The Bikes
You can’t enjoy a great biking trip without a really great bike. On this trip you’ll be riding a customized hybrid or a racing bike with drop bars. We also equip you with handlebar bag, helmet and water bottle.
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- Type
Private
XScheduled
The right number of like-minded travellers to make new friends.
Private
Your dates. Your group. Our expertly-designed itinerary.
Custom
Tailored to your interests, a bespoke travel experience.
- Support
Daytime Guided
XSelf-Guided
Combines the hallmarks of any B&R itinerary (excellent hotels and beautiful routes) with the freedom of pacing each day exactly the way you like.
Daytime Guided
Throughout the day, a knowledgeable local guide provides insider access and expert tips. At night, you can explore and dine on your own.
24/7 Guided
Our B&R guides are with you throughout, anticipating needs, translating languages, providing advice and—above all—facilitating fun.
- Hotels
Signature
XSignature
We use premium hotels that are unique expressions of the region. Often they’ve had a previous life as a monastery or a castle, but in every case they offer an exceptionally comfortable stay.
Bistro
These are stylish 4-star properties that offer a casual and comfortable stay. Often without a 24-hour concierge or room service, they tend to be smaller family-run hotels that are perfect for the region.
- Level
Enthusiast
XOccasional
“I can’t say I really ‘work out,’ but I’m in good shape and am relatively active.”
Recreational
“I enjoy a good walk or ride, and feel comfortable while on the move.”
Enthusiast
“I get moving at least once a week, and don’t mind a little sweat.”
Avid
“I get moving a few times per week and enjoy some exertion.”
Expert
“I want to feel invigorated each day and going hard is how I like to do that.”
A rustic retreat
With lush rolling hills, medieval towns and meandering roads, Tuscany is a biker’s idyll. There is something eminently peaceful in riding through hilltop towns that have stood watch here since the Middle Ages, passing vines tended by generations of winemakers and savouring traditional cuisine made from the freshest and tastiest local ingredients. Let the fantastic Podere Panico play host to your family; gather for delicious meals from the original forno oven, learn to make authentic homemade pasta, and discover the region alongside local experts, all from the comfort of your own private Tuscan home.
*The activities on our Tuscan Villa Family Adventure trip are recommended for children age 12 years and older.
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Tuscan Villa Family Adventure
Ready-to-Book private tours are designed to be enjoyed off-the-rack, but there is room for minor adjustments to fit the trip to your needs. If the gap is too great, then we’d be happy to tailor-make you a Bespoke trip from scratch. Simply tell us a few details about your group and select your preferred date. One of our Trip Designers will spring into action, confirming the details or exploring alternatives, over the next 48 hours.
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| January | April | July | October |
| February | May | August | November |
| March | June | September | December |
Have a custom trip designed exactly to your interests. Like a tailor making a bespoke suit, it will fit you perfectly.
Our Bespoke trip designers are a talented bunch who can craft unforgettable experiences for your specific group—and working within your needs and budget.
Get in touch with a Trip Designer to begin planning your perfect vacation.
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Arrive at Podere Panico and get settled in. This afternoon, your guide has a scenic, countryside warm-up walk prepared. Afterwards, sit down for a delicious welcome dinner at the villa!
Drive to nearby Monteroni d’Arbia and set out on your first ride along quiet country roads to Casciano di Murlo. Stop for lunch at a family-run trattoria and continue back to the villa for a homemade wood-fired pizza night!
Ride through gorgeous vineyards today, beginning at Brolio Castle—home to the descendants of the Baron Ricasoli, aka the "inventor" of the Chianti Classico grape varietal. Pause for a wine tasting lunch at the estate’s osteria.
Head to the local farmer's market to gather fresh ingredients for your private pasta-making lesson! This evening, head to nearby Montalcino for an aperitivo and dinner in town.
Join your local host for a guided tour of Siena—gain insights about the town’s infamous Palio horse race and peek inside the contrada museum. Those who are keen can challenge themselves to an afternoon ride through an organic winery.
Pedal through sunflower fields and olive groves to Tenuta La Fratta, an impressive 14thC farm and villa. Tour the facilities and then head back to Podere for a private tasting with some of our favourite wines from the region.
Meet your local host for a tour of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, famous for its fine wine. Continue through the neighbouring villages, stopping in at the various shops and galleries. Tonight, prepare for an exciting medieval-themed send-off!
Your guides will stop by the villa to collect the bikes and bid you farewell this morning. Arrivederci!
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Hotels
Podere Panico, Monteroni d'Arbia
Sitting proudly on a hilltop in the Tuscan countryside, Podere Panico is surrounded by sweeping vistas and rolling medieval hills. Restored to perfection, each cotto floor tile, clay roof tile, and wooden beam in Paníco has been saved and brought back to life from the original structure. The generous kitchen, original forno oven, and traditional Tuscan fireplace make this farmhouse ideal for culinary adventures, while the outdoor swimming pool is perfect for relaxing and soaking up the stunning landscapes. View hotel website »
Cycle past the rolling vineyards of Chianti and up the crete—clay hills—on the approach to Siena on this luxurious biking tour through Tuscany’s legendary landscape.
National Geographic TravelerThe guides, Sarah and Giacomo, were extraordinary. Fantastic people, very warm yet very professional. Most memorable moment was cycling in the rain and feeling completely secure. In all honestly, this experience was probably one of the best my husband and I have ever had.
— Marina Piller
We never wanted to be the biggest travel company in the world, just the best.
— George Butterfield
Enthusiast
This trip includes a moderate amount of activity. We cover hilly terrain, but we have kept the average daily distance to a moderate 23 km (14 miles). As much as possible, we avoid the steepest climbs, but please be aware that Tuscany is hilly. We’ve included various long options for avid riders. The activities on this trip are geared for children 12 years old and up.
The Traveller
“I bike about once a week at home.”
The Terrain
Gently rolling countryside, with occasional longer climbs to points that are well worth the effort. Layover days accommodate varying preferences.
Read more on our Activity LevelsWhat’s included? Everything you need. Plus everything you’d
want. Plus a few things you never knew you wanted ‘til you got them.
In a word: everything. In ninety words? Signature B&R guides; local experts; unique, unforgettable biking and walking routes; private tours; authentic local cuisine; lessons and demonstrations; local artisanal wines; wine tastings; all victuals and libations; all the endorphins you can handle; new insight; interesting, fun and like-minded travel companions; a feeling of total freedom. In short: an extraordinary, hassle-free journey of discovery.
- 6 lunches, 3 dinners including regional wine
- Services of 1 B&R guide, a support guide and van
- All special events, private tours, guest experts and entrance fees
- Use of a customized Bianchi bike: a hybrid, a racing bike with drop bars, or a racing bike with flat bars, equipped with handlebar bag and helmet. As well as children’s equipment. (E-Assist bikes by request)
- Detailed maps, GPS route suggestions based on daily routes on trip
- All transportation from rendezvous to drop-off
- All gratuities for restaurants, transfer drivers, and villa staff
Racing Bike
Hybrid Bike
Sometimes your B&R trip simply isn’t long enough! Extend your stay for the best vacation possible. If you wish to spend a few days in region either before or after your official B&R trip, and need assistance making those plans, your B&R Travel Advisor can help.
Call us to create an independent travel experience that fits your needs—we can also arrange for a local guide.
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