SOUTH ITALY

Eight days of travel, an 1,600 kilometer descent southward, into the heart of Italy: from the rolling hills of Emilia to the intense blue of the Amalfi Coast, through curves that reveal timeless landscapes and picture-postcard views. An epic journey that retraces some of the stages of the 19th-century Grand Tour: a long journey undertaken in the past by young aristocrats to perfect their knowledge and enrich their spirit. In collaboration with Dainese, Ducati reinterprets this legend with a modern twist, in the saddle of the Ducati Multistrada V2 S, V4 S, and V4 Rally MY 2026, the ideal companions for those who experience riding on the road as freedom, excitement, and authenticity. An itinerary that traverses central Italy like a backbone, following the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines through curves, villages suspended in time, and landscapes that constantly change, kilometer after kilometer. The starting point could only be the Ducati Museum, where we admire the bikes that have shaped the Borgo Panigale company’s 100-year history. The first few kilometers immediately take us to the legendary roads where some of the most iconic Ducatis were born: the Raticosa, Giogo, and Futa passes, with perfect hairpins immersed in the Apennine forests, a true baptism into life in the saddle. The Mugello Circuit is an unmissable stop, a temple of speed where the most epic chapters in MotoGP history have been written. From here, Tuscany opens up before us with its rolling, undulating hills, until we reach the Siena region and the famous SR222, the Chiantigiana, one of Italy's most charming roads, winding through vineyards, cypress trees, and villages that are more like paintings. Our arrival in Siena brings the first day to a close like a Renaissance painting: stone piazzas, ancient towers, and the scent of earth and wind accompanying the silence of the evening. The journey continues through increasingly surprising scenery: the Crete Senesi, with their lunar landscape and sinuous roads, and then a stop in one of the most poetic places in the country, Civita di Bagnoregio, the “dying city”, perched on a tuff spur. Entering the heart of the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines, the tour reveals its most spectacular side. The third stage takes us to dreamlike places: Castelluccio di Norcia, with its endless plateaus; Campo Imperatore, often called Italy’s Little Tibet; and the timeless magic of Rocca Calascio, one of Europe's most evocative fortresses. Night welcomes us to Santo Stefano di Sessanio, a medieval village where silence and stone tell ancient stories. The fourth day is dedicated to the natural beauty of Abruzzo, passing through Scanno and its gorges, amidst tall mountains and unexpected views, before descending towards Rome, where the journey intertwines with the history and grandeur of the capital. A guided tour takes us into the heart of Rome, between the majestic profile of the Colosseum and the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica. The route then continues south, crossing the Latina area and the greenery of the Monti Aurunci Park, a succession of curves and panoramas that will accompany us all the way to Isernia, at the heart of a more authentic and hidden Italy. The final day awaits us with the grand finale: a last stretch of riding through the Matese Park, amidst mountains and woods, and then the majesty of the Royal Palace of Caserta, before slowly descending towards the sea. And finally Amalfi, the natural and scenic finish line of this Expedition Master South Italy: the Mediterranean light, the cliffs, the scents of the coast, and the feeling of having traversed an entire country on your bike, bend after bend, where every kilometer becomes an emotion, and every emotion, a memory.

CLIMATE

The journey takes place in ideal temperatures: from 10–15°C in the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines to 25–30°C in Southern Italy.

To tackle it in the best way, you need the right clothing: a technical outfit equipped with large ventilation openings and a removable thermal layer, perfect for adapting to any condition and maintaining comfort in the saddle.

Each participant will have the Ducati Multistrada V2 S, V4 S and V4 Rally MY 2026 at their disposal, equipped with Pirelli Scorpion Trail II tires, ideal for safely tackling the dozens of Alpine passes.

DUCATI MULTISTRADA V2 S

• Displacement | 890 cc
• Power | 115.6 HP (85 kW) @ 10,750 rpm
• Torque | 9.4 kgm (92.1 Nm) @ 8,250 rpm
• Dry weight | 199 kg
• Saddle height | Adjustable, 830 mm - 865 mm
• (810 mm with optional lowered saddle)
• Equipment | Riding Mode, ABS Cornering, DTC, DWC, VHC, DQS, EBC, Full-LED lighting system with DRL, Cruise control, 5"" color TFT display.

DUCATI MULTISTRADA V4 S

• Displacement | 1,158 cc
• Power | 170 HP (125 kW) @ 10,500 rpm
• Torque | 12.7 kgm (125 Nm) @ 8,750 rpm
• Dry weight | 218 kg
• Saddle height | Adjustable, 840 mm - 860 mm
• (810 mm with optional lowered saddle)
• Equipment | Riding Mode, ABS Cornering, DTC, DWC, VHC, Skyhook electronic suspension, DQS, Full-LED lighting system with DRL, Cruise control, Hands free, TFT 6.5” color display with Ducati Connect and navigation system

DUCATI MULTISTRADA V4 RALLY

• Displacement| 1,158 cc
• Power | 170 HP (125 kW) @ 10,500 rpm
• Torque | 12.7 kgm (125 Nm) @ 8,750 rpm
• Dry weight | 240 kg
• Saddle height | Adjustable, 855 mm - 875 mm (825-845 mm with low seat accessory) 
• Equipment | Riding Mode, ABS Cornering, DTC, DWC, VHC, Skyhook electronic suspension, DQS, Full-LED lighting system with DRL, Cruise control, Hands free, TFT 6.5” color display with Ducati Connect and navigation system

This Experience is suitable for riders with good riding skills. The roads will be paved, but you may need to travel on some short stretches of gravel or dirt.

In the event of particularly severe weather conditions (strong wind or heavy rain), the organization reserves the right to modify the itinerary in the roadbook if riding some sections proves to be challenging. Participants must therefore be ready to face demanding situations in the saddle of their motorcycle.

In the event of difficulties, participants will be able to count on the support of expert guides, who will provide useful tips on improving riding technique and having as much fun as possible in complete safety, even in adverse conditions.

It is possible to participate in pairs. Unless otherwise specified, it is not possible to travel in the support vehicle.

THE PARTICIPATION FEE INCLUDES:

8,790.00 euro / rider

5,990.00 euro / passenger

• Use of Ducati Multistrada V2 S, V4 S and V4 Rally MY 2026 motorcycles. Third-party liability insurance and fuel included.
• Full head-to-toe clothing kit Dainese/AGV, specially designed for the trip (worth approx. 3,500 euro), which can be kept by the participant at the end of the trip.
• 7 nights’ accommodation in a 47* hotel, in a double room with private bathroom.
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
• 1 motorcycle tour leader.
• 1 Ducati mechanic.
• Support vehicle providing luggage transport and mechanical assistance.
• Photography service (professional photographer).
• Travel documents.
• Roadbook.

Motorcycle insurance

The trip package includes the activation of an insurance policy to cover civil liability. For damage resulting from inappropriate riding or disregard for the vehicle, a deductible of €1,500 will be retained.

Supplementary services

• Medical insurance and travel cancellation (information provided by the agency)                                          
• Single room: 690.00 euro (subject to availability).

Before the departure of the tour, the organizer reserves the right to charge the single room supplement, if there is no participant available to share a previously booked double room.

THE PARTICIPATION FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• Round-trip flight
• Airport/hotel transfers
• Anything not listed in the "Price includes" section. 

Participation in the trip is subject to selection by the Experience Team.

To participate, you must fill out the form that appears after clicking “Take Part in the Expedition”. Once the participation requirements have been verified, and only after receiving written confirmation from the Experience Team, the participant will be contacted by ATPI Motorsport Travel, the trip organizer, to complete registration.

Number of participants: min 10, max 12 motorcycles.

The Organizer reserves the right to confirm or cancel the trip if the required number of participants is not met. We therefore recommend including cancellation insurance for the flight.

Registration deadline: while places last. Participants are required to confirm their attendance 75 days before departure.

Payment methods. Withdrawal and penalties.

Once the required deposit of €3,000 has been paid, the Tour Operator ATPI Motorsport Travel will send the participant the participation contract with all the details for the payment of the balance, which must be made no later than 60 days before departure. 

If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the deposit will be refunded in full.

After paying the balance, in the event of cancellation, the deductibles provided for by any cancellation policy will apply. Otherwise, no refund will be provided.

• Valid category-A driving license.
• Identity card or passport with residual validity of at least 6 months.
• Medical certificates – if you have any doubts about your health, you are required to undergo a preventive medical examination to verify your suitability to safely participate in the trip schedule.