Tuscany & Umbria Frequently Asked Questions

We will send you detailed information about the Adventure in a Pre-Departure Packet once you register.

What is the weather going to be like?
The average high temperature in Tuscany and Umbria in September is a moderate 74 degrees Fahrenheit.  Evenings are nice, with low temperatures of an average 58 degrees.  It averages only 7 days of rain in September, so while we might get a few showers our chances are excellent for good weather.

What is the best way to get to the tour location and where do we meet?
We meet in the town of Chiusi in south central Tuscany and finish in Spoleto in Umbria. Both Chiusi and Spoleto are on main train lines from Rome and we will send you detailed information on getting to and from the tour location in your Pre-Departure Packet upon booking.

What should I do if I want to extend my vacation in the area?
Wow. Italy has so many things to do it is hard to choose. If you are interested in ancient monuments, visit Rome for sure.  If you are interested in art, stay after the tour in Florence and see Michelangelo's David sculpture.  If you want to do a little more hiking, head north to the Dolomites.

Do I need to be a wine expert to enjoy this tour?
You definitely don't need to be a wine expert to enjoy this tour. In fact, you don't even need any knowledge of wines at all. All you need is an open mind, an ability to discern what you like and don't like, and an adventurous spirit.

How much bicycling do we do?
We bicycle the final four days of the tour. Each biking day we have three different route options with an average of about 35, 50, and 70 kilometers (or 22, 31, or 44 miles). Our goal is to have short options everyone can complete and long options that will tire out even avid cyclists.  We have found in the past that non-cyclists who join us in Italy will do just fine biking in Umbria and avid cyclists will find our longer hill routes absolutely amazing.

What ability level do I really need to be for this tour?
This Adventure is rated For All Abilities. Because of our split activities, we manage the hills of Tuscany on foot and then enjoy the flat plain of Umbria on bikes.

Do you have bicycles for rent? Can I bring my own pedals and seat for the biking?
Yes. We rent excellent 27-speed Cannondale bikes for 25 Euros per day that are designed to handle the mix of pavement and gravel roads we use on this tour. You can bring your own pedals, shoes, and bike seat if you wish to "personalize" your bike with what you are used to at home.

For what type of people would you recommend this trip?
Wine lovers! Pasta lovers! Hikers! Bicyclists! Actually, we can recommend this trip for almost everyone. If you are a serious bicyclist or hiker, we have plenty of distance for you. If you prefer hanging out in towns and sampling the wines, we have more than enough of that to satisfy.

Where can I find more information about the area?
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