Tuscany & Maremma Family Biking
This Italian bicycling journey showcases two irresistible regions, each with its own distinct character, history and culinary tradition. Not only will your family get a taste of quintessential Tuscany, where the extraordinary beauty of daily life never fails to delight, you'll also enjoy an introduction to the rolling wheat fields, ancient woodland, marvelous medieval villages and unique landscapes of the Maremma. After grand days of exploring, savor hearty homespun cuisine and settle into charming hotels.
Days 1-2 Sovana
Meet in Orvieto 
Picnic in the thermal town of San Casciano dei Bagni, long acclaimed for the therapeutic properties of its waters Pedal along quiet roads past open fields, vineyards and farmland, accompanied by views of Monte Amiata - an extinct volcano and Tuscany's highest peak Join our local guide for a tour of the quaint town of Sovana, including its beautiful and historical piazza Kids carve tufa rock with a local artisan and relish a pizza dinner with the leaders Pedal through the cool woods surrounding Monte Civitella Visit the most important Etruscan necropolis, the Ildebranda Tombs Enjoy a walking tour and dinner in Pitigliano.
Days 3-4 Scansano
Bike to the thermal springs of Saturnia, known for healing properties Following your arrival in buttero (cowboy) territory, enjoy a tour of the stables and a BBQ dinner by the hotel's pool Pedal through wide-open land crosshatched by vineyards and dotted with an occasional farmhouse Work up an appetite for lunch in Magliano in Toscana and stroll along its well-preserved medieval walls 
Visit the Romanesque church of San Bruzio, in the middle of a vast olive grove.
Days 5-6 Capalbio
Experience the quiet side of Tuscany as you pedal through coastal flatlands and sail along some exhilarating downhill stretches Follow the coastline, past the Burano Lake Wildlife Reserve, a World Wildlife Foundation preserve for migratory birds Take a dip in the azure waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea before exploring the Gaudi-inspired open air museum of the sculptor Niki de Saint Phalle Savor a festive farewell dinner in the tiny medieval town of Capalbio, then get lost in its maze-like passageways Say goodbye over a beachside lunch with views of the Mediterranean.
A WARM WELCOME : Casual Inns
Ca' De' Principi (1 night): Set atop a verdant hillside, this magnificent 14th-century villa features a swimming pool and restaurant.
Sovana Hotel & Resort (1 night): An atmospheric albergo with inviting guest rooms, exposed-beam ceilings, terra-cotta tile floors and a large garden with a maze.
Antico Casale di Scansano (2 nights): This beautifully restored farmhouse set in the Maremma countryside offers a spa, swimming pool, stables and a riding school, and cozy well-appointed guest rooms.
Fattoria Le Guardiole (1 night): You'll feel right at home in the comfortable, elegantly decorated rooms of this inviting farming estate, set amid rolling hills and verdant vineyards.
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain
Day 1
- Level 1 2 Route Options Available
- 11, 13 miles
- 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 2
- Levels 1 to 5 3 Route Options Available
- 20, 35, 60 miles
- 1500 - 3000 feet elevation gain
Day 3
- Levels 1 to 4 4 Route Options Available
- 15, 26, 38, 43 miles
- 500 - 2000 feet elevation gain
Day 4
- Levels 1 to 4 3 Route Options Available
- 15, 33, 48 miles
- 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 5
- Levels 1 to 4 3 Route Options Available
- 20, 37, 42 miles
- 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 6
- Level 1 1 Route Option Available
- 11 miles
- 500 feet elevation gain
On this Family Trip, liberal van shuttling is incorporated into the itinerary to facilitate our activities and mileage is kept moderate to enable you to spend more time exploring on your own.
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 | ||
| Level 1 | 2-3 hours | 10-20 mile | 2-5 miles |
| Level 2 | 2-4 hours | 21-30 miles | 5-7 miles |
| Level 3 | 3-5 hours | 31-40 miles | 7-9 miles |
| Level 4 | 4-6 hours | 41-55 miles | 9-11 miles |
| Level 5 | 5-7+ hours | 56-75+ miles | 11-13+ miles |
Reserve early for the best available price. Prices may change during the course of the year--if they do change, the best prices are available earlier. Once you book your trip, your price is guaranteed.
Recommended Kids Ages
Minimum Ages:
Recommended minimum age for the trip: 9+ yearsMinimum age restrictions:
- Ride own bike: 9 years
General Info on Minimum Ages:
We strongly encourage families to join our Family Trips, designed with kid- and adult-friendly features. Please note that we have a minimum age requirement of 1 year for all Inn trips and 2 years for all Camping trips. Other than that, we do not restrict trips to a minimum age except in the rare case of a hotel age restriction. We do, however, recommend minimum ages based on the following criteria:
- 12+ cultural appreciation, difficulty of activities and route
- 9+ difficulty of activities and route
- 6+ several long adult dinners; parent may not be able to pull a Burley and/or there may be multiple activity restrictions
- 3+ riding is on bike paths, making it great for young kids; Burley and Piccolos are available; there are few or no activity restrictions; and no long dinners (or we offer alternatives)
Trip praise
A great way for families to discover the more rural part of Southern Tuscany by bike, this trip offers the varied terrain of classic Tuscan hills and the flatter terrain of the Maremma coast. Learning about the Etruscan history is fascinating for both kids and adults alike and visiting Pitigliano, built on the tufa cliffs, is an unforgettable highlight.- Regional Manager, Italian Trip Operations