Explorer: White Roads of Tuscany
- Length 7 days
- From USD$3150
- Style/Level Gravel Explorer 3.5
- Countries Italy
- Begin/End Siena/Cortona
Overview
In 1997, 92 cyclists pedaled out of Gaiole in Chianti, to protest the paving of Tuscany’s white gravel roads, or strade bianche. Now an annual event, L’Eroica celebrates pure cycling joy and has inspired the development of our third Explorer-style tour among the white roads of Tuscany. Ride romantic and famed winding cypress-lined roads, visit hilltop towns, and immerse yourself in one of the most photographed areas of Italy – the Val d’Orcia, a UNESCO World Heritage designated landscape. Highlights include the Renaissance and Medieval towns of Siena and Cortona plus riding through small, medieval Tuscan villages, or “borgos”, thermal spa towns, and stunning views everywhere you look. Days are longer on Explorer tours since it takes time to ride gravel (but like all Explorer tours, the route is a mix of off pavement and paved). If you are used to riding on gravel, you’ll love these routes. If you are new to gravel, this is a great way to see if you have a taste for it!Learn more about our Explorer Tour Styles at the webpage at this link!
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Keep in mind
We work hard to maintain consistency across all of our tours, but some trips have unique differences. Here are some things to keep in mind about this tour.
This tour spends time on and off paved roads so support van and aid may not always be readily available. You will have the option to pedal with a guide or pedal on your own, but please be aware that if you are cycling on your own we recommend you are comfortable cycling in remote areas. Learn more about what is included and what to expect on your Explorer tour at the Explorer Tour Style page at this link.
Dates, prices & booking
Date | Price | Private room fee | Note | |
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Sep 8-14, 2024 | USD$3150 | USD$450 | Departure confirmed to go! |
Date | Sep 8-14, 2024 |
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Price | USD$3150 |
Private room fee | USD$450 |
Note | Departure confirmed to go! |
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Itinerary
- Total distance 230km (140 miles)
- Average daily distance 45km (28 miles)
- Tour style Gravel Explorer
- Tour level 3.5
Visit our Tour Level page to learn more about terrain levels and how we determine day and tour levels.
Bikes
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Hardtail mountain bike – for Explorer Tours in Europe
Frame : Cannondale Smartform C2 Aluminum
Fork : RockShox Reba RL, 100mm, remote lockout Type : Mountain -
E-hybrid bike
Surcharge: for 6 to 8 day tours the fee is $250 and for tours that are 9-15 days the fee is $300. Frame : Aluminum frame with front suspension Type : E-Hybrid
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