E bike Tour: Discover Dozza and Romagna's Hidden Gems

€126.00

Starting at Varignana, this guided pedal-assist E bike tour, developed in partnership with Agrivar, is ideal for those who are in search of a more adventurous and physical intensive kind of tour. Immerse yourself in the territorial context where the winery resides raising awareness of the environmental and cultural factors that give birth to the terroir that carries the singular conditions at the base of their unique wines. Explore magnificent landscape such as the Pliocene Calanchi, delve into the uniqueness of the village of Dozza one of the most beautiful villages of Italy, dotted with urban arts and its monumental castle and contemplate medieval fortresses in the Imola territory. We end on a high note with the wine tasting experience, savouring the flavours and aromas of delicious own-produced specialties such as the excellent olive oil, while pairing these delights with their exquisite wines while being guided by experient somelliers.

Duration: total of 8 hs

Tour Language: English/Italian

Group Size: Minimum of 04 participants (Possibility of Private Groups - contact us: click here)

Free cancellation: as long as it is carried out within 24 hours of the departure time

Available times: From Oct 1st to May 31: 11.30 hs (ENG&ITA) / From Jun 1st to Sep 30: 12.00 (ENG) 14.00 (ITA)

Meeting point: Parking Lot of Agrivar. Address: Via Ca' Masino, 1091, 40024 Castel San Pietro Terme BO (for navigation, click here)

*If you’re booking for less than 4 people, we’ll confirm the tour until 2 weeks prior. In case the minimum group size is not reached, we’ll offer reallocation or provide full reimbursement of the amount paid.

Starting at Varignana, this guided pedal-assist E bike tour, developed in partnership with Agrivar, is ideal for those who are in search of a more adventurous and physical intensive kind of tour. Immerse yourself in the territorial context where the winery resides raising awareness of the environmental and cultural factors that give birth to the terroir that carries the singular conditions at the base of their unique wines. Explore magnificent landscape such as the Pliocene Calanchi, delve into the uniqueness of the village of Dozza one of the most beautiful villages of Italy, dotted with urban arts and its monumental castle and contemplate medieval fortresses in the Imola territory. We end on a high note with the wine tasting experience, savouring the flavours and aromas of delicious own-produced specialties such as the excellent olive oil, while pairing these delights with their exquisite wines while being guided by experient somelliers.

Duration: total of 8 hs

Tour Language: English/Italian

Group Size: Minimum of 04 participants (Possibility of Private Groups - contact us: click here)

Free cancellation: as long as it is carried out within 24 hours of the departure time

Available times: From Oct 1st to May 31: 11.30 hs (ENG&ITA) / From Jun 1st to Sep 30: 12.00 (ENG) 14.00 (ITA)

Meeting point: Parking Lot of Agrivar. Address: Via Ca' Masino, 1091, 40024 Castel San Pietro Terme BO (for navigation, click here)

*If you’re booking for less than 4 people, we’ll confirm the tour until 2 weeks prior. In case the minimum group size is not reached, we’ll offer reallocation or provide full reimbursement of the amount paid.

  • 09.00 am - Meeting in front of the Winery of Agrivar. Guide presentation, introductory talk, Bike fitting, Ebikes’ test drive and safety briefing

    09.30 am - Departure from the meeting point, heading towards the village of Liano, uphill, riding along Varignana’s estates and vineyards

    10.30 - After a short downhill section, arrival at the village of San Martino in Pedriolo. Pause for coffee, refreshments and toilet at a local Cafe and Pasticceria.

    11.00 - We cross the river Sillaro and start gaining elevation until we reach the lunar forms of the Calanchi of the Pliocene. Time for storytelling and some pictures.

    12.00 - After a pleasant downhill section, we get to the valley of the Torrent Sellustra and then up to our explorative pause at Dozza. The guide will give an orientation talk and then leave some time for you to explore and maybe eat something.

    13.00 - We climb up to our saddles in the direction of the river Sillaro. Then we take the dirt roads along the watercourse.

    14.30 - We reach San Martino in Pedriolo.(optional pause) before start climbing in the direction of Liano.

    16.00 - We enter the surroundings of the village of Varignana, crossing the oil mill of Agrivar and then stopping at the gardens of Villa Amagioia

    16.10 - Continue cycling towards Agrivar, mostly downhill through local secondary roads.

    16.30 - Arrival at the winery. Time to say good-bye to the guide and freshen up before the wine tasting.

    17.00 - The visit in the cellar starts and subsequently you’ll get to savour the flavors and scents of the winery.

    18.30 - The tasting is programmed to end around this time. Of course that you can stay as much as you want until the closure of the venue.t goes here

    • Approximate Tour Duration: 8 hs

    • Total Approximate distance: 53,1 km / 31,8 mi

    • Accumulated Ascents: 1015 m / 3,349 ft

    • Terrain: 15% dirt roads / 85% asphalt (mostly secondary roads)

    • Maximum Climb Steepness: 18 %

    • Physical difficulty: adatta a persone con un buon /ottimo allenamento in MTB

    • Technical Difficulty: medium. Medium/high gradient climbs, with uneven pavement, descents on gravel.

    • Overall Difficulty: media -alta. Adatta ad un pubblico gia con molta dimestichezza della MTB, allenato e che cerca un po’ di adrenalina e fatica fisica, oltre che panorami mozzafiatto.and who regularly does low-intensity physical activity.

    • Suitable for: all ages (minimum of 18 up to senior ages).

    • Cycling guide certified for the National MTB Academy with total knowledge of the area

    • Tour Leader Third party civil liability insurance (in accordance with the terms of the RC 70346 policy)

    • Emergency mechanical assistance in the event of a breakdown

    • Rental of Electrical Bike (MTB type)

    • Sanitized Helmet

    • Extra seat cushion

    • Superior Tasting including:

      • 2 glasses of selected wines: taste two of our most representative labels, carefully chosen to tell the unique character of our vineyards and their connection to the land.

      • 2 extra virgin olive oils: discover the differences between two types of EVO oil, from fruity notes to herbaceous hints, through a guided tour that will make you appreciate all the complexity and purity of this product.

      • Pairings with local products: complete the tasting with a selection of local delicacies for an experience that celebrates tradition and authentic flavors.Description text goes here

    • Water or food to consume during the bike ride, or during the stops

    • Shuttle o transfer

    • Meals

    • Personal Accidents Insurance (possible to be added under request)

    • In the event of cancellation of the tour due to bad weather, it will be rescheduled. If participation on the new proposed date is impossible, the amount will be refunded (depending on the payment method, management costs may be withheld)

    • As long as the cancellation is requested within 48 hours of the start time of the chosen tour, the refund will be granted in full, with management costs relating to the payment method being withheld.

    • Refund won't be granted if the cancellation request arrives in less than 48 hours prior the tour meeting time.Description text goes here

    • All images used are property of Agrivar di Palazzo di Varignana società agricola Srl and/or CicloWine Bike Experiences.