Florence to Rome by Bike

What's Included

• Accommodation
  7 nights 3-4 star hotels

• 7 breakfasts

  Continental breakfasts are served and usually consist of breads, jams, coffee, tea, and juices.

• 7 nights accommodation

  Accommodation in 3 to 4 star hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities.

• Bicycle

  21 or 7 speed bicycle with pannier and bicycle insurance for theft/damage (27 speed superior bike and e-bike available - supplement applies).

• Welcome briefing

  A welcome briefing is provided.

• Luggage Transfer

  Luggage transfer for 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excess.

• Digital information pack

  Includes smartphone app with maps and useful information (printed documents must be requested at time of booking - no additional charge applies).

• Train tickets

  Train tickets from Florence to Arezzo and Poggio Mirteto to Rome.

• Emergency hotline

  Access to an emergency hotline.

What's Not Included

• Travel to Florence and from Rome

  Travel to the starting point in Florence and from the endpoint in Rome is not included.
  
  

• Lunches, dinners, and drinks

  Daily lunches, dinners, and drinks are not included.
  
  

• Helmet

  Helmets are available to purchase locally and must be prebooked.
  
  

• Excess luggage

  A supplement applies for excess luggage.
  
  

• Storage of luggage and parking

  Storage of luggage and parking are not included.
  
  

• Guide

  This is a self-guided cycling holiday; no tour guide is provided.
  
  

• Solo traveler supplement

  A supplement will apply if you are traveling solo or book a single room.
  
  

• Transfers not mentioned in the program

  Any transfers not mentioned in the program are not included.
  
  

• Travel insurance

  Travel insurance is mandatory and not included.
  
  

• Entrance fees

  Entrance fees to attractions are not included.
  
  

• Hotel taxes

  Hotel taxes are payable locally and are not included (allow €10-15).
  
  

• Paper documents

  Paper documents can be provided at the joining hotel, on request at time of booking.
  
  

• Handlebar phone holder

  It is recommended to bring a handlebar phone holder to follow the route more easily using the app.
  
  

• Items of a personal nature

  Items of a personal nature are not included.
  
  

Accommodation

7 nights 3-4 star hotels. Throughout the trip you will be staying in 3 to 4 star hotels, chosen for their location and friendly staff. All rooms have ensuite facilities. Additional nights can be booked in Florence and Rome. Details are available on request.

Grading

GRADE 3 - This trip involves 6 days cycling usually along backroads and roads with minimal car traffic (although some short distances will be on main roads). The stages range from 30-60km/18.5-37mi per day. The whole route is hilly overall, with flat sections in between. From Florence to Assisi the terrain is mostly flat, and stages after become undulating. There are fascinating stages along the banks of the Trasimeno Lake, along rivers and through the untainted Umbrian landscape. Care is required when changing surfaces - some sections may be on gravel which requires extra attention when cycling and on steep sections - these are usually short. *For safety reasons, we insist that a helmet is worn during the cycle stages although it is not a legal requirement in Italy.

What You Carry

During the cycle day you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone and water. A small daypack which can be kept inside the pannier is useful for sightseeing.

Mode of Transport

The tour includes train tickets from Florence to Arezzo and from Poggio Mirteto to Rome. Bicycles are provided for the cycling stages, with options for 21 or 7-speed bikes, and e-bikes available for a supplement.