Strade Bianche Bike Tour 2025

Witness the famed pro race on the white gravel roads of Tuscany

Tour Duration

5 Days / 4 Nights

Trip Style

Gravel, Pro Race

Activity Level

Level 3, Level 4

Hotel Level

Explorer

Bikes

Trek Checkpoint SLR 7

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Immerse yourself in the exhilarating world of pro racing with the Strade Bianche bike tour in Italy, the pinnacle event for cycling enthusiasts.

Be prepared to experience epic battles and exhilarating attacks on steep climbs and those famous white, gravel roads. Combine exciting race action with world-class cycling 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. As an Official Tour Operator, only Trek Travel can offer this premier cycling race with private access to the Lidl-Trek team and an exclusive viewing area beneath Siena's majestic spires. Don't miss your chance to be part of the remarkable Strade Bianche experience. Place a deposit to reserve your spot for Strade Bianche 2026 here». Official Tour Operator of the 2024 Strade Bianche Official Tour Operator of the 2024 Tour de France

Trip Wows

  • Challenge yourself on the Strade Bianche Gran Fondo with the unmatched support of your expert Trek Travel guides

  • Experience the thrill of a live pro race viewing and feel the electrifying finish at Piazza del Campo in Siena

  • Ride the iconic L'Eroica Course, celebrated for its vintage cycling race and breathtaking views

  • Tackle the legendary white gravel roads from the seat of the adventure-ready Trek Checkpoint SLR

  • Get exclusive behind-the-scenes access with Lidl-Trek's Pro Team—an insider's experience like no other!

Lidl-Trek

Meet the Lidl-Trek Pro Riders

We are excited to offer you a truly special experience: the opportunity to meet and interact with the Team Lidl-Trek!

What Guests are Saying

Awesome trip which was the result of knowledgeable and entertaining guides. They clearly did their homework and site prep to ensure we were safe and well accommodated along the trip. The rides where challenging and rewarding. Food was amazing!

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Darren, Trek Travel Guest

I signed up very impulsively and had no idea what I was getting myself into. The trip turned out to be truly fantastic. The prep rides in Tuscany were so fun. It was the perfect warm up for the Gran Fondo. The two guides were top notch. New Domane bikes with disc brakes and 32mm tires were the perfect setup for the area. We met many of the pros and they gave us tips on how to perform on our race day. The Gran Fondo had over 5,000 riders but the race is really well organized and you roll out pretty smoothly. The route is well marshalled and well marked. The private Trek Travel rest stops were fully stocked with fuel. Strade Bianche is great on it's own. With Trek Travel it was beyond memorable.

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Rick W (Vision Quest Coaching), Trek Travel Guest

Solo rider on a gravel road with Tuscan landscape in background.

Great Ride

Strade Bianche Gran Fondo

Race fully supported on the beautiful white roads around Siena with 5,000 other cycling fans. The Gran Fondo follows most of the route of the Strade Bianche pro race.

Dates & Pricing

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Itinerary
Activity Information
Hotels
Hotel room in Athena hotel in Siena
Siena, Italy
Hotel Athena
Explorer

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 simple comfort 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.

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Bikes & Gear
Ride the Best Bikes in the Industry
Trek Checkpoint SLR 7 Gravel bike Gravel
Trek Checkpoint SLR 7

Ride with confidence on the best gravel bike in the business, featuring a high-performance frame designed to be nimble yet stable, and the smoothing effect of IsoSpeed technology. Shimano hydraulic disc brakes provide safe stopping, and with the electronic Shimano GRX Di2 drivetrain, you’re set for smooth shifting on any terrain. Enjoy all the bumps in the road with robust 45mm tubeless tires. The Checkpoint SLR 7 will take you on big adventures beyond the pavement.

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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.

Additional Gear
  • Trek Travel Santini cycling jersey to keep
  • Trek Travel Santini cycling socks to keep
  • Lidl-Trek Pro Team Santini cycling kit to keep
  • Trek Travel water bottle to keep
  • Cinch sack day bag to keep
  • Garmin Edge 1030 GPS computer with pre-loaded routes
  • Bontrager front and rear Flare R lights
  • A flat pack containing a tube, levers, and a CO2 cartridge with inflator
  • Choice of Shimano SPD-SL road style pedals, Shimano SPD mountain style pedals, caged, or flat pedals
  • Bontrager helmet
  • Bontrager saddle
  • 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.
A collage of cycling gear guests will use on a Trek Travel Pro Race Bike Tour.
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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:

  • The Trek Travel Race Trip Difference: As Lidl-Trek’s Official Hospitality Partner, Trek Travel will deliver you to the world’s biggest races like you’ve only dreamed, and you can ride a Trek Checkpoint SL 7 Disc bike with us on the very same routes just hours before the pros. Learn about our Race Trip Difference.
  • Our itineraries are created with the best information we have available to us at the time. Unforeseen events can affect the race, the race course, and this itinerary. Access to VIP areas and race viewings can require early morning starts, shuttles and delays in race traffic. The routes, timing, hotels, activities, etc. listed here may change at the discretion of the trip designer or guides in order to maximize the trip experience.
  • Weather in Italy during March is notoriously unpredictable, so it’s best to be prepared for anything! It can feel like a proper winter month, very cold with a chance of rainy days, or like the first month of spring, characterized by warm and sunny days. We highly recommend bringing a range of clothing and cycling gear to accommodate all possibilities.
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

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. View our Packing List

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

We've collaborated with a specialized travel agency committed to delivering tailored vacation planning, ensuring your entire Trek Travel journey is nothing short of unforgettable. Learn more about our Travel Services

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 Pro Race trip, we recommend between $350-$400 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 Gravel FAQs

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