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Hotel Dory 4 Stars · Riccione, Adriatic Riviera

Special Companion Programme — An Adventure Beyond the Bike

Formula IDEA · Full Board · Gradara · Rimini · San Marino · Tastings · Hiking · Cooking School · from €101.20 p.p./day

The Offer

Hotel Dory 4★ in Riccione, on the Adriatic Riviera, has designed a rich and varied weekly programme for those accompanying a cycling partner but staying off the saddle: excursions to medieval villages, historical visits, food and wine tastings, hiking and even a Romagna cooking school. Formula IDEA with full board and 20% discount across all available periods: spring (March–May) and autumn (September–October).

What's Included

Formula IDEA

Services included in the Companion Package

  • Bike Full Board: breakfast, light lunch (2:00–3:30 pm) and dinner every day
  • Welcome Drink with presentation of the weekly programme
  • 20% discount voucher at the cyclists' market
  • Farm tasting of olive oil, wine and cheese
  • Barbecue at Vecciano at the Dory Country House with local produce and a tasting of their own balsamic vinegar
  • Laundry service for technical clothing (washing net at €10)

Prices per person per day — 20% discount

Season Period List Price Offer Price
Spring Mar – May € 126.50 € 101.20 −20%
Autumn Sep – Oct € 171.50 € 137.20 −20%

* Indicative prices per person per day on full board, Formula IDEA. Subject to availability.

🗺️ The Weekly Programme

A rich calendar of experiences to explore the medieval villages, culture, flavours and nature of the Romagna hinterland — all without getting in the saddle.

Sunday 🥾 Hiking

Hiking at Gradara

Explore one of Italy's most romantic villages: history, panoramic views and rolling hill scenery on a pleasant and charming excursion.

Monday 🏛️ Historic Rimini + 🍖 Barbecue

Morning

Historic Rimini — Guided City Tour €12 p.p.

Guided tour of historic Rimini by Metromare with a local guide. Contribution of €12 per person.

Lunch

Barbecue at Vecciano

Lunch at the Dory Country House with local produce and a tasting of their own balsamic vinegar. Included in the package.

Tuesday 🏰 Montefiore + 👨‍🍳 Cooking

Morning — choose between

Hiking at Montefiore Conca

Excursion through the Valconca views to the village of Montefiore. Included in the package.

Or: Castle visit and Giant Bench €7 entry

A leisurely stroll around the village, castle entry (€7) and a stop at the famous Giant Bench with panoramic views.

Afternoon

Romagna Cooking School €19 p.p. · min. 5 guests

Cooking class with apron and recipes to take home. Bring the flavours of Romagna back with you! Cost €19 per person (minimum 5 participants).

Wednesday 🇸🇲 San Marino + 🍷 Tasting

Morning

San Marino — Ancient Republic €35 p.p.

Visit to the impressive Republic of San Marino with transport and guide included in the €35 per person contribution.

Afternoon

Azienda Guerrieri — Free Tasting Transfer €35 p.p.

Free visit and tasting at Azienda Guerrieri. Transfer cost included in the morning contribution.

Thursday 🍷 Food & Wine Tour

Food & Wine Minibus Tour

A day dedicated to flavour: minibus tour discovering the wines, produce and typical tastes of the Romagna hinterland.

Friday 🏰 Hiking + ⛵ Boat

Morning

Hiking at Castello Agolanti + Local Market

Excursion to Castello Agolanti in Riccione and visit to the local market. Included in the package.

Alternative (fine weather)

Boat Trip ⛵ Limited spaces

In fine weather, there is the option of a boat trip. Limited spaces, booking required.

Frequently Asked Questions

+What does Hotel Dory offer non-cyclists during a bike holiday?
Hotel Dory 4-star in Riccione offers a dedicated weekly programme for non-cyclists and non-riding companions: hiking at Gradara (Sunday), guided tour of Rimini and barbecue at Vecciano (Monday), excursion to Montefiore and Romagna cooking school (Tuesday), trip to San Marino and tasting at Azienda Guerrieri (Wednesday), food and wine minibus tour (Thursday), hiking at Castello Agolanti and local market with optional boat trip (Friday). All included in Formula IDEA with full board.
+How much does the Companion Package at Hotel Dory Riccione cost?
The Companion Package at Hotel Dory starts from €101.20 per person per day in spring (March–May), with a 20% discount on the list price of €126.50. In autumn (September–October) the price starts from €137.20 per person per day (list price €171.50, 20% discount). Both include full board in Formula IDEA.
+Are there extra costs in the companion activities programme?
Some activities involve an additional contribution: guided tour of Rimini by Metromare €12 per person, Montefiore castle entry €7, Romagna Cooking School €19 per person (minimum 5 participants), transport to San Marino and Azienda Guerrieri €35 per person. Other activities — hiking at Gradara, barbecue at Vecciano, minibus tour, hiking at Castello Agolanti and Guerrieri tasting — are included in the package.
+What is the difference between Formula IDEA and Formula STYLE at Hotel Dory?
Formula IDEA includes the core services: full board (breakfast, light lunch and dinner), welcome drink, 20% discount voucher at the cyclists' market, farm tastings, barbecue at Vecciano with balsamic vinegar and laundry service. Formula STYLE includes all of this plus a packed lunch, unlimited access to the Aqua Wellness Area, a 10% discount on bike hire, airport transfer service, guaranteed parking and a complimentary T-shirt.

Validity and Conditions

  • Available periods

    Spring: March – May · Autumn: September – October

  • Discount applied

    20% off the list price in all periods

  • Minimum stay

    No minimum stay required

  • Board included

    Full board — breakfast, light lunch and dinner every day

  • Cancellation

    Free cancellation up to 7 days before arrival

  • Group offer

    For every 10 guests, one stays free of charge

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