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Tuscany South of
Siena
6 days
You’ll
quickly understand the allure of
southern Tuscany as you pedal
between villages so intimate, you
will experience the sounds and
aromas of pranzo—the midday
meal—as it’s being prepared inside
Italian homes. While there are
plenty of hills to climb, your
efforts will be well rewarded. After
spinning through rolling vineyards,
past undulating wheat fields and
over chalky white hills by day,
savor pecorino cheese, homemade
pasta, fruity olive oils, celebrated
Brunello wines and the warmth of
Italian hospitality each evening.
 Days
1-2 castelnuovo dell'abate
Meet in Siena
Warm up with a pleasant ride over rolling
terrain along the flank of Monte Amiata, Tuscany's
highest mountain Pedal
through vineyards yielding southern Tuscany’s
prestigious Brunello di Montalcino wine
Tranquil roads lead past the Abbazia Monte Oliveto
Maggiore, the region’s most notable monastery,
and the exposed chalk hills known as biancane.
Day 3 pienza
Visit the ancient spa town of Bagno Vignoni, where
Catherine de' Medici was known to linger
Follow country roads to the quaint village of
Castelmuzio
In Pienza, one of Tuscany’s Renaissance gems, marvel
at architectural masterpieces and shop for ceramics
For dinner, savor such Tuscan favorites as
panzanella, pappardelle al sugo and
acquacotta. Days 4-6 Farneta
In medieval Montepulciano, Tuscany’s highest hilltop
town, discover hidden piazzas, visit the famous
Tempio di San Biagio pilgrimage church and perhaps
taste Vino Nobile di Montepulciano
Pedal through the Val di Chiana, where Chianina cows
contentedly graze
Climb
to the postcard-perfect Etruscan village of Cortona
for a guided walking tour of its ancient town
center, gaining insight into its storied past
Bike along picturesque roads of the Val di Chiana to
Lago Trasimeno, Italy’s fourth largest lake and a
favorite vacation spot of Italians.
MEDIEVAL MASTERPIECES : Premiere Inns
Castello di Velona (2 nights): Set on a hill
above the Val d' Orcia, this elegant Renaissance castle welcomes
you with a sparkling swimming pool, antiques and broad views of
the countryside.
Relais Il Chiostro di Pienza (1 night):
Originally a 15th-century convent, this hotel is situated in the
heart of town and offers tastefully furnished guest rooms and a
pool.
Villa Petrischio (2 nights): Set on a quiet
hill, this lovely four-star hotel, enclosed by pine trees,
was built in the 18th century for the Lombardi counts who wanted
to be close to the Abazzia Farneta.
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Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain |
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative
Elevation Gain
Day 1
- Level 1
3 Route Options Available
- 10, 12, 19 miles
- 0 - 2000 feet elevation gain
Day 2
- Levels 2 to 3
3 Route Options Available
- 21, 37, 44 miles
- 1000 - 3000 feet elevation gain
Day 3
- Levels 2 to 4
3 Route Options Available
- 25, 41, 54 miles
- 2000 - 5000 feet elevation gain
Day 4
- Levels 2 to 4
2
Route Options Available
- 29, 43 miles
- 1500 - 2500 feet elevation gain
Day 5
- Levels 2 to 4 3 Route
Options Available
- 21, 44, 51 miles
- 500 - 2500 feet elevation gain
Day 6
- Level 1
1 Route Option Available
- 21 miles
- 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
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 |
CLASSIC TRIPS
- 5/18-23Price: $4098 pp dbl. occ., (+
$1000 for sgl. occ.)
- 6/29-7/4Price: $4198 pp dbl. occ.,
(+ $1000 for sgl. occ.)
- 7/13-18Price: $4098 pp dbl. occ., (+
$1000 for sgl. occ.)
- 7/20-25Price: $4098 pp dbl. occ., (+
$1000 for sgl. occ.)
The trip you have selected is different
from the one displayed. Here's how:
Hotel Change: We will stay at the
Casabianca, an elegant converted
farmhouse perched high on a ridge above
the Chiana Valley, on Days 4 & 5.
- 8/10-15Price: $3998 pp dbl. occ., (+
$1000 for sgl. occ.)
- 9/7-12Price: $4198 pp dbl. occ., (+
$1000 for sgl. occ.)
- 9/14-19Price: $3998 pp dbl. occ., (+
$1000 for sgl. occ.)
The trip you have selected is different
from the one displayed. Here's how:
Hotel Change: we will stay at the Relais
Alla Corte Del Sole on Night 5.
- 9/21-26Price: $4198 pp dbl. occ., (+
$1000 for sgl. occ.)
- 10/5-10Price: $3998 pp dbl. occ., (+
$1000 for sgl. occ.)
SINGLES+SOLOS TRIPS
- 6/15-20Price: $3798 pp dbl. occ., (+
$1160 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.
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