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2010 Price

US$ 550 per person
(Single Supplement)

Traveling alone?
Join a self-guided tour that has already been scheduled. We can’t run self-guided trips for one person, but we may have already booked a self-guided tour that works for you. More info


Group of three?
Tour prices are based on double room occupancy. Groups of three on self-guided trips have two options:
Option 1: Request a triple room. With a triple there is no single supplement. Option 2: Pay a single supplement (US$ 50/night) for the single room.


(Siena Palio Surcharge)

During the Palio (Siena's famous horserace) hotel prices triple. A surcharge of US$ 100 (per person) will apply if you stay in Siena 6/29, 6/30, 7/1, 7/2, 8/13, 8/14, 8/15, or 8/16.

Save US$ 50 per person
Use our bike bags (panniers) instead of the luggage transfer
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Optional Charges
» 3rd night (US$ 200 per person)

Dates

Any date from March 1 to October 31
3 Days, 2 Nights
Route Rating
Moderate: Two rides (15 and 27 miles) over hilly terrain.

Meet / Finish
Florence / Siena
Highlights
  • Winery visit with guided wine and oil tasting
  • The towns of Greve, Castellina, and Siena.
  • Beautiful vistas of vineyards and olive groves
  • Peaceful country back roads

What's Included
  • All lodging (3 and 4 star hotels)
  • All breakfasts
  • One lunch
  • Winery visit and wine tasting
  • Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel
  • Private van transfer from Florence on day one
  • Two beautiful rides (15 and 27 miles). Extra miles available.
  • Use of high-end hybrid bicycle
  • Use of cell phone for emergencies

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Wineries and Castles
Want an easier tour?
Add a third night for US$ 200 (per person)

Instead of 27 miles on DAY 2 you ride:
DAY 1:  15 mi, Florence to Greve
DAY 2:  12 mi, Greve to Castellina
DAY 3:  15 mi, Castellina to Siena
DAY 4:  Last Day

Recommended for less experienced cyclists.

What if it rains?

On self-guided bike tours there is no van support. However, we do move your luggage from hotel to hotel. In the event of rain you can catch a ride with us when we move your bags. We provide our guests with a cell phone. You can call in the morning and make arrangements for a lift.


Why Self-Guided?
Explore Tuscany at your own pace. We provide detailed route notes, luggage transfers, great accommodations, restaurant suggestions, and sightseeing notes. You choose the dates we take care of the details.

Hotel Changes
Charnes Tours reserves the right to change hotels due to availability, construction, or other unforeseen events.
Self-Guided Florence to Siena Cycling Hotels
Greve in Chianti hotelAlbergo del Chianti
Greve in Chianti (1 night)
Located in an 11th Century building on the main piazza of Greve, this family run hotel features a pool and air conditioning. The owners serve wine and olive oil from their nearby farm.
hotel website
Hotel Athena
Siena (1 night)
A modern four-star hotel with all of the comforts. The Athena is located in the historic center and offers a beautiful terrace with views of Siena.
hotel website
Castellina hotelFor an extra US$ 200 you can spend a third night in Castellina.

Palazzo Squarcialupi

Castellina (1 night)
This family-run hotel has been lovingly restored and offers classic Tuscan charm with all of today's comforts (including a spa and pool).
hotel website