The Vago Way:
bespoke bike tours, Italian vibes.

Cycling group celebrating at Valico di Capo la Serra during an Italian bike tour with Vago Cycling
Vago Cycling guide smiling with a guest on a scenic mountain road in Italy, representing the friendly Vago Way

Arrive as a guest, leave as a friend

WHAT IS THE VAGO WAY?

Think of Vago as your Italian friend with bikes, wine, Nonna’s best recipes and a plan. We take care of everything, so you can just show up, ride, and enjoy every moment, stress-free. Every bike tour is built around your group, your rhythm, and your appetite for beauty, flavor, and the joy of the road.

This isn’t just a bike trip. It’s everything beautiful about Italy, on two wheels.

What makes a trip with Vago Special?

Tailored Planning

Cyclists climbing Passo Gavia in the Italian Alps on a Italy bike tour

No two groups are the same, and no two tours should be. Our Italy bike tours don’t begin with a rigid schedule — they begin with a conversation. We’ve designed trips mixing e-MTB trails with road climbs, and crafted routes where avid riders and casual e-bikers all ended the day smiling. Whether we build a tour from scratch or adapt one of our itineraries, the result is always the same: a ride that fits you perfectly.

Routes & Support

Cyclist getting his bottle filled up on Stelvio Pass with Vago Cycling guide support

From iconic climbs like Stelvio or Monte Grappa to quiet backroads only locals know, our routes are the perfect blend of beauty, challenge, must-see highlights, and hidden gems. With a guide by your side and full van support always close, you can simply relax, smile, and enjoy Italy at its best — one unforgettable ride after another.

Food & Wine

Private dinner in a mountain hut during the Dolomites bike tour

The same care we put into planning the rides goes into curating every food and wine experience along the way. Because let’s face it: food is one of the best parts of a cycling day. On a typical tour day breakfast is a hearty feast to fuel the miles ahead, lunch an al fresco picnic in a stunning spot with plenty of homemade delicacies, and dinner can be anything from a cozy family trattoria to a private home-cooked meal or an elegant restaurant celebrating the best of regional cuisine. When you ride Italy with us, every table is as memorable as every ride.

Charming Stays

Boutique hotel with pool in Abruzzo during an Italy bike tour

For every tour we carefully select places with soul: boutique hotels in the Dolomites where you feel pampered after a big ride, family-run agriturismi in the Abruzzo countryside offering the warmest Italian hospitality, and lakeside villas overlooking Lake Como with views you’ll never forget. As with every part of the journey, the final choice of accommodation depends on your preferences, style, and budget — always authentic, always memorable.

High End Bikes

High quality Trek road bike for Vago Cycling tours in Italy

A great ride starts with a great bike. That’s why we provide high-end road bikes and e-bikes, fitted to your exact measurements and tuned for comfort and performance. Smooth, reliable, and ready to turn every climb, every descent, and every road into pure Italian joy. Learn more about Our Bikes.

Beyond The Ride

Cooking class making fresh pasta during an Italy bike tour

Not just great bike rides in Italy; a cycling tour with us is the perfect way to live it. Learn to cook pasta with a nonna, sip local wines in family cellars, enjoy a simple aperitivo in the piazza, and feel the genuine warmth of locals who share stories, open doors, and make you feel at home.

The Vago Way

Vago Cycling group celebrating the end of a great bike tour in the Alps and Dolomites

More than a tour — it’s a way of living Italy. From the warm welcome on day one to the laughter shared at dinner, from the quiet confidence of knowing every detail is taken care of to the joy of real connections along the road. With us there’s no stress, no rush — just the genuine enthusiasm of sharing our love for cycling and for our beautiful country. You arrive as a guest, and you leave as a friend already dreaming of your next ride together.

HEAR FROM OUR GUESTS

Mattia really cares that you have a great time. He is personally vested in your happiness. and really enjoys sharing his beautiful country with you and wants you to see everything there is to be seen. I have done 2 trips with Vago and it only got better the second time around.

PASQUALE B. • USA • ABRUZZO

HEAR FROM OUR GUESTS

We’ve used a number of U.S. and UK-based companies and I recommend Vago above all of them. Their combination of first-class service and local knowledge can’t be found elsewhere. Thanks very much to Vago for an amazing week in the Alps and Dolomites.

KEVIN E. • USA • ALPS & DOLOMITES

HEAR FROM OUR GUESTS

Mattia and his crew go out of their way to ensure everyone in the group has an amazing experience. They earn ten gold stars! Skip the big tour companies. Bike Local.

RANDY C. • USA • VENETO

HEAR FROM OUR GUESTS

We felt like family. I can’t wait to sign up with Mattia again for another trip!

CHUCK P. • USA • ALPS & DOLOMITES

HEAR FROM OUR GUESTS

Amazing guides, beautiful routes and incredible food and wine! Our guide Mattia was very knowledgeable and crafted a personalized tour for our group that was well aligned to skill level, building in lots of time to enjoy wonderful dinners and wine. We will definitely go on another trip with VAGO.

KRISTINA S. • USA • PARMA & CINQUE TERRE

HEAR FROM OUR GUESTS

Mattia put together a 5 star custom cycling trip for 15 of us in the Alps and the Dolomites. It was all top notch. He’s from Bormio, and the local knowledge helps a LOT. We’ve been on a lot of trips with bigger companies, and this was right there with the additional personal touch. Highly recommend.

SCOTT H. • USA • ALPS & DOLOMITES

HEAR FROM OUR GUESTS

Mattia and Michele are both incredible, it was such a pleasure spending 5 days with them! They were both easy going, knowledgeable, fun, and incredibly accommodating. I highly recommend booking a trip with Vago Cycling, you’ll have the best time of your life.

BETHANY G. • CAN • ABRUZZO

HEAR FROM OUR GUESTS

If you’re an avid cyclist who wants a truly bespoke experience in the Bormio area Vago is your place. Ride like and with a true local and be treated like family by Mattia!

CHRIS D. • USA • ALPS & DOLOMITES

HEAR FROM OUR GUESTS

Vago Cycling is the way to go for cycling in Italy. They are professional, accommodating, select fanatic hotels and restaurants, and importantly ensure everyone has the experience they desire on and off the bike!

JENNY R. • USA • VENETO

HEAR FROM OUR GUESTS

The magnificent rides alone would have been worth every penny but Mattia made sure we experienced the local culture and cuisine as well, including his mother’s homemade tiramisu!

JHON D. • CAN • ALPS & DOLOMITES

HEAR FROM OUR GUESTS

From the moment we arrived, the level of service was outstanding. The bikes provided were top-notch, the culinary experiences were a highlight and during the whole tour VAGO delivered an absolutely superb experience that I would highly recommend to any cyclist looking for an extraordinary adventure in Italy.

MIKHAIL G. • USA • ABRUZZO

HEAR FROM OUR GUESTS

We were welcomed like family by the local providers and went places and met people we would never have been able to without a guide. I have not had a better tourism experience. There is a reason every review is 5 stars. Mattia and Marta and Vago cycling are tourism superstars.

ADAM W. • AUS • PARMA & CINQUE TERRE

Meet Our Team

Real people, local stories, and a lot of laughs. Meet the people that makes your Italy bike tour a special adventure

Vago Cycling founder smiling outdoors, embodying the friendly and authentic Italian spirit of the brand
FOUNDER & GUIDE

Mattia

Always curious to discover new routes, meet new people, and taste whatever’s cooking, Mattia will welcome you like family — sharing every ride and every moment with genuine joy and a warm smile.

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Vago Cycling support crew member smiling under the sun during a summer bike tour in the Dolomites
GUIDE

Davide

Always smiling and full of good vibes, Davide brings a lifetime of cycling passion while riding by your side—whether you’re pushing full gas or soaking in the views.

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Vago Cycling guide enjoying nature and the outdoors during a bike adventure in Italy
GUIDE

Giulia

Wild and free-spirited like her native Abruzzo, Giulia’s boundless energy brings Italy’s traditions, stories, and flavors to life.

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member of Vago Cycling team smiling during a bike tour in Italy
DRIVER & MECHANIC

Antonio

Genuine, easy-going, and always ready to help, Tony shows up before you call—fixing a flat, handing a snack, or flying his drone overhead.

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Vago Cycling team member by the sea, representing the warm and relaxed Italian cycling lifestyle
DRIVER & MECHANIC

Michele

With his story of courage—from a banking career to founding an NGO in Ecuador—Michele brings calm energy, sharp skills, and a purpose-driven spirit to every ride.

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Vago Cycling team member smiling in the Italian mountains during a bike tour
DRIVER & MECHANIC

Michele

The best intro? Our very first guest’s words after yet another perfect picnic—cooked with care and served in a stunning spot: “Michele, I think I love you.”

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Experienced local cycling guide ready to lead a Vago Cycling tour in Italy
FOUNDER & BIKE PARTNER

Danilo

The man behind the machines, Danilo keeps our bikes dialed and ready. Catch him in Bormio at his shop or after a ride, a beer in hand, stories flowing.

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Team member wearing a Vago Cycling t-shirt in a green field with mountains in the background
FOUNDER & EXPERIENCE CURATOR

Marta

A “not a real cyclist” that has ridden from Vancouver to SF, across Vietnam and Cuba. Marta’s taste and eye for special places bring soul and style to Vago.

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Ready to plan your ride?

Tell us what you have in mind, and we’ll craft your perfect cycling adventure in Italy. We can’t wait to welcome you.

    Mattia from Vago Cycling welcoming guests through a window, contact us to plan your Italy bike tour

    Serious Bikes for Serious Fun

    As avid cyclists ourselves, we know how important it is to feel confident and comfortable on your bike; especially when you’re riding in a special place such as Italy. That’s why we provide guests with premium bikes on our Italy bike tours.

    High-end Trek road bikes lined up against a stone wall during a Vago Cycling tour in Italy
    Smiling couple climbing the Stelvio Pass pass on their road bikes during a Vago Cycling tour in Italy
    Cyclist riding a road bike through the Dolomites with dramatic mountain peaks in the background

    Road bikes

    Carbon frame, hydraulic disc brakes, and Shimano Di2 electronic shifting.
    All our bikes are equipped with climbing gears: 34/50 crankset and 11–36 cassette ideal for the varied terrain of Italy.

    • COLNAGO V3

    • COLNAGO V4

    • TREK MADONE SL 6

    • TREK MADONE SL 7

    Trek e-mountain bikes parked at an alpine hut during a Vago Cycling tour in the Italian mountains
    two cyclists enjoying an e-bike ride near a hilltop village in Abruzzo, Italy, during a Vago Cycling tour
    Group of cyclists riding e-MTBs down a scenic mountain trail surrounded by meadows and clouds

    E-bikes

    Our E-bikes combine powerful motors and long battery life, making them perfect for long rides, big elevation days, or simply taking the edge off. We also provide extra batteries or range extenders on request.

    • E-ROAD BIKE: TREK DOMANE PLUS SLR 6, CIÖCC THOR EVO 6.0

    • E-MTB: TREK POWERFLY 8+, TREK RAIL 9