If you require tranportation for your bike then please click here to book it:
Book TransportThe Stelvio earned its place in the hearts of the ‘tifosi’ as far back as 1953 when Fausto Coppi attacked Hugo Koblet before going on to win the stage and claim his fifth and final Giro win in Milan. The Mortirolo, Lance Armstrong reputedly said it was the hardest climb he had ever done, made its first appearance in the Giro in 1990, and is part of the long route Gran Fondo Stelvio Santini.
We have taken over 250 riders to experience the many emotions that these climbs have to offer. Dudley Samuels has personally climbed the Stelvio 11 times, and every time was even more exciting than the time before. The SteIvio awaits!
This, the greatest of the great Gran Fondos, starts and finishes in bella Bormio, in the Italian Alps, also know as the ‘Magnifica Terra’.
Our 4-star hotel and choice of apartments are perfectly placed, for the start / finish line in the heart of Bormio.
We believe we are the first tour operator to offer our customers the option to pay via instalment at no extra charge. It’s very simple how it works , please see the table below and payments must be made by standing order,
If you wish to pay via instalments it will be a £100 deposit , if not then it’s £50 deposit and balance on 31/3/2021 – see “What and when to Pay” section
Here is how it works:- The earlier you book the lower the monthly payment !
Month Deposit is Paid 1st Payment Month Monthly Payment
June 2020 July 2020 £49.99 x 11
July 2020 August 2020 £54.99 x 10
August 2020 September 2020 £61.10 x 9
September 2020 October 2020 £68.74 x 8
October 2020 November 2020 £78.56 x 7
November 2020 December 2020 £91.65 x 6
December 2020 January 2021 £109.99 x 5
January 2021 February 2021 £137.48 x 4
February 2021 March 2021 £183.31 x 3
March 2021 April 2021 £274.97 x 2
Please note monthly payments must reach us on the last week day of the month. A missed payment will result in the full balance being due by the 14th of the following missed payment month, failure to pay the due balance will result in all previous payments being non-refundable and your booking cancelled.
If at any point you cancel your booking our terms and conditions fall into play – please refer to our 21 days refund terms.
If you require further information/clarification on monthly payments please do not hesitate to contact us via email or phone .
Please note Single room supplement is not included , neither is bike transport, the latter is a complete separate payment.
If you require further information/clarification on monthly payments please do not hesitate to contact us via email or phone .
Thursday 3rd June 2021 to 7th June 2021
4 nights.
Your Gran Fondo Stelvio challenge is on Sunday 6th 2021
WHEN AND WHAT DO YOU NEED TO PAY?
Please take a look at our payment and cancellations Terms and Conditions.
Bike Transportation should you wish to use our bike transport service , in our custom built trailer, please stay on this page, and use the “Book Transport.” button. This service is available with the proviso there are 10 bookings.
Deliver your bike on 31/5/2021 between 14:30 – 16:30
Collect Your bike on 9/6/2021 between 17:00 – 20:00
Location Big Yellow Box Wandsworth -100 Garratt Ln, London SW18 4DJ
Outbound
Fly into Milan Malpensa airport (MXP) airport
Ensure you are cleared through customs and can get across to Terminal 2 by 13:00
Coach departs Terminal 2 at 13:30 a.m.
Return
Coach departs from the hotel at 10:00 a.m.
3-hour transfer, so book your return flight with this in mind.
N.B. The coach will drop you off at Terminal 2 Milan Malpensa, so factor in time to get to Terminal 1
Many thanks for deciding to take a trip with European Cycle Events, we really look forward to seeing you.
All Events and Bespoke trip payments
Your deposit payment, which secures your place on your trip, is taken by Stripe Online Payments along with balance payments.
Our terms and conditions can be found here.
“I absolutely loved the trip and wouldn’t change a thing (except perhaps my bike! And my ability! ) “My first trip with European Cycle Events and I have to say it wont be my last! Plenty of information, plenty of support, lots of fabulous cycling and amazing fun! A great group of people taking part in a great Gran Fondo . Some fantastic climbs and fantastic views. The Hotel was good and the company great. I shall be going again next year for sure!”
“Fantastic event, thoroughly recommended. Extremely well organised by Dudley. Will definitely come again”
“I thoroughly enjoyable Stelvio Sabtini trip with a superbly located hotel. Bike accommodation, food and the event on the day was marvellous and fortunately the weather was on our side. This is my second gran Fondo Stelvio Santini and I highly recommend it.”
“Whilst I sit at gate E26 at Milan airport I have time to reflect on my trip to Bormio to ride the Stelvio. I have dreamt of riding the Stelvio for nearly 40 years when I first knew of it watching the Giro as a young racing cyclist and now having ridden it, it surpassed all expectations I had. The area is just totally jaw dropingly amazing. The Stelvio is just amazing to ride, if not hard, but us cyclists love a challenge and a challenge it is. Dudley, what a great geezer he is!! You can either go out on the organised rides on the lead up to the Gran Fondo or do your own thing. Anything goes. Very relaxed and very enjoyable and I thank Dudley for giving me that opportunity to ride this mountain. 5 stars for organisation and execution of the trip.”
6 Reviews
Dudley is a friendly and knowledgeable host. He knows the area, the roads and race. The hotel was fabulous with great food and facilities. Highly recommended. I will be back for more adventures with European Cycle Events
“I really enjoyed the whole trip. The organisation was great, the hotel was perfect, the food was good, it was a nice crowd of people, the ride was spectacular and Dudley was on hand to provide all the local knowledge and tips. Would very happily recommend the whole trip”