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E-Cycle the Chianti and Explore its Enogastronomy and Castles
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7 Hours 15 Minutes
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Offered in: Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Overview
E-bike tour that takes you through the fascinating hills of the Chianti, crossing the iconic gravel roads of the Eroica, revealing, in a slow and contemplative way, an area rich in food and wine traditions, cradle of the famous Chianti Classico wine (tasting included) and proud of its tradition and culture linked to the long rivalry between Siena and Florence. In addition, the experience includes a guided tour of one of Chianti's most characteristic castles, the castle of Brolio, with a breathtaking view of the city of Siena, and the lunch break will take place in one of Italy's most beautiful villages, San Gusmé, where guests, in addition to enjoying the tranquility and warm welcome, can enrich their exploration of Tuscan flavors. Developed in partnership with Ebike Travel Siena.
What's Included
- Certified bicycle touring guide for the National MTB Academy with total knowledge of the area
- Third party liability insurance (in accordance with the terms of liability policy 00079732000097)
- Emergency mechanical assistance in case of breakdown
- Guided Tour in the Castle of Brolio
- Tasting 1 glass of Chianti Classico wine at the Ricasoli winery
- Use of bicycle
- The lunch in the restaurant is not included in the price
- Private transportation
- Water or Food to be consumed during the bike ride
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
On foot: from downtown Siena, exit Porta Camollia, then continue straight ahead until the roundabout. Turn left to Via Mentana. Walk for 100 m / From Siena train St: exit the train station, take the escalator inside the mall until its end. Turn right, go straight until the roundabout. Turn left
Start time
09:00 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Siena
Start of the tour and bicycle riding until the village of Geggiano, where we make a short pause for storytelling and pictures
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Villa di Geggiano
In this hamlet we make a short pause in the outer part of the Castle to discover the importance of the Bianchi Bandinelli family, the lords of this area, and the production of the Chianti Classico. Picture moment as we can contemplate the Siena's Skyline.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Vallepicciola
From this point, the landscape assumes hilly shapes, with cypresses decorating the roads, and castles that reign over the territory. It is the moment of the famous gravel white roads of the Chianti Classico, known for the Eroica race. We pass in front the Vallepicciola Winery, before accessing the Castles Roads. Along the way, we'll make stops for pictures and storytelling
• Admission Ticket Free
Pianella
We roam through the white gravel roads, with time for pictures and storytelling until reaching Monti in Chianti.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
We stop at a local caffè in the hamlet of Monti in Chianti, to stretch, go to the loo and taste senese biscuits and pastry, before climbing to the Castle of Cacchiano.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
We'll pass in front of this castle, and admire it from far away, during some stops for contemplating the landscape. Estimated time between Monti in Chianti until the Brolio Castle: 30 min.
• Admission Ticket Free
Castello di Brolio
We will get off our bikes for a tour led by a local guide of the castle's installations, learning in detail about events related to the intestine wars between Siena and Florence, and the life of the Ricasoli family. Afterwards, we'll pop into the wine cellar to learn about and possibly taste one of the many Chianti Classico options produced by Vinicola Ricasoli.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Barone Ricasoli
Here it is included the wine tasting of one glass per person, to be chosen between their three types of Chianti Classico, or other varieties of their eccelent wines. If you'd like to have a taste of other wines, you can pay for extra glasses of wine.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
After the wine tasting, we take some time to enjoy this iconic old style bar, a mandatory stop for cyclists and enthusiastics. Here we take some water and snacks before restarting cycling.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Borgo di San Gusme
After the guided visit and wine tasting at Brolio/Ricasoli, we will climb back into the saddle and head for the restaurant where we will sample the delicacies of the typical Tuscan gastronomy. The restaurant is located in this precious hamlet, where you'll have time to explore its interesting monuments and local culture.
1 Hours 30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Siena
We climb back to our ebikes and return to Siena, via the gravel roads of Chianti and some local provincial roads. There'll be short pauses for storytelling and we can add a stop for coffee or WC if necessary.
1 Hours 30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operated by Ciclowine Bike Experiences
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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