Cycling in Tuscany is quite unlike any other experience on two wheels. With picturesque cycling routes, beautiful cuisine and movie-worthy medieval hamlets, it’s one of the most beautiful regions in the world and is home to some of its best cycling.
The famous cypress tree-lined white roads are a haven for any rider, but we think they’re perhaps best travelled via e-bike. This way you can explore the most important things without having to blow a gasket to do it. Cruise with electric ease and soak in the stunning views, delicious culinary delights, and luxurious accommodation of our tours at your own pace. Here are some of the best Tuscany cycle routes and what you can expect along the way.
Tuscany Single Centre
There are plenty of Tuscan experiences to be had on our single centre tour. Make some bucket list-ticking memories on the shimmering roads and in the unforgettable towns of Montepulciano and Pienza. Marvel at the scenery from your e-bike and jump off to explore the area’s rich history while soaking up the quintessential Tuscan atmosphere.
Explore the luxurious sights and flavours of Tuscany on this single centre tour. Through valleys and exciting cities, experience Italy like never before.
Montepulciano
Roaming the Tuscan vineyards is a spectacular start to this cycling tour. Your destination is Montepulciano, a famed wine town where you must explore it’s rich wine heritage and taste a local blend while you’re at it. Surrounded by picturesque rolling terrain, Montepulciano will be far easier to visit with the climb-levelling power of your e-bike. While you’re there, don’t miss the cavernous cellars filled floor to ceiling with local meats and cheeses.
Val d’Orcia
The Val d’Orcia is a highlight of southern Tuscany. Cinema-goers may recognise the green and gold rolling fields from scenes in films such as Gladiator and Hannibal. Your e-bike will make light work of the climbs, leaving you with ample energy in reserve to enjoy the Brunello wines and local-made pecorino cheeses that characterise the area’s cuisine.
San Quirico d’Orcia to Bagno Vignone
The cycling tour has one of the bests routes on its first cycling day, with so many Tuscan delights along the way. Enjoy the cycling route from San Quirico d’Orcia to Bagno Vignone. Vast vistas characterise the day’s early riding before the final ride up to quiet Bagno Vignone before returning to your hotel. Be sure to spend a leisurely day exploring the thermal waters the town is known for and delve into the country’s storied past.
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