Though Lance Armstrong’s Italian debut was hampered by his broken collarbone, our 2009 Giro still thrilled to the sight of his familiar frame speeding through the Veneto and the Dolomites last May. Lacking the massive crowds and hyper-security of its French cousin, if you want unfettered access to the world’s best cyclists, up close and personal, the Giro’s the thing. The race route is as compelling as ever, so choose a great region to view it. For mountain stages, the Dolomites are the best; if Tuscany’s more your thing, ask about a unique opportunity to watch the race pass literally in front of your door amid the vines of Montalcino.

Here's a sample of what you can expect on your custom-designed Bespoke Giro D'Italia Biking adventure. Intrigued? Contact a Bespoke Trip Designer for further details.

Day 1 Warm up with a delightful ride up Montello, across the Piave, and throuh the farmlands and vineyards of Follina 
Day 2 Test your mettle with an optional assault up 1,776-m (5,825-ft.) Monte Grappa to a breathtaking panoramic view of Bassano, then cheer on the day's stage winner back in town
Day 3 Get in a great day of riding along virtually traffic-free roads through the Dolomites, then watch the pros negotiate one of the race's most demanding stages
Day 4 Ride a spectacular stretch of the race route to a picnic lunch, where we'll await the riders as they crest the hills 
Day 5 Enjoy a glorious spin through the alpine pastures and forests near San Genesio, then relax at the hotel bar to cheer on the racers, or visit Ötzi, the 3,000-year-old ice mummy, at the nearby South Tyrol Museum
Day 6 Breakfast and arrivederci in Bolzano