Cinque Terre & Tuscany
Epic blend of Tuscany and the Ligurian Coast
This exclusive Ciclismo adventure traverses the Italian regions of Liguria and Toscana, highlighting the very best of these two distinctly different—yet strikingly gorgeous—areas of northwest Italy. We experience coastal rides along seaside villas and exclusive marinas, such as Portofino and the Bay of Poets. We’ll enjoy the color and cheer in the Cinque Terre before delving into the Alpi Apuane Mountains to immerse ourselves in “wild” Tuscany. This trip offers a beautiful alternating combination of sea and mountain views, with exquisite cuisines and fascinating local architecture and culture to top it all off!
Tour Essence
- Cycle a mix of challenging, coastal rides and mountainous bike treks
- Ride and hike through the famous Cinque Terre villages and mountains
- Experience two very distinctly different regions that offer diverse food, wine, history, traditions and culture
What to Expect
Terrain
HillyStart Location
RapalloEnd Location
Punta AlaMileage
Average Daily: 45 miles Total: 401 milesElevation
Average Daily: 4,181 ft Total: 41,810 ft
Once you have a trip confirmed, we will feed you a steady diet of additional pre-departure information that includes: How to train, prepare, pack and all the wonderful, inspirational and practical things you want and need to know before you go! Our Travel Advisors will be available to help plan your pre- and post-tour travel.
- Expert, bilingual guides
- Guided visits of Lucca and Volterra
- Wine tasting
- Van support and luggage transfer
- Wine kitty
- Shuttle to Grosseto Train Station
What’s Included
- Use of carbon road bike with Garmin Edge Touring GPS
- Ciclismo Classico water bottle
- Ciclismo jersey
- Two water bottle holders
- Map holder on handlebars and a Garmin Edge GPS
- Handlebar bag
- Tire pump
- Combination bike lock
- Gel-padded saddle
- Choice of pedals
- Card with your tour leaders’ mobile phone numbers
Pedal Options
- Flat pedals
- Half-toe pedals (without straps)
- Toe cage pedals
What’s Not Included
- Helmet
- Optional: clipless pedals with shoes
- Optional: your own saddle
- All accommodations
- All breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 8 dinners
We experience coastal rides along seaside villas and exclusive marinas, such as Portofino and the Bay of Poets. We also delve into the Alpi Apuane Mountains to immerse ourselves in “wild” Tuscany and experience the Cinque Terre. This trip is a beautiful combination of sea and mountain views, with great cuisine and culture to top it all off!
2019
Start Location
RapalloFly Into
Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA)End Location
Punta AlaFly Out Of
Florence or RomeArrival: Rapallo
Meals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
10 milesElevation Gain
660 ftRiding Terrain
HillyMeals Provided
Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Excelsior Palace Hotel
The Excelsior Palace Hotel offers wonderful views of Rapallo Bay and is a short walk from the water. Enjoy elegant rooms, satellite TV, and other amenities.
Levanto
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
44 miles; extra loop: 52 milesElevation Gain
2,760 ft; extra loop: 4,360 ftRiding Terrain
Hilly, mountainousMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Park Hotel Argento
This 4 star hotel is situated in Levanto, just a short distance away from the beautiful Cinque Terre. The hotel was recently built and includes all the facilities and comforts of a 4-star hotel to ensure that guests enjoy a relaxing stay. Found in a convenient location from which to explore the coast, the hotel has an outdoor swimming pool with a massage section, wellness center with sauna, Turkish bath and shower.
Cinque Terre Hike
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
Hike: 4 hours, stone step path along cliffsElevation Gain
980 ftRiding Terrain
Hilly, mountainousMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Park Hotel Argento
This 4 star hotel is situated in Levanto, just a short distance away from the beautiful Cinque Terre. The hotel was recently built and includes all the facilities and comforts of a 4-star hotel to ensure that guests enjoy a relaxing stay. Found in a convenient location from which to explore the coast, the hotel has an outdoor swimming pool with a massage section, wellness center with sauna, Turkish bath and shower.
Levanto to Lerici
Meals Provided
BreakfastAverage Mileage
49 milesElevation Gain
4,760 ftRiding Terrain
Hilly, mountainousMeals Provided
BreakfastAccommodations
Grand Hotel Europa
Ludwig II, King of Bavaria called it “the finest hotel in Innsbruck”: Grand Hotel Europa is the historic 5-star hotel in the Austrian city. Founded in 1869 by Schreiner & Klausner and recently refurbished, it stands a few steps from the famous ‘golden roof’, the Imperial Palace, the ski slopes and golf courses.
Barga
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
59 milesElevation Gain
6,730 ftRiding Terrain
Hilly, mountainousMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Renaissance Tuscany Il Ciocco
The Renaissance Tuscany Il Ciocco is nestled into a mountain backdrop with 1500 acres of land surrounding it making it a truly beautiful retreat with stunning views of the Tuscan landscape. It is the perfect place to unwind after a long ride. We will have access to Wi-Fi, top-of-the-line amenities and two outdoor pools.
Garfagnana Loop
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
43 milesl extra loop: 71 milesElevation Gain
5,700 ft; extra loop: 7,510 ftRiding Terrain
Hilly, mountainousMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Renaissance Tuscany Il Ciocco
The Renaissance Tuscany Il Ciocco is nestled into a mountain backdrop with 1500 acres of land surrounding it making it a truly beautiful retreat with stunning views of the Tuscan landscape. It is the perfect place to unwind after a long ride. We will have access to Wi-Fi, top-of-the-line amenities and two outdoor pools.
Barga to Lucca
Meals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAverage Mileage
41 milesElevation Gain
4,600 ftRiding Terrain
Hilly, mountainousMeals Provided
Breakfast, LunchAccommodations
Hotel San Luca Palace
The 4-star Hotel San Luca Palace is a modern hotel built into a building originally constructed in 1540. It offers you a great look at the intriguing cultural allure of Lucca from within its ancient walls.
Volterra
Meals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAverage Mileage
63 milesElevation Gain
4,560 ftRiding Terrain
Rolling hillsMeals Provided
Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodations
Castagneto Carducci
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
43 miles; extra loop: 58 milesElevation Gain
1,610 ft; extra loop: 2,600 ftRiding Terrain
Hilly, mountainousMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Tombolo Talasso Resort
The Tombolo Talasso Resort is a 5-star hotel has wonderful Etruscan beauty, containing vineyards and olive groves right between where the hills meet the sea. The resort has a magnificent private beach and outdoor pool as well as a high quality spa. This resort has all the modern amenities you would expect.
Punta Ala
Meals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAverage Mileage
49 miles; extra loop: 61 milesElevation Gain
2,330 ft; extra loop: 5,050 ftRiding Terrain
Rolling hillsMeals Provided
Breakfast, DinnerAccommodations
Baglioni Hotel Cala del Porto
The 5-star Baglioni Hotel Cala del Porto is situated on the elegant port of Punta Ala, boasting beautiful bay scener and views of Elba Island. On clear days you can see Corsica in the distance. There is also a pool and spa for you to rest and relax for your last night here in Tuscany.
