Cycle the Via Francigena - Siena to Rome
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Highlights
- Exploring the renowned cities of Siena and Rome
- Admiring the sunset over Lake Bolsena
- Cycling on the old Via Cassia and to ancient Etruscan roads
- Discovering the thermal pool in Bagno Vignoni, the amphitheatre of Sutri, and the pilgrim district in Viterbo
- Enjoying delicious Italian delicacies along the way
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Make your own way to the first hotel in Siena. Siena is one of the most beautiful towns along the Francigena. You can spend time walking through its paved streets, looking for coats-of-arms on the walls of the contradas, or climbing the Torre del Mangia to enjoy a uni...
Your bikes will be waiting for you this morning at the hotel, from where you will start your cycle today over the crests of the Val d’Arbia which offers unforgettable views. You will start the day along the typical dirt roads of Siena, pedaling as far as the fortified...
Today your journey continues with fabulous views of the Val D’Orcia. Just beyond San Quirico you will enter a timeless world, visiting Vignoni Alto. You can also enjoy a reinvigorating dip in the thermal waters of Bagno Vignoni. You will test your strength with a shor...
From Radicofani you will head towards one of the most exciting sections of the Via Francigena, leaving the Fortress behind you and travelling along the old Via Cassia, surrounded by scenery of infinite hills dominated by Monte Amiata. You can explore on foot the Roman...
Today you will cycle through woods and olive groves, on a route that will offer constant views of the lake. You will cross an area famous for the production of extra virgin olive oil, which we recommend you sample on a piece of fragrant local bread. Arrive in Montefia...
From Viterbo the journey continues towards Vetralla. This is Etrurian territory, stomping ground of the ancient Etruscans, who left their mark in tomb cities throughout the region. Just outside Vetralla there are some fascinating necropoli. Continue pedaling through t...
From Sutri you will cycle towards Campagnano and on to Formello. During today’s ride you will pass the Mount Gelato waterfalls, where you can stop for an invigorating dip (weather permitting). Continuing along the panoramic road of the Veio Nature Park will bring you ...
Today marks the last cycle of the trip, with just 34km between you and the Eternal City. This morning you will continue across the countryside of Lazio, which you would never guess lies so close to a metropolis. You will need to cross a brief section of trafficked roa...
Arrangements conclude after breakfast. Extra nights can be arranged in Rome.
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