Port Giglio Island on the Tuscan Coast, Italy. Photo via TO

Guided Tuscan Coast & Islands

Italy Bike Tours

Bike Italy’s Tuscan Coast through seascapes, nature, & archaeology

Tour Type
Guided
Skill Level
Moderate
Length
8 days
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Itinerary
Accommodation
Inclusions
Dates & Pricing
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Overview
This unique bike tour in Tuscany is like no other. Usually, we hear about the wines and cuisine of this region, but this unforgettable guided experience will showcase archaeological sites, sculpture, nature, and birdlife.
From the World Wide Fund oasis of Orbetello, to the remains of the Roman city of Cosa, to the island of Giglio, this is not your typical Tuscany. As you gaze from cliffs overhanging the sea, view the colorful coves, bike and hike the isolated trails scented with balsamic, learn the history and art, this is the other side of Tuscany revealed.
An added delight will be your visit to the island of Giglio, a hidden treasure surrounded by the Tyrrhenian sea.
Highlights
- Ansedonia: Archaeological site of city of Cosa (III BC), Archaeological Museum, Etruscan gorge, and Spacco della Regina (Queen's Splash) (III-II BC)
- Monte Argentario: Convent of the Passionist Fathers
- Porto Santo Stefano: Spanish Fortress (XVI c.)
- Giglio Island: Ruins of Roman Villa (II c.), Giglio Castello (XII c.), Rocca (Fortress) Aldobrandeschi (XII c.), Church of St. Peter (XV c.), Treasure of Pope Innocent ( XVIII c.).
- Giannutri: Remnants of Roman Villa and the ancient Port (II c.)
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Itinerary
Day 1: Argentario
Day 2:  Argentario - Feniglia - Argentario, 16 mi. (26 km)
Day 3:  Loop ride Argentario, 23 mi. (38 km)
Day 4:  Porto Santo Stefano – Isola del Giglio, 10 mi. (16 km)
Day 5: Giglio Porto – Giglio Castello,19 mi. (30 km)
Day 6: Isola del Giglio –Isola del Giannutri, excursion by boat
Day 7:  Isola del Giglio – Campese, 16 mi. (25 km)
Day 8:  Isola del Giglio – Porto Santo Stefano
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.
Day 1: Argentario
Check-in, settle in, and enjoy your afternoon. At 6 pm, you will enjoy a welcome aperitif and presentation of the tour followed by dinner with your group. Once an island, this rugged promontory became linked to the mainland by three slender, 6 km-long accumulations of sand, one of which now forms the isthmus of Orbetello.
Preferred accommodation: Agriturismo Monte Argentario
Day 2:  Argentario-Feniglia-Ansedonia-Argentario, 16 mi. (26 km)
Let the biking begin. First on the agenda is Feniglia, Ansedonia, and the archaeological site of the city of Cosa. A visit to the archaeological excavations of the citadel and the National Archaeological Museum is on the agenda. You will explore Orbetello, built on thin strip of land in the center of a lagoon, it is a very unique location. The lagoon which surrounds Orbetello is part of a protected nature reserve and is one of the most uncontaminated areas of natural beauty in Tuscany. This day could be up to 50 km if the group agrees. In this case, you can visit the sculpture park of Nikki de Saint Phalle. The two options are presented at the tour briefing and you can decide. The group can also split into two groups since there are two cycling guides.
Preferred accommodation: Agriturismo Monte Argentario
Day 3:  Loop ride Argentario, 23 mi. (38 km)
Today you will ride a loop around Argentario, beginning at the hotel at 9 am with visits to the Convent of the Passionist Fathers and Porto Santo Stefano included in the day's agenda.
Preferred accommodation: Agriturismo Monte Argentario
Day 4:  Porto Santo Stefano – Isola del Giglio, 10 mi. (16 km)
Biking begins at 9 am to Porto Santo Stefano. At 10:30 am, you embark on a one-hour ferry transfer to the island of Giglio. You will visit the Roman port and enjoy an excursion to the beaches and coves of the east side of the island. It is a day with few km biking but intense and beautiful landscape. Dinner and overnight.
Preferred accommodation: Hotel Castello Monticello
Day 5: Isola del Giglio – Giglio Castello, 19 mi. (30 km)
At 9 am, you depart to Giglio Castello, with its medieval fortification atop a mountain, after a visit there, you continue with a bike ride to explore the southern tip of the island from the lighthouse to the coves at Punta Capel Rosso. Dinner and overnight.
Preferred accommodation: Hotel Castello Monticello
Day 6: Isola del Giglio – Campese
Free day or enjoy an excursion by boat, departing at 10:30 am to the Isle of Giannutri, the southernmost island of the Tuscan Archipelago. You will enjoy a walking tour with a visit to the ruins of the Port and the Villa Domitia of the Roman era. Dinner is not included this evening.
Preferred accommodation: Hotel Castello Monticello
Day 7:  Isola del Giglio – Campese, 16 mi. (25 km)
At 9 am you depart for the exploration of the west side of the island and the beaches of Cala Campese and the Allume. Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight.
Preferred accommodation: Hotel L'Arenella
Day 8:  Isola del Giglio – Porto Santo Stefano
1:30 pm ferry to Porto Santo Stefano.
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Accommodation
Your accommodations include an agriturismo in Argentario and boutique style hotels.
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Accommodation for 7 nights with breakfast
- 6 dinners (not included on Day 3)
- 1 wine tasting
- One bilingual English-Italian speaking tour leader
- 30 gear hybrid trekking bikes with pannier bags
- Support vehicle
- Luggage transfer
- Ferry to/from Giglio Island
- Excursion to Giannutri Island
- Tour information & maps
- Guided visits to the archaeological site of Cosa, archaeological site “Il Tombolo di Feniglia”, Orbetello, & Giglio Castello
- Tourist/city tax
What’s Not Included
- Travel to/from the point of departure/end of the tour,
- 1 dinner
- Drinks & lunches
- Entrances to parks & museums
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Local taxes
- Bike protection
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates
2021
Saturday departures
March 20, March 27, April 3, May 1, May 8, June 19, September 4, & September 11, 2021
* The Minimum number of participants to confirm a departure is 4. If your booking is for less than 4, please do not hesitate to ask us what the status of any departure is.
Please Note
- Rates are based on double occupancy
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- † Currency exchange rate set 90 days before travel
- Please see our FAQ
Pricing
Twin/double: $ 3150 £ 1758 $ 3,041 € 1990 NZ$ 3409 kr 20520 $ 2,429 Single supplement: $ 499 £ 278 $ 481 € 315 NZ$ 540 kr 3248 $ 385
Extra Options
Electric bike: $ 122 £ 68 $ 118 € 77 NZ$ 132 kr 794 $ 94
Extra night (s):
Monte Argentario:
Double/twin: $ 117 £ 65 $ 113 € 74 NZ$ 127 kr 763 $ 90 Single supplement: $ 63 £ 35 $ 61 € 40 NZ$ 69 kr 412 $ 49
Giglio Porto:
Double/twin: $ 150 £ 84 $ 145 € 95 NZ$ 163 kr 980 $ 116 Single supplement: $ 79 £ 44 $ 76 € 50 NZ$ 86 kr 516 $ 61
Extra Info
Skill Level — Moderate
This is a guided hotel to hotel tour that comprises a hilly terrain with some challenging climbs on dirt and paved roads with little traffic. Bike lanes are being developed around Argentario. Total distance is 135 km over six days of cycling. Daily mileage is not excessive to allow you time to explore the archaeological aspects. Secondary roads are used and traffic is low in the period off season May/September when this tour is offered.
Airport Info
Closest international airport to Orbetello-Monte Argentario is Rome Fiumicino (FCO) at 145 km distance.
Local Travel
From the airport, you can take a train to Roma Trastevere, at which you will transfer to the train to Orbetello. We can arrange a transfer (included) from Orbetello Train Station to your accommodations in Argentario.
Climate
The climate in Tuscany is generally mild with differences depending on the geography of each area. The coast and valleys tend to have hotter summers than the hills or mountains although the coast benefits from breezes off the sea for cooler temperatures even in those warmer months. Please check local conditions before you travel.
Important to know
Travel Documents
It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance with the country or countries you plan to visit.  This includes and is not limited to passport validity, visa requirements and acquisition, blank passport pages required for your destination (s), etc.

US citizens:  A good website to research the requirements of the Schengen Agreement and entry into other countries is travel.state.gov .
Non-EU and EU residents: Please research the requirements of your country of residence for international travel and your destination country or countries.

*Important note: Please check on the  European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) status as once implemented, this will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visa.
Tour Operator
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Yubike.
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