Trans Tuscany

Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
Moderate
D-Score™
D3 - Advanced

Overview

The quintessential Italy, Tuscany is famous for hilltop towns, Chianti, cypress trees, great food and the ultimate in Italian style. Your journey starts in the medieval town of San Gimignano with its impressive 14 towers, each a symbol of past wealth. From San Gimignano you'll ride to the hilltop town of Volterra and into the world-famous Chianti region. Chianti is home to the legendary Eroica bike race, and you'll get the opportunity to test your gravel riding skills on the official _strade bianche_ climb to Castello di Brolio. From Chianti you'll head south over the Crete Senesi to the medieval town of Pienza and a ride to Montalcino, home of the famous Brunello di Montalcino wine. The trip concludes with the climb to Southern Tuscany's highest peak, Monte Amiata.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Benvenuti in Toscana

Benvenuti in Toscana

Day 2: Volterra

Volterra

Day 3: Into Chianti

Into Chianti

Day 4: The Chianti Hills

The Chianti Hills

Day 5: Through the Crete Senesi to Pienza

Through the Crete Senesi to Pienza

Day 6: Montalcino

Montalcino

Day 7: The Queen Stage: Monte Amiata

The Queen Stage: Monte Amiata

Day 8: Arrivederci!

Arrivederci!

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Airport transfers
Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support
Support vehicle following all rides

About the Tuscany

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