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CHIANTI & GRAN FONDO STRADE BIANCHE



28 February - 4 March 2024





€899 | £769 | $979*


​Deposit only €199


Bring a non-cycling companion for €599​

To stay for a shorter or longer amount of time, please contact us


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RIDE INTO THE LEGEND , TAKE PART IN THE GRAN FONDO STRADE BIANCHE





Everybody that is into cycling knows the famous gravel race 'Strade Bianche'
We designed a unique Cycling Holiday basing us on the heart of the Chianti area for you to ride the unique 'white roads of Tuscany', and take part to the "Strade Bianche" Sportive on Sunday.
The events have two routes for you to choose from: the 'Gran Fondo' and the 'Medio Fondo'.
The 'Gran Fondo' is 139km with 31.4km of white roads.
The 'Medio Fondo' is 86km with 26.6km of white roads.
The start and finish of both routes is the same, with the finish in Piazza Del Campo, the main square of Siena.
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We are OFFICIAL TOUR OPERATOR for the Gran Fondo Strade Bianche - Ride Like into the legend!



What's included

  • 5 Nights in the stunning Hotel Palazzo Leopoldo Dimora Storica & SPA 4* in the town of Radda in Chianti
  • 5 Buffet breakfast at the hotel
  • All ground transportation
  • All luggage and bikes transfers
  • Airport transfers at the details below
  • Every day guided cycling routes
  • Support during the Gran Fondo event on Sunday

What's not included

  • Flights
  • Dinners - organised with a few great restaurants in the area
  • Gran Fondo entry that can be done with us:
    €105 - bib number from 2000-3600.
    €110 - bib number from 1000-2000.
    €130 - bib number from 300-1000.
    €160 - bib number from 1-300.
    We are the OFFICIAL TOUR OPERATOR of Gf Strade Bianche!
    With the entry, you will get: race number, sportful body fit pro jersey, sitip technical vest, technical gadget, race kit, breakdown assistance, medical care during the event, feeding zones, broom wagon service, pasta party at the finish.
  • Single room limited availability at €49/night
  • Bike rental (details below)
  • Wine tasting and cooking classes available on site


​Flight Details & Airport Transfers

From and To Dublin (Ireland):


28/02/24:
Dublin to Milan Bergamo
FR4038 at 6:20am


04/03/24
Bologna to Dublin
FR9457 at 12:05pm

If planning to come on the Monday (7 nights)
Dublin to Bologna
FR 9456

If planning to come on the Friday (3 nights)
Dublin to Pisa
FR 5309



TRIP AT GLANCE





START & FINISH LOCATION: Radda in Chianti

DAYS RIDING: 5 days


TOTAL DISTANCE: 400 km apprx


GROUP SIZE: 15/20 max (2 groups on the road each day divided on abilities)


LEVEL: Open to anybody


LONGEST DAY: Day 4 - Gran Fondo Strade Bianche



DAY TO DAY BREAKDOWN



Click on each day to see strava routes





CHIANTI LOOP



It's the first day!
​Today we spend the day riding around the beautiful Chianti area. Castellina in Chianti, Monteriggioni, Gaiole in Chianti are all places that we will cover during today's stunning ride.



WHITE ROADS



Today's ride brings you back on time. A total of 115km with many sectors of white roads and beautiful countryside.



COFFEE RIDE & PRO RACE CHEERING



Today is our easiest day on the bike before tomorrow's Gran Fondo. Coffee ride around Radda and Castellina.
After that, we head into Siena to watch and cheer up the Pro Race!



GRAN FONDO STRADE BIANCHE



It's the big day! #RideIntoTheLegend



NORTH VILLAGES



Optional route in the north villages or rest day before your flight home.



ACCOMODATION



We have selected the best accommodation and location to ensure that our customers have the greatest experience possible



BIKE RENTAL



PINARELLO PRINCE DISK
WITH ELECTRONIC SRAM GROUP



€345 for 5 Days



PINARELLO PRINCE RIM BRAKES
WITH ULTEGRA



€295 for 5 Days



PINARELLO PARIS DISK
WITH ULTREGA



€240 for 5 Days



PINARELLO PARIS DISK
WITH ELECTRONIC SRAM GROUP



€295 for 5 Days



GRAVEL SANTA CRUZ STIGMATA CC



€345 for 5 Days



GRAVEL CERVELO ASPERO



€345 for 5 Days



DE ROSA NICK



€190 for 5 Days



YOUR TOUR GUIDES



Professionals, with many years of experience.



MATTEO CIGALA



Founder & Head Coach



Since founding Cigala Cycling Travel in 2015, Matteo has been leading over 10 tours per year. A former pro and current amateur racer, Matteo is the 2022 European Champion Gran Fondo.



AMEDEO TABINI



Tour Guide Leader



A former pro cyclist, Amedeo is a cycling tour guide for a decade. It is one of the most experience guides that you will ever find, counting almost over 1000 days on tours.
Finally, Amedeo is a qualified massage therapist.



MARINE LENEHAN



Tour Guide, Nutritionist, Massage Therapist & Yoga Teacher



Current European Champion Gran Fondo Women, Marine has a vast knowledge in cycling as well as individuals wellness.
She is a qualified sports nutritionist, massage therapist & yoga teacher.



CHIANTI, PRO RACE & GRAN FONDO STRADE BIANCHE



28 February- 4 March

€899 | £769 | $979*


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Memorable adventures. New friends.
Shared passion. Lifetime experience.

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