Italy Coast to Coast: Tirreno-Adriatico
September 1-8, 2024
The coast to coast adventure that takes you through enchanting villages and ancient places, on a route of nearly 500km along roads designed by nature and the history that unites two seas. "Tirreno Adriatico" is also the name of one of the most traditional and historical Italian road stage races, that has taken place annually for the past 60 years! Years that seem like nothing compared to the thousand-year old Etruscan roads of Pitigliano or the 3000-year history of Orvieto, Assisi, and Norcia. These towns are also famous for being the birthplaces of San Francesco and San Benedetto (protector saint of Europe), two historical figures that made their mark from the medieval times to today! Your Bianchi road rental bike will be the perfect companion to live this tour fully and at the perfect pace, as you continually ride through momentous and natural beauty all the while enjoying traditional cuisine, both experiences which make Italy so special.
Day 1: Sunday, September 1st
Arrive at Rome Airport (Early Afternoon Pickups)
Rest and hotel check-in
Bike setup
Welcome Dinner and lodging in Orbetello
Arrive at Rome Airport (Early Afternoon Pickups)
Rest and hotel check-in
Bike setup
Welcome Dinner and lodging in Orbetello
Day 2: Monday, September 2nd
Breakfast 9:00 departure for Stage 1: Orbetello-Pitigliano | 98km, 1300m elevation gain -Lunch stop at the natural hot springs Terme di Saturnia ~15:00 arrive in Pitigliano Suggested afternoon activity: Visit the ancient and dramatic town of Pitigliano, also known as Little Jerusalem Dinner and lodging in Sorano |
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Day 5: Thursday, September 5th
REST DAY
Visit and explore the scenic city of Assisi. Take advantage of access to the local trails to get some miles on foot, or hop back on the bike for one of our recommended routes.
Lunch and dinner on your own
*Optional Wine Tasting and Dinner experience
Lodging in Assisi
REST DAY
Visit and explore the scenic city of Assisi. Take advantage of access to the local trails to get some miles on foot, or hop back on the bike for one of our recommended routes.
Lunch and dinner on your own
*Optional Wine Tasting and Dinner experience
Lodging in Assisi
Day 7: Saturday, September 7th
Breakfast 9:00 departure for Stage 5: Norcia-San Benedetto del Tronto | 113km, 1500m elevation gain This is our biggest climb as we ascend to the high plains of Castelluccio del Norcia where local lentils flourish and their flowers light up the entire valley in June and July. Lunch stop at Forca di Presta (our Cima Coppi) 15:00 Arrive in San Benedetto Pizza Farewell dinner and lodging in San Benedetto |
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Day 8: Sunday, September 8th
Breakfast
Departure/Airport Transfers to Rome Airport
Breakfast
Departure/Airport Transfers to Rome Airport
Package Details
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
7-night stay in a double room
Daily hotel breakfast buffet
Daily ride lunch, coffee stop, snacks, and energy bars (except for rest day)
Daily dinner (except for rest day)
Bike rental: Bianchi road bike rental (carbon frame, disc brakes, di2 shifting, 11/32 cassette)
Bike washing and mechanical assistance
Daily bike storage
Laundry service for cycling clothes on rest day
2 bike guides for each stage
Follow van for entire route
Special trip cycling apparel
Transfer to/from Rome Airport (in groups)
SERVICES AVAILABLE WITH EXTRA COST:
Single occupancy room (price below is based on double occupancy)
Bianchi Specialissima or Oltre Pro rental (Bianchi's top of the line performance bikes)
Optional Wine Tasting and Dinner on the Rest Day
Not included:
Airfare
Extras at hotel
Lunch and dinner on the rest day
Alcoholic beverages at meals
Personal health insurance
Personal travel insurance
Price per person (based double occupancy): $4,490 (USD) before December 31st, 2023; $4590 after January 1st, 2024
Single Occupancy Supplement: $600 (USD)
50% Confirmation Deposit due by: January 30th, 2024
Number of participants: 8-14
For more info, or for booking this trip, please e-mail: [email protected]
7-night stay in a double room
Daily hotel breakfast buffet
Daily ride lunch, coffee stop, snacks, and energy bars (except for rest day)
Daily dinner (except for rest day)
Bike rental: Bianchi road bike rental (carbon frame, disc brakes, di2 shifting, 11/32 cassette)
Bike washing and mechanical assistance
Daily bike storage
Laundry service for cycling clothes on rest day
2 bike guides for each stage
Follow van for entire route
Special trip cycling apparel
Transfer to/from Rome Airport (in groups)
SERVICES AVAILABLE WITH EXTRA COST:
Single occupancy room (price below is based on double occupancy)
Bianchi Specialissima or Oltre Pro rental (Bianchi's top of the line performance bikes)
Optional Wine Tasting and Dinner on the Rest Day
Not included:
Airfare
Extras at hotel
Lunch and dinner on the rest day
Alcoholic beverages at meals
Personal health insurance
Personal travel insurance
Price per person (based double occupancy): $4,490 (USD) before December 31st, 2023; $4590 after January 1st, 2024
Single Occupancy Supplement: $600 (USD)
50% Confirmation Deposit due by: January 30th, 2024
Number of participants: 8-14
For more info, or for booking this trip, please e-mail: [email protected]