“Expand your horizons”
16 Day Tuscany, Sardinia and Corsica Guided Motorcycle Tour
Venice - Florence - Siena - Olbia (Sardinia) - Arbatax - Alghero - Santa Teresa Gallura - Cinque Terre, Italy; Porto - Bastia (Corsica), France
Ultimate Italy and France Motorcycle Tours
Starting from the romantic city of Venice, full of historical splendor, Adventure Roads Limited will take you on a ride through amazing Tuscany full of awesome hilly landscapes, scenic roads, vineyards, amazing cuisine, and marvelous historic towns. Then hopping to the hidden jewels of Italy and France, Islands of Sardinia and Corsica. Through the beauty of Tuscany, you will be passing the Tyrrhenian Sea and landing the bikers paradise! Amazing Sardinia and Corsica will take your breath away and hijack you into the beauty of its nature, wilderness, sceneries, some of the most beautiful sunsets you have ever seen, and some of the best roads you have ever ridden. The wilderness of these islands in a combination with the beauty and safety at the same time makes this tour one of the ultimate motorcycle tours and a definite must ride.
Key information
- Terrain: asphalt
- Bike: personal or rental bike (BMW R 1250 GS Adventure / R 1250 GS / R 1200 GS / F 750 GS, Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT / V-Strom 650)
- Mileage: 2,030 kilometers (1,260 miles)
- Daily rides: 150 - 350 kilometers (93 - 217 miles)
- Riding gear: Available to rent
- Meals: 15 breakfast, 10 lunches, and dinners except on rest days
Highlights
- Tour starts and ends in Venice
- Visit the Ducati museum and factory
- Taste wonderful specialties in Bologna, the culinary capital of Italy
- Relaxing ride among Tuscan's hills and vineyards, wineries, and restaurants
- Amazing ride across Sardinia and Corsica, a well-kept secret of the Mediterranean
- Explore Florence, Siena, Santa Teresa or Bonifacio, and Cinque Terre during the rest days
- Enjoy the motorcycle paradise full of twisty roads and unspoiled stretches of coasts
- 15 nights accommodation in high rated hotels
Skill level
- Advanced
Styles
10 riding days
Group size: 6-16 participants
Airport transfer included:
Venice Marco Polo Airport
Accommodation
You will be accommodated in high-rating (4*) hotels or private accommodation. Riders can choose to stay in a private room or share a room with another rider.
Moto Tours Europe has based their offer on the concept of holistic and authentic experiences. This means they pay special attention to providing a perfect balance of different experiences included in each of their tours: high-quality motorcycles and the best scenic roads are paired with the best of the local cuisine and the exclusive and unique accommodation.
The regions that you ride through were carefully selected to offer not only natural beauty and pleasant roads, but also to enable you to experience the related social, cultural, and traditional aspects of the areas they visit.
The true experience of any location cannot be achieved by merely enjoying the view from the comfort of your bike. It is necessary to step down once in a while and immerse yourself in the local culture by tasting the products of the land you have enjoyed watching, and by feeling the comfort of the accommodation style typical for the area. Whenever possible, the meals and accommodation arranged by Moto Tours Europe will reflect this philosophy.
Program
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Venice
Welcome to one of Italy's most precious cities, the stunningly romantic Venice! Benvenuti a Venezia! Your guide will welcome you at the Venice airport and take you to your hotel. After you take some rest and relax, you will enjoy dinner in one of the authentic Italian restaurants where you can have a wide variety of typical Italian dishes in the lively but relaxing atmosphere of this marvelous city.
Day 2: Venice - Bologna - Florence
You will leave Venice after breakfast, heading towards Bologna, where you will visit a place where the famous Ducati is produced. You will visit the Ducati Museum and the insides of the Ducati factory, where you will have a chance to see the production of those passion-inspired bikes that instantly fills the biker's heart with love! Afterward, you will enjoy a visit to the historical center of Bologna, the city called the culinary capital of Italy, where you will be able to taste many of its wonderful specialties and create a memory of this marvelous region full of life and joy! In the evening, you will arrive in Florence for a dinner.
Day 3: Rest day in Florence
Today, you will enjoy a well-deserved rest and treat yourself with a relaxing tour around the breathtaking Florence, the capital of the Tuscany region! Florence is home to some of the world’s most famous Renaissance art and architecture, including Michelangelo’s 'David', Botticelli’s works in the Uffizi Gallery, and the Duomo Basilica. You will have a full day of rest, which you can spend exploring this beautiful city and its cultural and historical sites, as well as the typical local food and the famous Tuscany wines.
Day 4: Florence - Siena
Today, you will enjoy a relaxing ride through some of the most beautiful Tuscan areas, a famous Chianti region, the very nice curvy roads between the hills and vineyards, wineries, and Tuscan restaurants. A scenic ride accompanied by a true Tuscan experience will fuel all your senses before arriving in Siena in the late afternoon or early evening.
Day 5: Rest day in Siena
A beautiful medieval city of Siena offers a variety of things to do while on the rest day. However, if you would like to spend the rest day resting on a motorbike, Adventure Roads Limited will be happy to have as well a ride through the areas of Montepulciano and Montalcino, providing you with great curvy roads, hills, and charming small villages.
Day 6: Siena - Livorno - Ferry to Olbia (Sardinia)
Leaving Siena in the morning, you will hit the road toward the Mediterranean coast to the port of Livorno. An enjoyable scenic road will take you through some of the beautiful Tuscan towns such as San Gimignano and Volterra and you will reach the ferry port in Livorno in the late afternoon in order to board the overnight boat that will take you to the next days of a great adventure to follow - the amazing Sardinia and Corsica.
Day 7: Olbia - Arbatax
Early morning, you will reach Sardinia and the city of Olbia. Once on solid ground, you will have a short coffee and hit the exciting roads of the magical Sardinia. Riding along the coast toward Arbatax, you will enjoy the motorcycle paradise full of twisty roads, beautiful sceneries, and amazing local food.
Day 8: Arbatax - Orgosolo - Losa - Alghero
Leaving Arbatax in the morning, you will take some truly wonderful local roads through the Sardinian inlands, all the way to the city of Oristano, known for its quiet but memorable charm. The route will reveal to you some of the true hidden gems of Sardinian inlands, such as the town of Orgosolo, famous for its murals dating from the 60s of 20th century, a truly amazing UNESCO World Heritage site, then ancient Nuraghe in Losa, Roman ruins on the west coast near Oristano, a picturesque village San Salvador and an amazing coastal road leading you to the beautiful town of Alghero.
Day 9: Alghero - Santa Teresa Gallura
The ride continues along the beautiful shores and breathtaking views. You will enjoy the day riding the amazing coast reaching the beautiful town of Santa Teresa Gallura, a charming town surrounded by beautiful beaches and resorts.
Day 10: Rest day Santa Teresa Gallura
You will enjoy the rest, tasting delicious local cuisine, resting on some of the amazing sandy beaches, and having leisure time in one of the famous Sardinian places. Cantered around the main town square with its shops and restaurants, the territory of Santa Teresa includes rugged stretches of coastline, ancient archaeological sites, charming towns, old wartime fortifications, and dozens of beaches.
Day 11: Bonifacio - Porto
Passing the strait of Bonifacio, the thrilling town of Bonifacio and the cliffs of Corsica will announce the amazing natural landscapes and thrilling days that are in front of you. It is one of the must-see sights approaching by boat to the shores of Corsica.
The journey continues alongside the amazing shores of Corsica, offering stunning views and a wild landscape, and here you understand further why Corsica and Sardinia are often called a well-kept secret of the Mediterranean.
The stunning coastal ride between amazing rocky formations on one side at the altitude of a few hundred meters above sea level and the sea on the other side offers one of the most beautiful rides ever experienced, particularly in the sunset time. It is a true must-see and unforgettable ride you will wish to repeat.
Day 12: Porto - Bastia
This scenic ride and stunning views continue along the shore and today you will exchange it with a bit of ride into the hilly inlands of Corsica. You will again get back to the coast, continue the ride, and head to Saint Florent, a beautiful coastal vacation town where you will stop for a while and continue your ride around Cap Corse (the northern peak, peninsula of Corsica).
Cap Corse, the area, is known for having some of the best vineyards on the Island. Forty kilometers long and only fifteen across, the rocky peninsula of Cap Corse gives access to some exceptionally beautiful and unspoiled stretches of coast. You will reach Bastia in the late afternoon or early evening.
Day 13: Bastia - Livorno - Cinque Terre
Another amazing riding day is ahead of you! In the morning after breakfast, you will depart Bastia and board the ferry that will take you to Livorno in a 4-hour time. From Livorno, you will ride to Cinque Terre where you will have a great authentic dinner in one of the towns.
Day 14: Rest day in Cinque Terre
It is time for a little break in one of the most picturesque areas of the Mediterranean, a beautiful Cinque Terre. You can spend the day visiting 5 towns Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Monterosso (there is an option to do it fast, by train from La Spezia or by boat). The views from the boat are truly amazing and since you will have enough time, this is the best option to enjoy the day to the fullest.
Day 15: Cinque Terre - Venice
From Cinque Terre to Venice, you will take one of the best Italian inland routes that will take you across the Apennine mountains. On your way, you will be having an opportunity to visit the Ferrari Museum in Maranello near Modena. In the evening, you will end the day with a farewell dinner in Venice.
Day 16: Departure from Venice
Depending on your flight schedule, you could enjoy a relaxing sightseeing time in Venice or simply have a coffee on Piazza San Marco. Adventure Roads Limited will organize your transfer to the airport.
Motor types
Suzuki V-Strom 650
- Seat height: 835 mm (32.9")
- Weight: 213 kg (468 lbs)
- Power: 69 HP (50 kW)
Suzuki V-Strom 1000 XT
- Seat height: 850 mm
- Weight: 233 kg (514 lbs)
- Power: 101 hp (74 kw)
BMW F 750 GS
- Seat height: 815 mm (32,1'')
- Weight: 224 kg (494 lbs)
- Power: 77 HP (57kW)
BMW R 1200 GS
- Seat height: Regular: 850/870 mm (33.5/34.3''), Low: 800/820 mm (31,5/32,3'')
- Weight: 244kg (536 lbs)
- Power: 125 HP (92 kW)
BMW R 1250 GS
- Seat height: Regular: 851/871 mm (33.5"/34.3"), Low: 800/820 mm (31.5"/32.3")
- Weight: 249 kg (549 lbs)
- Power: 136 hp (100 kW)
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure
- Seat height: 890 - 910 mm (35.0 - 35.8'')
- Weight: 268 kg (590 lbs)
- Power: 136 hp (100 kW)
Skill level(s) required for this tour: Advanced
Advanced:
- can ride for 5-6 hours
- extensive riding experience
- assistance on demand (if required)
- experienced with riding a variety of motorcycles
- comfortable with any terrain and weather conditions
Location
This motorcycle tour covers the highlights of Italy and France's must-see regions including Venice, Florence, Siena, Pisa, Cinque Terre, Bonifacio, Bastia, coastal ride of Corsica and Sardinia, vineyards of Tuscany.
Siena
Siena is likely Italy's loveliest medieval city. Siena's heart is its central piazza known as Il Campo, known worldwide for the famous Palio run here, a horse race run around the piazza two times every summer.
Movie audiences worldwide can see Siena and the Palio in the James Bond movie, Quantum of Solace. Siena was an important center of painting, sculpture, and architecture, and has several notable works dating from the early Italian Renaissance.
Bonifacio
Bonifacio is on the southern coast of Corsica, separated from the Italian island of Sardinia by the 11-kilometer-long Strait of Bonifacio, which is named after the town. The two islands were once joined, but volcanic activity tore them apart, leaving huge shards of granite rock in the turquoise waters. The seafloor here is now dotted with wrecks of pirate ships and ancient vessels which crashed against the many crags, and has become a mecca for divers.
There are few towns that can boast such a dramatic, seemingly precarious position as Bonifacio! Teetering perilously atop an eroding limestone promontory that juts out into the sea, east to west, for around1.5 kilometers, it has to be seen to be believed.
Food
Daily breakfast is included. All lunches and dinners are also included in the cost of the guided tours, except on rest days. Dinners are usually à la carte and you can order anything that’s on the menu. Moto Tours Europe pays special attention to organizing meals in local restaurants, so guests could try local specialties.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
What's included
- Airport transfers upon your arrival and departure
- Experienced guide on a motorcycle
- Top model motorcycle with hard/lockable case(s) including third-party liability insurance and comprehensive vehicle insurance
- Support vehicle with an additional motorcycle, your luggage, and support necessities
- 15 nights accommodation in high-rating (4*) hotels or private accommodation
- 15x breakfasts during the tour
- 10x lunches during the tour except on free/rest days
- Dinners except on rest days; in authentic local restaurants whenever possible
- One drink per person during lunches and dinners
- Fuel for your bike during the tour
- Entrances to national and nature parks
- Tolls, transfers, and ferry rides
- Tour description booklet with maps and highlighted routes
What's not included
- Airline tickets
- Tolls
- Drinks
- Personal spending
- Speeding and traffic violation penalty tickets
- Tips
- Anything not listed in "What's included"
- A security deposit of 2,000 EUR (it can be lowered by the VIP or Super VIP insurance)
- Riding gear rental
How to get there
Recommended Airports
VCE
Venice Marco Polo Airport
7 km
Transfer included
Airport: Venice Marco Polo Airport
Airport transfer included: Venice Marco Polo Airport
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 12.1% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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