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Tuscany & Maremma
Family
Biking
6 days in Casual Inn
In
southwestern Tuscany, rolling hills
and vineyards meet striking
landscapes of molded volcanic rock
and stunning Mediterranean
coastline. This beautiful corner of
Italy is yours to discover on this
Backroads family journey that
travels from inland Italia to the
tranquil shores of the Tyrrhenian
Sea. Pedal along quiet county roads
past wine estates, shaded woodlands,
endless rolling wheat fields and
dramatic tufa cliffs. Explore
marvelous medieval hilltop villages
and taste the area's finest
Morellino di Scansano. Learn about
Etruscan archaeology and the
traditions of Maremman cowboys. And
after full days of riding, settle
into charming hotels and savor
hearty homespun cuisine.
 Days
1-2 Sovana
Meet in Orvieto
Picnic in San Casciano dei Bagni, long acclaimed for its
therapeutic thermal waters
Pedal along quiet roads past vineyards and farmland,
accompanied by views of Monte Amiata - an extinct
volcano and Tuscany's highest peak
Explore the hilltop village of Sorano, known for its
rich Etruscan history and volcanic tufa  After
tacking hearty climbs, take in some of the region's
premier vistas
Visit
the noteworthy Ildebranda Tomb, an Etruscan necropolis
Stroll
through breathtaking Sovana with a local expert, who
shares with you the town's history and gems
Get
to know Pitigliano, a medieval town steeply stacked on
a rock outcrop and connected by a 16th-century aqueduct
Kids
carve tufa rock with a local artisan and enjoy a pizza
dinner with the leaders.
Days 3-4 Scansano
Pedal through wide-open
land crosshatched by vineyards and dotted with an
occasional farmhouse
Walk along the well-preserved medieval walls of Magliano
in Toscana
Soak your muscles in Saturnia Hot Springs, like
Etruscans and Romans did centuries ago
Visit the Romanesque church of San Bruzio, set amid a
vast olive grove Savor
the region's Morellino di Scansano wine at a local
vineyard
Explore the quaint village of Scansano, where time seems
to stand still
Kids
take a horeseback riding lesson and the whole family
learns about il buttero (the traditional Maremman
cowboy) before enjoying a BBQ dinner by the hotel pool.
Days 5-6 Capalbio
Get a feel for Italy's
Wild West as you pedal through seaside flatlands and
sail along some exhilarating downhill stretches
Enjoy
the coastal breeze as you ride past Maremman farms and
grain fields Explore
the Gaudi-inspired open air museum of the
American/French sculptor Niki de Saint Phalle
Lounge
on the beach and snack on a delicious panini when
you're hungry Take
a dip in the azure waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
A WARM WELCOME : Casual Inns
Sovana Romantik Hotel & Resort (2 nights):
This atmospheric albergo, surrounded by olive
trees, offers exposed-beam ceilings, terra-cotta tile floors and
elegantly furnished rooms, as well as a large garden with a
maze.
Antico Casale di Scansano (2 nights): Set in
the Maremma countryside, this beautifully restored farmhouse
features a spa, swimming pool, stables and a riding school, and
cozy well-appointed guest rooms.
Fattoria Le Guardiole (1 night): You'll feel
right at home in the comfortable, elegantly decorated rooms
of this inviting farming estate, and enjoy its two swimming
pools and lovely views of rolling hills and verdant vineyards.
| Daily
Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain |
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative
Elevation Gain
Day 1
- Levels 1 to 3
3
Route Options Available
- 14, 28, 34 miles
- 0 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 2
- Levels 2 to 5
3 Route Options Available
- 27, 51, 64 miles
- 1500 - 3000 feet elevation gain
Day 3
- Levels 2 to 3
3 Route Options Available
- 27, 31, 38 miles
- 1000 - 2500 feet elevation gain
Day 4
- Levels 3 to 5
3
Route Options Available
- 34, 45, 64 miles
- 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 5
- Levels 1 to 4
3
Route Options Available
- 19, 37, 47 miles
- 500 - 1500 feet elevation gain
Day 6
- Level 1
1 Route Option Available
- 11 miles
- 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
On this Family Trip, liberal van shuttling is
incorporated into the itinerary to facilitate our activities
and mileage is kept moderate to enable you to spend more
time exploring on your own.
Trips For All Abilities
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide
variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace
may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling
companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a
range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly
what and how much you want to do.
| Activity Level |
Average Time |
Average Distance |
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Biking |
Walking & Hiking |
| Level 1 |
2-3 hours |
10-20 mile |
2-5 miles |
| Level 2 |
2-4 hours |
21-30 miles |
5-7 miles |
| Level 3 |
3-5 hours |
31-40 miles |
7-9 miles |
| Level 4 |
4-6 hours |
41-55 miles |
9-11 miles |
| Level 5 |
5-7+ hours |
56-75+ miles |
11-13+ miles |
FAMILY TRIPS
- 6/22-27Price: $3298 pp dbl. occ., (+ $500 for sgl.
occ.)
- 7/20-25Price: $3198 pp dbl. occ., (+ $500 for sgl.
occ.)
Reserve early for the best available price.
Prices may change during the course of the year--if they do
change, the best prices are available earlier. Once you book
your trip, your price is guaranteed.
Minimum Ages:
Recommended minimum age for the trip: 9+ years
Minimum age restrictions:
General Info on Minimum Ages:
We strongly encourage families to join our Family Trips,
designed with kid- and adult-friendly features. Please note
that we have a minimum age requirement of 1 year for all Inn
trips and 2 years for all Camping trips. Other than that, we
do not restrict trips to a minimum age except in the
rare case of a hotel age restriction. We do, however,
recommend minimum ages based on the following criteria:
- 12+ cultural appreciation, difficulty of activities
and route
- 9+ difficulty of activities and route
- 6+ several long adult dinners; parent may not be
able to pull a Burley and/or there may be multiple
activity restrictions
- 3+ riding is on bike paths, making it great for
young kids; Burley and Piccolos are available; there are
few or no activity restrictions; and no long dinners (or
we offer alternatives)
Please note that a trip may feature an activity with an
older age requirement than the minimum age recommendation
for the trip. Younger kids are still welcome on the trip and
while they will not be able to participate in the activity,
the leaders will suggest an alternate activity. For safety
reasons, children under 7 may not ride their own bikes and
are required to ride on a Piccolo or in a Burley. For
certain destinations, children must be 9 or older to ride
their own bikes.
Trip praise
A great way for families to discover the more rural part
of Southern Tuscany by bike, this trip offers the varied
terrain of classic Tuscan hills and the flatter terrain
of the Maremma coast. Learning about the Etruscan
history is fascinating for both kids and adults alike
and visiting Pitigliano, built on the tufa cliffs, is an
unforgettable highlight.
Kathleen Maich - Regional
Manager, Italian Trip Operations
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