With its gregarious locals, sumptuous cuisine and great cycling tradition, Italy is a two-wheeler's paradise. Glide past the cliffs of Cinque Terre and the bright waters of Sardinia or weave your way through the thrilling hubbub of Rome. Best of all? The day's riding will work off that blow-out dinner - so indulge!

* 38 rides from easy to challenging
* Food and wine itinerary
* Elevation charts and maps
* Where to stay - from campgrounds to hotels
* GPS co-ordinates for selected rides
* Maintenance tips

# Author: Elle Thalheimer
# Paperback: 372 pages / 12 pp colour  / 33 maps
# Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications; 2nd Edition / April 2009
# Next edition due: April 2012
# Language English