“Discover Tuscany by the most exciting way”
2 Day Chianti and Val d’Orcia Guided Motorcycle Tour in Tuscany
Val d'Orcia, Province of Siena, Tuscany, Italy
Serene Italy Motorcycle Tour
This 2-days motorcycle adventure tour in Italy will allow you to discover some of the best towns of Tuscany and enjoy the wonderful landscapes of the Chianti and the Val D’Orcia (the South of Siena). During these two days, you will ride your motorbikes over more than 350 kilometers (no highways) for a total of nearly 8-hour rides. You will visit many towns such as Monteriggioni, Siena, Montalcino, Pienza, Castelnuovo Berardenga, Radda in Chianti, and Greve in Chianti. You will also visit a famous abbey and spend a night in the heart of the beautiful Val D’Orcia. A great experience which they consider a must if you wish to see the landscapes and towns that have made Tuscany world-famous.
.-Key information
- Terrain: asphalt
- Bike: personal or rental bike (BMW, Ducati, Moto Guzzi, or Harley Davidson models)
- Mileage: 350 kilometers / 217 miles
- Riding gear: available to rent: helmet, jacket, gloves, and GPS navigator
- Meals: breakfast
Meet the instructors
Adrian
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Highlights
- Starts and ends in Florence
- See the main town of the Chianti, the Greve in Chianti
- Ride to Montalcino, a wonderful town that is famous for its wine
- Cruise along the narrow streets and fantastic views of Pienza
- Ride through the Cassia road to the heart of the Chianti
- Visit the medieval town of Monteriggioni
- 1 night's accommodation
Skill level
- Intermediate
2 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: French, Italian, Spanish
Group size: 3-12 participants
Accommodation
The accommodation for this tour is a mid-range hotel in the countryside. You will be accommodated in a shared bedroom with a single bed.
Program
Day 1
- Meeting at 09:00 in Florence and departure at 09:30. You will ride through the Cassia road to the heart of the Chianti: Castellina in Chianti for a coffee.
- Monteriggioni - From Castellina, you will go south to the medieval town of Monteriggioni.
- Siena and lunch - After a quick visit to Monteriggioni, you will continue your journey to Siena where you will have time to make a walk and have lunch.
- Montalcino - Time to visit this wonderful town famous for its wine.
- Abbey of Sant'Antimo - Only a few more kilometers to reach the Abbey of Sant’Antimo, a former Benedictine monastery almost 1000 years old!
- 18:00 Arrival at the hotel and relax. You will spend the night and have dinner in a nice quiet place in the countryside.
Day 2
- 09:30 Departure and meeting after breakfast towards Pienza.
- Pienza - You will enjoy this little medieval city, its narrow streets, and the fantastic view over the country.
- Lunch at Castelnuovo Berardenga - You will start to go north and will stop for lunch.
- Radda in Chianti - Keep riding across the Chiantishire to Radda for a walk, coffee, or gelato.
- Greve in Chianti - The last stop on this tour, you will see the main town of Chianti: Greve in Chianti.
- 18:00 Return to Florence. You will get back to the start point from the Chiantigiana road and give back the motorcycles.
Bikes available for this tour
Motorcycle Type A
- Ducati Multistrada V4
- BMW R 1250 GS: Rent a BMW R 1250 GS, a perfect motorcycle for touring in a comfortable way
- Harley-Davidson Street Glide Special: Rent a Harley-Davidson Street Glide Special, a beautiful touring bike
- Or similar
Motorcycle Type B
- DUCATI Multistrada 950: Rent a DUCATI MULTISTRADA 950, an amazing motorcycle for touring and enjoying the Italian roads
- BMW F 850 GS: Rent a BMW F 850 GS, a great new model of motorcycle for a safe ride
- MOTO GUZZI V85 TT: Rent a MOTO GUZZI V85 TT, a great and different Italian motorcycle for touring and enjoying the Italian roads
- Harley-Davidson Road King
- Or similar
Motorcycle Type C
- Ducati Scrambler 800: Rent a DUCATI SCRAMBLER, the resurrection of an Italian symbol
- BMW F 750 GS: Rent a BMW F 750 GS, a new easy, and fun motorcycle
- MOTO GUZZI V7: Rent a MOTO GUZZI V7, an easy and fun Italian motorcycle for touring
- Harley-Davidson Sporster SuperLow 1200 T: Rent a Harley-Davidson SuperLow 1200 T, a Sportster ready to travel
- Or similar
Your own bike
- More than 250 cc
Please note that if your preferred motorcycle is not available for your dates, you can choose an available alternative of the same type. If you change the type, Tuscany Motorcycle Tours will change the price accordingly.
Notes
- Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the departure.
- You’ll need to be 21 and have a valid motorcycle license.
Skill level(s) required for this tour: intermediate
Intermediate:
- can ride for 3-4 hours
- average riding experience
- little assistance required
- comfortable with extreme curves and leans
- average experience with unsurfaced roads
- steep ascents and descents
Instructors
Adrian Lemasson
Adrian is a Spanish rider who lives in Tuscany since 2009. In all these years he had the opportunity of riding his bikes all over the Tuscan region. He loves the Tuscan landscapes, nature, food, and wine. You can feel his passion for motorcycles and for his job! He speaks 4 languages, English, French, Italian, and Spanish. He will make his best to provide an unforgettable experience to his travel companions.
Location
This tour starts and ends in Florence, Italy. You will visit many towns such as Monteriggioni, Siena, Montalcino, Pienza, Castelnuovo Berardenga, Radda in Chianti, and Greve in Chianti. You will also visit the famous Abbey of Sant’Antimo (tickets are not included) and spend a night in the heart of the beautiful Val d’Orcia.
Food
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
You will have a chance to visit Abbey of Sant'Antimo during this tour.
What's included
- 1 night of hotel accommodation
- Breakfast
- Internet Wi-Fi
- Motorcycle rental with unlimited mileage and insurance (not if you use your own bike)
- English-speaking guide on his motorcycle
What's not included
- Fuel
- All other food and beverage
- Rental gear
- City taxes
- Tips
- All services not mentioned as included and all items of a personal nature
- Single room for an extra price of 70 EUR per night
How to get there
Recommended Airports
BLQ
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport
167 km
Transfer not provided
PSA
Pisa International Airport (Galileo Galilei Airport)
126 km
Transfer not provided
FLR
Florence Airport, Peretola (Amerigo Vespucci Airport)
92 km
Transfer not provided
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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