adventure
Le Marche Traverse
Discover the most beautiful, unsung corners of Le Marche.
From north to south, explore Marche's diverse landscapes between the Apennines and the Adriatic Sea. Sink into the region's simple pleasures and timeless elegance with every detail handled and thoughtfully considered. Allow the anticipation of picturesque, undulating terrain to propel your training.
duration
group limit
8 days / 7 nights
Up to 12 guests
start location
finish location
Pesaro
Paggese-Santa Maria
total distance
total elevation
550 km
10,200 meters
what guests say
"It was a trip of a lifetime."
Stephanie and Klaus
Outstanding Terrain Between the Apennines and Adriatic
Our 570-kilometer route traverses the heart and fringe of central and southern Tuscany, with the Cima Coppi at 940 meters. Following in the tire tracks of legends — from Gino Bartali to Strade Bianche victors — you’ll ride through landscapes cloaked in cycling heritage. It’s here, immersed in Toscana’s iconic painting-like vistas, that evoke a sense of wonder and bring you home to your happy place.
Idyllic Beaches, Enchanting Caves and Hilltop Villages That Connect Sport with Beauty
Life is good here in Tuscany: The food is the best and the people are wonderful. Think of hours pedaling winding country roads, post-ride gelatos in nearby piazzas and leisurely afternoons sipping Campari Spritz.
It’s the land of space, silence, time and freedom — to think, to let your mind wander and to dream. It’s the place to let the unbound natural beauty lift you and take you to another realm.
Distinctive Hotels and Curated Dining Along One Inimitable Route
We encourage solo missions and quests inward, yet often our greatest learnings are in the company of others: old and new friends. So how about you come along and sink deeper in love with Tuscany and deeper in love with life?
Day-to-Day Itinerary
Trip Inclusions
We design our trips to unfold like a symphony. From the moment you arrive, our kindhearted, knowledgeable team takes care of everything. As a small Lucca-based company with fewer than 150 guests annually, we consider you family, not a reservation number.
- Accommodations at three- and four-star boutique hotels
- One wine-tasting, a guided city tour, and an aperitivo
- Two expert on-road guides
- Top-level mechanic and daily bike maintenance
- Ride food and en route lunches provided by our performance chef
- Support vehicle stocked with ride food, water and spare parts
- Daily dinners with drinks
- Bi-weekly laundry service for cycling clothing
- Ride With GPS event access and detailed routing
- Daily luggage transfer
- Vetted and scouted trip design
- Airfare
- Bike rental
- GPS navigation device
- Trip cancellation and travel protection
- Gratuities for the trip team (see FAQ)
- Beverages ordered beyond normal amounts
- Credit card processing fees
- Transfers to and from the trip start and finish
Arrival & Departure Suggestions
where to arrive
We recommend arriving at Milan Malpensa (MXP) for international flights or Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) for connecting flights. Many trains run from either airport to the Pesaro station.
Importante: We suggest arriving in Italy at least a day before the trip starts to adjust to the time zone and minimize the risk of missing the start due to flight-related delays.
where to depart
Our trip team and vehicles will return to Lucca via Bologna, with drop-offs available at any eastern coastal train station or in Bologna. From there, trains connect to Milan Malpensa (MXP) or wherever you’re headed next.
Questions? Be Our Guest!
Dates & Availability
2027 dates
price
September 17 - 24
€4495
Single Supplement
€550
A Single Supplement is applied to secure a private room.
Notes from Lucca Cycling Club Founder & Trip Designer, Alison Testroete
Over 15 years ago, I said “yes” to racing for a small Lucca-based cycling team. I discovered the spellbinding beauty of the Tuscan countryside and an infinite selection of roads. A whimsical decision turned into an obsessive pursuit of deep subject-matter expertise. 150,000 kilometers and an established vocation later, I present you with my version of how you ought to pedal la Toscana.
what guests say
"Alison's knowledge of the best routes is astonishing."
Bernadette