Self-Guided Southern Tuscany Bike Tour Hotels

Price
US$ 1,550 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.

Save US$ 250 per person
Use our bike bags (panniers) instead of the luggage transfer
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Dates
Any date from March 1 to October 31

7 Days, 6 Nights

Route Rating
Moderate: 10-30 miles (15-50 km) per day cycling over hilly terrain.

Meet / Finish
Buonconvento / Cortona

Highlights

Winery tour with wine tasting
Swim at a thermal spa
12th century castle visit
8th century abbey
The Tuscan hill towns of Montalcino, Pienza, Montepulciano and Cortona
Beautiful vistas of vineyards and olive groves
Peaceful country back roads

What's Included

All lodging (3 and 4 star hotels)
All breakfasts
Lunch on Day 1
Winery visit and wine tasting
Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel
Private van transfer from Florence on day one
6 beautiful rides. Extra miles available.
Use of high-end hybrid bicycle
Use of cell phone for emergencies

Cancellations: Terms and Conditions

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» Map and Distances
» Hotels
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» Bicycles

Wineries and Castles

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, a cell phone, 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 Southern Tuscany Bike Tour Hotels

Hotel Ghibellino
Buonconvento (1 night)
The Ghibellino is a small modern hotel located on the edge of the historic center of Buonconvento. The rooms are modern, quiet, and air-conditioned.
hotel website

Hotel Dei Capitani
Montalcino (2 nights)
This hotel features incredible views, a swimming pool, and renovated rooms and bathrooms. The hotel is located in an 18th century building on the edge of the historic center of Montalcino.
hotel website

Il Chiostro di Pienza
Pienza (1 night)
This 4-star hotel is located in a 15th century convent and offers spectacular views over the Orcia valley. The hotel has a its own restaurant and pool.
hotel website

Hotel Mueble' Il Riccio
Montepulciano (1 night)
The Mueble Il Riccio is a small inn located on the oldest street in Montepulciano steps away from the town’s main piazza. The hotel has a roof top terrace with majestic views. Rooms feature air-conditioning and WIFI.
hotel website

Hotel San Michele
Cortona (1 night)
The Hotel San Michele is both the nicest and most central hotel in Cortona. The hotel is located in a 15th century mansion. The building has been completely renovated, but retains its Renaissance charm.
hotel website