Tour Factsheet - BikeRentalsPlus

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Self-Guided Bicycle Tours in Italy:
Grand Cycling Tour of Tuscany
- From Florence to Pisa
Grand Cycling Tour of Tuscany - From Florence to Pisa
Tour Facts Sheet
The best way to discover one of the most famous Italian regions, Tuscany, is to pedal through it. Famous
for its earthy wines, its art cities and its welcoming people. Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa: the right
combination of towns, sights and traditions connected by bicycle. From Piazza della Signoria in Florence
to Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa, through Siena, San Gimignano, and Volterra. This bicycle tour starts at the
heart of Tuscany, along the "wine route", where you'll see the production of Chianti and other wines.
Enjoy a wine tasting in one the numerous wine cellars of this area. After Siena our bicycle tour continues
in Colle Val d' Elsa, the "Bohemia of Italy", before heading towards San Gimignano, famous for its
adorning towers, and Volterra, the alabaster city. Lastly, you finish in Pisa, in front of the leaning tower.
Join us and experience Tuscany by bicycle.
Highlights
San Gimignano and its medieval towers, Famous
flavors of a gourmet cuisine, Renaissance Florence, the
mysterious Etruscan heritage of Volterra, an afternoon
stroll in the majestic Piazza del Campo in Siena, wines
and vineyards of Chianti, the elegance of the leaning
tower of Pisa, great views from world famous hills
Price
€1460
Single supplement: €320
Includes
Countries
Begin/End
Arrive/
Depart
Total
Distance
Daily
Distance
7 nights accommodation in 3-4 stars hotels or
farmhouses; all breakfasts; 2 dinners; use of a high
quality titanium racing or hybrid bicycle, bike delivery
and collection; roadbook and map; luggage transfers
Italy
Florence/Pisa
Florence Airport (FLR) / Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport
(PSA)
240 km (150 miles)
30 - 50 km (18 - 31 miles)
What to
Expect
Tuscany at its best, vineyards and wineries, castles,
medieval villages and the best renaissance cities in the
region.
Rating
201-301 Mostly hilly with some good climbs, average
daily elevation gain of about 500m (1500 feet). Few
unpaved country roads
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and full itinerary description at
bikerentalsplus.com.
Terms
Terms & Conditions
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our Self Guided Tour FAQ Sheet here.
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Tour’s Dates:
The tour starts on Saturdays between April 1 and October 31. Minimum 2 participants.
Your Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Florence, fit bicycles
Mileage: your option
Highlights: Renaissance Florence, Uffizi Gallery, and Ponte Vecchio Bridge
Arrive in Florence today and take your time to visit its jewels: climb up Giotto's
tower for a stunning view of the city and the Duomo; visit the Uffizi Gallery, or
walk the Ponte Vecchio bridge for a different striking view of the city. Your hotel
is in a nineteenth century villa a short distance from Florence magnificent
downtown. We'll fit bicycle today and we suggest a number of restaurants for
dinner.
Day 2: Ride from Florence to Passo dei Pecorai in Chianti
Highlights: The terracotta artworks of Impruneta, Chianti hills and vineyards,
overnight in a typical farmhouse
Today your adventure begins through the heart of the Tuscany, a land of art, scents,
and traditions. You'll leave Florence to bike up to Impruneta, famous for terracotta
art; here it is possible to visit the Basilica and many beautiful villas. After
approximately 10 km you will reach Mercatale, small town surrounded by Chianti
hills. You may want to visit the wine cellar of the Palagio Castle and taste the local
wine varieties and other typical products of the area. Overnight and dinner in a
typical farmhouse near Greve in Chianti.
Day 3: Bicycle from Passo dei Pecorai to Radda in Chianti
Highlights: The heart of Chianti and "the road of wines",
the fortified medieval village of Montefioralle
Before leaving today for your destination, take time to visit Greve in Chianti, and
have a cappuccino in one of the bars under the porticos that surround the main
square. You'll then ride across the fortified medieval village of Montefioralle that
dominates Greve, and then, after biking through Panzano, you'll reach Radda in
Chianti. Where you can visit its medieval remains before heading to your hotel just
outside town with a great view over the hills. Enjoy dinner in the hotel restaurant
tonight.
Accommodation:
Hotel La Fortezza
www.lafortezzahotel.it
Mileage: 32 km
(20 miles)
Accommodation:
Hotel Residence Casprini
Da Omero
www.cdaomero.com/
Mileage: 40 km
(25 miles)
Accommodation:
Podere Le Noci
http://www.lodgingchianti.it/
eng/noci_eng.html
Day 4: Bicycle from Radda in Chianti to Siena
Highlights: The imposing Castle of Brolio, and the city of Siena
Today the tour moves from Radda in Chianti to Siena. A first stop option is Meleto
Castle, an ancient fortification transformed in the 18th Century into a magnificent
typical Tuscan countryside villa. Riding across the fortified village of Castagnoli
you'll reach another famous castle: the Castle of Brolio, own by Ricasoli barons.
You can visit the castle and have a wine tasting in the castle's wine cellar. In the
afternoon you'll reach Siena, the city of the famous horse race: the Palio. Visiting
Siena you cannot miss the shell shaped Piazza del Campo, the Public Palace with
the tower, and the stunning Duomo.
Day 5: Bicycle from Siena to San Gimignano
Highlights: The jewel village of Monteriggioni
Leaving from Siena and cycling along gentle hills you'll reach Monteriggioni,
definitely worth the climb up to visit the unique fortified village, whose
surrounding walls measure less than 2000 feet in diameter and were built in 1213.
If you are interested in glass you may want to stop in Colle val d'Elsa, town that
had a great development from 1400 when the most flourishing production of glass
began. Here you can visit a handicraft laboratory of crystal manufacture. After
Colle val d'Elsa you'll reach San Gimignano, world famous for its medieval towers.
Your hotel is in town, so you can enjoy the magical night atmosphere of this
unique town.
Day 6: Bicycle from San Gimignano to Volterra
Highlights: Volterra and its Etruscan heritage
Today you'll leave San Gimignano to bike along the hills of "Vernaccia" (a famous
white wine, typical of San Gimignano area). Many ups and downs will lead you to
the final climb up to the beautiful city of Volterra, more than 3000 years old.
Founded by the Etruscan, Volterra still preserves its Etruscan heritage in its walls
and town-gates. Its very well preserved historical centre features also important
Roman and medieval monuments. Walk around and enjoy its atmosphere before
trying a delicious Tuscan soup or a plate of pappardelle with wild boar sauce.
Day 7: Bicycle from Volterra to Pisa
Highlights: Volterra and Pisa
You'll have an easy start today while you ride downhill from Volterra, enjoying
stunning views on the surrounding hills. You'll ride through Ghizzano surrounded
by vineyards and centre of numerous wineries; and through Calcinaia, previously
called Vico Vitri (glass place), because of the working of the glass pottery. Later
the village changed name into Calcinaia in reference to the numerous lime
furnaces. You'll soon reach Pontedera where you'll catch a train to get to Pisa.
According with the train timetable and your final destination you may choose to
spend more time in Volterra or have an early start to save time for visiting Pisa.
Mileage: 39 km
(24 miles)
Accommodation:
Hotel Chiusarelli
www.chiusarelli.com
Mileage: 41 km
(25 miles)
Accommodation:
Hotel Bel Soggiorno
www.hotelbelsoggiorno.it
Mileage: 34 km
(21 miles)
Accommodation:
Hotel San Lino
www.hotelsanlino.com
Mileage: 51 km
(32 miles)
Accommodation:
Relais Hotel di Stefano
www.hoteldistefano.it
NOTE: This hotel itinerary is subjected to changes according to availability.
Additional Itinerary Information
On day 7 from Volterra to Pisa, your itinerary takes you to Pontedera where you’ll take a train to Pisa to skip
the last few busy kilometers. The journey lasts about 15/20 minutes, depending on the train, and the ticket
costs about 2/3€, depending on the train. The supplement for your bike is 3.50€ and it is valid for 24hours.
You can buy the ticket for the bike directly at the Train Station.
NOTE: the price of the ticket for you and for the bike is NOT included in the tour package.
GTA: How to get there and away
Starting point:
Hotel La Fortezza, Viale Milton 95, Florence
This hotel is close to the Fortezza da Basso in Florence, and 1.3km from the Santa Maria Novella train
station. You can fly into Florence (or into Pisa and reach Florence by train).
Ending point:
Hotel Di Stefano, Via Sant’Apollonia 35-37, Pisa
You can fly out from Pisa or out from Florence (that is connected to Pisa by train).
Once you book the tour we will send you detailed information and different options on how to get to the
starting point and away from the ending point of the tour.
Luggage Transfers
Luggage transfer is included in your package. Normally, the luggage is collected from 09.00 at the reception
of the hotel and is delivered at the following hotel by 16.30.
Every luggage must be marked with a visible luggage tag. Please make sure yours have correct tags.
If your luggage is not ready by the time the driver comes to collect it, you may need to have to pay directly a
local taxi for the service.
Please consider that the luggage is not insured during the transport. You need to have your own insurance.
Do not leave valuables or fragile items in your luggage.
Normally you cannot use the luggage transport service to skip the stage. In case you need help to skip the
stage, please contact our emergency number.
Services available at an additional cost (ask for prices and availability)
Private transfers are available at additional costs. Below some examples:
Transfer Florence airport – hotel in Florence
€ 45
Transfer hotel in Pisa – Firenze Airport
€ 160
Electric bikes available for an extra charge (see below).
Lodging upgrade :
Room upgrades are possible in some hotels. Ask for availability.
Extra nights are available in Firenze or in Pisa. Ask for details
Bicycle Specification
All bikes come with a pump, rear rack, lock, and an under-seat pack that contains a spare tube, tire irons,
and patch kit. We can provide flat pedals, with cage but no straps or with cage and straps: you can choose
the type you prefer during the bike fitting. We don't provide clipless pedals as there are different kinds, so
you'll have to bring your own pedals with you and we'll mount them on your rented bike. The bikes come
also with a rear rack bag for carrying personal items.
Accessories on request:
Accessories provided:
Titanium Road Bike
Frame / Fork
Front Derailleur Crankset
/ Shifters
Rear derailleur /Cassette
Weight
Equipment
Van Nicholas Yukon 3AL /2,5V Titanium road frame and Ax
carbon Audax fork
Shimano Ultegra or Shimano 105 10 triple crank 10 speed: 3039-52 or 50 T
Shimano Ultegra 10 speed:
12-27 or 11-28
8.3kg / 18.2 lbs. (size 56)
cyclometer, pump, lock, and an under-seat pack that contains a
spare tube, tire irons, and patch kit
Titanium Hybrid Bike
Frame/Fork
Van Nicholas Amazon 3AL /2,5V Titanium hybrid
frame, available alsoas hybrid mixte or stepthrough frame
/Van Nicholas Slx carbon fork
Shifters/Front
derailleur/Crankset
Rear derailleur/
Cassette
Weight
Equipment
Shimano SLX 3x10 shifters, front derailleur
and crankset (24,32,42 teeth or 26, 36,46 teeth)
Shimano SLX long cage rear derailleur with 11-34
cassette
11,5 kg
cyclometer, pump, lock, and an under-seat pack thatc
contains a spare tube, tire irons, and patch kit
Tandems
Tandem bike with 27 speed gearing; our tandem bikes are always in demand--please get your reservation in
early!
SIZES AVAILABLE (Front/Rear):
Large/Small, XLarge/Small, XLarge/Medium , Jumbo/Medium
see chart for more specific measures
FRAME
FORK
CRANK
BOTTOM BRACKET
SHIFTERS
COG SET
CHAIN
FRONT DERAILLEUR
REAR DERAILLEUR
RIMS
HUBS
TIRES
BRAKES
HANDLEBAR
STEM
HEADSET
BRAKE LEVERS
SPOKES
GRIPS
SADDLE
SEAT POST
TANDEM ROAD, SMARTFORMED 6061 ALLOY, 1.5 HEAD
TUBE, BB30
CANNONDALE FATTY TANDEM, OPI, 1.5" STEERER
FSA GOSSAMER TANDEM, 52/39/30, 42T TIMING
FSA MEGAEXO, W/ ECCENTRIC BB30
SHIMANO 105 5700
SHIMANO TIAGRA 4600, 12-30, 10-SPEED
KMC X10 DRIVE, X9 TIMING
SHIMANO 105 5700, 31.8 CLAMP
SHIMANO 105 5700
DT SWISS TANDEM, 36-HOLE
DT SWISS TANDEM
CONTINENTAL GATORSKIN, 700X25C, FOLDING
SHIMANO R515 MECHNICAL DISC, 180/203MM
CANNONDALE C3 COMPACT, 2014 ALLOY, 31.8 / C3
BULLHORN STOKER
CANNONDALE C3 1.5", 3-D FORGED, 6 DEG. / C3
EXTENDER STOKER
TANGE CUSTOM 1.5"
SHIMANO 105 5700
DT SWISS TANDEM
CANNONDALE 3.5MM W/ GEL BACKING GRIP TAPE
PROLOGO T2.0
CANNONDALE C3, ALLOY, 31.6X350MM FRONT /
27.2X350 REAR
E-bikes
We are pleased to introduce our new hybrid style pedelecs (pedals assisted bikes). These bikes are excellent
quality and feature state of the art technology and are a fantastic option for bicycle travelers who need a
little push. Although you still have to pedal the E-bike drive provides a nice boost for your efforts. For
example when your pedal stroke increases to get up a hill so does the amount of power the electric motor
outputs. Less effort on your part translates to less power assist.
Please note:
• E-bike rentals are not included in the tour price. For 7 to 8 day tours there is €205 fee, ask for price
for a longer tour.
• We limit the number of e-bikes to two per departure.
• The e-bike drive automatically switches off if speeds exceed 25km/h (15 mph).
• Though the bikes are very quiet the electric engine does produce a light but constant noise.
• The bikes can be ridden without assist though as mentioned above they are much heavier than a
regular bike.
• Operating range depends on many factors such as the assistance level, gear switching behavior,
route profile, head wind, temperatures but in general the average range of our battery packs is
110km (68 miles).
Shifters
Tires
Weight
Equipment
11-speed drive train with gear ratios very similar to those on a
mountain bike
700x40 Schwalbe Energizer Pro tires that feature an anti-puncture
layer, good grip, and minimal rolling resistance.
24 kg / 53 lbs.
cyclometer, pump, lock, and an under-seat pack that contains a
spare tube, tire irons, and patch kit
Trailer for child XLC Mono BS-C01 2014
Single-seater with safety flag, stroller kit and walker kit (16” front wheel), double cover (against insects and
bad weather).
Innovative folding system, parking brake easily usable in order to lock the wheels.
Reflective materials for the marking of the height and width of the trailer.
TÜV certificate with Toxproof quality seal.
• Places: Single-seater
• Shoulders width: 44cm
• Leg length: 60cm
• Head Height: 61cm
• Seat: 5-point harness
• L x W x H: 106cm / 70cm / 81cm
• L x W x H folded 109cm / 70cm / 26cm H
• Handle height: 95-107cm
• Weight / load: 14kg / 35kg
• Frame: steel, aluminum body, bumpers
• Wheel size: 47- 406/20 x 1.75 steel wheels with spokes in zinc
• Helm attack Ø 28.6mm
• Suitable for a baby seat (bottle holder Weber)
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