MILAN–SAN REMO LONG WEEKEND
Highlights
✓ Watch the pros battle it out on the legendary Poggio and Cipressa
✓ Experience the excitement of the women’s Milan–San Remo too
✓ Ride classic Riviera climbs including the Col de Turini and Col de la Madone
✓ Explore spectacular roads on both the French and Italian Rivieras
✓ Enjoy four nights of great riding, food and race-day atmosphere
| Tour at a Glance | |
|---|---|
| Tour Dates | 18–21 March 2027 |
| Duration | 3 nights / 4 days |
| Location | Menton |
| Start / Finish | Nice airport |
| Riding | 3/4 days |
| Race Experience | Milan–San Remo – Women & Men |
| Classic Climbs | Col de la Madone, Col de Turini, Col de Braus, Col de Castillon |
| Group Size | Small group |
| Accommodation | 4 nights hotel |
| Price | £TBC per person |
Introduction
There are few better ways to kick-start the cycling season than a long weekend on the Riviera, combining spectacular riding with one of the greatest races in professional cycling. We’ll ride some of the iconic climbs and beautiful coastal roads of the French and Italian Rivieras, including the Col de la Madone and Col de Turini, before heading into Italy to experience Milan–San Remo from the roadside. With both the women’s and men’s races to watch, the legendary Cipressa and Poggio providing the backdrop, and plenty of great riding, food and Mediterranean atmosphere of our own, this is a long weekend made for cycling fans.
Dates
18th to the 21st March2027
3 nights
Cost
£795.00 per person
Single supplement £295.00
What's included
✓ 3 nights’ hotel accommodation
✓ Daily breakfast
✓ Guided rides throughout the weekend
✓ Carefully planned routes on the French and Italian Rivieras
✓ Milan–San Remo race-day experience
✓ Roadside viewing of the women’s and men’s races
✓ Veloventoux ride leaders and support
✓ GPX files for all rides
✓ Secure bike storage
✓ Airport transfers at designated times
Not included
✗ Flights to and from Nice
✗ Bike hire
✗ Travel and cycling insurance
✗ Lunches, café stops and drinks
✗ Evening meals unless specified
✗ Personal expenses
✗ Optional activities or additional transfers
✗ Any services not listed under “What’s Included”
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and shake-down ride
Arrive into Nice Airport, where morning and afternoon group transfers will be available for the short 45-minute journey to our hotel. Once settled in and bikes are ready, we’ll waste no time in getting our first taste of the Riviera.
Our opening ride takes us up the legendary Col de la Madone, a climb synonymous with professional cycling and the perfect introduction to the roads of the Côte d’Azur. We’ll stop for a well-earned coffee in the beautiful hilltop village of La Turbie before returning to the hotel.
A relatively short ride, but with around 1,000 metres of climbing, it’s a great way to loosen the legs and kick off the weekend.
Distance: 40 km
Climbing: 1,000 m
Day 2: Col du Turini
Today we head into the mountains for the biggest ride of the weekend and one of the great cycling experiences of the French Riviera.
The legendary Col de Turini is our main objective, climbing high into the Alpes-Maritimes on the twisting mountain roads for which this part of France is famous. Our route also takes in the Col de Castillon, with the option of adding the beautiful Col de Braus for those looking for an extra challenge.
With around 2,500 metres of climbing, this is a proper mountain day – spectacular roads, big views and a memorable day in the saddle.
Distance: 110 km
Climbing: 2,500 m
Day 3: Tour du Ventoux
Today is what the weekend is all about – Milan–San Remo.
We’ll ride east along the coast to Ventimiglia before crossing into Italy and joining the traffic-free cycle path that follows the Ligurian coastline past San Remo. We’ll leave the bike path at the foot of the Cipressa and find our spot to watch the women’s race tackle one of the decisive climbs of Milan–San Remo.
Once the women have passed, we’ll get back on the bikes and follow the race route towards the legendary Poggio. We’ll find our viewing spot on the climb and settle in to watch the men’s race come through, as the world’s best riders battle it out on the final and most famous climb of La Primavera.
After the race has passed, we’ll ride back along the Riviera to Menton – hopefully having witnessed a little piece of cycling history along the way.
Day 4: One Last Riviera Ride
After breakfast, we’ll begin our group transfers back to Nice Airport. For those with later flights, there’s time to squeeze in one final ride before heading home.
Depending on timings and how the legs are feeling, we’ll take on the Col d’Èze or return to the Col de la Madone for one last climb and a final dose of Riviera riding.
Then it’s back to the hotel, bikes packed and transfer to Nice Airport – the end of a long weekend of classic climbs, Mediterranean roads and unforgettable Milan–San Remo race action.
Is This Tour For Me?
This weekend is ideal for regular road cyclists who want to combine some fantastic early-season riding with the unique atmosphere of Milan–San Remo.
You should be comfortable riding in a group and tackling longer climbs, with our biggest day covering around 110 km and 2,500 metres of climbing. There’s no need to be a racer, but a good level of cycling fitness will help you get the most from the weekend.
The emphasis is on enjoying the spectacular roads of the Riviera, ticking off some classic climbs and experiencing one of cycling’s great races from the roadside. If you love riding your bike and following the pro peloton, this weekend should be right up your street.
✓ You’re a regular road cyclist with a good level of fitness
✓ You’re comfortable riding 100 km+ with plenty of climbing
✓ You enjoy riding longer mountain climbs at your own pace
✓ You’re comfortable riding as part of a group
✓ You love following professional cycling
✓ You want great riding as well as the Milan–San Remo experience