One of the best ways to explore the Tuscan countryside is on a bike as most of the roads are wide, deserted paths with jaw dropping views. We recently put together a privately guided, six-day, five-night birthday celebration bike tour for 7 fabulous ladies. The level was active, an average day ride was about 25 miles coupled with luxury hotels, sightseeing, epic restaurants, wine tastings and a private boat experience. Below, we share some snaps and scoop — xx Elisa
HOTEL STAYS
1 night at Castel Porrona Relais https://castelporrona.it/en/
2 nights at L’Andana https://www.andana.it/
2 nights at Il Pellicano https://www.hotelilpellicano.com/en/
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
DAY 1
Bike tour through an enchanting farmland | Explore the ancient perched town of Montalcino | Ride through wine country and discover vineyards that produce exceptional Brunello grapes | Have lunch at one of the region's premiere wine estates | Stroll through Porrona, a medieval village town.
DAYS 2-3
Ride the Tuscan hills through Maremma's high grass and maritime plains as you near the Tyrrhenian coast | Hilltop village for a farm-to-table lunch | Breathe in the sea air on an exhilarating ride through foothills and valleys to the bustling fishing port of Castiglione della Pescaia | Kick back on the beach and indulge in gelato as you stroll the old town center | Sip Super Tuscans before a private cellar tour and gourmet dinner at a renowned local wine estate.
DAYS 4-6
Enjoy a scenic ride and take in vistas of the bay during lunch at a beachfront trattoria | Explore Orbetello Lagoon, a World Wildlife Fund oasis, and watch the migrating birds on the quiet shores of Lake Burano | Climb to the hilltop town of Capalbio as the blue ocean shimmers in the distance | Sail across the sea on a historic luxury boat | Relax in Porto Ercole | Pedal to the summit of Monte Argentario, offering panoramic views of the wooded hills and blue-green lagoon below.