Ducati Expedition Masters 2026: Calendar of Expeditions for the Brand's 100th Anniversary
22/02/2026
The year 2026 is a milestone for Ducati – the hundredth anniversary of the brand from Borgo Panigale. On this occasion, the Ducati Expedition Masters program is reaching a new, even more exclusive level. The manufacturer has just released the itinerary calendar, which combines luxury tourism with testing top machines in their natural environment. From the raw volcanoes of Iceland, through the cinematic landscapes of the Wild West, to the celebration of Italian automotive heritage – this is what awaits motorcycle globetrotters in the upcoming season.
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What is Ducati Expedition Masters?
Expedition Masters is the flagship touring program within the DRE (Ducati Riding Experience) platform. However, these are not ordinary trips, but complexly organized 'fly & ride' adventures. The formula is simple: participants arrive at the starting point, and Ducati (in collaboration with technical partner Dainese) provides everything else: from the latest motorcycles, fuel, premium hotel accommodations, to professional guides and medical assistance. This offer is aimed at motorcyclists who want to focus solely on enjoying the ride, leaving the logistics to the experts.
Destinations 2026: Following Nature and History
In the anniversary year, Ducati focuses on diversity. The calendar for 2026 includes three main geographical areas, each offering a different adventure character:
1. Italy: In Tribute to a Century
A special route celebrates 100 years of the brand. In July 2026, participants will set out from the Misano circuit (during World Ducati Week) on a journey through Venice, the Dolomites (Stelvio and Pordoi passes) all the way to the Ducati Museum in Bologna. The autumn edition (October) will be a trip south – through Florence, Rome, and onto the picturesque Amalfi Coast.
2. Iceland: Fire and Ice
Here, the offer divides into two groups. The road version (for Multistrada) is an exploration of fjords and geysers. The off-road version (for DesertX) is a challenge for gravel fans – a ride through black volcanic deserts and river crossings in the island's interior.
3. USA: The Great American Loop
The September expedition covers over 4800 km starting from San Francisco. Participants will visit national parks Yosemite, Yellowstone, and Utah, finishing on the legendary Pacific Coast Highway.
Machines: Multistrada V4 Rally and DesertX
Ducati selects motorcycles precisely according to the character of the route. The queen of long-distance expeditions is the Multistrada V4 Rally – a machine built to devour kilometers with maximum comfort, equipped with radar and adaptive suspension. For more demanding gravel trails (especially in Iceland and the USA), DesertX and its Discovery version are used. These motorcycles have a Dakar pedigree, allowing amateurs to safely venture off paved roads while maintaining the typical sporty engine character of Ducati.
Expert Opinion
We asked Przemek Gąsiorowski, editor-in-chief of the mototrips.pl portal, for his opinion on the sensibility of using such organized forms of tourism:
"Many motorcyclists will say that a true adventure is the one organized independently. However, programs like Expedition Masters fill an important niche. Transporting your motorcycle to the USA or Iceland is a logistical nightmare and a huge cost. Here, we get a new, well-maintained machine 'right to our doorstep,' often in a specification that is not yet available in stores. In 2026, due to Ducati's 100th anniversary, I expect that the Italian editions of these trips will have a unique framework, unavailable to individual tourists. This is not a cheap event, but we pay for 'peace of mind' and access to places and people we would not have met on our own."
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need to own a Ducati motorcycle to participate?
- No, one of the main advantages of the Expedition Masters program is that the price includes the rental of the latest model of Ducati motorcycle (usually the Multistrada V4 or DesertX) for the duration of the trip.
- What skills are required from participants?
- It depends on the route. Road editions (Italy, USA) require some handling of a touring motorcycle. Off-road editions (Iceland on DesertX) require experience in riding off-road. Ducati often offers DRE training before the expedition.
- What does the price of the Expedition Masters trip include?
- The price usually includes: motorcycle, fuel, accommodation in high-class hotels, full board, care of guides and instructors, support vehicle for luggage, and often a complete motorcycle outfit from Dainese (to be returned after the event).
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