Countries Visited: Italy
Essential Information
Trip Profile
Average daily distance: 60km (37 miles)
No. of days cycling: 5
Vehicle support: 60% (on point-to-point days only).
Terrain and route: 85% tarmac, 15% easy gravel roads. Route follows mainly quiet roads with some climbs passing through the Chianti hills.
Accommodation
7 nights 3 and 4-star hotels.
Food
All breakfasts included.
Reality Check
The landscape in Chianti is one of rolling hills, and some climbs will be involved. Most days will require a reasonable level of fitness. The Chianti section of the tour falls into the upper category of B grade riding.
Distances per day vary from 50km to 65km; there are options to make the days longer if required. There are no transfers to or from hotels on this trip: all the rides are designed to be door-to-door. There is one free day in Siena and two circular rides, where vehicle support is not provided.
We aim to use quiet roads where possible, but sometimes we need to pass busy sections in order to reach the quiet roads on the other side. Sometimes the most scenic routes are on tarmac, with a possibility to cross onto some dirt / gravel roads (locally known as 'white roads'). Simple route notes are provided, so the group can spread out on certain sections.
Cycling conditions The main itinerary of this trip is classified Road and graded B/Moderate. Please see the Cycling Holiday brochure or view the grading and trip classification page for more information.
Normal group size and age
Normally 7 to 16, plus leader/driver. Minimum age 16.
Misc
STAY IN FLORENCE
Our trip ends in the beautiful Renaissance city of Florence.
Why not stay an extra day or two and spend time discovering the city's amazing architecture, history, wealth of art and museums?
Our sales team can book post-tour accommodation for you - please contact them for more information.
Icons explained
The vast majority of Exodus adventures are adult group holidays. Groups are always small in size. We strongly believe that this adherence to small groups means a better experience for all; more time with your guide, less waiting around and a reduced impact on the communities and environments visited.
Each group is generally made up of like-minded travellers - with singles, couples and friends all joining in together.
All these trips are suitable for single travellers, but if you prefer to travel with clients booking individually, please
see our Solo Departures page.
Most people who enjoy a weekend riding on either trails or roads at home will enjoy a B-grade trip. You need to be in good health and reasonably fit. Ideal for occasional cyclists, or as a more relaxed trip for fitter riders. B-grade off-road trips require no previous experience. Distances on road trips rarely exceed 70 kms (43 miles) per day.
Cycling: Our cycling holidays come in all shapes and sizes; from gentle self-guided trips in the Veneto, to tackling the High Atlas in Morocco, or exploring the length of Vietnam.
Culture: Let Exodus show you a different side to many of the world's greatest cultural attractions.
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