You will have to drive more than 1.000 km along Italy on an “Ape calessino”, and you are supposed to do that in 7 days. Just a starting point, and a finish line. No set route, no pampering along the road, no toll free number to complain with, no concierge, no room service.

Just you, your friends or family, and the road, at a “warp speed” of 50 kmph. And for the night, rest in a true italian Farmhouse in one of agriturismo.it's selected locations! A room per night and per team is INCLUDED!

No pre-set stops, no routes, and just the time to wonder around wherever you like.
It is our philosophy for truly discovering the hidden beauty of Italy!

Freedom is a matter of having time, and opportunities, to let the unpredictable happen! and traveling on a rickshaw is the best way to actively search for the unpredictable. A great Italian poet, Eugenio Montale, once wrote these lines on journeys:

“And now what my trip will become? I too carefully studied without knowing anything. Unforeseen is the only hope. But they tell me it is fool to say“

LIVING AND LOVING ITALY

Every turn, every hill, every tree can hide something unexpected.“there is a crack, a crack in everything that’s how the light gets in“ 

In Italy everything is full of light, that’s why we can give you only shadows of what you will find on your road.

Here two sites with hints and tips on villages where you can find tradition, and history, food and events. check them out!

 www.borghitalia.it  

www.borghiautenticiditalia.eu

Food is something we really treasure in Italy. But wondering around looking for the right place to taste something really worth the price can be annoying.We want to help you. Look at this during your adventure: www.thefork.it

Discover where to eat, book and save money. Events are up to date here: 

www.verybello.it  Joining some traditional events can be a touching experience! don’t miss any of the party near to you! it is an adventure as well 

Moreover, to have a rest, remember to find a room on agriturismo.it: more than 3,000 farmhouses in Italy, and a handy guide in three language (Italian, English and German) to find the best accommodation closest to you.

The Great Italian Rickshaw Adventure loves Italy and is actively supporting charities and initiatives in many different places of our beloved Country. 

So, during your adventure, share pics and emotions with your friend and we ask you to commit to collect at least 500€ to be donated to the charity you support, or to one of ours if you prefer! I’ts easy: go on www.buonacausa.org or on www.kapipal.com and ask your friends to donate!

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three wheels, with three tyre

4-stroke petrol engine, 

200cc  4 gears plus reverse 

3 person can travel on top speed: 55kmph!! 

you will be overtaking loads of wheelbarrows uh

…and of course, it has brakes

This Italian masterpiece has been built since 1948! More than 60 years of history. And you will pray it won’t have any fall-out the next 7 days! (By the way the one you will be traveling on was built in India)

If you think to be uncomfortable driving a rickshaw, or you are not familiar with manual gear, don’t worry. Before starting your run, we will have a couple of hours to get you introduced to driving the glamorous Ape Calessino. it is more or less like driving an old fashioned scooter. 

Every Ape Calessino will be equipped with a wifi connection, to allow you to easily share your memories of the most incredible journey you will have ever done! Pimping your Rick: collect flags, magnets, stamps, and all the stuff you’ll find on the road to customize your rickshaw (please, just don’t paint it with permanent markers … we are not ready yet!). 

Show on your rick how great Italy is! To drive a rickshaw, all you need is a valid driving license. and you must be at least 18 years old. 

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