{"id":382,"date":"2018-03-09T12:03:51","date_gmt":"2018-03-09T11:03:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tuscanybicycle.com\/travel\/?page_id=382"},"modified":"2026-02-19T18:08:15","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T17:08:15","slug":"chianti-villages-west-road-cycling","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tuscanybicycle.com\/travel\/tuscany-chianti-wine-and-bike-tours\/chianti-villages-west-road-cycling\/","title":{"rendered":"Chianti villages West – road cycling"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Chianti villages West – road cycling<\/span><\/h1>\n

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starting point<\/h4>

Tuscany bicycle, Gaiole in Chianti<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″]

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PRICE<\/h4>

240 per person<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”30″][vc_column_text](please note: pick up may be arranged from other places at an additional fee. Email us for details)[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”60″][qode_elements_holder number_of_columns=”two_columns” switch_to_one_column=”480″][qode_elements_holder_item vertical_alignment=”top” advanced_animations=”no” item_padding=”0px 10px 0px 10px”]

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time<\/h4>

7 hours<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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elevation gain<\/h4>

1140 mt<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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distance biked<\/h4>

50 - 70 km<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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area<\/h4>

Chianti classico wine region of Tuscany<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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type tour<\/h4>

Road biking<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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bike type<\/h4>

Full carbon Scott road bike. (Please note, depending on our availability for your size and date requested)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/qode_elements_holder_item][qode_elements_holder_item vertical_alignment=”top” advanced_animations=”no” item_padding=”0px 10px 0px 10px”]

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skill level<\/h4>

advanced<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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number partecipants<\/h4>

2-10 (please note: larger groups may be accommodated upon request)<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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minimum age<\/h4>

14 years old<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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fully guided<\/h4>

Yes<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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road type<\/h4>

All paved<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/qode_elements_holder_item][\/qode_elements_holder][vc_empty_space height=”60″][vc_column_text](* please note, for mechanical issues or riders unable to finish the ride for groups of less than 4 riders, there is the possibility for a ride back to Gaiole, included in the tour price)[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_empty_space height=”60″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Description<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30″][vc_column_text]Imagine a perfect day on a full carbon Pinarello or Bianchi road bike, cycling on some of Italy\u2019s most iconic roads, past vineyards, olive groves and cypress trees. Roads and panorama which have been immortalized in Giro d\u2019Italia and in Strade Bianche by pro riders.<\/p>\n

The Chianti Classico area is a perfect area for enjoying road cycling at its finest, this is why many pro riders are based in this area, as there is something for everyone: gradual climbs, hairpin turns, white knuckle descents, flats, grueling accents \u2013 in Chianti Classico there is a certain rythym to the road biking, here is your opportunity to be drawn to its captivating allure. You may never wish to leave again, just like us.<\/p>\n

This ride allows you to explore the three most charming medieval wine villages in Chianti: Gaiole, Radda and Castellina. They constituted the \u201cLeague of Chainti\u201d in the Middle Ages and today are lovely tourist destinations related to fine wines.<\/p>\n

The ride starts in Gaiole in Chianti, a quiet and very beautiful wine village, as well as home to the world famous vintage bike race called L\u2019 Eroica.<\/p>\n

We bike south towards Siena on the Chiantigiana road, then continue on a gradual, very scenic climb to Radda in Chianti surrounded by vineyards on all sides. Then, prepare your legs and mind for the steep 15% 1 KM ascent into the city centre of Radda. You will have earned your wings and the incredible 360 degree panorama from one of Tuscany\u2019s most charming medieval wine villages, looking out onto the surrounding Chianti countryside.<\/p>\n

Afterwards, we will give our legs a break, and unwind on a lovely ridge road connecting Radda to Castellina.<\/p>\n

Then there is time for an optional stop for lunch (not included in the tour price) at the flagship winery restaurant or other nearby bars and trattoria located in downtown Castellina.<\/p>\n

We will also enjoy a wine tasting at one of the area\u2019s most prestigious wine estates, of their best wines and vintages.<\/p>\n

Later on, we continue by bike, on a very long and memorable descent, and loop back around towards Radda once again.<\/p>\n

The last leg of our journey retraces a small portion of L\u2019Eroica vintage bike ride, climbing on a switchback filled road, through shady woods, on the way to Badia a Coltibuono. Then, a final 5 KM, exhilarating decent back to Gaiole in Chainti.<\/p>\n

What an incredible road ride \u2013 Ride like a Tuscan![\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30″][vc_column_text css=””]Summary Price: 240 \u20ac for person[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”60″]book this tour now<\/a>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”grid” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern” z_index=””][vc_column width=”1\/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1520414164480{padding-right: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}”][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” text_align=”right” css_animation=”” css=”.vc_custom_1522074373054{margin-right: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;background-color: #333333 !important;}”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Ride like a Tuscan<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Book this tour now<\/span><\/h2>\n

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ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1738168730619{padding-top: 15px !important;}”]World class road cycling on some of Tuscany\u2019s most beautiful roads. Ride roads immortalized by top pro cyclists in Strade Bianche and Giro d\u2019Italia. Feel the heady excitement of riding a top full carbon Scott road bike in Chianti Classico. Enjoy wine tasting at one of Tuscany\u2019s most prestigious wine estates.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”25″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

ITINERARY\u00a0<\/strong>INCLUDES<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

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