge – a historically important mountain with a never-ending flow trail, back through the forest and down into the valley.
- Altitude Gain: 900 m
- Descent: 1600 m
Travel
By Plane
Nearest airports are Milano Malpensa, Torino Caselle (Italy) or Geneva (Switzerland)
By car
Aosta is easily accessible by road from most of Europe. We are located at one of the most important historical routes through the Alps – 117 km from Turin, 164 km from Milan and 226 km from Genoa. You can also approach the valley from the French and Swiss sides through the Mont Blanc and Grand Saint Bernard Tunnels, taking the main SS 26 and 27 roads, respectively. During the summer (between June and October), you also have the scenic option over the Piccolo and Grand Saint Bernard passes.
Accommodation
4* Hotel Milleluci
Housed in an old family cottage built out of stone and wood, the Hotel Milleluci was founded in 1961 with the transformation of the family farm. Its name derives from the wonderful night sky that can be admired thanks to its panoramic location on the hill of Aosta. A few minutes by car from the historic center, it offers a splendid view of the city of Aosta and Mount Emilius. Our comfortable rooms are traditionally furnished, with a balcony to enjoy the panoramic views.
After a day dedicated to sports and cultural visits, our guests can enjoy a bit of relaxation in the wellness area ... or do some further training in the fitness area.
In summer, guests can soak up the sun at the edge of the swimming pool, shaped like an alpine lake, contemplating the splendid view of the mountains surrounding the Valle d'Aosta.
Guides
Massimo Ferro
I am Massimo, founder of Aosta Valley Freeride. I was born and raised in these mountains and I have been a MTB guide for more than 10 years. I like to show our trails and our traditions to all the people who come to Aosta to ride their bikes.
Languages spoken: Italian, English, French
Equipment
Scott Ransom
The Ransom was put on this earth to make mountains move. Lightweight, versatile, and built for speed, this is the Enduro rig of dreams.
Scott Genius
The Genius family of mountain bikes was designed for one thing and one thing only- mastery of the mountains. Climbing, descending, and everything in between, the Genius is always the right tool.
Scott Patron eRide
The all-new Patron eRIDE was designed as a system optimized for all day trail riding. Supreme integration and painstakingly chosen geometry paired with a powerful new Bosch drive unit deliver much more than a great ride. What you get, rather, is a sublime experience up and down the mountain, time and time again. Patron eRIDE - boss the trails.
Scott Genius eRide
Welcome to the next E-Bike generation with the new Genius eRIDE. Avant-garde design, cutting edge technologies and integration, and advanced battery management, the Genius eRIDE 910 places priority on the riding experience. This is the ultimate choice for riders who want confidence when the terrain gets rougher!
