THE “EROICA” the Dirt Roads of Chianti and Siena
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Tuscanybybicycle by ViaggiareInBici Via Poggio Magherini 14, Fiesole, Florence (Italy) Tel. +39 055 218059 - WhatsApp: +39 392 4916131 [email protected] - www.tuscanybybicycle.com THE “EROICA” The dirt roads of Chianti and Siena SELF GUIDED TOUR - CODE: Ind02en PERIOD 6 days / 5 nights DATES from March to november BIKE Mountain bike, Hybrid, Electric bike TERRAIN Mainly dirt roads alternating with paved roads DIFFICULTY The itinerary is hilly and it is quite challenging. It is recommended for anyone with a good practice and training The Eroica is one of the best known and fascinating path by cyclists. The variant that we propose closely follows the route of the famous cycling event and is approximately 210km. The tour begins and ends in Siena and develops mostly on dirt roads through the Siena, Val d’Orcia and Chianti areas. The stunning landscapes and beautiful cities that you meet along the way make the Eroica one of the most popular cycling routes. BOOK NOW ! PRICES PER PERSON: 699,00 € WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE: - 5 nights in 3 star hotel/Residence in twin/double room; - 5 breakfast buffet; - 1 wine tasting (Brunello & Chianti Classico) - Luggage transfer; - Maps, trip notes and detailed route directions; - Medical and baggage insurance. SUPPLEMENTS - single room: + 130,00 € - half-breakfast: + 125,00 € (drinks not included) - extra night in Siena: 50,00 € (per person in double or twin room) - 75,00 € (per person in single room) - Bike rental: Mtb: 100€; Pedal assisted bike (subject to availability): +260 € NOT INCLUDED Meals, Tourist tax to pay at the hotel (about 7,50 € per person for the entire holiday); admission to museums and anything else not mentioned in ‘What is included in the price’. DIFFICULTY LEVEL the itinerary is hilly and it is quite challenging. It is recommended for anyone with a minimum of practice and training. Most of the route is on dirt roads so we recommend the use of a mountain bike and a habit to ride on dirt roads. Tuscanybybicycle by ViaggiareInBici Via Poggio Magherini 14, Fiesole, Florence (Italy) Tel. +39 055 218059 - WhatsApp: +39 392 4916131 [email protected] - www.tuscanybybicycle.com ITINERARY Day 1: Siena Individual arrival in Siena and accommodation in hotel Day 2: Siena > Montalcino 1000 56 km, asscent 800 m 800 MONTALCINO You’ll pass through the Val d’Arbia and val d’Orcia 600 Castiglion del Bosco to Montalcino, a beautiful example of medieval town SIENA 400 which dominates the entire Val d’Orcia. Along the way Murlo you should not miss a visit to the Etruscan village of 200 Murlo. 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 Day 3 1000 Montalcino > Asciano 63 km, ascent 700 m 800 MONTALCINO The green of Val d’Orcia slowly leave the field to dry 600 Pieve a Salti clay hills of Crete in a journey full of ups and downs. 400 Torrenieri ASCIANO The overnight is planned near the medieval town of 200 Buonconvento Asciano 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 Day 4 650 Asciano > Radda in Chianti 540 Vagliagli 53 km, dislivello totale 1000 m 430 Castelnuovo Berardenga You’ll enter into the area of Chianti Classico. The Monte Sante Marie 320 Pianella landscapes will return to be green and lush, amidst ASCIANO 210 ineyards and olive grovesyou will com to the village RADDA IN CHIANTI of Radda in Chianti, where wou will stop fot the night. 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 700 Day 5 Radda in Chianti > Siena 580 Castello di Brolio 43 km , dislivello 650 m 460 Gaiole in Chianti Pianella You will go back to Siena, along a less demanding path, 340 SIENA mainly characterized by the visit to the Castle of Brolio. 220 RADDA IN CHIANTI m km 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 Day 6: Siena End of services and individual departure from Siena. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT US [email protected] | www.tuscanybybicycle.com WhatsApp: +39 392 4916131 Tuscanybybicycle by ViaggiareInBici Via Poggio Magherini 14, Fiesole, Florence (Italy) Tel. +39 055 218059 - WhatsApp: +39 392 4916131 [email protected] - www.tuscanybybicycle.com HOW TO BOOK SPECIAL REQUESTS AND DIETS Send an email at [email protected] with your If you are vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, allergy, or fol- request or fill in the registration form on our web-site. low special diets or if you have any other special request Once we receive the form or your email a member of our please report it at the moment of your reservation. It staff will confirm you the availability and the exact quota- may not be possible to satisfy requests made at the last tion for the tour and keep it in option for some days. moment. Please inform us also of any possible health Then you have to fill in the booking form, sign it and send problems or need. it us back via email or via fax and at the same time pay a deposit of 25% of the total amount of the tour price. DOCUMENTS After receiving the deposit we will send you the booking ID or Passport confirmation. The balance is due within 30 days before departure. After the balance we will send you the docu- IN SUITCASE ment by mail. Sportswear for cycling, sunglasses, raincoats, comfortable clothing for cycling, comfortable shoes for cycling and a change for the free time, shower sandals, clothes for the HOW TO PAY free time, bathing suit, camera, small backpack or fanny You can pay per bank transfer on the following account: pack for personal belongings to take with you on a bike. CAPONNETTO DANIELE VIAGGIAREINBICI INSURANCE IBAN: IT68J0306902924100000004744 The basic medical and baggage insurance Amitour is BIC/SWIFT: BCITITMM included. REASON FOR PAYMENT: tour name or code + your last The insurance provides the following services: name - Return of family members or traveling companion BANCA: Intesa San Paolo Viale dei mille 26/r - 50131 - Journey of a family member in case of hospitalization Firenze - Assistance to minors - Return of the convalescent BIKE RENTAL - Reimbursement of medical expenses (up to € 600.00 in Mountain Bike Cannondale Trail 6, 29”or similar. Italy, with fixed excess of € 50.00) Ebike Cube or Lapierre 500watt. - Extension of stay You will be responsible for bicycles for the entire duration - Advance first aid expenses of the tour. - The cost of rescue, search and retrieval - Reimbursement luggage up to 300,00 € in Italy in the OWN BIKE event of theft, fire, theft, robbery and loss and failure, If you participate with your bike recommend that you and failure to return from the carrier. check it is in good condition before departure, to avoid breakage and better address the planned stages. On the web-site you can download the information papa- er. In any case it will be sent before departure together LUGGAGE TRANSPORT with the invoice and other travel information. Your luggage will be transported from one hotel to ano- ther for the duration of the tour and will have to be ac- We are also covered by professional liability insurance commodated in the hotel lobby before leaving on a bike. Filo Diretto Assicurazione Spa n. 1505000921 / V. It is your responsibility to check that they are properly closed and, if necessary affix a name badge. BOOK NOW ! PRICES PER PERSON: 699,00 € FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT US [email protected] | www.tuscanybybicycle.com WhatsApp: +39 392 4916131.