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Strade Bianche Bike Tour 2024

The famed race on the white gravel roads of Tuscany

Immerse yourself in the thrill of pro racing's premier event, the Strade Bianche bike tour in Italy. Be prepared to experience epic battles and exhilarating attacks on steep climbs and those famous white, gravel roads. Combine exciting race action with biking through Tuscany's picturesque landscapes and renowned wines, making this a must-visit destination. Witness the spectacle of dust-covered pro riders conquering a grueling 125-mile journey on race day then challenge yourself in the demanding Terre di Siena Gran Fondo, supported by our expert guides. Enjoy Trek Travel's exclusive viewing area beneath Siena's majestic spires. It's extraordinary adventure blending world-class cycling, breathtaking vistas, and unforgettable moments. Don't miss your chance to be part of the remarkable Strade Bianche experience. Book your trip with confidence »
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Challenge yourself on the Strade Bianche Gran Fondo with the support of your Trek Travel guides
Enjoy a live pro race viewing and feel the excitement at the finish in the Piazza del Campo in Siena
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This was the best vacation ever, we still talk about it all the time. Getting to see the race and racers up close and getting to ride their routes besides, was something I never thought possible. And having everything taken care of - all we had to do was show up. That was incredible.
-Laurie, Trek Travel Guest

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Buongiorno! Your Trek Travel guides will meet you in Florence at 11:00 AM on the first day of your Strade Bianche bike tour. A one-hour shuttle 
will bring you to Hotel Athena in the beautiful town of Siena, your new home for the next four nights. After a light lunch, your guides will discuss bike safety and specific cycling tips for riding in Tuscany before familiarizing you with your Trek Checkpoint and ensuring a comfortable fit. Then it's time to take to the open road and warm up your legs as you spin through rolling woodlands and enjoy your first expansive Tuscan vistas. Tonight, we'll enjoy a social hour and dinner overlooking the picturesque valleys below and toast to the exciting days ahead.

Today's Ride:

Siena Loop
Approximately 32 mi | 52 km and 3,400 ft | 1,030 m

Hotel:

Hotel Athena

Included Meals:

Lunch | Social Hour | Dinner

Strade bianche is Italian for "white roads," and today we'll test our wheels on these famed routes for the first time. The name comes from the color of the dry limestone gravel that lifts into a fine white dust that lingers along the race course. We'll ride on the traditional L’Eroica course, which starts in the town of Gaiole and covers some of the most beautiful roads in the area of Chianti, winding among historic vineyards leading to the cypress-lined entrance of Castello di Brolio. You'll feel like a pro today as our guides support you in a battle against the same steep climbs that challenge the world's best.

Today's Ride:

Siena to Gaiole Loop
Approximately 50 mi | 81 km and 4,890 ft | 1,490 m

Short Option:

Siena to Gaiole with Shuttle
Approximately 24 mi | 38 km and 2,680 ft | 816 m

Hotel:

Hotel Athena

Included Meals:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Today you will live the race like a true Italian cycling fan. The 122-mile Strade Bianche race begins and ends in Siena, with a grand finish at Piazza del Campo, with 28 miles of white gravel roads along the route. We'll start our morning on bikes and get 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, we'll ride back 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.

Today's Ride:

Ride to the race course
Approximately 19 mi | 30 km and 1,480 ft | 450 m

Today's Activity:

Live Race Viewing at the finish of the UCI "Le Strade Bianche"

Hotel:

Hotel Athena

Included Meals:

Breakfast | Lunch

Did all of that live race action give you inspiration to test your own legs? Today is your chance to tackle this Tuscan classic at the Terre di Siena Gran Fondo, a dusty challenge you can choose to ride for your best time or at your own pace. We'll begin in the center of Siena for the start of the Gran Fondo, where you'll pin on your number for a true Italian cycling adventure. The route of the Gran Fondo is the same as the Women’s Elite route — a twisty and undulating course, with no long climbs but with punchy hills, most significantly on the unpaved parts. There are roughly 20 miles of gravel roads on the Gran Fondo course and around 12 miles for the Medio Fondo. The finish line is at Piazza del Campo, where a huge crowd welcomes the arrival of all participants. Tonight, we will dine together and relive the day over a hearty dinner in our guides' favorite restaurant. Cheers to an unforgettable Strade Bianche bike tour!

Today's Ride:

Strade Bianche Gran Fondo
Approximately 86 mi | 139 km and 6,560 ft | 2,000 m

Short Option:

Strade Bianche Medio Fondo
Approximately 54 mi | 87 km and 4,430 ft | 1350 m

Hotel:

Hotel Athena

Included Meals:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

It’s sadly 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. Or choose to linger a while over a hot cappuccino and enjoy a leisurely morning at the hotel. After breakfast, the group will shuttle back to Hotel Albani in Florence.

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Hotels

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Hotel Athena

Siena, Italy

Explorer Accommodation | This 4-star hotel is nestled among the heart of Siena's old town, with the cathedral and Piazza del Campo only steps away. It has been designed with comfort and rustic sensibility in mind, and each room comes equipped with a range of modern amenities and a luxurious feel. Enjoy panoramic views of the Tuscan countryside from a rooftop terrace adjacent to the hotel bar.

What's Included

For us, the details matter most

Every moment of a Trek Travel pro race bike trip has more than you could have ever dreamed of. More romance. More scenery. More choice. It's the little additions to every Trek Travel cycling vacation that make it truly special. And that's how we help you create more memories.

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Trek Checkpoint SLR 7

Take on the challenge of gravel with the knowledge that you are riding the best gravel bike in the business. With a high performance frame designed to be nimble yet stable, and the smoothing effect of rear IsoSpeed technology, it will let you ride with ease on any type of surface. The rugged drivetrain allows you to enjoy smooth and reliable shifting no matter the terrain. It also features Shimano hydraulic disc brakes for predictable and safe stopping power wherever you go. The 45mm tubeless gravel tires will give you confidence to tackle any bump in the road. If you want to escape the concrete, and adventure unpaved, let this bike take you there. Learn More

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Four nights of accommodation at handpicked hotels
  • Two experienced guides to provide local knowledge, support, and camaraderie
  • Daily route support with both guides and our support van
  • Daily breakfast, four lunches, and three dinners
  • Two social hours of drinks and hors d'oeuvres
  • Ride a Trek Checkpoint SLR 7
  • Up to three daily route options on riding days
  • Snacks and drinks for each day's ride
  • Trek Travel Santini cycling jersey and socks to keep
  • Lidl-Trek pro team kit to keep
  • Trek Travel water bottles to keep
  • Cinch sack day bag to keep
  • Each bike is equipped with a Garmin Edge 1030 GPS computer, a flat pack (containing a tube, levers, and a CO2 cartridge with inflator), front and rear Bontrager Flare R lights, a Bontrager saddle, and pedals (Shimano clipless road pedals, Shimano clipless mountain pedals, caged, or flat pedals)
  • Bontrager WaveCel helmets
  • All gratuities for drivers, local experts, and hospitality staff
  • All luggage transfers and transportation during your trip
  • A digital photo album of your trip
  • Entrance fees for all activities, private tours, and events

GEAR

  • Trek Checkpoint SLR 7 carbon gravel bike with Shimano GRX electronic shifting and Bontrager carbon wheels
  • Trek Travel Santini cycling jersey and socks to keep
  • Lidl-Trek pro team kit to keep
  • Trek Travel water bottles to keep
  • Shimano clipless road pedals, Shimano clipless mountain pedals, caged, or flat pedals
  • Bontrager WaveCel helmet
  • Bontrager men's and women's specific saddles
  • Bontrager front and rear Flare R lights
  • A flat pack containing a tube, levers, and a CO2 cartridge with inflator
  • Garmin Edge 1030 GPS computer
  • Cinch sack day bag to keep
  • Coupon valued up to $500 off a new Trek Bicycle. Your coupon will be delivered via email prior to your trip.
  • For the most comfortable ride, you may choose to bring your own pedals, saddle, and helmet on the trip. Your guides will install your gear on the first day during your bike fit.

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

Guide gratuities are customary and at your own discretion, to recognize service, hospitality, and the little extras that surprise and delight. For this trip, we recommend $350-$400 per guest. While local currency is preferred, there are other options to make tipping easier. Most guides accept gratuity via PayPal or our staff can help 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. 
  • Airfare and transportation to and from the trip pick-up/drop-off locations
  • Lodging before and after the trip
  • Personal items purchased during the trip
  • Optional activities not scheduled by Trek Travel
  • On select trips some meals are not included. On these trips, Trek Travel invites you to explore the local cuisine at your leisure.

More Information

Rider Level: 3/4 - Active/Avid?

AVERAGE DAILY MILEAGE:
75 kilometers / 47 miles
TOTAL MILES:
302 kilometers / 187 miles
AVERAGE DAILY ELEVATION:
1,242 meters / 4,082 feet
TOTAL ELEVATION:
4,970 meters / 16,330 feet
TERRAIN: HILLY
The terrain is consistently rolling, with quiet, narrow, and winding roads. The Strade Bianche course is on gravel roads with steep climbs. Our Strade Bianche bike tour is best suited for Type 3/4 Riders.
NON-RIDING ACTIVITIES:
On most Trek Travel trips, we offer non-riding options for riders who want to take the afternoon off or travel companions who want to spend little or no time in the saddle. Some of these options may need to be scheduled before your trip–please contact one of our Trip Consultants for more information. Expenses and/or related transportation to these activities may not be included in the trip price. Some non-riding options on our Strade Bianche bike tour are:
  • Take in the exciting atmosphere of the race in the center of Siena
  • Discover why Tuscan wines and olive oils are so renowned during our private wine tasting
  • Explore the historic center of Siena, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Take a cooking class in Siena and enjoy gourmet Tuscan cuisine

See itinerary for specific daily ride distances and elevation options. On all of our vacations, Trek Travel seeks to find quiet, paved secondary roads or bike paths to experience a region; busy roads are avoided as much as possible. Our itineraries are an approximation of our trips. Trek Travel strives to offer every guest a vacation of a lifetime on every trip. At times routes, hotels, activities, etc. listed here may change at the discretion of the trip designer or guides to improve the trip experience.

Averages and totals are calculated from our "Avid Ride" options.

Travel Details

How to Get There

FLY INTO:
Amerigo Vespucci Airport (FLR)
MEETING TIME:
11:00 AM
MEETING LOCATION:
Via Fiume, 12, 50123, Florence, Italy

Say Farewell

FLY OUT OF:
Amerigo Vespucci Airport (FLR)
DEPARTING TIME:
11:30 AM
DEPARTING LOCATION:
Via Fiume, 12, 50123, Florence, Italy

Arriving

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 three miles from the town center. You can take a taxi (for approximately 20 euros) directly to the hotel or a bus, which departs hourly.

Rome and Milan also offer flight options. 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 takes one and a half hours and costs between 45-65 euros one way per person. In Florence, taxis are available to take you to your hotel. Taxi service is available from Rome Fiumicino Airport to central Rome for around 50 euros.

Your Trek Travel guides will meet you on Via Fiume, 12, 50123, Florence, Italy, in front of the Hotel Albani at 11:00 AM on the first day of the trip. A one-hour shuttle 
will bring you to the Hotel Athena in the beautiful town of Siena, your home for the next four nights. After a light lunch, your guides will discuss the rules of bike safety and specific cycling tips before familiarizing you with your Trek Domane and ensuring a comfortable fit. Then it's time to take to the open road and warm up your legs as you spin through rolling woodlands and enjoy your first expansive Tuscan vistas.

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 and leave a message with your expected arrival time and contact details.

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Leaving

You will say farewell to your guides at 10:00 AM at the Hotel Athena. You’ll depart by private shuttle for Hotel Albani, 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 three miles 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.

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Planning For Your Trip

Packing and Weather

The Italians say that March is pazzerello, or “somewhat crazy.“ It could be a proper winter month with cold, windy, and often rainy days or it could be the first month of spring, with warm and sunny days. Average temperatures range between 40-60 degrees Fahrenheit. High wind warnings are not unusual. Dress in layers, and be prepared for temperature shifts between daytime and evening. Plus, make sure to bring wet-weather gear just in case. Packing List

Before and After Your Trip

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Before & After: Florence, Italy

Florence is the majestic heart of Renaissance art and intellect. Several days can be spent wandering the streets in the shadow of Brunelleschi’s Duomo and strolling beside the Arno. Along with the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio, the Uffizi gallery, a pillar of the Renaissance and Medici eras, merits a visit. Michelangelo's David in the Galleria dell’Arte is not to be missed. Keep in mind while exploring Florence that opening hours vary and are quite often inconsistent. Different museums are open on different days and lines can be very long. It’s worthwhile to pay a few extra euros and pre-book your tickets—this will enable you to bypass long lines of visitors at the entrances. We recommend the following accommodations for your pre- and post-trip hotel.

Why Trek Travel

Our Bikes

Our unrivaled selection of Trek Bikes sets the bar for quality and comfort. From the ultra-smooth Trek Domane SL 7 to the Trek Electric-Assist Verve+, you deserve the best ride on your vacation. Plus, we offer a range upgrade options to take you the extra mile.

Our Guides

Our guides are trained to make your trip magical. They aren't just experts in riding; they're trained in delivering uncompromising service in ways you won't believe. We know that it's the unexpected surprises that make a trip magical. That's why our guides pride themselves on anticipating your needs before you ask.

Your Day. You Decide.

Our vacations are built to deliver the ultimate in flexibility, from extreme relaxers to hard-core roadies. You pick your mileage, itinerary and experiences. We take care of the rest.

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