A carefully planned journey through the land of Italian Renaissance everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime. Beginning in the Chianti region, we will experience the fascinating hills and valleys of the Tuscan countryside, visiting iconic towns and some of the most unique vineyards and cellars of Italy. We will relish food and wine tastings, learning with both our taste buds and bellies all that this fabulous region has to offer.
The route
Starting in the Siena countryside, we will experience the real gold of Tuscany, from Montepulciano and Montalcino, to Volterra and Florence, and all the unspoken gems in between.
DAY 1 (10/10) 40 km: ‘WELCOME TO TUSCANY’
Airport pickup (Florence) - hotel check-in - tour briefing - motorcycle induction - panoramic warm up ride - wine experience dinner - overnight in historical residence.
DAY 2 (11/10) 180 km: ‘SIEANA TO MONTALCINO’
We will ride through the hills where the mythical Nobile di Montepulciano and Brunello di Montalcino grapes grow, enjoy an epic winery experience and wine tasting in Montepulciano itself, and then finish the day at a Montalcino farmhouse where we will feast on a real Tuscan dinner and stay for the night.
DAY 3 (12/10) 200 km: ‘MONTALCINO TO VOLTERRA’
We will discover the less commercial regions of Bolgheri and Sassicaia, splendid for their sceneries and of course wines, experience a tour and wine tasting at one of the most beautiful wineries of the region, and then end the day in the beautiful Volterra.
DAY 4 (13/10) 180 km: ‘VOLTERRA TO FLORENCE’
We couldn’t end this tour without a memorable last day riding through the superb Vernaccia di San Gimignano and Chianti Classico regions. For the meat lovers there will be the opportunity to lunch on the world-famous Fiorentina T-bone steak (veg option will be available). Finally, via sweet and enjoyable roads we will descend to Florence for a great celebratory dinner party.
DAY 5 (14/10): DEPARTURE DAY
Breakfast - transfer to the airport (Florence) and return home.
5 days trip / 4 days riding
600 km / 3-4 hours daily riding
easy 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)
• Two winery tours and wine tastings
• Florence airport 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)
• 2 winery tours and wine tastings
• Florence airport transfers (tbc/shared with other participants)
• Italian tour leaders long time experienced in classic motorcycle riding
• 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)
• 2 winery tours and wine tastings
• Florence airport transfers (tbc/shared with other participants)
• Italian tour leaders long time experienced in classic motorcycle riding
• 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 the wine tastings)
• Personal accident insurance
• Any unlikely tolls and parking
• Tips
• Flights
Additional details:
• Pickup point: Florence airport (latest 2pm)
• Registration time: 3PM
(If you cannot make it by then, you should arrive a day early).• 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.