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Tuscany Bike Tour

Pedal La Bella Toscana: Val d'Orcia to Chianti

Tour Duration

6 Days / 5 Nights

Trip Style

Classic Guided, Signature

Activity Level

Level 3

Hotel Level

Explorer

Bikes

Trek Domane SL 7
Trek Electric-Assist Verve+ Gen 3
Trek Electric-Assist Domane+ SLR 7

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Starting from

$3,999.00 per person

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Embrace la dolce vita on our Tuscany bike tour, where every pedal stroke through Chianti and Val d'Orcia reveals Italy's captivating beauty.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant landscapes of Tuscany from the seat of your bike, where endless vineyards and the aromatic air enchant every sense. Tuscan hills present stunning, joyful terrains for cycling enthusiasts. Enjoy a Chianti Classico in Radda and hone your Italian cooking skills with a private pizza-making class. Discover the breathtaking scenery of the Val d’Orcia, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the fortified town of Montalcino, renowned for its exquisite red wines. Experience la dolce vita's seductive pace firsthand on our Tuscany bike tour—a journey sure to captivate and enchant.
Also see our Tuscany Countryside Bike Tour » and our Tuscany Wine Country Bike Tour »

Trip Wows
  • Cruise through Tuscany’s iconic, cypress-lined roads with panoramic views that capture the heart of Italy’s countryside

  • Get hands-on in a lively, private pizza-making class with a master Italian chef, crafting your own authentic pies in a traditional wood-fired oven!

  • Savor the finest bruschetta in Chianti at the beloved Bar Dante, perfectly paired with a unforgettable glass of Chianti Classico

  • Step back in time in the walled medieval town of Montalcino, sampling the renowned Brunello di Montalcino in its birthplace

  • Stay in the 13th-century village of Borgo di Vescine that has been transformed into an enchanting and elegant hotel

Cypress trees in Tuscany

A quintessential Tuscan silhouette

The stunning Tuscan landscapes

Pedal through Tuscany's undulating roads lined with cypress trees—a cycling paradise where breathtaking landscapes offer a joyous ride for all.


What Guests are Saying
two people posing with matching bike jerseys in their bike helmets

This trip was better than anticipated and I had high expectations based on previous participants' reviews! I am now convinced that this is THE way to see a new country and experience its culture; by the sights, sounds, and smells only obtainable by cycling through its countryside. The support of the Trek guides made it exceptionally easy and enjoyable. A perfect way to spend our 15-year wedding anniversary! We'll be back!

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Kathy, Trek Travel Guest

Cyclist standing in front of vineyards

The rides were phenomenal.  
Great conditions, great views, great challenges, all very rewarding.  Even with selecting the long option ride, I still found the balance of down time to be great. There's enough flexibility within to make the trip YOUR OWN trip. Excellent job.

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Carolyn, Trek Travel Guest

A group pose around the black rooster symbol of Chianti in Tuscany

I cannot think of ANYTHING Trek Travel could have done to improve this trip. I use this word sparingly but, it was the perfect way to see Tuscany and it was the best vacation of my life!

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Gina, Trek Travel Guest

This is the most satisfying and accommodating vacation I've ever been on with my husband. He is the type who really needs a lot of exercise to feel right, and I am not. But Trek made it fun for us both! Thank you for a wonderful time!

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Holly, Trek Travel Guest


Cyclist riding by vineyards

Great Ride

Vescine to Radda in Chianti Loop

A valley ride where vines and olive trees give way to shady chestnut trees as the landscape subtly shifts. Stop for an espresso at the famous L’Eroica caffè.


Dates & Pricing

Book early for the best price

  • Guaranteed

  • Join Waitlist

  • Private

  • Limited Availability


Itinerary
Activity Information

Hotels
Hotel Palazzo del Capitano Wellness and Relais guest room suite
Hotel Palazzo del Capitano Wellness and Relais garden
Hotel Palazzo del Capitano Wellness and Relais spa area
Hotel Palazzo del Capitano Wellness and Relais guest room suite
Hotel Palazzo del Capitano Wellness and Relais spa area
San Quirico d'Orcia, Italy
Hotel Palazzo del Capitano Wellness and Relais
Explorer

This historic 15th-century palazzo is nestled in the heart of the charming village of San Quirico d’Orcia, and boasts its own traditional trattoria – Al Vecchio Forno, an indulgent YON-KA SPA and tranquil gardens with two pools. Its mix of modern details and rich history is sure to enchant you.

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Il Borgo di Vèscine hotel pool
Il Borgo di Vèscine hotel guest suite
Outside view of the hotel Borgo di vescine
Il Borgo di Vèscine hotel outdoor walkway
Il Borgo di Vèscine hotel atrium
Chianti, Italy
Il Borgo di Vescine
Explorer

Il Borgo di Vèscine is a XIII century Etruscan village which has been transformed into a charming and elegant hotel. The rooms have been lovingly created within the original houses of the medieval hamlet. Situated in the heart of the Chianti region, this hotel boasts its own wine cellar and restaurant that offers guests the finest Chianti Classico Riserva wines accompanied by typical “Chiantigiana” cuisine.

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Bikes & Gear
Ride the Best Bikes in the Industry
New in 2023 Domane SL 7 Road
Trek Domane SL 7

Experiencing your cycling vacation of a lifetime is not complete without a world-class bike and the Trek Domane SL 7 Gen 4 is the best on the road. It raises the bar to deliver incredible endurance road bike comfort without sacrificing performance and features highly responsive disc brakes, road-smoothing IsoSpeed technology, and electronic shifting. This new bike is lighter than ever before, and carbon wheels are standard on every Domane SL 7 bike.

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E-Bike
Trek Electric-Assist Verve+ Gen 3

Fun from the first pedal stroke, venture further on our Trek Verve+. With its low-step frame design, upright riding position, and the barely-there Bosch electric motor, the Verve+ has one goal: pure enjoyment. Designed for both comfort and adventure, get a boost up the hills when you need it with energy to spare.

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Trek Domane+ SLR bike Road
Trek Electric-Assist Domane+ SLR 7

Upgrade your experience on the Domane+ SLR 7. It has everything you love in a road bike, with the extra boost to take you farther than ever before. With an ultra-lightweight design and a whisper quiet electric assist motor, this performance e-road bike will assist you on the climbs and enable you to venture further. So go ahead—take the long way. With Domane+ SLR 7, there’s always room for more distance and more fun!
Upgrade to the Domane+ SLR 7 on this trip for $399 (3-6 day trips) or $599 (7+ day trips). Available in limited quantities. See specific trip dates for available bike options.

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Two cyclist and one rider

Trek Travel Guides

The World’s Best

From the moment you meet our guides, you'll understand the difference. You'll feel the genuine care they take to make your vacation perfect. From their expert support to sharing their favorite hidden spots, they tailor every moment to you.

Certified Guides

Additional Gear
  • Trek Travel Santini cycling jersey to keep
  • Trek Travel water bottles to keep
  • Cinch sack day bag to keep
  • Garmin Edge 1030 GPS computer with pre-loaded routes
  • Bontrager saddle*
  • Bontrager helmet*
  • Choice of Shimano SPD-SL road style pedals, Shimano SPD mountain style pedals, caged, or flat pedals*
  • *For the most comfortable ride, we recommend you bring your own saddle. If you prefer, you can bring your own pedals and helmet on the trip and our guides will install your gear on the first day during your bike fit.
  • Bontrager front and rear Flare R lights
  • A flat pack containing a tube, levers, and a CO2 cartridge with inflator
A collage of cycling gear guests will use on a Trek Travel Classic Bike Tour.

Trip Inclusions

Additional Details

Know Before You Go!

We want you to be fully prepared for your cycling vacation of a lifetime. This involves making sure that you choose the appropriate trip for you and that every aspect of your experience is flawless. Each Trek Travel trip is unique to ensure maximum enjoyment every time.

Your Trip Need to Knows:

  • Dining in Tuscany: Meals in the Tuscany region often start later. Lunch begins from 1:00 PM and dinner from 8:00 PM. Dinner can also last two or more hours, allowing time to enjoy the sumptuous cuisine of the area at a leisurely pace.
  • Please note that although hotels have air conditioning, it is not as powerful as hotels in the USA and hotel rooms may be warmer than expected during the summer months.

Before and After Your Trip

Weather

Average monthly temperature and precipitation

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High 52.0°F· 11.1°C 55.0°F· 12.8°C 61.0°F· 16.1°C 67.0°F· 19.4°C 77.0°F· 25.0°C 84.0°F· 28.9°C 90.0°F· 32.2°C 90.0°F· 32.2°C 80.0°F· 26.7°C 71.0°F· 21.7°C 60.0°F· 15.6°C 52.0°F· 11.1°C
Low 37.0°F· 2.8°C 37.0°F· 2.8°C 42.0°F· 5.6°C 48.0°F· 8.9°C 55.0°F· 12.8°C 62.0°F· 16.7°C 66.0°F· 18.9°C 66.0°F· 18.9°C 60.0°F· 15.6°C 53.0°F· 11.7°C 45.0°F· 7.2°C 38.0°F· 3.3°C
Rain 0.93"· 2.36 cm 0.91"· 2.31 cm 0.72"· 1.83 cm 1.93"· 4.90 cm 1.16"· 2.95 cm 0.97"· 2.46 cm 0.24"· 0.61 cm 0.48"· 1.22 cm 1.08"· 2.74 cm 1.95"· 4.95 cm 2.02"· 5.13 cm 1.45"· 3.68 cm
FAQs

Spring and fall in Tuscany are usually clear and sunny, with warm daytime temperatures (75-90ºF / 24-32ºC) and evening temperatures 10-15 degrees cooler. A jacket or wrap will be useful in the evening. Summers are warmer with warm daytime temperatures (80-95ºF / 27-35ºC). Rain is always a possibility, however, so be prepared with wet-weather gear in order to best enjoy your cycling vacation.
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To reserve your space on a trip, you can either call us at 866-464-8735 to speak with an expert Trip Consultant or book online any time by clicking the “BOOK THIS TRIP” icon near the upper right of each destination’s overview page.* Once you have submitted your reservation online, a Trip Consultant will contact you within one business day to answer any questions you may have and to confirm space, bike, and room availability on your desired trip. Your booking will be finalized once your no-risk deposit is paid. If you make a reservation more than 90 days prior to the trip, a $750 no risk deposit is due at the time of booking.** If you reserve your trip less than 90 days prior to the departure, the full balance is due at the time of booking. Once your booking is complete you will receive an email confirmation with important information pertaining to your trip.

*Please note that select trips cannot be booked online at this time. For those trips, please call a trip consultant at 866-464-8735.

**Deposit amounts vary for all Race, Cross Country, Special Edition, Ride Camp, Discover, and Self-Guided tours. Please confirm deposit amounts for all trips with your Trip Consultant at time of booking.

When a trip is booked, a guest confirmation email is immediately sent out. One week prior to the trip start, you’ll receive an email containing your trip start meeting location reminder and any last-minute information that you’ll need to know. You will also receive instructions to download the Ride with GPS app before your trip to provide you the day to day plan and daily route guides.

With one person booked on a date, the trip becomes guaranteed.*

In the case where trips are at one or two guests, we will contact you prior to final payment to give you the following options:

Pay a small trip fee of $500 per person for two guests or $1000 for one guest, which ensures your preferred trip date will run. If there are three or more guests before departure date, the fee will be refunded in full.

or

Switch to a different trip or different departure date. Should there be any difference in trip price between your original trip and the new one, you will be expected to pay the difference, or we will refund you accordingly.

Offer only valid if Trek Travel contacts a guest to discuss these specific options. Bike trips with fewer than three guests may operate with only one guide. The guide will support all rides with a Trek Travel van. If you would like to discuss the option of having two guides, please speak with your trip consultant.

The small trip supplement for Ride Camps is as follows – for two guests an additional $250 or for one guest an additional $500.

*Cross Country, Discover, Race, and Special Edition trips as well as a small number of select departures have a minimum guest count to guarantee. Please check with your Trip Consultant for more information.

Unforeseen events may make it necessary to cancel or modify a trip. Our Guest Services team will update you with any changes. We reserve the right to cancel departures in cases of force majeure or the failure of third parties—such as hotels—to honor their reservations, in which case all payments received to date will be refunded, which constitutes full settlement. Trek Travel is not responsible for expenses incurred in preparation for any canceled trips, such as airline tickets, or for costs that are incurred due to travel delays, flight cancellations, or illness. We strongly encourage Travel Protection for complete coverage.

We understand things happen in life and sometimes you have to cancel or change your tour.

Read our Cancellation Policy

Our Trip Consultants are available to assist and can answer your questions. Please call us at 866-464-8735.

Trek Travel recommends that you purchase a travel protection plan to help safeguard you and your travel investment against the unexpected. We offer a travel protection plan through Arch RoamRight that provides coverage for unforeseen events that could affect your ability to travel with us. Learn more about our Travel Protection

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Sharing the joy that comes with wow moments

Trek Travel guides are dedicated to making moments that last a lifetime, and we invite you to thank them with a trip gratuity. These are customary and at your own discretion, to recognize service, hospitality, and the little extras that surprise and delight. For this Signature trip, we recommend between $240-$300 per guest and, of course, you may choose to give more if your guides made your trip an unforgettable experience.

Like everything else about your vacation, the Trek Travel team is here to make this experience easier for you. While local currency is preferred, you may also tip through the following options:

Via PayPal (please have this account set up in advance when possible) or with your guest services representative on the phone before or after the trip.

Gratuities will be divided among the guide team, so feel free to leave your gratuity with whomever you choose at the end of your trip.

You cannot put a price on a wow. But you can show your thanks for an exceptional experience.

Didn't find what you were looking for? Check out our General FAQs section. You will find answers to the most common questions that don't necessarily pertain to a specific trip. See FAQs


Guaranteed Trips

Our trips are guaranteed to run once we have one confirmed booking on the trip. Click here to view our full guarantee policy.

Trek Travel reserves the right to cancel trips with zero guests, therefore you must book with Trek Travel before making travel arrangements for the trip. We are not responsible for travel arrangements made prior to confirming your Trek Travel Trip. Select trips are not guaranteed.

Sold Out/Waitlist

This trip is currently sold out, but you may be added to the waitlist in the case of availability.

Limited Availability

If a date is marked with Limited Availability, there are few spots left to book. We will secure additional rooms from our hotels before confirming your reservation.

Looking to travel with a small group? Ask our trip consultants about private trips and learn more.

What are your trip styles?

Classic - Reserve:

Savor the finer things as you relax in luxurious 5-star accommodations and wine, dine, and ride in some of the most unforgettable destinations around the world.

Classic - Signature:

Explore beautiful destinations by bike, enjoy extra inclusions, savor delicious local cuisine, and enjoy the perfect mix of accommodations.

Classic - Discovor:

Enjoy a casual cycling vacation with fantastic routes and comfortable accommodations.

Ride Camp:

Train like the pros in some of their favorite riding destinations.

Pro Race:

See the pros in action at the biggest cycling events of the year.

Cross Country:

Tackle an epic adventure that takes you point-to-point across mountains, countryside, and more.

Self-Guided

Enjoy a bike tour on your schedule with just your chosen travel companions.

Private

If a date is marked as Private, it is reserved for a private group.

Don’t see exactly what you are looking for or looking for a custom date?
Call our trip consultants at 866-464-8735

What is the Difference?

Ultimate Luxury:

Savor some of the most spectacular, 5-star properties in the world. Exuding luxury and elegance, these one-of-a-kind accommodations offer the chance to rejuvenate at award-winning spas, dine at Michelin-starred restaurants, and more.

Luxury:

Enjoy luxurious accommodations handpicked for a refined experience. From signature spa treatments to delicious local cuisine, you’ll be more than provided for; you’ll be pampered.

Explorer:

These handpicked hotels provide relaxation and fun in a casual and comfortable environment. Delicious cuisine and great service mix perfectly for a memorable stay.

Combined:

On select cycling vacations, you’ll stay at a mix of Explorer and Luxury hotels. Rest assured, no matter which hotel level you’re at, our trip designers carefully select every accommodation.

Activity Level

Level 1:

Road: 1-3 hours of riding. Up to 25 mi (40 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).

Gravel: 1-3 hours of riding. Up to 20 mi (35 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).

Hiking: 1-3 hours of hiking. Up to 5 mi (8 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).

Level 2:

Road: 2-4 hours of riding. 20-35 mi (35-60 km). Up to 2,500 ft (750 m).

Gravel: 2-4 hours of riding. 15-30 mi (25-45 km). Up to 2,000 ft (300 m).

Hiking: 2-4 hours of hiking. 4-8 mi (6-12 km). Up to 1,500 ft (450 m).

Level 3:

Road: 3-5 hours of riding. 25-55 mi (40-85 km). Up to 4,500 ft (1,500 m).

Gravel: 3-5 hours of riding. 20-40 mi (35-60 km). Up to 3,000 ft (900 m).

Hiking: 3-5 hours of hiking. 6-10 mi (9-16 km). Up to 2,000 ft (600 m).

Level 4:

Road: 4+ hours of riding. 40-70 mi (60-110 km). Up to 8,000 ft (2,400 m).

Gravel: 4+ hours of riding. 30-50 mi (45-80 km). Up to 4,000 ft (1,200 m).

Hiking: 4+ hours of hiking. 7-15 mi (11-24 km). Up to 4,000 ft (1,200 m).

What are your trip styles?

Classic - Reserve:

Savor the finer things as you relax in luxurious 5-star accommodations and wine, dine, and ride in some of the most unforgettable destinations around the world.

Classic - Signature:

Explore beautiful destinations by bike, enjoy extra inclusions, savor delicious local cuisine, and enjoy the perfect mix of accommodations.

Classic - Discover:

Enjoy a casual cycling vacation with fantastic routes and comfortable accommodations.

Ride Camp:

Train like the pros in some of their favorite riding destinations.

Pro Race:

See the pros in action at the biggest cycling events of the year.

Cross Country:

Tackle an epic adventure that takes you point-to-point across mountains, countryside, and more.

Self-Guided

Enjoy a bike tour on your schedule with just your chosen travel companions.

Single Occupancy

Sometimes it’s more convenient and comfortable to have your own room while on vacation. We understand and that’s why we offer a Single Occupancy option. The additional price guarantees a private room all to yourself