Activity Level: Level 3
Terrain: Hilly
The terrain is consistently hilly. Every day's route will include climbing, as many of the towns you'll visit are perched atop them. Ascents are often upwards of three miles (five km) long and you'll climb short sections of steep grades (10-12%) each day. Additionally, while you can expect to encounter traffic at times, local drivers are accustomed to sharing the road with cyclists. Our Tuscany Self-Guided Bike Tour is best suited for our Level 3 Riders. For those eager to experience every mile but mindful of their physical limits, our electric bike option offers a comfortable and enjoyable solution. Level 4+ Riders will enjoy the extra mileage the avid route options offer.
Distance
Daily Average
26 miles | 42 kilometers
Total
132 miles | 212 kilometers
Elevation
Daily Average
2,432 feet | 741 meters
Total
12,159 feet | 3,706 meters
There are a variety of non-riding options on this trip for riders who want to take the afternoon off or travel companions who want to spend little or no time in the saddle. Non-riders are welcome on a Self-Guided trip if they are staying in the same room with a riding guest. Non-riders will be offered a $500 discount from the trip price. Please contact a trip consultant for details and to book a non-riding companion. Some of these options may need to be scheduled before your trip—please contact one of our Trip Consultants for more information. Except as specified in the itinerary, expenses and transportation to these activities are not included in the trip price. Some non-riding options on this trip are:
- Shop and explore the medieval villages of Pienza , San Quirico, Montalcino, and Montepulciano
- Relax by the pool in the hotel's beautiful gardens
- Stroll through quaint medieval villages
- Enjoy a wine tasting of the renowned Brunello wine in the heart of Montalcino
- Experience an olive oil tasting tour
- Take a traditional Tuscan cuisine cooking class
On a self-guided tour you need to feel comfortable changing a flat, as this is a common event when cycling. All self-guided trips include Ride With GPS, an app which is like having a personal guide in your pocket! You'll get turn-by-turn directions and navigation along with local recommendations. In the rare case of a bicycle breakdown or mechanical issue beyond a simple repair, your Ride With GPS app will have your full itinerary with detailed contact information with emergency phone numbers to call for assistance. Learn more about our Self-Guided Bike Tours.
- Ride With GPS app loaded with up to three daily route options
- Turn-by-turn directions and recommendations pinned on a map
- Emergency phone numbers and local highlights