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EXPLORE LIGURIA ON A MOUNTAIN BIKE: 4 DAYS OF ADVENTURE AND TRADITION
From Finale Ligure to Ventimiglia, immerse yourself in an epic 4-day journey through the pristine valleys of Liguria di Ponente. A unique experience on your Trail/Enduro or e-Enduro mountain bike, crossing breathtaking landscapes and rural villages where time seems to have stood still, preserving authentic popular traditions.
Each day, you'll face the challenges of the valleys: Val Bormida, Val Neva, Val Arroscia, Val Argentina, Val Nervia, and finally, Ventimiglia. In this thrilling journey, savor the flavors of local cuisine and enjoy well-deserved rest in cozy B&Bs in some of Italy's most beautiful medieval villages.
Our team of certified guides/instructors will be by your side, providing support with shuttles for longer ascents and taking care of transporting luggage from one accommodation to another. Focus only on the fun of riding your mountain bike; the rest is in our hands!
The TransLiguria Enduro is a must-try adventure for mountain bike enthusiasts. Get on your bike and experience Liguria in an unforgettable way!
WEEK ITINERARY
Wednesday: Arrival in Finale
Travel leisurely to Finale. If you can arrive by late afternoon, we'll briefly meet. Otherwise, no problem! Rest up; we'll see you at the official start on Thursday morning.
This night is included in the price at Hotel Internazionale (breakfast included, dinner not included).
Thursday: "From Sea to Mountains" | Finale Ligure - Val Pennavaire
Approximately 39 km | 740 m elevation gain | 1670 m elevation loss
Meeting at 8:30 am at the MtbItaly Headquarters at Via Nicolò Saccone 19 in Finale Ligure (bring your luggage, which will be transported to the next accommodation).
Registration at the office, introduction of guides and itinerary, bike check at our workshop, and departure around 9:00 am.
Shuttle ride of about 30 minutes to the Melogno pass. The second day features 5/6 super flowy natural single trails in the upper part and solid rock towards the valley floor. Beautiful trails through beech forests, pine woods, and medieval villages!
Overnight stay and dinner in a B&B (breakfast included, dinner not included).
Friday: "Beyond Borders" | Val Pennavaire - Triora
Approximately 33 km | 830 m elevation gain | 2160 m elevation loss
Departure at 9:30 am. Shuttle of about 30 minutes to the Prale pass. The second day is a journey and, being the toughest, the most spectacular.
In the morning, we cross the Val Nava to then tackle the highest mountain in the Ligurian Alps, Saccarello at 2200m above sea level, and descend into the Argentina valley on one of the most spectacular trails in the valley.
Arrival is expected in late afternoon in Triora, a beautiful medieval village still known as the Witch's Village for the tragic events in the second half of the 1500s.
Overnight stay in a B&B in Triora (breakfast included, dinner not included).
Saturday: "From the Alps to Medieval Villages" | Triora - Pigna
Approximately 28 km | 640 m elevation gain | 2000 m elevation loss
Departure at 9:30 am. Shuttle of about 30 minutes to the Sanson pass. On the third day, we return above 2000 m in the Maritime Alps. A ride in the highlands under Mount Saccarello, visiting the Marta plains (old fortifications from 1938), breathtaking views of Lake Tenarda, and descending to the Allavena refuge before descending again on the "Maggiore" trail to the next medieval village of Pigna.
Overnight stay in a B&B in Pigna (breakfast included, dinner not included).
Sunday: "From Village to Sea" | Pigna - Ventimiglia
Approximately 33 km | 450 m elevation gain | 1900 m elevation loss
Departure at 9:30 am. We've reached the last day of this unique and unforgettable experience. The connection between Pigna and Perinaldo is striking because between the two medieval villages, we find Mount Ceppo at 1600m in height, from which an endless and super panoramic trail starts. The beech forests now turn into Mediterranean scrub, and the undergrowth terrain becomes more challenging with flat rocks that will test our technical skills. From Perinaldo, we continue south, passing through dirt roads and concluding the day with a coastal trail with a sea view on Ventimiglia, where the shuttle awaits to take us back to Finale.
Return expected by 6:00 pm in Finale Ligure. After 4 unforgettable days, the sad moment of goodbyes and see you next adventure has arrived!
Included in the price of €990/person:
- 4 nights (Wednesday to Sunday), bed and breakfast treatment (in double rooms); supplement for single-use double room when possible + €40/night.
- Packed lunches (sandwiches)
- 4 days of MTB enduro tours
- 1 Guide/Instructor for every 7 people
- 4 days of shuttle support
- 4 days of luggage transport
- Washing and drying of technical clothing in Triora
- Gadgets
Not Included:
- All lunches (those not packed) and dinners
- Possible bike rentals
- Anything not indicated in the "included" section
Useful information:
- 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 in a local restaurant
- Each group of 7 people will have a private guide
- Helmet is mandatory, knee and elbow pads are recommended but not mandatory
- Recommended backpack with derailleur hanger for your bike, inner tube, windproof, and waterproof gear
- In case of bad weather, the event will take place as long as safety conditions are met
- A deposit of €200/person is required (at the time of booking), refundable in case of cancellation within 30 days of departure.
- The balance is due 4 weeks before departure, non-refundable.
- You don't need to be a professional cyclist, but an intermediate/advanced level is required. To fully enjoy the event, you should be able to handle red trails in a bike park without problems.
- Tour for Enduro or E-enduro bikes (E-enduros adapt to the speed of muscle-powered 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)
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended in case of last-minute problems
DISCOVER PONENTE LIGURIA ON MTB: 6 VALLEYS TO EXPLORE, AN ADVENTURE WITHOUT BORDERS!
Get ready for a breathtaking mountain biking experience through the magnificent Liguria di Ponente! Cross six pristine valleys, immerse yourself in the authenticity of this unique journey. We await you for an unforgettable adventure amid spectacular landscapes and pure adrenaline!
Choose your date on the calendar and book your spot!
P.S. If you are part of a group of 4, 5, 6, 7 cyclist friends who would like to organize this tour privately on a customized date, it is possible at a fixed price:
- 5 people: €1190/person
- 6 people: €990/person
- 7 people: €890/person
- For groups fewer than 5 and more than 7 people, request a quote.
How to book: Write 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 single-use double room). If possible, provide 2 - 3 desired dates or time periods in addition to the requested date.
Technical Direction: Forba Viaggi Travel Agency VAT and C.F. 00598260149 aut. prov. SO N. 02/97 of 20/2/97
