Classic Tuscany E-Bike tour

Day 1: Florence
Day 2: Florence - Radda in Chianti, 38 mi. (61 km)
Day 3: Radda in Chianti - Siena, 31 mi. (51 km)
Day 4: Siena - San Gimignano, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 5: San Gimignano - Vinci, 46 mi. (74 km)
Day 6: Vinci - Lucca, 36 mi. (59 km)
Day 7: Lucca - Pisa - Lucca, 19-45 mi. (31-72 km)
Day 8: End of tour

All distances are approximate. Due to circumstances beyond control, weather conditions or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during your holiday. For example, along the way you may find temporary deviations/detours caused by roadwork, In this case, please follow the directions posted on site.

Day 1: Florence
Arrive in Florence and take in the city's rich history!  Climb up Giotto's tower for a stunning view of the city and the Duomo,  visit the Uffizi Gallery, or walk the Ponte Vecchio bridge for a striking view of the city. Welcome meeting and bike fitting is offered on this day. Please provide your arrival information once arranged. 

Accommodation: Hotel Silla or similar

Day 2: Florence - Radda in Chianti, 38 mi. (61 km)
As you leave Florence you'll climb some of Chianti's famous hills. You will want to stop in Greve for a short visit of the main square and the famous Macelleria Falorni, producer of local salumi. Radda is a delightful, small town and was an important junction for travelers heading to the north and south.

Option: Snack at very traditional “macelleria” in Greve (1 glass of wine, local cold cuts, and cheeses)
Accommodation: Hotel San Niccolò or similar
Elevation gain: +1273 m

Day 3: Radda in Chianti - Siena, 31 mi. (51 km)
Cycle the south part of the Chianti Region, then take the afternoon to explore Siena. Italy's best-preserved medieval city rivaled Florence for dominance in Tuscany during the 1300s. You'll be transported back in time as soon as you enter the city walls.

Option: Guided tour in Sienna (on request)
Accommodation: Hotel Santa Caterina or similar
Elevation gain: +957 m

Day 4: Siena - San Gimignano, 31 mi. (50 km)
Your bike ride today takes you into the heart of Tuscany. You will pedal past vineyards, 17th-century villas, and small towns on your way to San Gimignano, one of the best preserved medieval villages in Italy and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. San Gimignano is famous for its many towers, remnants from the 13th and 14th centuries.

Accommodation: Hotel Bel Soggiorno
Elevation gain: +774 m

Day 5: San Gimignano - Vinci, 42 mi. (68 km)
Your ride takes you through the rolling hills peppered with small towns along the way. Your destination is Vinci, the birthplace of Leonardo. Here you'll have a chance to visit the house where he was born and a museum with scale models of his inventions.

Option: Wine tasting in Vinci 
Accommodation: Hotel Monna Lisa or similar
Elevation gain: +936 m

Day 6: Vinci - Lucca, 36 mi. (59 km)
Climb the stairway to the Medici villa in Cerreto Guidi today for a great view as you continue west to Lucca, where you'll stay the next two nights. Lucca was a Roman town and one of medieval Italy's most prosperous city-states. Today, Lucca retains its medieval charm with its small shops and sidewalk cafés, as well as the beautiful 17th-century wall that surrounds the town.

Option: Dinner in Lucca
Accommodation: Hotel La Luna or similar
Elevation gain: +439 m

Day 7: Lucca - Pisa - Lucca, 19-45 mi. (31-72 km)
Your last day of cycling takes you to Pisa, where you can visit the Leaning Tower and the Piazza of Miracles. There are two options for your ride today - a shorter cycle to Pisa and a return by train (with your bike aboard). Or a longer loop ride, through lovely Tuscan hills, vineyards, and stately villas. After a stroll through Pisa, head back to the less-touristy town of Lucca to enjoy an evening passeggiata along the main pedestrian way.

Option: Cooking class*
Accommodation: Hotel La Luna or similar
Elevation gain: +143/460 m

*Cooking class available in either Florence, Siena, or Lucca (includes tasting meal at the end). Since you spend two nights in Lucca, this is a great location for the experience. or perhaps the evening of your arrival in Florence? You decide. Classes are offered through Le Cesarine, a company that organizes culinary experiences in the homes of locals. Your class will last about 3 hours, during which you will help the Cesarina prepare 3 courses. In the 4th and final hour, you will enjoy a meal (lunch or dinner) consisting of the courses you prepared during the class. Water and one bottle of house wine for every 3 people are included.

Day 8: End of tour
After a breakfast buffet in your hotel, you're ready to continue your adventure, wherever it may lead. Buon viaggio!

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Please see each day’s detailed itinerary for the accommodations that are generally used. Of course in the event of a lack of availability, you will be offered a hotel of equal quality. Most of the accommodations are in 3 and 4-star establishments. Upgrades are possible in some hotels. Just ask.

Bicycles

Electric bike

The bikes included for this tour are Cannondale Mavaro, Fantic or Tesoro e-bikes. These bikes feature state-of-the-art technology and are a fantastic option for cyclists who need a little push. Although you still have to pedal, the electric drive provides a nice boost for your efforts. For example, when your pedal stroke increases to get up a hill so does the amount of power the electric motor outputs. Less effort on your part translates to less power assist. These bikes come with rapid-fire shifters that operate in the same way as a regular hybrid bike. Important to keep in mind that an electric bike is heavier than a regular touring bicycle.

• Aluminum frame
• Front suspension
• Shimano Deore 10 speed
• Hydraulic disc brake
• 28-inch wheels
• Schwalbe Delta Cruiser Plus tires
• Selle Royal Viento saddle
• Bosch Performance Cruise 36V 250W engine
• 625Wh battery pack
• Bosch stancard charger 4A