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Explore Liguria by Mountain Bike: A Week of Adventure and Tradition

 

From Finale Ligure to Ventimiglia, immerse yourself in an epic 7-day mountain biking journey through the pristine valleys of Western Liguria. Embark on a unique experience aboard your Trail/enduro or e-Enduro MTB, traversing breathtaking landscapes and rural villages where time seems to stand still, preserving authentic folk traditions.

Each day, you'll face the challenges of the valleys: Val Bormida, Val Neva, Val Arroscia, Val Argentina, Val Nervia, and finally, Ventimiglia. During this thrilling journey, savor the flavors of local cuisine and enjoy well-deserved rest in charming B&Bs in Italy's most beautiful medieval villages.

Our team of certified guides/instructors will accompany you, providing support with shuttles for longer ascents and handling the transport of luggage from one accommodation to another. Focus only on the fun of riding your mountain bike—we've got the rest covered!

TransLiguria Enduro is a must for mountain bike enthusiasts. Get on your bike and experience Liguria in an unforgettable way!

Week Itinerary:

Saturday: Arrival in Finale

Relax as you travel to Finale. If you arrive by late afternoon, we'll briefly meet. Otherwise, no worries! Rest up; we'll officially start Sunday morning.

This night is included at Hotel Internazionale. (breakfast included, dinner not included)

Sunday: "Warm up Finale Flow" | Finale Ligure

Approximately 35 km | 400m ascent | 2500m descent

Meet at 9:30 am at MtbItaly's Headquarters in via Nicolò Saccone 19, Finale Ligure. (arrive without luggage; today, we ride around Finale)

Registration at the desk, introduction of guides and itinerary, Bike Check at our workshop, and departure around 10:00/10:30 am.

The first day is a warm-up on Finale's flowy trails to familiarize yourself with the terrain, get to know the group and your guide. We'll offer technical advice if needed, and if any mechanical issues arise, we're in Finale, and we'll find a solution.

Overnight at Hotel Internazionale in Finale Ligure. (breakfast included, dinner not included)

Monday: "From Sea to Mountains" | Finale Ligure - Val Pennavaire

Approximately 39 km | 740m ascent | 1670m descent

Meet at 8:30 am at MtbItaly's Headquarters in via Nicolò Saccone 19, Finale Ligure. (arrive with luggage, which will be transported to the next accommodation).

Shuttle ascent of about 30 minutes to the Melogno pass. The second day features a succession of 5/6 super-flowy natural single trails on undergrowth soil in the higher part and solid rock towards the valley floor. Beautiful trails through beech forests, pine woods, and medieval villages!

Overnight and dinner at a B&B (breakfast included, dinner not included)

Tuesday: "Beyond Borders" | Val Pennavaire - Triora

Approximately 33 km | 830m ascent | 2160m descent

Departure at 9:30 am. Shuttle of about 30 minutes to the Prale pass.
The third day is a journey, and besides being the toughest, it's the most spectacular.

In the morning, we'll cross Val Nava and then tackle the highest mountain in the Ligurian Alps, Saccarello, at 2200m above sea level, descending into the Argentina valley on one of the most spectacular trails in the area.

We expect to arrive in Triora in the late afternoon, a beautiful medieval village still known as the "Witches' Village" for the tragic events in the second half of the 1500s.

Overnight in a B&B in Triora for 2 nights (breakfast included, dinner not included)

Wednesday: "Take it Easy" | Triora

After three days of intense riding, it's time to rest a bit and recharge to 100%.

Here are some options for the day:

• Half-day shuttle on super-natural Molini trails.
• In summer, you can swim in the natural pools of the Argentina stream.
• Visit the Witchcraft Museum: located in the historic center, the museum exhibits historical artifacts and documents related to Triora's history as a center of witchcraft.
• Tasting of local products: Triora is known for its culinary tradition, especially its chestnut bread. Visitors can enjoy this specialty and other traditional dishes at the village's restaurants.
• Possibility to wash and dry technical clothing (included in the price).

Overnight in a B&B in Triora (breakfast included, dinner not included)

Thursday: "From the Alps to Medieval Villages" | Triora - Pigna

Approximately 28 km | 640m ascent | 2000m descent

Departure at 9:30 am. Shuttle of about 30 minutes to the Sanson pass.
On the fifth day, we return above 2000m to the Maritime Alps. We ride in the highlands under Mount Saccarello, visiting the Marta plains (old fortifications from 1938), enjoying a breathtaking view of Lake Tenarda and descending to the Allavena refuge. We then descend further on the "Maggiore" trail, leading us to the next medieval village of Pigna.

Overnight in a B&B in Pigna (breakfast included, dinner not included).

Friday: "From the Village to the Sea" | Pigna - Ventimiglia

Approximately 33 km | 450m ascent | 1900m descent

Departure at 9:30 am.
The connection between Pigna and Perinaldo is impressive. Between the two medieval villages, we find Mount Ceppo, 1600m high, from which an endless and panoramic trail begins. Beech forests now transform into Mediterranean scrub, and the undergrowth terrain becomes more challenging with flat rocks testing our technical skills. From Perinaldo, we head south, passing through dirt roads and concluding the day with a coastal trail overlooking the sea on Ventimiglia, where a shuttle will be waiting to take us back to Finale to spend the last evening of this unforgettable adventure together.

Overnight at Hotel Internazionale in Finale Ligure (breakfast included, dinner not included).

Saturday: "Chillout Finale" | Finale Ligure

We've reached the last and seventh day of this unique and unforgettable experience. If we survived last night, today, we can end this fantastic adventure in Flow Chillout style on the compressions and edges of the Roller Coaster or Engineer trail.

Return expected by lunch. It's time for the sad goodbyes and see you on the next adventure together!

Included in the price of €1690/person:

• 7 nights (Saturday to Saturday), bed and breakfast treatment (in a double room); supplement for a double room for single use when possible + €40/night.
• Packed lunches (sandwiches).
• 7 days of MTB enduro tours.
• Washing and drying of technical clothing in Triora.
• 1 Guide/Instructor for every 7 people.
• 7 days of shuttle support.
• 7 days of luggage transport.
• Gadgets.

Not Included:

• All lunches (those not packed) and dinners.
• Possible bike rentals.
• Anything not indicated in the "Included" section.

Useful Info:

• Lunches and dinners are not included in the package (€15-20 for lunch and €20-30 for dinner).
• Every day around 1:00 pm, packed lunch or local lunch.
• Each group of 7 people will have a private guide.
• Helmet is mandatory; knee and elbow pads are recommended but not obligatory.
• Recommended backpack with derailleur hanger for your bike, inner tube, windbreaker, and waterproof gear.
• In case of bad weather, the event will take place in any case, provided there are safety conditions.
• A deposit of €200/person is required (at the time of booking), refundable in case of cancellation up to 30 days before departure.
• The balance due 4 weeks before departure, not refundable.
• You don't have to be a professional cyclist, but neither a beginner; an intermediate/advanced level is required. To fully enjoy the event, you should be able to tackle red trails in a bike park without problems.
• Tours for Enduro or E-Enduro bikes (E-Enduros adapt to the speed of regular bikes).
• Rental not included.
• Possibility to park the car in a covered private parking lot, cost €20/day (to be communicated at the time of booking).
• We strongly recommend travel insurance in case of last-minute issues.

EXPLORE WESTERN LIGURIA ON AN MTB: 6 VALLEYS TO EXPLORE, AN ADVENTURE WITHOUT LIMITS!

Get ready for a breathtaking mountain biking experience through the magnificent Western Liguria! Explore six pristine valleys, immerse yourself in the authenticity of this unique journey. We're waiting for you to embark on an unforgettable adventure amid spectacular landscapes and pure adrenaline!

Choose your date from the calendar and book your spot!

PS. If you're part of a group of 4, 5, 6, 7 cyclist friends who would like to organize this tour privately on a customized date, it can be arranged at a fixed price:

• 5 people: €1890 per person
• 6 people: €1690 per person
• 7 people: €1590 per person

For groups smaller than 5 and larger than 7, please inquire for a quote.

How to Book:

Send us an email at finale [at] mtbitaly [dot] eu indicating the number of people (unless otherwise indicated, we assume double room accommodations; otherwise, + €40/night for a double room for single use). If possible, let us know 2-3 desired dates or time periods in addition to the requested date.

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