gastronomIC & CULTURAL DISCOVERY
CYCLING tour

BASQUE COUNTRY
Saint-Jean-de-Luz, FRANCE
4-11 september 2025

A breath of fresh air — ocean breeze and green hills in the historic cycling region split between Spain and France.

Here you’ll find stunning nature, a mild climate, and perfect roads. Basque gastronomy is rightfully world-famous. Picturesque Atlantic beaches offer summer enjoyment.

Luxurious resorts of Saint-Jean-de-Luz and San Sebastián await us, promising vibrant leisure and cultural experiences beyond training.

BEST IN CLASS EXPERIENCE:

ACCOMMODATION

We'll live in an Basque style villa in a quite place, meticulously recreated from a historical rural estate and offering modern comfort; every rider has his own fully equipped suite
GASTRONOMY

We are in the center of Basque coast which is great to indulge in what local cuisine has to offer - pintxos in San Sebastian, lobsters in Biarritz, oysters in Bayonne and much more; you are to enjoy one of the best food experiences in Europe - Basque restaurants consistently lead multiple global ratings
CYCLING

Ride through lush rolling hills on the French side or climb into pre-Perenees to the Spanich border - cycling is diverse in terms if difficulty and landscapes. Fully supported cycling - professional guide will ride with you ensuring any help you might need. E-Bike option is available. Support vehicle is there for you when you need it
ALL INCLUSIVE

Total peace of mind for you, as epico organised the entire trip end to end: airport pick up, accommodation, logistics and your cycling experience

ACCOMMODATION

We'll live in an idyllic place in a beautiful villa where you can enjoy some dolce vita after our bike rides

MEALS

During your entire stay, our own chef will serve full-board meals for you

THE ESSENCE OF TUSCANY - HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TRIP

SIENNA
MONTEPULCIANO

VALL D'ORCIA'S GEM
TUSCAN ICONIC HILLS

CYPRESS DOTTED ROADS
RADDA IN CHIANTI

HEART OF CHIANTI
PIENZA

HEART OF VAL D'ORCIA
CASTELLO DI BROLIO

RICASOLI WINERY VISIT
STRADE BIANCHE

EROICA'S ICONIC ROADS
DARIO CECCHINI

WORLD'S MOST FAMOUS BUTCHER
SAN GIMINIANO

NEW YOURK OF THE MIDDLE AGES

PROGRAM DAY BY DAY

DAY 1

<div style="font-size: 28px;" data-customstyle="yes">TRANSFER, WELCOME APERITIVO & WARM UP RIDE<br /><br /><span style="font-size: 22px; font-weight: 300;">ASCIANO</span></div>

TRANSFER, WELCOME APERITIVO & WARM UP RIDE

ASCIANO

You'll have time to settle down in your new home for this week and rest up. If time allows we will do a short warm-up ride.

In the evening we'll enjoy an Italian grigliata on the terrace overlooking the Tuscan hills.

DAY 2

CYCLING DAY 2: VAL D'ORCIA

SAN QUIRICO, PIENZA, MONTEPULCIANO

We open the riding program without much ado - straight into Tuscany's most classical ride in the Val d'Orcia - passing some of the most iconic hilltop towns of the area.

You'll ride a stretch of the famous gravel road - Strade Bianche - totally unforgettable experience that's so unique to Southern Tuscany.

Quick lunch in Pienza in a selected and pre-booked place with some bruscettas and pasta in local style. The town is famous for Pecorino di Pienza, a delicious aged sheep’s cheese, paired perfectly with local wines.

OFF THE BIKE DAY 2:
CASTELLO DI BROLIO

WINE TASTING VISIT & SUNSET SPOTTING

Castello di Brolio is a magestic historic castle and winery owned by the Ricasoli family since 1141. It played a key role in Italian winemaking, as Baron Bettino Ricasoli developed the original Chianti formula in the 19th century.

The estate produces prestigious wines, particularly its flagship Chianti Classico Gran Selezione. We will visit the castle on the sunset and taste some fine wines.

<div style="font-size: 28px;" data-customstyle="yes"><span style="font-weight: 400;">OFF THE BIKE DAY 2:</span><br />CASTELLO DI BROLIO<br /><br /><span style="font-size: 22px; font-weight: 300;">WINE TASTING VISIT & SUNSET SPOTTING</span></div>

DAY 3

CYCLING DAY 3:
INTO THE HEART OF CHIANTI

RADDA IN CHIANTI

The hilltop town of Radda in Chianti was once the Capital of the ‘Chianti League’. In a way, this is still true today as few towns in the Chianti can match Radda’s charming Medieval layout. And its expansive views over the vineyards are quite remarkable. In Radda, Chianti Classico wine is king, the ruling tipple in all the town’s rustic enoteche, gorgeous shops

OFF THE BIKE DAY 3:
SIENNA

OLD TOWN & DINNER

Take a walk in Tuscany's gem - Siena. Indulge in cultural immersion through its medieval streets, stunning Piazza del Campo, and the majestic Duomo di Siena. Explore hidden alleys, historic palaces, and artisan shops. End with authentic Tuscan dining—pici pasta, wild boar, and Chianti wine—in a charming trattoria, embracing Siena’s timeless allure.

<div style="font-size: 28px;" data-customstyle="yes"><span style="font-weight: 400;">OFF THE BIKE DAY 3:</span><br />SIENNA<br /><br /><span style="font-size: 22px; font-weight: 300;">OLD TOWN & DINNER</span></div>

DAY 4 / WEDNESDAY

<div style="font-size: 28px;" data-customstyle="yes"><span style="font-weight: 400;">CYCLING DAY 4:</span><br />MEDIEVAL MANHATTAN<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: 300; font-size: 22px;">SAN GIMINIANO</span></div>

CYCLING DAY 4:
MEDIEVAL MANHATTAN

SAN GIMINIANO

Crossing through the Elsa Valley in a tough and hilly route. We will stop for a coffee in a historic Castello di Celsa and moving to the goal - the Tuscan iconic town of San Giminiano nicknamed the New Your of the Middle Ages for its towers.

OFF THE BIKE DAY 4:
PANZANO

FOR FOODIE'S & MEAT LOVERS

There’s a reason Panzano is one of Chianti’s most appreciated food capitals. The poet-butcher (TV celebrity) Dario Cecchini has his butcher shop here; a kind of Tuscan style fast food, done really well. Here you can have an incredible burger, or tuck into a juicy bistecca in front of an open fire. It’s the real thing. Meat lovers should visit Solociccia - the restaurant just in front of the shop.

<div style="font-size: 28px;" data-customstyle="yes"><span style="font-weight: 400;">OFF THE BIKE DAY 4:</span><br />PANZANO<br /><br /><span style="font-size: 22px; font-weight: 300;">FOR FOODIE'S & MEAT LOVERS</span></div>

DAY 5

QUICK MORNING RIDE & CHECK-OUT

Before we check-out and take you to the airport, we still might squeeze in a quick morning ride for the farewell glimpse of the Tuscan hills which for sure will give you sudden waves of nostalgia when you see the photos!

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE

ACCOMMODATION: beautiful villa where everyone has a separate suite
MEALS: our own chef makes sure your breakfasts, lunches and dinners are delicious and fulfilling
CYCLING: professional cycling guides (max 4 riders per each guide), support, sport nutrition
SIGHTSEEING: visiting the most important and beautiful towns and places, accompanied by professional guide
LOGISTICS: from the airport pickup to departure and everything in between, everything is taken care of for you

This Tuscany cycling & wine tour is an unbeatable combo of absolutely top gastronomic experience & gentle cycling touring. Fall in love with the Tuscany lifestyle and enjoy each ride as much as off-the-bike activities.

gastronomIC & CULTURAL DISCOVERYCYCLING tour BASQUE COUNTRYSaint-Jean-de-Luz, FRANCE4-11 september 2025

gastronomIC & CULTURAL DISCOVERY
CYCLING tour

BASQUE COUNTRY
Saint-Jean-de-Luz, FRANCE
4-11 september 2025