Tuscany Wine Country Bike Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16+ (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

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Tuscany Wine Country Bike Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16+ (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

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We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.

Activity Levels None (White)

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Luxury Hotels

5 nights, Luxury Hotels

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2026: Sep 2027: May-Jun, Sep-Oct

From $6,799 - $7,499/person

Cuisine, Culture & Chianti in the Heart of Italy

Tuscany is more than a drop-in destination, it’s a place to take the long way round. Ride along cypress-lined roads with vineyard views around every bend, then unwind with world-class wine, memorable meals and stays in welcoming countryside estates.

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Highlights

  • Bike our favorite Tuscan roads as we wind our way from the cypress-lined ridges of Chianti to the stark, sculpted hills of the Crete Senesi and beyond
  • Wander hilltop towns like San Gimignano and Siena, where medieval skylines and lively piazzas set the scene
  • Taste acclaimed regional wines like Chianti Classico and Vernaccia in the very wineries where they’re produced
  • Soak up Italy’s old-world Renaissance beauty in the historic villages of Radda and Gaiole in Chianti
  • Unwind at handpicked hotels that capture the best of Tuscany, from an elegantly restored 12th-century castle to a serene hilltop estate
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Start Arezzo

End Florence

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Days 1-3

Description

Embark on a quintessential Tuscan adventure, riding scenic routes in the Chianti Classico wine region • Spin through the rolling countryside and take in the sweeping vistas—you’ll soon realize why this is one of the most famous regions in the world • Sample local specialties at an organic agriturismo before biking past olive orchards and vineyards • Take time to relax at our hotel, a countryside manor home with an outdoor pool and extensive wellness facilities • Ride into the heart of Chianti, passing through legendary wine villages like Gaiole and Castelnuovo Berardenga • Cycle through the Crete Senesi, an area known for its lunar landscape • Explore Siena’s medieval back streets and grand Piazza del Campo, home to Italy’s most important horse race, Il Palio • Learn the nuances of Tuscany’s renowned red wines at an exclusive sommelier-led tasting.

Accommodations
Hotel Le Fontanelle

(3 nights, Luxury Hotel)

Nights 1-3

Hotel Le Fontanelle
Castelnuovo Berardenga
Luxury Hotel

Set on a hilltop in the Chianti countryside near Castelnuovo Berardenga, Hotel Le Fontanelle is a restored estate surrounded by vineyards and rolling Tuscan hills. Elegant rooms and common spaces reflect classic Tuscan style, while landscaped gardens, an outdoor pool and a spa offer inviting places to relax. (pool, spa)

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Days 4-6

Description

Ride the ridge to ancient hilltop Radda, former capital of the Antica Lega del Chianti (Old Chianti League) • Visit the picturesque neighboring village of Castellina • Settle into our hotel, a restored 12th-century castle surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, making the most of its thermal pools and spa • Celebrate in Tuscan style over dinner • Bike to Colli Fiorentini, northern Tuscany’s slice of Chianti wine production • Follow cycling routes in the verdant Elsa River Valley to the spectacular World Heritage town of San Gimignano, crowned by 13 towers • Toast la dolce vita with a glass of refreshing Vernaccia, Tuscany’s most famous white wine, before heading to Florence.

Accommodations
COMO Castello del Nero

(2 nights, Luxury Hotel)

Nights 4-5

COMO Castello del Nero
Tavarnelle Val di Pesa
Luxury Hotel

Set on a hilltop in the Colli Fiorentini countryside near Tavarnelle Val di Pesa, COMO Castello Del Nero occupies a restored 12th-century castle surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. Historic frescoes and vaulted interiors reflect the estate's long history, while contemporary design brings a refined modern touch. Expansive gardens, a pool and a full-service spa create a serene atmosphere. One Michelin Key; Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.

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Unplugged

Unplugged dates are perfect for guests who want to ride an acoustic bike.
E-bikes are available to travel companions by request only.

Solo Room Savings

We’ve made it even easier to go solo or enjoy your own space on select dates with reduced private room fees.

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