GRANFONDO STRADE BIANCHE - Gold Package
Siena – Tuscany
RECOMMENDED CYCLING LEVEL
We welcome guests of any cycling ability, and do our best to accommodate them in all the Andiamo tours.
In our experience, you will enjoy our Strade Bianche program if you are an experienced gravel and road cyclist who seeks challenging riding surfaces, steep climbs, technical descents, and long days on the bike.
March weather in Tuscany can be cold and rainy. Participants should be experienced and comfortable with unpaved and sometimes rocky roads, rainy conditions, other cyclists, and traffic.
WHITE GRAVEL, ICONIC TUSCANY
Tuscany’s strade bianche roads define gravel cycling, and our Tuscano guide Daniele takes you to the best in the beautifulTuscan countryside.
WITNESS A TOP PRO RACE
Three-time winner Cancellara called the Pro Strade Bianche the Sixth Monument, and two-time winner Pogačar might agree. Cheer at the finish in Siena’s Piazza del Campo.
RIDE THE LEGENDARY GRAN FONDO
When you power through the crowd up Via Santa Caterina and into the Piazza just like a pro, you’ll be tired, dusty and proud to be among 8000 of the toughest amateur gravel riders in the world.
MEDIEVAL SIENA, STEPS AWAY
From the top of the Duomo to the fragrant offerings of Pasticceria Nannini to our gourmet dinners, the UNESCO World Heritage City of Siena is just outside our hotel.
We recommend that you arrive and stay at Enjoy Garda Hotel / Garda Bike Hotel on 03rd March, so that we can get an early start on 04th March for our trip to Tuscany. Otherwise, plan to meet us mid-day in Siena (we could also pick you up in Florence along the way).
Arrival in Siena, light Lunch, easy welcome ride Dinner and overnight.
We’ll scout out the roads of the Gran Fondo, a twisty and undulating course, with no long climbs but with punchy hills, especially on the unpaved parts. We’ll ride to enjoy the beautiful short route with its hills and ancient buildings, as well as stop for photos and get familiar with the challenging climbs. We will be supported by our local guide, plus a van and our driver/mechanic. We’ll also stop for lunch long the way. Late afternoon, we’ll head to a beautiful wine estate, where we’ll have a wine tasting of the classic Chianti and Sangiovese wines of this region, along with a true farm to table dinner, with local and regional products.
After breakfast, we’ll have an optional pleasant morning ride in the hills around Siena, while the pro race is being fought nearby. In the afternoon we’ll watch the arrival of the pro’s in Siena city center. This evening, we’ll dine together and review our plans for the next day’s Gran Fondo including a review of the itinerary, and meeting points.
This is the day of our “Gran Fondo Strade Bianche.” Riders can choose between two routes – a long course of 142.5km, featuring 54.7km of gravel, or a shorter option at 86.8km with 21.6km of white roads. You will be up front leading the way for the peloton, astride a Pinarello Grevil. After completing the Granfondo, we’ll enjoy a well-earned lunch, and share our ride triumphs and experiences. In the evening, we’ll celebrate together with a gourmet experience, where you can eat one of the most famous Italian dishes, Bistecca alla Fiorentina, a nice big juicy steak from the famous Chianina breed of cattle.
After breakfast we’ll return to Peschiera del Garda or to the airport.
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Enjoy Garda Hotel is ideally located just steps from the picturesque shores of Lake Garda, offering breathtaking views and easy access to various water activities. Guests can unwind by the outdoor pool or explore nearby vibrant attractions. With modern rooms, a wellness area, and an on-site restaurant featuring local cuisine, this hotel enhances every aspect of your stay.
Experience the charm of Tuscany at Hotel NH Siena, ideally situated in the heart of the historic center. Enjoy modern rooms with stunning views of the hills, and indulge in regional cuisine at the on-site restaurant. With proximity to Piazza del Campo and excellent meeting facilities, it’s perfect for both leisure and business.
CYCLING SERVICES
Local Italian guides
Daily guided rides with 2 levels of difficulty
Van support with professional mechanic
Daily laundry service for your bike clothing
GRANFONDO VIP RACE NUMBERS
VIP ENTRY AT THE FRONT OF THE PELOTON, IN THE FIRST GRID
VIP PASS for PRO RACE
Start Experience with Team Bus Access & Finish Line Experience Access to the Hospitality Area at Start with bar service & on the final straight Food catering service Race broadcast live on TV screen
Pinarello Grevil bike rental included
Full kit Andiamo: cycling bibs, jersey, cap, socks, summer gloves, rain jacket, light wind vest and arm warmers by Castelli
2 water bottles
Rear lights, computer mount for Wahoo or Garmin, Shimano or Look pedals
Assioma power meter pedals compatible with Shimano or Look cleats (available at extra cost)
Kask Protone Helmet rental (available extra at cost)
4 nights in Siena (from Thursday 4th to Monday 8th March 2027) in front of the START LINE at Hotel NH 4*
Optional extra nights at Garda Bike Hotel in Peschiera del Garda (Lake Garda area) before or after.
DINING
Breakfast
Cycling food (sandwiches, beverages and energy supplies during rides)
Lunch in hotel or in typical restaurant during the rides – Saturday lunch in Siena not included
Multi-course Dinners at restaurants specializing in local cuisine
Non cyclists always enjoy breakfast, dinner and after ride special activities with partner
Regional highlights suggested
Private van transportation from Verona airport to Peschiera del Garda
Group van transportation for participants from Peschiera del Garda to Siena *
Group van transportation for participants from Siena to Peschiera del Garda *
* With prior notice, it might be possible for the van to pick up or drop a participant in Florence city center or Florence airport on the way to Siena or on the way back to Peschiera del Garda.
At extra cost we can arrange private transfer to all the major airports of northern Italy (Florence – Milano – Venice – Bergamo) at your best suitable timing.
Cancellation – Assistance – Medical expense Reimbursement – Luggage Insurance. For more info click here
PRIVATE TRANSFER TO MILANO – VENICE AIRPORTS
We can arrange private transfer to all the major airports of northern Italy (Florence - Milano – Venice – Bergamo)
SINGLE ROOM
If you would prefer to stay in a single room, please let us know
MASSAGE
Massage Area with masseur and physiotherapist available with prior arrangement.
We stay at 4 star hotels in the historical center of Siena, near the race departure and where all the action is. You can walk around the city streets and visit this wonderful town in your spare time. You will not waste any time traveling to Siena from a remote location.
Guaranteed vip entry FIRST GRID With almost 8000 participants, this is the premier place to be.
Our guides scout and design custom routes for each day. There are 2 levels of guided rides, one for avid cyclists and one for more relaxed riders. Van support is always available.
Don’t bother with the hassle of packing and carrying your bike and risking damage during travel. Our luxury bike makes it easy to just show up and ride.
Our all-purpose bike that will provide you with comfort and performance on any of our daily rides.
Size available: from 43 to 60
Group set: Shimano GRX 610 2/12 speed, Chainrings 46/30t, Cassette 11/36t
Tires: Vittoria 37mm
The Grevil is our all-purpose bike that is perfect for most cyclists, and what most of our guests use. It has relaxed geometry making it a comfortable bike, wider tires and longer wheel base, perfect to handle the cobblestone and rough pavement that we often encounter and lower gearing to tackle our bigger hills.
Since 2005, we create cycling holidays for guests from all around the world. Our home is Garda Bike Hotel, on Lake Garda, one of the most famous bike hotel. Each year we create unique cycling experiences for over 1000 guests.
We are not a foreign agency that sells trips and outsources the management of clients to third parties. Nor are we just local cyclists, who operate without any controls. Nicola, Davide, Elisa or Alberto are always present in person with our staff at every event.
We are a certified tour operator, with all the official documentation. We are Italians and our headquarters are in italy.
We include with all our tours insurance for cancellation, assistance, medical expense, reimbursement, lost luggage. Not all tour operators include this service.
Most of our trips will run when between 3–4 people are booked. We have never cancelled a trip due to low numbers. However, there is no guarantee of this in the future. If we cancel a trip, we will give you full credit to be applied to any other one of our trips within 2 years.