MTB Tour Garda — Private Mountain Bike Tours around Lake Garda

Private MTB tours around Lake Garda (Riva del Garda, Torbole, Arco) with a certified local guide. Routes for every level — from easy lake-shore rides to advanced mountain routes with long descents. E-bikes welcome. English, Italian, Russian spoken.

Zertifizierter Guide

Lex Shatilov (Aleksei Shatilov) — Guida di Mountain Bike, qualifiziert durch die Accademia Nazionale del Ciclismo (Associazione di interesse nazionale per lo sviluppo dello sport, del turismo e delle professioni). Corso Nazionale per Guida di Mountain Bike, Riva del Garda (TN). Inhaber der Ausbilderqualifikation Maestro di Mountain Bike bei ACSI / Accademia Nazionale del Ciclismo für 2026. Über 15 Jahre in den Bergen und im Extremsport.

Bewertungen (Verifiziert im Google Unternehmensprofil)

Google-Unternehmensprofil-Bewertung: 5.0 / 5, basierend auf 20 verifizierten Google-Bewertungen. Schriftliche Bewertungen sind einmalig im Abschnitt „Was unsere Gäste sagen“ auf dieser Seite aufgeführt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need mountain biking experience?

No — beginner-friendly tours are available, and no prior experience is needed for easy routes. For more advanced rides, some off-road experience is recommended.

Do I need my own bike?

No. We arrange an e-bike through a trusted local rental partner. Two options: hardtail e-bike €45 per person or full-suspension e-bike €65 per person, helmet included with both.

Can I use an e-bike?

Yes — and I often recommend it, especially for a more relaxed and enjoyable experience. It lets you ride longer and focus on the views rather than the effort.

Is insurance included?

I am a certified guide and have professional liability insurance. I recommend you also have personal travel or sports insurance covering mountain biking.

What happens if the weather is bad?

I monitor the weather before every tour. If conditions are unsafe, we reschedule or adjust the route. If the tour is canceled due to weather, you are not charged.

How much does a tour cost?

One flat price per tour — €100–€200 depending on the route, for 1 to 6 riders sharing the same guide. Bike rental and lunch are not included.

Contact

WhatsApp / Phone: +39 388 571 8535 · Email: info@mtb-tour.it · Based in Riva del Garda (TN), Italy.

Why ride with me

• Zertifizierter MTB-Guide — Accademia Nazionale del Ciclismo — Lex Shatilov (Aleksei Shatilov), Guida di Mountain Bike mit offizieller Qualifikation der Accademia Nazionale del Ciclismo. Corso Nazionale per Guida di Mountain Bike, Riva del Garda (TN), Italien.
• I Speak 3 Languages — Clear communication in English, Italian and Russian — no translation app needed on the trail.
• You Ride — I Plan Everything — Route, navigation, pace, stops, weather check, backup plans. You only need to bring yourself and enjoy the ride.
• 15+ Years in Mountain Environments — Long background in mountains and extreme sports. I anticipate risks and make the right decisions so you don't have to.
• Calm and Safe Guiding Style — No pressure, no stress, no pushing past your comfort zone. Riding should feel like a holiday, not an exam.
• Routes Adapted to Your Level — Beginner-friendly lake-shore loops, intermediate scenic climbs, or advanced mountain routes with long descents — every tour is dialled to the group on the day.

All MTB tours around Lake Garda (15)

Private guided rides starting from Riva del Garda, Torbole or Arco. One flat price per tour — €100–€200 depending on the route, for 1 to 6 riders sharing the same guide.

• Monte Brione Loop — An easy scenic loop around Monte Brione with panoramic lake views, starting and ending at Porto San Nicolò — Easy · 8 km · 250 m · €100 per tour (1–6 riders)
• Lago Bagattoli — A relaxed easy ride to a hidden mountain lake near Riva del Garda — Easy · 30 km · 160 m · €100 per tour (1–6 riders)
• Lake Tenno Scenic Ride — A scenic ride to one of Italy's most beautiful lakes — Intermediate · 20 km · 500 m · €100 per tour (1–6 riders)
• Lake Cavedine Bike Tour — An intermediate ride to a scenic mountain lake in the Garda highlands — Intermediate · 48 km · 430 m · €120 per tour (1–6 riders)
• Pregasina Panoramic Experience — Climb the legendary Ponale road to Pregasina with stunning lake views and a poolside lunch — Intermediate · 15 km · 410 m · €100 per tour (1–6 riders)
• Lake Ledro Bike Tour — A ride to the beautiful alpine Lake Ledro — Intermediate · 22 km · 550 m · €100 per tour (1–6 riders)
• Campi Climb & Descent — Climb to the hilltop village of Campi and fly back down through the forest — Intermediate · 13 km · 575 m · €100 per tour (1–6 riders)
• Punta Larici Epic View Ride — Conquer the Punta Larici summit via the legendary Ponale road and reward yourself with a poolside lunch — Intermediate · 20 km · 830 m · €120 per tour (1–6 riders)
• Malga Grassi MTB Ride — Climb to the mountain hut Malga Grassi for authentic local cuisine and descend on forest trails — Advanced · 20 km · 965 m · €140 per tour (1–6 riders)
• Monte San Pietro Panorama Ride — A full-day alpine adventure to Monte San Pietro with a coffee stop at Lake Tenno and stunning lake views from the summit — Intermediate · 30 km · 920 m · €120 per tour (1–6 riders)
• San Giovanni Loop — Two Ways Ride — A demanding advanced ride through rugged alpine terrain with breathtaking views and a choice of descents — Advanced · 32 km · 1350 m · €140 per tour (1–6 riders)
• Passo Nota — Bocca dei Fortini Panoramic Ride — An epic loop via the legendary Ponale road, Lake Ledro, and the ridge above Passo Nota with a poolside lunch in Pregasina — Advanced · 35 km · 1530 m · €150 per tour (1–6 riders)
• Passo Tremalzo · Panorama Traverse — The most famous panoramic ride on Lake Garda — Advanced · 67 km · 2200 m · €180 per tour (1–6 riders)
• Altissimo Tour · Panorama Loop — The official route 765 — a legendary panoramic climb high above Lake Garda — Advanced · 51 km · 1800 m · €180 per tour (1–6 riders)
• Monte Velo · Classic Climb, Choice of Descents — A legendary Garda climb with a descent for every rider — Intermediate · 45 km · 1350 m · €160 per tour (1–6 riders)

Was unsere Gäste sagen

Google-Unternehmensprofil-Bewertung: 5.0 / 5, basierend auf 20 verifizierten Google-Bewertungen.

We booked an MTB tour with Alexey to Campi in October 2025. We ride at an intermediate level and were looking for a guide who knows scenic but not too difficult trails. It was the right choice: beautiful views and a safe pace. Special thanks for the photos and stories about local history. We'll definitely be back!

We rode San Giovanni on April 11. The panoramas are top-tier, the descent is dynamic. A great ride, thank you — next time again with you.

Alexey is hands down one of the best mountain bike guides you could ask for. He knows every trail and peak in the area inside out, and he genuinely tailors the route to your level and what you want out of the ride. Whether you're after a relaxed scenic tour or something more technical, he reads the group and adjusts on the fly. The scenery along the way is stunning. You ride through some seriously beautiful mountain landscapes, and Alexey knows exactly where the best viewpoints are. He also brings his own action cameras and captures the whole experience, so you walk away with great photos and video footage without having to fumble with your phone mid-ride. If you're looking for a guide who's skilled, friendly, and goes the extra mile to make the day memorable, book with Alexey. Highly recommend.

We were lucky enough to get on a tour with Alex. He was great. His knowledge and expertise in riding was very helpful. Also sharing information about the areas we were riding. I would definitely book with Alex again knowing I would be getting a great tour.

Алексей, спасибо за потрясающий день! Велотур по Риве-дель-Гарда — лучшее, что я делал в этой поездке. Отдельное спасибо за то, что показали не только открыточные виды, но и настоящую жизнь этих мест. Велопрогулка прошла на одном дыхании: красиво, интересно и очень комфортно. Всем, кто будет на Гарде, очень рекомендую Алексея, как гида — не пожалеете!

Today we rode with Alexey and it was simply a perfect day. The Lago di Cavedine route turned out to be incredibly beautiful: the views, the nature, the atmosphere — everything was top-notch. Special thanks to Alexey for his professionalism, ease and excellent organization. With him you feel calm and confident on any section of the route, and the ride itself turns not just into a bike ride, but into a real adventure. Highly recommended to everyone who wants to see beautiful places, ride great and enjoy the process!

Всем советую поездку на мотобайках с Алексеем!! Просто нереальные впечатления! Можете расслабиться и быть уверенным, что вы в надежных руках😊 я впервые села на мотобайк, все руки и ноги целы😅🤣 Алексей проведет по самым красивым местам, все покажет и расскажет подробно. Одни из лучших теперь моих воспоминаний в моей жизни 😌😎 спасибо огромное!

Wow! That was awesome! I'm not a very confident cyclist, but Lex made this trip doable and pleasant. The route to Passo Tremalzo is rather challenging (at least for me), but it gave me unforgettable emotions, breathtaking views and added to my cycling skills and confidence. Absolutely to be recommended! P.S. Hope to do it with a muscular bike one day 😉

Alex was a great guide! We took the back ways up to the Malga Grassi rest point that only a local would know. There we stopped for a drink and rested. Much better than riding the busy road up, I felt totally safe on the roads we did take. On the way down he consistently checked that I felt safe with the pace and he adjusted to what I needed to do. We even took a side route to get a beautiful view of Riva Del Garda and the lake. Hiring a guide is worth every penny in my opinion, no checking to see if you're on track or which way you need to turn. Just ride.

Being new to the Garda area, we needed a knowledgeable mountain bike guide to show us around the many local trails. Alex was the perfect person to do that, he took me and my 13-yr old twins on an amazing 5 hour tour through scenic climbs and some fun and technical downhill runs. A great day all around!

Lex was incredible. Really knowledgeable. Really friendly. Really helpful. Just a great great day, thanks so much Lex. Will defo book you again when we are back in Garda, grazie!

Het was een geweldige tocht met gids Alex..!! Zeker een aanrader!!!

A nobrainer to do with Lex. He brings you to places never seen before. Taking roads away from the highway and seeing villages you can't imagine they exist! Thanks Lex for this wonderful experience. Without you we would have missed the real life of Italians living in the mountains.

Could not have asked for more! Lex is extremely professional whilst being very accommodating and catered for our every need and some. We went on two private, full day tours with him and these were set at our pace. He took care of every aspect from bike hire to table reservations. We felt safe and reassured at all times as Lex has a wealth of knowledge and experience. He has a wealth of knowledge on the areas and was able to tell us the history of the area whilst taking us there to the best parts. Absolutely breathtaking scenery. We really couldn't have asked for any more and are already planning on returning and cycling more with him. Highly recommend.

excellent guide an trackar. we chighly recommend!

This trip was a highlight of our Lake Garda trip! Besides biking Lex gave us a history of lake Garda. Lex is an amazing guide and a biker. He made sure we all had a great time, were safe and enjoyed our day. He was taking photos and videos along the way. He brought us to the best photo spots on top of lake Garda with 360 views. This trip was truly a highlight of our whole trip to Dolomites and lake Garda. Thank you, Lex! We can't wait to be back!

Ich habe eine Tour von Garda zum Ledro See gebucht. Ich war erst skeptisch ob ich es schaffe als Tourist diese Srrecke zu fahren. Alex war eine super Unterstützung, hat sehr viel Hntergrundwissen mit einfließen lassen, und hat vorallem ausreichend Zeit mitgebracht. Sogar eine kleine Extra Runde hoch zu der Bastione de Riva. Mega, ein unvergessliches Erlebnis! Jederzeit wieder.

Very nice ride with an experienced guide! We rode at our own pace, accompanied by Lex, who provided us with very nice explanations about the surroundings. He seems to know every detail along the trails (good photo spots, places to refill the water bottles, restaurants etc.). Definitely worth doing the trip, we enjoyed every minute of it.

Aleksei's choice of route and stops made for a pleasant yet spectacular day of MTB. I highly recommend him for all abilities.

I contacted Lex via his website to book a Mountainbike Tour near Garda lake, eventually for Monte Velo (4-5h). I have not done this before and he helped me with picking the right gear, route and all the necessary preparation (also responding to my dozen questions via mail in a quick manner). Lex knows his stuff and introduced me to the basic techniques of Mountainbiking, making sure I feel secure and comfortable while trying to show me around interesting spots along the way. I had a great time with him and would 100% do it again!

Aus dem Blog

Honest notes on routes, riding seasons and what a real MTB day on Lake Garda looks like. Alle Beiträge.

• Your Route Is Built Around the Least Confident Rider in Your Group — How a private MTB tour on Lake Garda is actually planned — why the route follows the least experienced rider in your group, and what that means for your day. (24 August 2026)
• Group Tour or Private Tour? How to Choose an MTB Guide on Lake Garda — Group or private MTB tour on Lake Garda? What each format really offers, why the prices differ, and what to ask before you book. (9 August 2026)
• Hardtail or Full-Suspension E-Bike on Lake Garda: How to Choose — Front suspension or full suspension for a day on Lake Garda? What the two really differ in — battery, grip, comfort — and when €20 a day makes all the difference. From a local MTB guide. (24 July 2026)

Frequently asked questions about MTB tours on Lake Garda

Is it safe to ride MTB around Lake Garda with no off-road experience?

Yes. The Lake Garda area has a wide range of trails — including smooth gravel paths and former military roads with no technical sections. As a certified guide I pick a route that matches your skill on the day, brief you on every tricky spot, and ride within your comfort zone. Beginners usually start with Monte Brione, Lago Bagattoli or the lake-shore Ponale road.

Do I need to bring my own mountain bike, or can I rent one?

Both options work — bring your own bike, or we arrange an e-bike through our trusted rental partner in Riva del Garda: hardtail e-bike €45 per person or full-suspension e-bike around €65 per person, helmet €4, paid directly at the shop. Gloves, glasses and a small backpack with water are strongly recommended.

Are e-bikes welcome on the tours?

Yes — every tour in the catalogue can be ridden on a standard MTB or an e-MTB. E-bikes are especially popular on longer rides (Lago di Cavedine, Lago di Tenno, Tremalzo) and for mixed-fitness groups, because the e-bike rider can stay with the strongest legs in the group.

What happens if the weather turns bad on the day of the tour?

Lake Garda has its own micro-climate and the forecast can change fast. I monitor the local weather the evening before and the morning of the tour. If conditions become unsafe (storms, heavy rain, strong wind on exposed ridges) we either move the start time, switch to a more sheltered route, or reschedule at no extra cost.

How much does a private MTB tour cost?

One flat price per tour — €100–€200 depending on the route, for 1 to 6 riders sharing the same guide. Bike rental and lunch are not included.

Is there insurance during the tour?

Yes. As a guide officially qualified by Accademia Nazionale del Ciclismo I carry professional civil liability insurance (RC Professionale) that covers guided riders for the duration of the tour. Personal accident insurance is recommended and usually included in your travel insurance.

What happens if someone gets hurt during a tour?

I carry a first aid kit and I'm a certified guide — on a tour, dealing with it is my job, not yours. Riders exploring on their own will find the local emergency and medical numbers in our self-guided routes section.

Which languages do you guide in?

English, Italian and Russian — fluently. No translation app needed on the trail. Briefings, safety calls and stories about the area are delivered in the language the group prefers.

Where do the tours start?

Pickup is in Riva del Garda, Torbole or Arco (north shore of Lake Garda, Trentino). For guests staying in Limone, Malcesine or Nago we can agree a meeting point at the start of the route.

What do the difficulty levels mean?

Easy: bike paths and smooth gravel, no experience needed. Intermediate: confident riding on gravel mountain roads, no MTB experience required. Advanced: prior mountain riding experience and comfort on long rocky descents. Full details on our Difficulty Levels page.

Do your tours include technical singletrack?

We ride S0–S1 on the Single Trail Scale — roads, cycle paths and smooth gravel (S0), plus trails with small roll-over obstacles like flat roots and small stones (S1). Individual S2 sections are possible on some routes, but only if I've seen how you ride and only decided on the day; they are never part of the published programme. S3 and above are not included in our tours under any circumstances.

Book a tour

WhatsApp is the fastest way to plan a ride: +39 388 571 8535. Email: info@mtb-tour.it. Based in Riva del Garda (TN), Italy.

Meet your guide — Lex Shatilov, certified MTB guide on Lake Garda →

Mehr entdecken

• About your guide — credentials, languages and how I plan a ride
• MTB Tour Garda blog — trail reports and seasonal notes
• Self-guided bike rides around Lake Garda — free routes you can ride on your own
• Tour difficulty levels — Easy, Intermediate and Advanced explained
• Monte Brione — beginner-friendly scenic loop
• Punta Larici — iconic Lake Garda viewpoint
• San Giovanni — advanced full-day loop with long mountain descents

MTB Tour Garda tours are also available on GetYourGuide, Airbnb Experiences and Viator — or book directly here for the best rate.

Mountainbike-Touren am Gardasee. Private MTB-Touren mit zertifiziertem lokalem Guide ab Riva del Garda, Torbole und Arco. Routen für jedes Niveau — von einfachen Uferrunden bis zu anspruchsvollen Bergabfahrten. E-Bikes willkommen. Buchung: +39 388 571 8535 (WhatsApp).