Tuscany - Val D'Orcia and Chianti

This Magnifica tour visits some of Tuscany’s iconic destinations and is filled with culture and authentic beauty. While Tuscany does not need any presentation, it never disappoints. The area south of Florence, between Siena and Val d’Orcia, will set the stage for our exploration by bike. Remember that you can ride as little or as much as you want, or take the day off altogether. We start in Cortona, the delightful hill town made famous by Frances Mayes in her bestselling novel, Under the Tuscan Sun. We’ll then move to the countryside in the outskirts of Pienza. You will visit medieval hilltop towns, abbeys, and wineries. Siena is the embodiment of a medieval city and it will be our grand finale. In the Chianti region, you will explore part of the production area with a visit to the Brolio Winery (the “inventors” of Chianti). We should also mention that this area has been known since Roman times for its thermal springs and we will take advantage of that.

Not sure if you can do it? Contact us to schedule a call about how demanding the rides are or about reserving and E-bike.

Highlights

• Two important wine regions: Chianti and Val d'Orcia
• UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Val d’Orcia and Siena
• Villages of Pienza and Montepulciano
• Stunning cycling along rolling hills covered with vineyards and quaint medieval villages
• The thermal spa of Rapolano Terme
• Some of the best regional food in Italy
• Crete Senesi
• Cortona, the village featured in “Under the Tuscan Sun”
• Private wine tasting at Castello di Brolio