Tuscany Family Bike Tour - Kids & Teens
Cortona to Chianti: Tuscan & Umbrian Countryside
It doesn't take a genius to know that Tuscany scores top marks for family fun. Enjoy miles of smiles on kid-approved routes. Discover ancient hill towns and climb a medieval tower (fueled by gelato, of course!). Chianti tasting for the adults. Hands-on pizza making for the youngsters. Your perfect family adventure... in Toscana!
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Italy
Start Arezzo / End Florence

Highlights
- Bike and play in the family-friendly, postcard-perfect Tuscan hill towns of Cortona and Radda in Chianti
- Cruise by bike on peaceful roads through lush colorful fields of sunflowers, corn, sugar beets and tomatoes
- Adventure across Umbria's Lake Trasimeno on small boats or up through the trees on a rope course park (Just for kids)
- Taste exceptional Tuscan wines, dine at authentic trattorias and pair up with the kids to learn the art of pizza-making
Italy
Start Arezzo / End Florence

Itinerary
Days 1-2 Bike through the picturesque countryside of the Val di Chiana past cypress trees, vineyards, grazing sheep and stone farmhouses | Savor farm-fresh products over a family lunch | On two wheels, visit the hilltop town of Montepulciano while kids take to a high ropes course | In the evenings, have your fill of pasta, gelato and—for the adults—wines.
Days 3-4 Follow cycling routes through the Umbrian valleys to the town of Castiglione del Lago, with views of the countryside and Lake Trasimeno | Kids sail across the lake while the grown-ups bike rolling terrain to Etruscan ruins | Step back in time as you stroll the historic streets of Cortona | Ride along the Strada dei Castelli (Road of the Castles) to Radda in Chianti, known today as a major center for Chianti Classico wine production | Young artists try their hands at painting their own ceramic souvenirs in a fun art class | A memorable family dinner experience awaits as budding kid-chefs put together a well-rounded meal—pizza!
Days 5-6 Ride scenic routes through Chianti's inviting hils | Shop for hand-painted souvenirs and admire Renaissance-style designs at Ceramiche Rampini | Visit Badia a Coltibuono (Abbey of the Good Harvest) and taste the honey produced on-site | Celebrate a Tuscan family vacation with a meal amid the olive groves at our enchanting retreat | Wonderful vistas abound during a ride through the heart of Chianti | Pause to enjoy delicious gelato in ancient towns.
The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy.
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2020 August
Gather your favorite people to share a Backroads adventure on a ready-to-book Private Trip - featuring all the legendary Backroads hallmarks from expert leaders to unforgettable activities. You can pick from the selection of dates below for your group; some dates are only available for 16 or more guests while other dates are available for 8 or more guests. If your party has fewer than 8 guests, or your preferred date is not available, we'll create a departure just for you. Call or email us to reserve your date.
Private Trip Pricing
- 10 or more Guests: from $3,399 pp dbl occ
- 9 Guests: from $3,899 pp dbl occ
- 8 Guests: from $4,099 pp dbl occ
- 2-7 Guests: Give us a call or reach out here!
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