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Trip Itinerary
Join the ultimate pro race cycling tour in Italy with rare access to Lidl-Trek’s pro teams and unforgettable gravel rides through Tuscany.
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Where to Arrive
Airport:
Florence Airport (FLR)
Pick-up location:
Via Fiume, 12, 50123, Florence, Italy
Pick-up time:
11:00 AM
Where to Depart
Airport:
Florence Airport (FLR)
Drop-off location:
Via Fiume, 12, 50123, Florence, Italy
Drop-off time:
11:30 PM
Additional Arrival Information
We suggest that you arrive at least one day prior to the start of your Strade Bianche cycling tour, which will enable you to adjust to the time zone and minimize the risk of missing the trip start due to flight-related delays. We recommend that you fly into Florence’s Amerigo Vespucci Airport (FLR). The Florence airport is about 3 miles (under 5 km) from the town center. You can take a taxi (for approximately 20€) directly to the hotel or a bus, which departs hourly.
Rome also offers flight options. To get to Florence from Rome’s Fiumicino Airport (FCO), you may take a direct train to Rome’s central station, Roma Termini. Follow the “Stazione/Railway Station” signs. Trains depart twice hourly. Tickets can be purchased at a Biglietteria office or from ticket machines. All tickets must be validated before getting on the train: do this by stamping your ticket at the yellow boxes near the platform. The ride takes 30 minutes. From Roma Termini, transfer to a train for Florence. The Eurostar trains depart frequently and are the quickest. The trip to Florence takes one and a half hours and costs between 45-65€ one way per person. Taxis are available from the Florence train station to take you to your hotel. Taxi service is available from Rome Fiumicino Airport to central Rome for around 50€.
Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at Via Fiume, 12, 50123, Florence, Italy, directly in front of the Hotel Albani at 11:00 AM on the first day of the trip. Please wait here to meet your Trek Travel guide. A one-hour shuttle will bring you to the Hotel Athena in the beautiful town of Siena, your home for the next five nights. After a light lunch, Siena is yours to explore!
If you will be late for the pick-up or are going to miss it altogether, please inform your guides. You will receive an email a week before the trip starts with their names and contact details. If you cannot reach them, please call the Hotel Athena (+39 0 577 286 313) and leave a message with your expected arrival time and contact details.
Additional Departure Information
You will say farewell to your guides at 10:00 AM at the Hotel Athena. You’ll depart by private shuttle for Via Fiume, 12 (in front of Hotel Albani) in Florence, arriving close to 11:30 AM. The hotel is a five-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella train station where trains connect to many European cities. Please do not book seats before 1:00 PM to ensure enough time for arrival. The airport in Florence (FLR) is 3 miles (under 5 km) from the city. You can reach it by train, taxi, or shuttle bus; please do not schedule a flight prior to 3:00 PM. Visit www.TrenItalia.com for train information.
Welcome to Siena!
Overview
Buongiorno! Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at Via Fiume 12, just outside Hotel Albani in Florence, at 11:00 AM to kick off your Strade Bianche bike tour. From there, a one-hour shuttle brings you to Hotel Athena in the heart of Siena—your home for the next five nights. Settle in for the afternoon with a coffee in the iconic Piazza del Campo, or wander through the city’s winding streets to discover treasures like the breathtaking Siena Cathedral (Duomo di Siena). Whether you linger at a café or dive into its history, this medieval gem is yours to enjoy at your own pace. This evening, we’ll enjoy a short 10‑minute stroll to one of our favorite Siena bistros, where we’ll kick off the week with a delicious meal and wonderful new friends.
Hotel
Hotel Athena
Meals included
Lunch | Social Hour | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
Pre-race stories with the Lidl-Trek Women’s and Men’s Teams
Meet the pros, hear race stories from the white roads, and enjoy a relaxed social hour—just before they take on Strade Bianche.
Hiking Options
Hike Option 1
TODAY'S ACTIVITY:
Social hour with members of the Lidl-Trek Team
Discover the famous Brunello di Montalcino wine at Cantina del Brunello
Overview
While our riding companions set off on their adventure, a different kind of journey awaits you. Spend a leisurely morning soaking up Siena, then join our local friends at Cantina del Brunello. Here, Federico will welcome you into the heart of Tuscany, sharing his passion for Brunello di Montalcino and rare Italian wines. Savor a guided tasting, where each glass tells the story of the land, the people, and centuries-old winemaking traditions. After your tasting, enjoy a leisurely lunch at a local bistro. Then it’s back to the hotel to relax, refresh, and share stories with your fellow riders about the day’s adventures. The evening is yours to enjoy. Wander Siena’s cobbled streets, enjoy a well-deserved aperitivo, or simply take it all in over a delicious Italian dinner at a restaurant of your choice.
Hotel
Hotel Athena
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch
Highlight of the Day
Cantina del Brunello
Step into Cantina del Brunello, a family-run gem since 1995, and savor Brunello wines with history in every sip.
Activities
Activity 1
TODAY'S ACTIVITY:
Wine Tasting at Cantina del Brunello
Activity 2
TODAY'S ACTIVITY:
Social hour with members of the Lidl-Trek Team
Create the tastes of Tuscany with a hands-on cooking class
Overview
This morning, after a leisurely breakfast, you'll join a local cooking class and roll up your sleeves for a hands-on culinary experience. Learn to make fresh gnocchi, Tuscan pici, tortelli, and the star of the show—authentic tiramisù—from scratch, guided by expert chefs in a professional kitchen. Once your creations are ready, sit down to enjoy everything you’ve made together in the warm, inviting atmosphere of Trattoria Fonte Giusta. Tonight, gather at the hotel for a relaxed dinner to swap stories from the day, savor local flavors, and toast to a memorable hands-on culinary adventure.
Hotel
Hotel Athena
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
Trattoria Fonte Giusta
Get hands-on in Siena, crafting fresh pasta and mastering the art of tiramisù in a fun, immersive cooking class.
Activities
Activity 1
TODAY'S ACTIVITY:
Morning cooking class and lunch at Trattoria Fonte Giusta
Witness the women's and men's Strade Bianche races en route with an exclusive finale in Siena
Overview
Today you will live the race like a true Italian cycling fan. The 133-mile (215 km) Strade Bianche race begins and ends in Siena, with a grand finish at Piazza del Campo, and roughly 40 miles (63 km) of white gravel roads along the route. You'll shuttle with your guides to the first gravel section, where we'll wait for the women's race to pass by and then move on to see the men's peloton on another strategic gravel section. After the on-course viewing, you'll shuttle to Siena, where we'll enjoy lunch, soak up the race atmosphere, and watch coverage of the last approaching sections on TV at our exclusive Trek Travel viewing spot in the center of Siena on the Piazza del Campo. Then, it's time to join the fun and witness the finale right before our eyes as the race finishes in the square. After an exciting day of race viewing, this beautiful town is yours to discover and enjoy dinner at your leisure.
Hotel
Hotel Athena
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch
Highlight of the Day
Finish viewing at Piazza del Campo
Enjoy the dramatic finale of the Strade Bianche Pro Race race and electric atmosphere in one of Europe's greatest medieval squares in beautiful Siena.
Wander through Siena like a local with a private walking tour
Overview
While our riding companions tackle the Fondo, spend the morning with our friend Claudia on a guided tour through Siena. A lifelong Sienese, she’ll share stories, hidden streets, and insider secrets. Afterwards, return to the hotel to relax or explore the city like a local, browsing colorful shops and lively streets. Later, gather at Piazza del Campo to cheer on the riders as they cross the finish line, greeted by a festive crowd. Tonight, join the group for a hearty dinner at our guides’ favorite restaurant, swapping stories and toasting to an unforgettable Strade Bianche experience.
Hotel
Hotel Athena
Meals included
Breakfast | Social Hour | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
Featured Meal | Savor Tuscan flavors at a festive dinner
Enjoy absolutely divine fresh pasta served with wild boar or truffle sauce. A flavor paradise for your taste buds.
Activities
Activity 1
TODAY'S ACTIVITY:
Historic walking tour of Siena with our local friend, Claudia
Enjoy a relaxed morning and take in the final Tuscan moments
Overview
It’s time to bid farewell to Tuscany. Rise bright and early this morning to make the most of the stunning light and watch a bright new day rise over the Tuscan countryside from the hotel terrace. Take a stroll through Siena's cobbled alleys or choose to linger a while over a hot cappuccino and enjoy a leisurely morning at the hotel. At 10:00 AM, you'll say farewell to your guides at the hotel before boarding a private shuttle back to Hotel Albani in Florence.
Meals included
Breakfast
Highlight of the Day
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
Trek Travel offers three hotel levels to match your style. Luxury hotels provide elegant, thoughtful touches with exceptional hospitality. Explorer hotels blend modern amenities with local charm in unique settings. Comfort hotels are casual and conveniently located near Trek Travel activities.
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).
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).
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).
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).
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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