Tirreno-Adriatico Bike Trail: Cycling Across Central Italy

Individual arrival at the selected accommodation set in the stunning surroundings of Mount Argentario, between Porto Santo Stefano and Albinia.

• Terrain & Type: Arrival / Logistics
• Activities: Accommodation check-in and free time along the Argentario coast
• Logistics: Bed & Breakfast stay (overnight stay and breakfast) at the selected accommodation in the Argentario area. Overnight stay

The route climbs the hills of Lower Maremma along the Via Amiatina, one of the most scenic roads in Central Italy. The journey winds through the renowned Morellino vineyards and iconic Maremma countryside landscapes until reaching Saturnia. The day ends with well-deserved relaxation in its world-famous thermal waters.

• Terrain & Type: Gravel / Touring / Road | Low-traffic paved hill roads and scenic secondary paths immersed in the Maremma countryside
• Activities: Scenic ride along the Via Amiatina through Morellino vineyards, passing Maremma hamlets, and relaxing stop at the Saturnia thermal baths
• Logistics: Bed & Breakfast stay (overnight stay and breakfast) at selected accommodation in Saturnia. Luggage transfer included. Overnight stay

Today’s itinerary crosses the hills of Lower Maremma along the Via Amiatina, one of the most scenic roads in Central Italy. Depart from Porto Santo Stefano with an initial flat section offering views of the iconic Spanish Fortress. The route then climbs toward Magliano in Toscana through landscapes reminiscent of Ambrogio Lorenzetti's "Allegory of Good Government". From Magliano, the climb continues to the medieval village of Pereta before riding through the beautiful Morellino vineyards to Scansano. From here, sea views stretch from Mount Argentario to Giglio Island, taking in the central Tyrrhenian Sea, Montecristo, and on clear days, Corsica.

• Terrain & Type: Gravel / Touring / Road | Flat initial stretch, low-traffic paved hill roads, and scenic backroads
• Activities: Scenic ride along the Via Amiatina, view of the Spanish Fortress in Porto Santo Stefano, exploration of historic Magliano in Toscana and Pereta, cycling through Morellino vineyards, and scenic stop in Scansano
• Logistics: Bed & Breakfast stay (overnight stay and breakfast) at selected accommodation in Scansano (or surrounding area). Luggage transfer included. Overnight stay

Depart from Bagnolo/Piancastagnaio with an optional detour to the summit of Mount Amiata (1,750 m a.s.l., +900 m elevation gain), offering 360-degree views from Maremma and the Tyrrhenian coast to the Val d'Orcia. The main route heads toward Abbadia San Salvatore, featuring a breathtaking panoramic terrace over Radicofani, geothermal vents, and the clay hills of Val d'Orcia (UNESCO World Heritage Site). The itinerary continues to Bagni San Filippo, famous for its warm thermal waters. Climbing out of the valley past iconic zigzagging cypress trees and crossing the pass, sweeping views of Val di Chiana guide you to Montepulciano, a Renaissance gem near Lake Trasimeno.

• Terrain & Type: Gravel / Touring / Road | Low-traffic paved mountain and hill roads, scenic backroads, and panoramic climbs
• Activities: Ride from Bagnolo to Montepulciano, optional climb to Mount Amiata summit, stop at Bagni San Filippo thermal waters, scenic ride through UNESCO Val d'Orcia with iconic Tuscan cypresses, and arrival in historic Renaissance Montepulciano
• Logistics: Bed & Breakfast stay (overnight stay and breakfast) at selected accommodation in Montepulciano. Luggage transfer included.Overnight stay

Today the itinerary crosses into the green heart of Umbria. The first stop is Castiglione del Lago, launching a relaxing ride along the shores of Lake Trasimeno toward Magione. From Monte del Lago, a scenic climb leads up to Montecolognola, offering breathtaking views over Polvese Island and the sunlight sparkling on the water's surface. The route then continues along rolling terrain toward Pieve del Vescovo and Corciano, traveling through a remote, authentic, and unspoiled Umbrian countryside.

• Terrain & Type: Gravel / Touring / Road | Lakeside bike path, low-traffic secondary backroads, and rolling paved and gravel hill paths
• Activities: Scenic ride from Lake Trasimeno to the Umbrian hills, passing Castiglione del Lago, Magione, and Monte del Lago, panoramic climb to Montecolognola with views of Polvese Island, and exploration of the historic village of Corciano
• Logistics: Bed & Breakfast stay (overnight stay and breakfast) at selected accommodation in Corciano (or surrounding area). Luggage transfer included. Overnight stay

The day begins riding along the slopes of Mount Tezio toward Ponte Pattoli, crossing the Tiber River. From Casa del Diavolo, a steady and scenic climb begins, leading to the descent into Gubbio, a magnificent medieval city proudly perched on the slopes of Mount Ingino. Climbing up through the impressive Bottaccione Gorge, you finally reach the Madonna della Cima Pass (780 m a.s.l.), a strategic watershed along the Apennine ridge marking the transition from the Tyrrhenian to the Adriatic side.

• Terrain & Type: Gravel / Touring / Road | Low-traffic paved hill and mountain roads, steady backroad climbs, and short unpaved sections
• Activities: Scenic ride crossing the Tiber River, exploration of the medieval historic center of Gubbio, ascent through the famous Bottaccione Gorge, and reaching the Apennine watershed at Madonna della Cima Pass
• Logistics: Bed & Breakfast stay (overnight stay and breakfast) at selected accommodation in the Gubbio / Pass area. Luggage transfer included. Overnight stay

Crossing into Le Marche, the route visits the charming historic hamlets of Scheggia, Cagli, and Acqualagna, famous as a truffle capital. Cycling along the ancient Via Flaminia, you reach the dramatic Furlo Gorge, carved out by the Candigliano River. In this fascinating natural and historical setting sits the historic Antica Locanda del Furlo, a welcoming stop for over 150 years that hosted famous travelers including Mussolini on his journeys to Predappio, whose room still preserves its original period furnishings.

• Terrain & Type: Gravel / Touring / Road | Low-traffic paved valley and hill roads, historic secondary backroads, and short bike path sections
• Activities: Exploration of the historic hamlets of Scheggia, Cagli, and Acqualagna, cycling along the ancient Via Flaminia, crossing the Furlo Gorge State Nature Reserve, and historical/gourmet stop at the Antica Locanda del Furlo
• Logistics: Bed & Breakfast stay (overnight stay and breakfast) at selected accommodation in the Furlo / Acqualagna area. Luggage transfer included. Overnight stay

The itinerary continues along the Old Flaminia Cycle Path through the dramatic Furlo Gorge, running alongside the historic former Metaurense railway. The route offers an extraordinary immersion in history, nature, and local gastronomy, crossing the ancient Roman city of Forum Sempronii and stopping at the spectacular Giants' Kettles (Marmitte dei Giganti). Cycling past beautifully preserved hamlets, the route finally reaches Fano: your coast-to-coast journey comes to a triumphant close beneath the Arch of Augustus, the ancient gateway of the Via Flaminia and home to the town museum. Destination reached!

• Terrain & Type: Gravel / Touring / Road | Historic cycle path, low-traffic secondary backroads, and flat sections toward the sea
• Activities: Cycling along the Old Via Flaminia and Metaurense Railway, visit to the Forum Sempronii archaeological area, excursion to the Giants' Kettles, arrival at the Adriatic Sea in Fano, and tour finale celebration under the Arch of Augustus
• Logistics: Bed & Breakfast stay (overnight stay and breakfast) at selected accommodation in Fano. Luggage transfer included. Overnight stay

After breakfast at the accommodation, end of services and individual departure.