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She felt an immediate convergence of inspiration. Villa Val d’Orcia was a beautiful blend of old-world charm and modern comforts. She spent her mornings cycling Tuscany’s famous strade bianche, marvelling at the rustic architecture along the way.

Three men and three women, read to do the ‘cycling Tuscany’ and the ‘hiking Tuscany’ to discover how beautiful and fascinating the strade bianche truly are.

As soon as she landed in Florence, she was enveloped in a world of timeless beauty. It was the best time to visit Tuscany, and she had chosen the Val d’Orcia as her destination for her long-awaited holiday.

His journey led him to Val d’Orcia, a land adorned with rolling hills and vineyards, where he could just sit at a table and relax with a glass of Brunello di Montalcino in his hand.

From the vineyards that produce the Brunello di Montalcino red wine to the cobbled streets of charming villages, every corner of the Val d’Orcia seemed to beckon her closer. Cycling and hiking are the best way to explore Val d’Orcia, breathing in the essence of this wonderful part of Tuscany.

With each sip of Brunello di Montalcino and every drizzle of olive oil, he fell deeper in love with the flavours of Tuscany, making his vacanze a truly unforgettable experience.

Arriving at a quaint vineyard nestled among the hills, she was greeted with open arms by the vintner, who welcomed her to experience the essence of Brunello di Montalcino. With each sip, she tasted the rich history and passion that went into crafting this exquisite wine.

His journey took him through the vineyards which provide the grapes for the world-famous Brunello di Montalcino wine, and along the winding strade bianche, where every curve revealed a new vista worthy of his lens.

Theirs was not a holiday in Tuscany, but it was not just about training either. The members of the team could sample the famed countryside trails on the hills of Val d’Orcia, ‘hiking Tuscany’ and ‘cycling Tuscany’, going up for a better view of the breathtaking landscapes.

From the must-see places in Tuscany like the ancient town of Montalcino to the thermal baths of Bagno Vignoni, to the incredible strade bianche, she explored it all.

Arriving in Val d’Orcia, she remained speechless in front of a panorama that stretched as far as the eye could see, with fields of golden wheat swaying gently in the breeze. She wasted no time immersing herself in the local culture, indulging in the exquisite flavors of Brunello di Montalcino and savoring the culinary delights of the region.

They visited must-see places in Tuscany, from the medieval charm of Radicofani and Pienza, to the incredible hot springs of Bagno vignoni, immersing themselves in the rich history and culture that enveloped every corner.

Among the top destinations in Tuscany were the towns touched by the iconic strade bianche, the white gravel roads that led to hidden gems tucked away in the Tuscan countryside: Montalcino, Asciano, Torrenieri…