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Cycle tours in Italy and Europe
For more than two decades we have been organizing trips and experiences, making all of the arrangements and leaving the tourists only the pleasure of discovery.
What’s behind our cycling holidays? Attention to detail, all the expertise of cycling holiday designers and especially consolidated team work. We coordinate every step of the way directly from our headquarters in Vicenza and the seasonal sites in Europe.
When we are not directly managing every aspect of the itinerary, we carefully choose local partners to do so, and we still remain your trusted contact before and during your vacation.
The office team
Champions of “traveling light and carefree,” they are here to organize itineraries, services, and informational materials, and to provide assistance. They are available to assist you when you’re booking your trip. while you’re on the trip, and after you return.
Pierpaolo Romio
Pierpaolo Romio
After 500.000 km hitchhiking across the whole Europe, I decided to change means.
Michela Romio
Michela Romio
Berlin and Sicily are the north and south of my compass, I live halfway.
Nicola Boaria
Nicola Boaria
If I had to write a book, I'd use Excel
Alice Tronca
Alice Tronca
Feminist out of necessity
Anna Valle
Anna Valle
Curly hair, don't care!
Sandra Hofer
Sandra Hofer
I churn out to-do-lists, crackers and curiosities from South Tyrol
Elena Riatti
Elena Riatti
Scorpio beyond suspicion, Scorpio ascendant
Giuliana Galeazzi
Giuliana Galeazzi
My suitcase is always ready: I still have a lot of trips in the drawer!
Chiara Kontos
Chiara Kontos
Passionate travel designer, with Greece in the heart and a cat called Hermione.
Valentina Ferronato
Valentina Ferronato
Definitely a sea lover
Sana Mubashar
Sana Mubashar
Practicing foreign languages is the perfect excuse for binge-watching TV series
Katia Brustolon
Katia Brustolon
The Queen of Dolomites
Carla Santiccioli
Carla Santiccioli
I enjoy starting my day by dunking my thoughts into my green tea.
Silvia Casagrande
Silvia Casagrande
Born with five-inch heels
Ilaria Cubalchini
Ilaria Cubalchini
My recipe for happiness? Nature, books, yoga...and the right dose of travels!
Andrea Doppio
Andrea Doppio
Dolomites, London, Amalfi Coast...anywhere is fine as long as I have the camera in my backpack!
Elisa Cerulo
Elisa Cerulo
Never underestimate the youngest member of the team
Jovana Janković
Jovana Janković
A Balkan soul in Italy
Martina Miotto
Martina Miotto
I love volleyball and live to the beat of Latin American music
Naila Pernigotti
Naila Pernigotti
A Gryffindor waiting for the letter to Hogwarts and with Berlin in her heart
In the workshop
Bicycle mechanics, baggage handlers, and managers of our warehouses and our bases of operations. They have a secret weapon: their sandwiches are the most envied lunchtime treats.
Giovanni Falvo
Giovanni Falvo
Deeply in love with rock-climbing
Leonardo Ceron
Leonardo Ceron
Liberté, egalité, fraternité... vin rosé!
Abubacarr Jallow
Abubacarr Jallow
If you don't find me in the workshop, I might be at the club!
Riccardo Fichera
Riccardo Fichera
My favorite means of transport? Cargo bikes!
On the barges
A trained and professional crew that is also a family. They coordinate shipboard activities, share moments of relaxation on board, and spoil guests on the boat.
Riccardo Tamani
Riccardo Tamani
Ship captain, motorist, and diver from Mantua. The salami I produce with my father is the best in the world.
Sara Visentin
Sara Visentin
I love cooking, but mostly eating sweets. What's my specialty? Lemon and basil pannacotta.
Filippo Bonafè
Filippo Bonafè
I've always been a captain along the river Po, but now I sail the Rhone. Whenever I can, I drop the anchor in the Espiguette beach.
Alberto Reghellin
Alberto Reghellin
Through philosophy, theatre and fishing boats I learnt how to restore body and mind.
Esther Fontanella
Esther Fontanella
Many houses, a lot of jobs, one certainty: I love cooking and life aboard!
Irene Vigolo
Irene Vigolo
Born and raised among sack of flours of the family bakery, I now live between the kitchen and the galley of a river boat.
Around the world
Our tour leaders put their legs, head and heart into giving you a memorable journey. They work in synergy with our office team and attend training and refresher days each year to guide you professionally.
Andrea Ferrigato
Andrea Ferrigato
15 years as a pro cyclist, 8 times the Giro d'Italia and 4 times the Tour de France. Now I cycle just for the sake of travel.
Silvia Pezzetti
Silvia Pezzetti
My life in a nutshell: architecture, adventure and water.
Marco Quaglio
Marco Quaglio
Easy rider, whether it's on a bike, a skateboard, a motorcycle or a canoa #ohyeahbeautifullife
Tamara Veenendaal
Tamara Veenendaal
Always outdoor in the open air, ideally with my bike!
Ingo Olie
Ingo Olie
With every bike ride you can discover a new world full of surprises
Licia Arvati
Licia Arvati
Energetic and bubbly: I love travelling and sharing this passion!
Helmut Witt
Helmut Witt
Do you know how to turn a Bavarian into a real Italian? By making him a tour leader for Girolibero!
Hein Hoefnagels
Hein Hoefnagels
On my baggage I have 25 years of trips in Africa and Asia on a 4WD. Today I lead bike and barge groups in Europe
Stefania Corà
Stefania Corà
By bike, on foot, with body and mind...I never stop wandering
Daniela Zarpellon
Daniela Zarpellon
To keep my balance, I have to keep on moving
Elena Zolin
Elena Zolin
Mountains, sea, rivers, lakes - I'm happy anywhere in nature
Giorgio Roggero
Giorgio Roggero
Interpreter, translator, with one foot on the pedal and the other one...in Austria!
Michela Bresciani
Michela Bresciani
I dream of pointing my finger at the globe, and from there finding my way home biking, walking or sailing!
Alessandra Villa
Alessandra Villa
With the bike always at hand, just in case I need to leave for an hour or a year
Caterina Pilon
Caterina Pilon
In the world where I have been raised, there are only kilometers to walk or ride
Conforto 7
Bolzano
Base for cycling holidays on the Adige cycling route, the main bike route in Italy, with a large number of cycle tourists departing every week from April through October.
Mantua
The Porto Valdaro shipyard is the winter depot for the Ave Maria and the Vita Pugna, our river ships for Bike and Barge tours. From April to October, our captains move the boats to Porto Catena, a tourist mooring just outside the city walls.
Pisa
Operational base with over 150 bikes for our cycle tours in Tuscany. Between late March and early October, our colleague on the spot delivers the bikes, transports the luggage, and is the point of contact in case of need.
Lecce
Operational base with over 150 bikes for our cycle tours in Puglia. Throughout the season our on-site colleague is the primary point of contact: from bike delivery, to luggage and assistance.
Orléans
Operational base for tours between the Loire châteaux. Here, Leonardo provides the orange bikes (about 200!), overhauls them before each departure, transports luggage, and is there to help if need arises.
Aigues-Mortes
L’Estello and Caprice, the boats that sail for Girolibero in the south of France, moor here and are looked after all year round by Sara and Filippo.
Girolibero Original (27 tours)
These are the tours we organize from A to Z. You can recognize them by the cockade symbol.
Our goal is to shorten the supply chain and provide you with the best service at the best price.
We study the itineraries, map the routes, choose and book overnight accommodations, coordinate logistics and support services, prepare informational materials for the participants, choose tour leaders, and book local tours and excursions. Learn more
About us
Girolibero Original
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Four river barges fly the Girolibero flag: Ave Maria and Vita Pugna sail between Mantua and Venice; the L’Estello and Caprice in southern France, Provence and Camargue. Our hotel-floats host cyclists from around the world for a bike and boat vacation, and are available to private groups for tailor-made itineraries.
Ave Maria
- comfort Gold
- en-suite bathroom and shower
- air conditioning in the whole barge
- WiFi available in common areas
- 17 cabins
- 31 guests in low beds plus additional guests in bunk beds (on request)
Ave Maria
- comfort Gold
- en-suite bathroom and shower
- air conditioning in the whole barge
- WiFi available in common areas
- 17 cabins
- 31 guests in low beds plus additional guests in bunk beds (on request)
Ave Maria is a comfortable river cruise ship made in Italy, built with innovative solutions and where materials were chosen with aesthetics and comfort in mind. It is also a small barge capable of passing under low bridges and sailing on shallow water, typical of Italian waterways. The barge was custom-built using the salvaged hull of a Po River dredge.
All in strict compliance with new and stricter safety and eco-friendly standards.
Ave Maria is an “environmentally sustainable” boat due to energy conservation on
board, purification of dark water, and navigation that does not damage the shores. View more details
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Cabins
- 4 upper deck dbl/twin cabins 11 sq.m (D)
- 10 lower deck dbl/twin cabins 11 sq.m (B,C)
- 3 lower deck single cabins 7.5 sq.m (A)
- the two single beds can become a double bed and most of the double beds can be separated into two single beds
- possible additional bunk beds in some cabins
Features
- Comfortable low beds (2.00 m x 0.80 m)
- En-suite facilities
- Large windows
- Individually controlled air conditioning
- Safe deposit box
- Under the beds there is an empty space for luggage storage: H36cm x W112cm x D80cm
Common areas
- Cozy and bright restaurant hall with large panoramic windows
- Lounge area for relaxation with a wide selection of board games, books and travel guides, a 55” multimedia screen, and free WiFi
- Sundeck to enjoy sailing and outdoor dining
Vita Pugna
- comfort Silver
- en-suite bathroom and shower
- air conditioning in the whole barge
- sundeck
- WiFi available in common areas
- 10 cabins
- 21 guests in low beds
Vita Pugna
- comfort Silver
- en-suite bathroom and shower
- air conditioning in the whole barge
- WiFi in common areas
- 10 cabins
- 21 guests in low beds
After many years as cargo boat Vita Pugna has been totally renewed in the beginning of the 1990s in order to start her new life as floating hotel along the Dutch canals. After a famous long journey from Holland to Italy, this charming Dutch lady has been sailing with great success between Venice and Mantova since 2008. It is a small barge capable of passing under low bridges and navigating on shallow water, typical of Italian waterways. View more details
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Cozy and typical wooden furniture design.
10 cabins
- 9 lower deck twin cabins 7-8 sq.m (B)
- 1 lower deck twin/triple cabin 7-8 sq.m (C)
- one cabin can accommodate 3 people (3 low beds)
Features
- Comfortable low beds (1.90/2.00 m x 0.75/0.80 m)
- En-suite facilities
- Opening portholes
- Individually controlled air conditioning
- Safe deposit box
- Under at least one of the two beds there is an empty space for luggage storage: H40cm x W150cm x D75cm
Common areas
- Spacious air-conditioned restaurant and lounge bar area with free WiFi
- Sundeck to enjoy sailing
Caprice
- comfort Silver
- en-suite bathroom and shower
- air conditioning in the whole barge
- WiFi in common areas
- 11 cabins
- 21 guests
Caprice
- comfort Silver
- en-suite bathroom and shower
- air conditioning in the whole barge
- WiFi in common areas
- 11 cabins
- 21 guests in low beds
A small and cozy river boat that sails through the heart of Provence and Camargue. Caprice has it all: custom-designed furnishings, freshly varnished wood and bright colors, excellent on-board cuisine, and well-kept cabins and common areas make you feel at home. View more details
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Cabins
- 8 lower deck twin cabins 7-8 sq.m (B)
- 2 lower deck double cabins 7-8 sq.m (C)
- 1 lower deck single cabin 7-8 sq.m (A)
Features
- Comfortable low beds (single: 1.90 m x 0.80 m | double: 1.90 m x 1.40 m)
- En-suite facilities
- Fixed portholes (forced ventilation)
- Individually controlled air conditioning
- Safe deposit box
- Ample closet space in the cabin for storing luggage
Common areas
- cozy and bright restaurant hall with large panoramic windows
- sundeck with tables and chairs to enjoy sailing
L'Estello
- comfort Silver
- en-suite bathroom and shower
- air conditioning in the whole barge
- WiFi in common areas
- 10 cabins
- 20 guests
L'Estello
- comfort Silver
- en-suite bathroom and shower
- air conditioning in the whole barge
- WiFi in common areas
- 10 cabins
- 20 guests in low beds
L’Estello sails between Avignon and Aigues Mortes, with the Provençal landscape and the protected wilderness of the Camargue providing the backdrop. This river boat is a classic Dutch barge built in 1937 and then renewed in 2018. It is the ideal accommodation to spend a pleasant bike and boat vacation in nature and relaxation. View more details
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Cabins
- 9 lower deck twin cabins 7-8 sq.m (B)
- 1 lower deck double cabin 7-8 sq.m (C)
Features
- Comfortable low beds (single: 1.90 m x 0.80 m | double: 1.90 m x 1.40 m)
- En-suite facilities
- Fixed portholes (forced ventilation)
- Individually controlled air conditioning
- Safe deposit box
- Ample closet space in the cabin for storing luggage
Common areas
- cozy and bright restaurant hall with large panoramic windows
- sundeck with tables and chairs to enjoy sailing
You can rent the bike type that suits you best. You will find it at the starting point of the tour and you have to return it at the end of the last cycling stage: easy, isn’t it? Touring bikes, electric bikes, tandems, accessories: our mechanics know them down to the last bolt, assemble them and continually overhaul them at our headquarters or at the nearest base of operations. The rental of Girolibero bikes includes insurance against theft and irreparable damage. See Girolibero bikes in detail.
Unisex touring bike
- 28″ wheel
- 27 speed
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
- speedlifter twist T10 to easily adjust the handlebar height
- the only one suitable with children’s accessories
Unisex touring bike
- 28″ wheel
- 27 speed
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
- speedlifter twist T10 to easily adjust the handlebar height
- the only one suitable with children’s accessories
Specifically assembled by our mechanics, our touring bikes feature components and accessories that make it reliable and easy to ride, a perfect companion for your bike tour. Furthermore, thanks to the step-through frame, getting on and off your bike is easier.
Standard components
- bike bell
- side kickstand
- cycle computer
- front/rear lights
- front/rear mudguards
- bottle holder
- rear rack
Accessories included
- Ortlieb rear side pannier (12,5 l)
- repair kit (1 per room)
- handlebar bag (1 per room)
- lock
On guided tours, the handlebar bag and repair kit are only provided to those who ride individually.
Bosch unisex e-bike
- 28” wheel
- 9 speed
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
- speedlifter twist T10 to easily adjust the handlebar height
Bosch unisex e-bike
- 28” wheel
- 9 speed
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
- speedlifter twist T10 to easily adjust the handlebar height
Our e-bike is the right choice if you do not feel trained enough to spend more days on a saddle. You can easily adjust the assistance of the electric motor: from a mild pedaling support, to a more intense boost, which is especially useful on starts and uphill climbs. The battery charge covers an entire cycling stage, or even more if you don’t use it at full power all the time, and you can recharge it at the end of the day at the hotel .
Standard components
- bike bell
- side kickstand
- cycle computer
- frame lock
- front/rear lights
- front/rear mudguards
- bottle holder
- rear rack
Accessories included
- Ortlieb rear side pannier (12,5 l)
- handlebar bag (1 per room)
- battery charger
- battery key
- repair kit
- lock
On guided tours, the handlebar bag and repair kit are only provided to those who ride individually.
Men's touring bike
- 28″ wheel
- 27 speed
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
- speedlifter twist T10 to easily adjust the handlebar height
Men's touring bike
- 28″ wheel
- 27 speed
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
- speedlifter twist T10 to easily adjust the handlebar height
Specifically assembled by our mechanics, our touring bikes feature components and accessories that make it reliable and easy to ride, a perfect companion for your bike tour.
Standard components
- bike bell
- side kickstand
- cycle computer
- front/rear lights
- front/rear mudguards
- bottle holder
- rear rack
Accessories included
- Ortlieb rear side pannier (12,5 l)
- repair kit (1 per room)
- lock
- handlebar bag (1 per room)
On guided tours, the handlebar bag and repair kit are only provided to those who ride individually.
Men's Hybrid Bike
- 28″ wheel
- 27 speed
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
- speedlifter twist T10 to easily adjust the handlebar height
- suitable for individuals with a body height of 165 cm and above
Men's Hybrid Bike
- 28″ wheel
- 27 speed
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
- speedlifter twist T10 to easily adjust the handlebar height
- suitable for individuals with a body height of 165 cm and above
A sportier, lighter model with thinner tires than the touring bike. Straight handlebars allow a comfortable stance while pedaling.
Adult tandem
- 28” wheel
- 24/27 speed
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
Adult tandem
- 28” wheel
- 24/27 speed
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
Tandem for two adults: the driver sits in the front and both of them pedal.
Recommended for body height: min 155 and max 200 cm.
Standard components
- bike bell
- side kickstand
- cycle computer
- front/rear lights
- front/rear mudguards
- bottle holder
- rear rack
Accessories included
- front bag (7 l)
- Ortlieb rear side pannier (12.5 l)
- lock
- repair kit
Family tandem
- 1 adult + 1 child 6-8 years old
- 26” wheel
- 11 speed
Family tandem
- 1 adult + 1 child 6-8 years old
- 26” wheel
- 11 speed
Tandem to carry an adult and a 6-8 year-old child. The adult sitting in the back rides, while the child sits in the front and may not pedal.
Recommended for body height: adult min 155 cm and max 200 cm; child min 120 cm and max 135 cm.
Standard components
- bike bell
- side kickstand
- cycle computer
- front/rear lights
- front/rear mudguards
- bottle holder
- rear rack
Accessories included
- Ortlieb rear side pannier (12.5 l)
- lock
- repair kit
Child bike 20’'
- age: 6-8 years old
- body height: min 120 cm -max 135 cm
- 20″ wheel
- 7 speed
Child bike 20’'
- age: 6-8 years old
- body height: min 120 cm -max 135 cm
- 20″ wheel
- 7 speed
Equipped with anti-puncture tires and comfort gel saddle.
Standard components
- bike bell
- side kickstand
- front/rear lights
- front/rear mudguards
- rear rack
Accessories included
- repair kit
Child bike 24"
- age: 8-10 years old
- body height: min 135-max 148 cm
- 24” wheel
- 7 speed
Child bike 24"
- age: 8-10 years old
- body height: min 135-max 148 cm
- 24” wheel
- 7 speed
Equipped with anti-puncture tires and comfort gel saddle.
Standard components
- bike bell
- side kickstand
- front/rear lights
- front/rear mudguards
- rear rack
Accessories included
- repair kit
Pino hase bike
- 20/26” wheel
- 27 gears
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
Pino hase bike
- 20/26” wheel
- 27 gears
- anti-puncture tires
- comfort gel saddle
Two-person tandem: driver sits in back, passenger in front (and may not ride).
Thanks to the reclined front seating position, the passenger is more relaxed during cycling and communicates easily with the driver. Both riders enjoy panoramic views.
Recommended for body height: driver min 155 and max 195 cm; passenger min 130 and max 195 cm.
Standard components
- bike bell
- side kickstand
- cycle computer
- front/rear lights
- front/rear mudguards
- bottle holder
- rear rack
Accessories included
- Ortlieb rear side pannier (12.5 l)
- water bottle
- front map holder
- lock
- repair kit
Child trailer
- Age: between 11 months and 4 years old
- weight: max 35 kg
- compatible only with unisex non-electric rental bike
Child trailer
- Age: between 11 months and 4 years old
- weight: max 35 kg
- compatible only with unisex non-electric rental bike
Appendix to be attached to the back of the adult bike. Complete with belts to secure the child, windproof semi-waterproof fabric cover, clear pvc window. Recommended for carrying a child 11 months-4 years old, max 35 kg. Upon request, the "hammock" seat can be included to carry a baby younger than 11 months old. Can only be mounted on unisex touring bikes.
FollowMe tandem + 20" bike
- age: 6-8 years old
- height: min 120, max 135 cm
- weight: max 30kg
- includes hitch + baby bike 20″
- compatible only with unisex non-electric rental bike
FollowMe tandem + 20" bike
- age: 6-8 years old
- height: min 120, max 135 cm
- weight: max 30kg
- includes hitch + baby bike 20″
- compatible only with unisex non-electric rental bike
Accessory consisting of a hook (to attach to the back of the adult bike) and a 20" child bike. If the child wants to ride independently, the hook detaches from the toddler bike and folds onto the adult bike. Recommended for carrying children 6-8 years old, min height 120 and max 135 cm, max weight 30 kg. Can only be mounted on unisex touring bikes for hire.
Rear seat
- age: 1-5 years old
- weight: max 22kg
- reclining backrest
- compatible only with unisex non-electric rental bike
Rear seat
- age: 1-5 years old
- weight: max 22kg
- reclining backrest
- compatible only with unisex non-electric rental bike
Accessory to be attached above the rear rack of the adult bike. The backrest reclines, which is useful when the child falls asleep. Approved for a child 1-5 years old, maximum weight 22 kg. Can only be mounted on unisex touring bikes.
Repair Kit
Kit includes:
- 1 pump
- 1 inner tube
- 2 allen keys
- tyre levers
- patch
- glue
Repair Kit
Kit includes:
- 1 pump
- 1 inner tube
- 2 allen keys
- tyre levers
- patch
- glue
A repair kit (one for every two bikes) containing what is needed to change the inner tube in case of a puncture is provided for each reservation.
Handlebar bag
- dimensions: 27cm x 18cm
- depth: 6cm
- 4 velcro straps
Handlebar bag
- dimensions: 27cm x 18cm
- depth: 6cm
- 4 velcro straps
Ortlieb bag
- material: PD620/PS490 waterproof
- dimensions: 30×25×14 cm. (HxWxD)
- weight: 1300 g
- capacity: 12,5 l
Ortlieb bag
- material: PD620/PS490 waterproof
- dimensions: 30×25×14 cm. (HxWxD)
- weight: 1300 g
- capacity: 12,5 l
Waterproof side bag whose compact size makes it the ideal partner for short trips or shopping. Through the QL1 mounting system, it can be quickly and easily attached to the bike.
Company data and contacts
Girolibero srl Tour Operator
Via Conforto da Costozza 7
36100 Vicenza – Italy
P.I. 03794470249
info@girolibero.it
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