This coast-to-coast bike tour of Italy passes through four of Italy’s most beautiful regions: Le Marche, Umbria, Lazio and Tuscany, each known for its charming hilltop towns, lush landscapes and unique cuisines. We begin in Pesaro, a small resort town on the Adriatic Coast, just north of Ancona. We then pedal inland to Urbino, a thriving cultural center whose fairytale skyline is visible for miles. In the evening, the main piazza is often filled with townspeople, university students, artists, and musicians from around the world. From Urbino, we cycle along rivers, which have carved deep ravines through the lush mountains. We stop at the spectacular Grotte di Frasassi, Italy’s largest known caves. We then enter the gentle landscape of Umbria, which has inspired poets and painters from Dante to Raphael. The peaceful rhythm of this region envelops us in Assisi, the birthplace of St Francis, where friars stroll the narrow streets and birds cast playful shadows on the pink stone. Our relaxing and convenient base in Spello allows us to experience Assisi’s art, surrounding woods, wildflowers, and mystical spirit. […]
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