tour of tuscany
A truly wonderful journey through the very best of rural and untouched Italy. Experience historical cities, stunning river valleys, winding roads and scenic hills during this awesome adventure. Oh, and the delicious Italian food, wine and hospitality isn't bad either!
Difficulty: 3.5
typical itinerary
Day 0: Arrivals into Pisa.
Meet Adventure Cafe team and get bikes ready for riding.
Day 1: Cycle Pisa to Florence
via Lucca
Approx 132km / 1424m+
Day 2: Cycle Florence to Siena
via the Chianti wine region
Approx 102km / 1709m+
Day 3: Cycle Siena to Pisa
via San Gimignano
Approx 134km / 1283m+
Day 4: Depart Pisa
typical route
The above image is a rough guide only. Please enquire for a detailed route overview.
important!
This route is also available as a 4-day itinerary, adding an overnight stop in Volterra. Contact us for more info.
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Total Distance: 368km
Total Elevation: 4416m+
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4 Nights / 3 Day Cycle
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Pisa
Florence
Siena
Pisa
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This challenge is difficulty ranked: 3.5 out of 5.
Expected daily distances: 80km to 140km
Expected daily elevation: 500m+ to 1800m+
You should be a confident cyclist with good base levels of fitness. You should be able to average over 24kmph for a 100km ride, and be capable of completing large climbs. Cycling may not be your main sport, but you should be an active individual able to complete the training plans provided.
our highlight
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San Gimignano
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our highlight 💚 San Gimignano 💚
There are so many bucket-list sights to see on our Tour of Tuscany. The Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Piazza del Campo of Siena are two of the main events. Perhaps our favourite though is San Gimignano - a medieval Italian hill town. The historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and it's definitely worth a stop.
Standard Inclusions
Hotel Accommodation - 3/4* standard, bed and breakfast
Pre-Event Planning & Communications
Bespoke Challenge Portal
Support Driver & Van
Experienced Ride Leader
Picnic-Style Lunches
First-aid trained staff and supplies
Ride Snacks
Access to training plans, kit lists, nutritional guides and more
GPX files
your on-event support team
Ride leaders will navigate for the group as well as being on hand to encourage you up the hills and assist with roadside mechanical problems.
Our ride leaders have a wealth of experience, a good sense of humour and are first-aid trained.
Our support vehicle will carry your overnight luggage and day bags. The vehicle will follow and leapfrog the group, staying close to offer sun cream or waterproofs, as well as being there to assist with mechanical or medical issues.
Should it be absolutely necessary, the van can be used to pick up participants in cases of fatigue or other circumstances.
Our team love nothing more than helping fellow cyclists achieve their potential. They'll be there when you falter, to give you a helping hand, some encouraging words, or even a stern talking to. Their support will see you through so that, at the end of your challenge, you'll be able to stand there and say