Activity holiday in Italy – the Adriatic Coast with Anki

Day 1Arrival in Italy – welcome and beach life

After arriving at the airport in Bologna, we will be picked up by transfer bus and driven directly to our hotel in Gabicce Mare. The bus ride takes approx. 1.5–2 hours.
Lunch on your own this day (not included).

Once we arrive, we check in at Hotel Alexander, located right next to the beach. Depending on when we arrive, there might be time for a light workout with Anki, a trip down to the beach, or a short stroll in charming Gabicce Mare.

In the evening, we gather for a welcome drink before enjoying our first dinner together in the hotel restaurant (included).

Day 2Yoga, hike in Parco San Bartolo, and boat trip along the coast

We start the day at 07:30 with a yoga session led by Anki, before gathering for breakfast. If you have your own yoga mat, we recommend bringing it, as the grass or beach can be damp early in the morning.

At 09:30, we meet our local guide in reception, ready for today's hike through the beautiful Parco Naturale del Monte San Bartolo. The nature park stretches along the Adriatic coast between Gabicce and Pesaro, offering great hiking trails, green hillsides, and beautiful sea views.
The hike starts from the hotel in Gabicce Mare and follows small paths up towards the village of Gabicce Monte. Furthermore, the route goes through the hilly coastal landscape to the charming village of Casteldimezzo, before we continue down to the small port of Porto di Vallugola.

Here, we take a well-deserved break with the opportunity for coffee and something to eat (not included), before being picked up by boat and experiencing the beautiful coastline from the sea on the way back to Gabicce Mare (included).

The hike is approx. 6 km + the boat trip, and takes around 3–4 hours in hilly terrain.

The rest of the afternoon is at your own disposal. Perhaps you fancy a few hours on the beach or a dip in the sea?

We plan a joint workout in the afternoon, time permitting. We will agree on this in more detail along the way.

In the evening, we recommend dinner at one of the cozy restaurants by the harbor in Gabicce Mare (not included).

Day 3Yoga, bootcamp, and strength training

We start the day at 07:30 with a wonderful yoga session led by Anki. The hotel has a beautiful garden area that provides a nice setting for both yoga and outdoor workouts.

After breakfast, we meet again at 10:30, this time for an energetic bootcamp session with varied exercises and lots of joy of movement!

The rest of the day until 17:30 is at your own disposal.
Perhaps you fancy a few hours on the beach, a walk around Gabicce Mare, or a relaxing lunch at one of the local restaurants? Lunch is not included.

At 17:30, we gather for the last workout of the day, with strength training and a special focus on the core and back.

In the evening, we meet for dinner together in the hotel restaurant (included).

Day 4Yoga and cycling trip to medieval towns

We start the day at 08:00 with a yoga session led by Anki, before gathering for breakfast.

Around 10:00, we are ready for today's cycling excursion! We will be handed our e-bikes, make necessary adjustments, and get a short briefing from our local cycling guide before we set off.

The route goes inland into the beautiful, hilly landscape behind the Adriatic coast, heading towards the medieval town of Montegridolfo. Along the way, we cycle on great roads with little traffic, through green hills, small villages, and a landscape characterized by old castles and fortresses.

We stop in some of the charming villages along the way, with the opportunity for a coffee break and a light snack (not included). Towards the end of the trip, we will make a lunch stop for those who wish (not included).

The cycling trip is approx. 50 km with around 500 meters of elevation gain, and we estimate about 4 hours for the cycling excursion.

Back at the hotel early in the afternoon, we plan a short, joint workout session. Afterwards, there will be the opportunity for a refreshing dip in the Adriatic Sea or some relaxation on the beach.

The evening is free, and dinner is on your own (not included).

Day 5Yoga, cycling on Strada Panoramica, vineyard lunch

We start the day at 08:00 with a yoga session led by Anki, before gathering for breakfast.

At 10:00, we are ready for another great cycling excursion! Today we head first towards the medieval town of Gradara, before continuing south to the coastal city of Pesaro, where we take a nice coffee break.

From here, we follow the famous Strada Panoramica cycle route, which winds through the beautiful coastal landscape of Parco Naturale del Monte San Bartolo. The road is hilly and offers several great vantage points with panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea.

Along the way, we stop at the Tenuta Carlini winery, where we enjoy a lovely picnic lunch in beautiful surroundings (included).

The cycling trip is approx. 50 km with around 600 meters of elevation gain. We are back at the hotel early in the afternoon, with plenty of time for a dip in the Adriatic Sea or relaxation on the beach.

The evening is free, and dinner is on your own (not included).

Day 6Yoga, hike to Gradara, and varied workouts

This day we start with yoga at 07:30.

At 09:30, we meet our local guide, who will give us a brief overview of today's hike. Then we set off towards the beautiful medieval town of Gradara, known for its impressive fortress, well-preserved city walls, and fascinating history.

We follow small paths through the hilly landscape before arriving in Gradara. Here, we get the opportunity to go up onto the city wall and enjoy the great view of both the town and the surrounding landscape.

After looking around the charming streets for a bit, we gather for a nice lunch at a local trattoria (included).

The hike is approx. 10 km in hilly terrain, but is not particularly demanding.

Back at the hotel, there will be some free time with the opportunity for sun and swimming, before we gather at 17:30 for a varied workout session with Anki.

The evening is free, and dinner is on your own (not included).

Day 7Yoga, joint workout, and farewell dinner

We start the day at 07:30 with yoga led by Anki, before gathering for breakfast.

At 11:00, we meet again for a joint workout session.

The rest of the day is at your own disposal. Perhaps you fancy a few hours on the beach, a visit to the shops in Gabicce Mare, or an excursion on your own? Lunch is on your own (not included).

At 19:30, we gather for a joint farewell dinner in the hotel restaurant (included). A nice conclusion to a week of workouts, hikes, and great experiences along the Adriatic coast.

Day 8Departure day

After breakfast, we check out of the hotel and get ready for our journey home.

At 11:20, we will be picked up by transfer bus to take us to the airport in Bologna.
The flight departs at 15:20.

Thanks for the trip – and safe home!