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Tuscan Wine Estates
Tour
Tuscan
Wine Estates
Indulge and revitalise on our tour of two premium Tuscan wine resorts. This cycling holiday in Italy will take you through the vine-clad hills of this world-famous wine region, with professional cycling guides at your disposal!
Route
When cycling in Italy, why not spend three days and three nights luxuriating at the Buonamico estate just outside the fortified medieval village of Montecarlo, near Lucca? Explore the wine-making process, and cycle deep into the surrounding countryside to visit ancient villages and sample delicious local produce and wines.
Then embark on a tour of the famous Chianti region, where medieval towns, stunning vistas and white truffles await. It’s an unforgettable experience!
530 km
8 days
7 nights
7 cycling days
7 nights
7 cycling days
7,550 m
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Trail Highlights
Discover first-hand the phases of wine production at Buonamico, from grape harvest, to bottling, and wine tasting.
Ride the ancient walls of Lucca, then explore its medieval architecture. Gaze at Pisa’s famous leaning tower from the peak of Monte Serra. Immerse yourself in the lush forests of Castelvecchio.
Sample one of world’s three best wines in timeless Castello di Volpaia.
“Life is like a 10-speed bicycle.
Most of us have gears we never use.”
— Charles M. Schultz
Dining
What better than great food, wine and cycling?
Taste wines to your heart’s content. Tuck into a feast of Tuscan delicacies. Think full-bodied olive oils, panforte and regional pasta specialties, washed down with Cabernet and Chianti Classico . . . not forgetting those delectable San Miniato white truffles.
Look Forward to
Village of Collodi, where tiny houses cascade down the hill like a waterfall.
Beautiful La Rocca di Montestaffoli and Torre Grossa, at San Gimignano.
Stunning views from the charming hilltop town of Panzano.
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Freedom to roam
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Lucca and its hills
The town of a hundred churches, lovely Lucca is a must for every Tuscan visitor. For the cyclist, it opens up enormous opportunities to explore the ancient town and the age-old hills that surround it – offering serious climbs and extraordinary views. It's the cycling holiday in Italy that offers something for everyone. -
Lucca to Assissi
It’s all here – rolling hills, dreamy landscapes and endless olive grove vistas. Enjoy this CyclingInItaly journey from the gorgeous city of Lucca to the architectural jewel of Assisi, both bathed in history and culture. -
Lucca to Cinque Terre
Freedom to roam
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Tuscan Wine Estates
Indulge and revitalise on our tour of two premium Tuscan wine resorts. This cycling holiday in Italy will take you through the vine-clad hills of this world-famous wine region, with professional cycling guides at your disposal! -
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The Alpine spa resort of Bormio offers outstanding thermal springs in a tranquil natural setting, with relaxation guaranteed! Yet the ‘mountain of wellness’ also features a host of world-famous cycling routes. The Stelvio, Gavia and Mortirolo passes offer the seasoned cyclist many not-to-be-missed biking adventures. Not for the faint-hearted!
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Stelvio Pass and Bormio
Tour
Stelvio Pass
& Bormio
The Alpine spa resort of Bormio offers outstanding thermal springs in a tranquil natural setting, with relaxation guaranteed!
Yet the ‘mountain of wellness’ also features a host of world-famous cycling routes. The Stelvio, Gavia and Mortirolo passes offer the seasoned cyclist many not-to-be-missed biking adventures. Not for the faint-hearted!
Route
Base yourself in Bormio and make the absolute most of your cycling holiday in Italy. See how you measure up against champions like Coppi and Pantani, testing your Giro d’ Italia skills on 88 hairpin bends (Stelvio Pass), twisting roads dating back to medieval times (Gavia Pass) and five roads leading to the summit (Mortirolo Pass).
You can also point your cycle towards St Moritz in Switzerland (Forcola and Bernina Passes). Return to your Bormio base at the end of the day for a spa, delicious cuisine and a well-earned rest in gorgeous scenery.
... km
8 days
7 nights
7 cycling days
7 nights
7 cycling days
... m
4/5
hard
hard
Trail Highlights
Tackle the Valtellina Extreme Brevet, Europe’s most difficult long-distance cycling route – 467km, with 12,118m of vertical stretches.
Take part in the Grandfondo Stelvio Santini, a classic Alpine race – tackling the Stelvio Pass and Mortirolo Pass in one day.
Climb 1,300m over 12 demanding kilometres on Mortirolo, with gradients approaching 14%.
“It never gets easier, you just get faster.”
— Greg LeMond
Dining
Sample great wines, bresaola and heritage cheeses in the cosy bars and restaurants of Bormio’s old town.
A range of Alpine-style cafes await you, offering the finest local fare including pizzoccheri, sciatt and local porcini mushrooms with polenta. Top it off with a glass of full-body reds like Sassella, Inferno, Grumello and Sforzato di Valtellina
Look Forward to
Reaching 2758m (Stelvio) and 2620m (Gavia)
Cycling four itineraries over 40 hours in the Valtellina Extreme Brevet.
The final challenging 20 switchbacks of the 6km Passo dello Stelvio, from the Prato side!
OTHER TOURS
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Campania & Cilento
Welcome to one of our premium Italian cycling holidays! The stunning scenery of the Amalfi Coast will take your breath away, as will the challenges of this adventurous CyclinginItaly itinerary. -
Barolo
Join us on this exhilarating cycling tour of one of the best-known wine regions in Italy. Recharge the batteries with a heady blend of physical exertion and culinary delights, as you cycle through the magnificent Piedmont landscape. -
Italian Lakes
Italy’s Italian Lakes region is truly a blessed place! Here you can sample gorgeous landscapes, vast stretches of tranquil water and verdant valleys, all in one action-charged package from CyclinginItaly. -
Coast to Coast
Freedom to roam
Can’t decide where you want to go? CyclinginItaly’s coast to coast tour is the perfect way to sample the nation’s many and varied landscapes and experiences. There’s something for everyone on this west-to-east adventure, so check it out! -
Lucca and its hills
The town of a hundred churches, lovely Lucca is a must for every Tuscan visitor. For the cyclist, it opens up enormous opportunities to explore the ancient town and the age-old hills that surround it – offering serious climbs and extraordinary views. It's the cycling holiday in Italy that offers something for everyone. -
Lucca to Assissi
It’s all here – rolling hills, dreamy landscapes and endless olive grove vistas. Enjoy this CyclingInItaly journey from the gorgeous city of Lucca to the architectural jewel of Assisi, both bathed in history and culture. -
Lucca to Cinque Terre
Freedom to roam
With so much to see in Italy, it can be hard knowing where to begin. This tour is a real eye-opener, allowing you see and experience Tuscany, the Cinque Terre and the Italian Riviera up close and personal – in intimate settings and unforgettable locations. -
Strade Bianche
There’s a little bit of everything in this one-of-a-kind CyclingInItaly tour. With relaxation, adventure, history and adrenaline all tied up together, our guides take you from Lucca to Siena, experiencing all the best attractions along the way. -
Val Gardena
If you think you’ve tried it all before, think again! The splendour of these extraordinary Dolomites rides will crank your cycling up to another level, as you take in the breathtaking landscapes and truly challenging slopes of the Val Gardena. -
Tuscan Wine Estates
Indulge and revitalise on our tour of two premium Tuscan wine resorts. This cycling holiday in Italy will take you through the vine-clad hills of this world-famous wine region, with professional cycling guides at your disposal! -
Stelvio Pass and Bormio
The Alpine spa resort of Bormio offers outstanding thermal springs in a tranquil natural setting, with relaxation guaranteed! Yet the ‘mountain of wellness’ also features a host of world-famous cycling routes. The Stelvio, Gavia and Mortirolo passes offer the seasoned cyclist many not-to-be-missed biking adventures. Not for the faint-hearted!
Read more: Stelvio Pass and Bormio
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