Ride along the quiet roads of classic Tuscany enjoying Chianti's villages, food and wine

The Tuscan landscape is one of the most evocative and romantic in Europe with cypress trees lining the roads, olive groves, vineyards, ancient hill top towns and, of course, classic Renaissance cities. Our two-wheeled exploration is carefully planned to take in the best of Tuscany without feeling rushed or over-cultural ? part of the joy of the Italian lifestyle is sitting and watching the world go by with a glass of Chianti or even better a Brunnello of Montalcino! During the week we cycle through very diverse areas of Tuscany, such as the hills of Chianti and the picture-postcard south around Pienza and Montalcino. Our route heads south past the high towers of San Gimignano, and we enjoy Siena's magnificent Campo before entering 'Le Crete' and Val D'Orcia, Tuscany's most scenic south with its magnificent views. Following quiet roads, we mix point-to-point and circular rides to make a perfect cycle tour of this region, without the need to transfer at the beginning of each day.

Itinerary:

Day 1 Start Florence. 2 Ride via Impruneta and Greve to Castellina in Chianti. 3 Circular ride through Chianti hills via famous towers of San Gimignano and Monteriggioni. 4 Ride through vineyards via Brolio to the terracotta city of Siena. 5 Free day in Siena to visit the museums or just relax in this historic city. 6 Cycle through 'Le Crete' to walled village of Murlo and wine town of Montalcino. 7 Continue east through classic Tuscan countryside to Montepulciano. 8 End Pisa.

Mode of travel: Av. daily distance: 60km (37m)\r\nNo. of days cycling: 5\r\nVehicle support: 70% vehicle support (on point-to-point days only).\r\nTerrain and route: 85% tarmac, 15% easy gravel roads. Route follows mainly quiet roads with some climbs passing through Chianti hills.
Group size: Min. 6, max. 16, plus leader and driver.
Accommodation: 7 nights 2- and 3-star hotels.
Food: All breakfasts included.
Optional Single Supplement: from $290.00
Trip Reference: MWI
Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below.