Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive San Martino
Make your own way from Rome or Florence to San Martino. Upon arrival at the hotel, you will receive your travel documents and rental bicycle. In the evening enjoy a welcome drink on the sun terrace.
Meal: Nil
Stay: Hotel Alla Posta dei Donini
Day 2 Assisi
The river Tiber is not many kilometres away. Cycle along the river valley past the shimmering sunflowers and wheat fields. From afar you will see the dome of Santa Maria degli Angeli, which is a pilgrimage church. It is well worth taking a break here. There is a short ascent up to Assisi after the church. The town of Saint Francis lies impressively on the edge of Mount Subasio. Cycle back down into the Tiber valley back to your accommodation.
Meal: Breakfast
Stay: hotel
Cycling Distance: 50 KM approx.
Day 3 Todi
The typical, Umbrian landscape accompanies you today on your ride to Todi. Between the olive groves, keep on getting magnificent views across the Tiber valley. In the spring, the gorse shines vibrant yellow and in summer it is the turn of the sunflowers. In the distance, see where you are headed for, Todi. Admire the medieval Piazza del Popolo whilst drinking a creamy cappuccino. In the evening take the train back to San Martino in Campo.
Meal: Breakfast
Stay: hotel
Cycling Distance: 50 KM approx.
Day 4 Umbria
Today’s ride to Umbria is through golden wheat fields that are only interrupted by lush green vineyards and silver shimmering olive groves. The route gently undulates as you head from village to village. At the well-known Chiorri vineyard there is a wine tasting session waiting for you. But not just fine wine, you will also enjoy a traditional lunch on the terrace with a beautiful view all around you. Afterwards you only have to cycle a few kilometres to return to your hotel.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Stay: hotel
Cycling Distance: 40 KM approx.
Day 5 Montefalco
There are three cultural highlights making for an entertaining ride today. Bettona perches majestically like a swallow’s nest on a small hill and has a medieval flair with its narrow roads. You also immerse yourself into Bevagna and its ancient history. To top the day off, visit Montefalco, which is a medieval town surrounded by a wall and that has breathtaking views across the valley. In the evening, return to the hotel by bus transfer.
Meal: Breakfast
Stay: hotel
Cycling Distance: 40 KM approx.
Day 6 Lake Trasimeno
Pedal through olive groves and small Umbrian villages until you get to Lake Trasimeno. It will glisten in front of your eyes and entice you in for a swim. Enjoy the extensive views of the surrounding area once again with the shining sunflower fields and the lush green vineyards. Take a break in one of the traditional Trattorias that you pass on your way and enjoy the Italian hospitality whilst drinking a good glass of Umbrian Grechetto.
Meal: Breakfast
Stay: hotel
Cycling Distance: 60 KM approx.
Day 7 Depart San Martino
Rest and relax until check out time. Make your own way to Florence or Rome airport for your onward journey.
Meal: Breakfast
Inclusions
~ 6 nights hotel accommodation;
~ 6 buffet breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 wine tasting, 1 welcome drink;
~ luggage transfer between hotels;
~ bike rental with bike insurance (option for e-bike available);
~ detailed cycling route map;
~ transfer by bus from Todi to San Martino in Campo (including bicycle);
~ transfer by bus from Montefalco to San Martino in Campo (including bicycle);
~ GPS-data available;
~ service hotline.
Exclusions
~ air travel to Italy;
~ return transfer from airport to hotel;
~ tourist visa to Italy (if applicable);
~ lunches & dinners;
~ travel insurance;
~ provision of helmet;
~ hotel tourism tax;
~ expenses of personal nature;
~ anything not mentioned in the itinerary & inclusion.
Important Notes
~ A non-refundable deposit of 30% is required at the time of booking. Balance payment will be collected 60 days prior to departure.
~ This trip is self-guided.
~ Should you require a visa to enter Italy, it is your responsibility to obtain such document before departure.
~ Please only book your air ticket to Italy when you have been informed to do so.
~ Because cycling requires certain level of cardio and stamina exertion, it is not suitable for members with chronic and/or acute disease. Please consider your physical condition before booking. Members must ensure they are medically and physically able to cycle.
~ Trip grading is an indication on the difficulty of the activities included. Preparation and engaging in regular exercise to maintain good physical condition and active lifestyle prior to the trip will be most beneficial in ensuring you have full enjoyment of the trip. We are glad to discuss your concerns and answer your queries.
~ Our utmost priority is always the safety of the cyclist. Therefore, the route and inclusion may be altered due (not limited) to bad weather, accommodation book out, local conditions, and/or other unexpected circumstances beyond control. Travel Wander and its Operator reserve the right to make changes necessary and there will be no refund should you decide to discontinue with the trip or event.
~ There is no refund should you wish not to take part in any of the included experiences as per illustrated in the itinerary.
~ Every effort is made to ensure the trip and included experiences take place during the ideal time or period of the year, however certain sights are subject to weather conditions and seasonal variations that are not within the control of Travel Wander. Although you may get to see and/or experience, we cannot guarantee the sightings.
~ Provision of meals during the trip showcases local authenticity, cuisine and food culture of the places we are visiting. All food allergies and dietary restrictions must be disclosed to Travel Wander at the time of booking. We will use reasonable efforts to accommodate special requirements or requests but this is not always possible given the nature of the destinations visited and availability of options. We cannot guarantee that dietary needs or restrictions can be accommodated. Travel Wander is not liable for failure to accommodate or fulfil such requests. Meal supplementary charges may be imposed to meet your dietary needs.
~ Because cycling requires a certain level of cardio and stamina exertion, it is not suitable for cyclists with chronic and/or acute disease. Please consider your physical condition before booking. Cyclists must ensure they are medically and physically able to cycle.
~ If cyclist presents difficulty in completing the ride of the day, we strongly discourage the cyclist from continuing for the day with top priority on the safety of the cyclist (and travel companions) in mind. The cyclist can fast track to the next accommodation making use of public transportation (where available) or booking private transfer at cyclist’s own expense. Cyclists can use mobile applications such as Google Search, Google Map, etc. to source for fast-track options.
~ Cyclist may choose to terminate the ride early during any time of the planned cycling day or make it a rest day, and fast track to the next accommodation by making use of public transportation (where available) or booking private transfer at cyclist’s own expense. Should the cyclist wish to partake in other activities or sightseeing on the rest day, it will be at the cyclist’s own expense. Cyclists can use mobile applications such as Google Search, Google Map, etc. to source for fast-track options.
~ There is no refund for uncompleted cycling distances or missed inclusions.
~ Purchasing comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended. See HERE for details.
~ By making a payment to Travel Wander LLP, you (and on behalf of the rest of travelling companions) acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to Travel Wander’s Booking Conditions and Other Important Information: Cancellation and Amendment, Modes of Payment, Privacy Policy, Indemnity Policy, and Terms & Conditions.
