By mark on January 25, 2010
Experience a trip through time, from the Etruscan tombs to ancient Roman ruins, from Medieval hill towns to Renaissance basilicas. It also offers a great diversity of landscapes, from the vineyard covered hills of Chianti and Brunello to the barren geometrical cypress-crested mounds of the “Crete.”
Posted in Featured Tours, Tuscany | Tagged april, cycling, group, history, may, october, self-guided, september, wine
By mark on January 24, 2010
This tour will lead you to the heart of Sicily. You’ll start from the quiet, little hamlet of Scopello and will climb to the medieval town of Erice. From there you will ride along the peaceful coastline of Marsala – and enjoy their famous wine.
Posted in Sicily | Tagged april, cycling, group, history, may, nature, october, self-guided, september, wine
By mark on January 23, 2010
The physical challenge of mountain biking is balanced with stunning glimpses of unspoiled nature — at times wild and harsh and other times rich and lush. The rides will not be particularly difficult technically, as they are all along hard-packed dirt trails.
Posted in Sicily | Tagged cycling, june, may, nature, october, self-guided, september
By mark on January 20, 2010
Bike Tuscany where you are a part of the perfection and harmony of this glorious place. Cycle through picturesque landscapes, visit idealistic villages, and enjoy the amazing flavors of this region.
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By mark on January 20, 2010
Great biking laced with the gentle spirit and artistry of Umbria. Quiet, rolling bike rides are punctuated with stays in Assisi, home of Saint Francis, and the beautiful basilica that honors him.
Posted in Umbria | Tagged april, cycling, group, history, june, may, october, self-guided, september, wine
By mark on January 15, 2010
Enjoy the best of both regions: the peaceful and artistic Umbria along with the perfect beauty of famous Tuscany. Biking is enhanced by wonderful side trips to towns steeped in religious history including the most famous, Assisi, home to Saint Francis.
Posted in Tuscany, Umbria | Tagged april, cycling, group, history, june, may, october, self-guided, september, wine
By mark on January 10, 2010
This tour, which starts in Siena and ends in Cortona, encompass the most representative landscapes of southern Tuscany. Your biking will be enhanced by hills crowned by ancient manor houses, winding country roads lined with cypress trees, grazing sheep, and luscious vineyards.
Posted in Tuscany | Tagged april, cycling, group, history, june, may, october, self-guided, september, wine
By mark on January 5, 2010
Enjoy biking laced with the gentle spirit and artistry of Umbria. Quiet, rolling bike rides are punctuated with stays in Assisi, home of Saint Francis and the beautiful basilica that honors him.
Posted in Umbria | Tagged cycling, group, history, june, october, self-guided
By mark on November 30, 2009
Find yourself biking the Amalfi Coast of Italy amongst rugged mountains that hug the coastline and the deep blue sea. Explore Cilento National Park with isolated areas, protected beaches, caves, flowering plants and animals that are nearly extinct except for this place.
Posted in Amalfi Coast | Tagged april, cycling, group, history, may, nature, october, september
By mark on February 27, 2009
Bike through the varied landscape of Basilicata with ancient forests, rolling hills covered with grain or grapes, sweet villages, and the calanchi hills. Each day is a different experience with climbs and descents, hills and valleys, prairies and forests. Enjoy the pace of life: slow, genuine, and simple.
Posted in Matera/Basilicata | Tagged cycling, group, history, may, nature, self-guided, september