A WARM WELCOME: Premiere Inns
Borgo Casabianca
Asciano (2 nights): An elegant rural estate nestled on a high ridge offering a swimming pool, tennis court and views of the Chiana Valley.
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Lodging
Route Rating Level 2 to Level 5
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All meals included.
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Meet / Depart
Florence, Italy
Special Interest
Cooking, Culture & History, Fine Wine & Cuisine, Romance &/or Honeymoon, Swim
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Tuscany Biking
Three-Day Getaway South of Siena
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Allow us to introduce you to our heavenly "second home" - for nearly two decades, we've lived, worked and played amid the rolling hills and sun-drenched vineyards of southern Tuscany, and are pleased to put our inside knowledge to work in giving you the most in-depth Tuscan three-day getaway. It's ideal for a quick and carefree escape from the big-city bustle of Rome and Florence, or a great way add a little something extra to the beginning or end of a longer Backroads vacation. Or perhaps you're new to bike touring and would simply like to try it out before doing a week-long trip. No matter what, we think you'll adore this intimate introduction to life in serene southern Tuscany.
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Days 1-3 Asciano
Meet in Florence and journey to San Pancrazio 
Embark on an idyllic ride through gently rolling woodland to our lunch spot in Castello di Gargonza Continue to our hotel, which rests in the heart of the Crete Senesi (Sienese Crests), a region of starkly beautiful chalk hills Lounge at Casabianca's luxurious pool before a Tuscan aperitivo and delicious welcome dinner Head out on your bike for a spin to Castelnuovo Berardenga in Tuscany's famed Chianti Classico region Pedal through a quintessentially Tuscan tableau of cypress trees, pines and olive groves into the hills south of Siena to the Abbey of Monte Oliveto Maggiore If the evening is warm, enjoy dinner al fresco Follow undulating roads to Pienza, one of the region's architectural gems, and linger in the Piazza Pio II, with its classically inspired Duomo and stately Palazzo Piccolomini Sample savory pecorino toscano cheese at an exclusive visit to an agriturismo near Pienza 
Continue to Montepulciano, Italy's highest hill town, and discover its hidden squares, Renaissance palaces and churches Arrive in the ancient village of Bagno Vignoni, famous for its thermal waters The steaming sulfur piscina (bath), located in the main square has been used since Roman times and was once frequented by members of the Medici family Enjoy a quick shower at the day spa here before shuttling back to Florence.
Route Rating What's this? Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. Each offers options for more or less activity, so you can decide exactly how much you want to do day by day.
Lodging What's
this? Our lodgings are divided into three different categories.
Premiere Inns:These lodgings possess both elegance and authentic
regional flair.
Casual Inns:These lodgings are comfortable and appropriate to the
areawith such characteristics as authenticity, scenic settings and
proximity to our activities.
Deluxe Camping:We set up the tents (and take them down), handle every
camp chore and perform culinary magic.
Guest Trip Reviews
A perfect sample of the best that Tuscany has to offer! We have selected a fantastic hotel and packed three days of great riding on our favorite Tuscan roads. Without a doubt, this trip delivers more than just a 'taste' of Tuscany...it is a perfect introduction to Tuscany's beautiful landscape, savory cuisine, rich history and warm hospitality.- Regional Manager, Europe
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Tuscany Biking
Tuscany Biking
Route Rating
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain
Day 1
- Level 2 1 Route Option Available
- 29 miles
- 2000 feet elevation gain
Day 2
- Levels 4 to 5 3 Route Options Available
- 40, 54, 66 miles
- 1700 - 3500 feet elevation gain
Day 3
- Levels 2 to 3 2 Route Options Available
- 25, 40 miles
- 1300 - 1600 feet elevation gain
Trips For All Abilities
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
| Activity Level | Average Time | Average Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biking | Walking & Hiking |
||
| 1 | 2-3 hours |
10-20 miles |
2-5 miles |
| 2 | 2-4 hours |
21-30 miles |
5-7 miles |
| 3 | 3-5 hours |
31-40 miles |
7-9 miles |
| 4 | 4-6 hours |
41-55 miles |
9-11 miles |
| 5 | 5-7+ hours |
56-75+ miles |
11-13+ miles |