Riding truly iconic 70s classic bikes, we’ll experience some of the best routes, food, hospitality and good times Italy has to offer. This Bike Shed exclusive tour is packed with incredible heritage and marvellous destinations throughout: from the unbelievable San Marino to the sensational Tuscany, crossing the Apennine Mountains, riding hills and valleys through vineyards, drinking coffees in Medieval and Etruscan towns, all the while staying at unique boutique and farmhouse hotels, and eating and drinking all the amazing locally produced foods and wines. Bike Shed members are in for a real treat with this one.
The route
Starting in San Marino, we will cross the Apennines and make a wonderful loop around the most incredible Tuscany.
DAY 1 (13/06) 60 km: ‘WELCOME TO SAN MARINO’
Rimini pickup – hotel check in - welcome to RIDE 70s clubhouse - tour briefing – motorcycle induction - panoramic warm up ride through the hills and to the enchanting San Leo - overnight in San Marino.
DAY 2 (14/06) 180 km: ‘SAN MARINO TO MONTEPULCIANO’
Through the Apennine Mountains and its twisty roads we’ll enter the marvellous Tuscany and immediately encounter the ancient city of Cortona with its Etruscan protective walls still intact. Onwards into sweet valleys and hills, we’ll head for the superb old town of Montepulciano, where a unique winery tour and wine tasting awaits us. Overnight in Montepulciano.
DAY 3 (15/06) 140 km: ‘MONTEPULCIANO TO SIENA’
Descending remarkable panoramic roads lined with cypress trees we’ll enter the splendid Val D’Orcia. After a coffee stop by the thermal waters of Bagno Vignoni, we’ll continue for the ‘lunar’ landscape of the Crete Senesi, one of the most suggestive areas of Tuscany, called lunar because of its incredibly picturesque bare hills. We’ll end the day with a visit of the legendary Siena, a celebrated UNESCO World Heritage Site, and then a traditional dinner and rest at a beautiful Agriturismo.
DAY 4 (17/06) 160 km: ‘SIENA TO SAN MARINO’
On our last day we’ll ride through the enchanting vineyards and bushes of the Chianti hills, to then continue towards the Val d’Arno (where we’ll experience the famous landscape depicted in Leonardo Da Vinci’s ‘Gioconda’) until we reach Anghiari, the seductive medieval town overlooking the Tevere valley. Finally, we’ll descend towards San Marino, and after a reset at the hotel SPA, we’ll gather again at the RIDE 70s clubhouse for a special BBQ party.
DAY 5 (17/06) 160 km: DEPARTURE DAY
Breakfast - transfer to Rimini and return home.
5 days trip / 4 days riding
600 km / 3-4 hrs daily riding
easy-medium difficulty
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• Use of a RIDE 70s motorcycle
• Motorcycle induction and training where needed
• 4 nights hotel & breakfast (shared double room)
• 4 dinners (alcohol not included)
• End of tour dinner party (alcohol included)
• One winery tour and wine tasting
• Rimini transfers (tbc/shared with other participants)
• Experienced Italian tour leaders
• English/Spanish/Italian speaking tour leader
• Journey info and maps
• Roadside assistance
• Support vehicle (1 bag per person)
• Third party motorcycle insurance
• Motorcycle replacement in case of irreparable break-down
• Possibility to try a different RIDE 70s motorcycle (TBC)
• Helmet, gloves, vintage boots and leather jacket (while stock lasts)
• Complimentary RIDE 70s T-shirt
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• 4 nights hotel & breakfast (shared double room)
• 4 dinners (alcohol not included)
• End of tour dinner party (alcohol included)
• One winery tour and wine tasting
• Rimini transfers (tbc/shared with other participants)
• Experienced Italian tour leaders
• English/Spanish/Italian speaking tour leader
• Journey info and maps
• Roadside assistance
• Support vehicle (1 bag per person)
• Helmet, gloves, vintage boots and leather jacket (while stock lasts)
• Complimentary RIDE 70s T-shirt
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• 4 nights hotel & breakfast (shared double room)
• 4 dinners (alcohol not included)
• End of tour dinner party (alcohol included)
• One winery tour and wine tasting
• Rimini transfers (tbc/shared with other participants)
• Experienced Italian tour leaders
• English/Spanish/Italian speaking tour leader
• Journey info and maps
• Support vehicle (1 bag per person)
• Helmet, gloves, vintage boots and leather jacket (while stock lasts)
• Complimentary RIDE 70s T-shirt
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What is NOT included:
• Fuel
• Lunches
• Entrance fees to optional experiences and sites
• Alcohol (except for the final dinner party and wine tasting)
• Personal accident insurance
• Any unlikely tolls or parking
• Tips
• Flights
Additional Details:
• Our RIDE 70s clubhouse is located in the beautiful Republic of San Marino.
• Pickup point: Rimini airport or train station.
• Alternative airport: Bologna (130 km), a bus or train will take you to Rimini. Possibility to arrange direct group transfers.
• Minimum number of participants: 6 (RIDE 70s reserves the right to confirm or cancel the event if the minimum attendance is not reached)
• Minor itinerary changes possible due to road conditions, weather and hotels availability
• A private room is available at €70 p/d
• A 30% refundable deposit secures your place/bike, the balance is due 6 weeks before the starting date
• Although you are covered under our insurance for third party collision, we advise you to arrange your own comprehensive travel insurance.