4-8 MARCH 2027
GRANFONDO STRADE BIANCHE
Siena – Tuscany
4-8 MARCH 2027
GRANFONDO STRADE BIANCHE
Siena – Tuscany
Legendary Tuscan gravel
4-8 MARCH 2027
Recommended Cycling Level
In our experience, you will enjoy our Strade Bianche program if you are an experienced gravel and road cyclist who seeks challenging riding surfaces, steep climbs, technical descents, and long days on the bike.
March weather in Tuscany can be cold and rainy. Participants should be experienced and comfortable with unpaved and sometimes rocky roads, rainy conditions, other cyclists, and traffic.
Tuscany’s hills and white roads inspire world class gravel cycling, including the pro Strade Bianche Monument and its amateur Gran Fondo. Tour Tuscany with our guides, cheer on the pros, then give it everything you’ve got in the Fondo.
WITNESS A TOP PRO RACE
YOUR ANDIAMO PACKAGE INCLUDES
CYCLING SERVICES
Local Italian guides Daily guided rides with two levels of difficulty Van support with professional mechanic Daily laundry service for your bike clothing
STRADE BIANCHE VIP RACE NUMBERS
VIP ENTRY AT THE FRONT OF THE PELOTON, IN THE FIRST GRID, SECOND GRID (351-1000) OR THIRD GRID (1001-2000)
PINARELLO BIKE RENTAL
Pinarello Grevil bike rental included
CYCLING GEAR
Full Andiamo kit: cycling bibs, jersey, cap, socks, summer gloves, light wind vest and arm warmers by Castelli, 2 water bottles. Rear lights, computer mount for Wahoo or Garmin, and Shimano or Look pedals are included with your bike rental.
Assioma power meter pedals compatible with Shimano or Look cleats and/or Kask Protone Helmet rental are available at extra cost.
ACCOMMODATIONS
4 nights in the city of Siena (from Thursday 4th to Monday 8th March 2027)
Optional extra nights at Garda Bike Hotel in Peschiera del Garda (Lake Garda area) before or after.
DINING
Extensive Italian Breakfast Buffet
Cycling food (sandwiches, beverages and energy supplies during rides)
Lunch in hotel or in typical restaurant during the rides – Saturday lunch in Siena not included
Multi-course dinners at restaurants specializing in local cuisine
PROGRAM FOR NON CYCLISTS
Non-cyclists always enjoy breakfast, dinner and after ride special activities with partner. Our professional travel staff can suggest other regional highlights.
TRANSFERS
Private van transportation from Verona airport to Peschiera del Garda
Group van transportation for participants from Peschiera del Garda to Siena *
Group van transportation for participants from Siena to Peschiera del Garda *
* With prior notice, it might be possible for the van to pick up or drop a participant in Florence city center or Florence airport on the way to Siena or on the way back to Peschiera del Garda.
At extra cost we can arrange private transfer to all the major airports of northern Italy (Florence – Milano – Venice – Bergamo) at your best suitable timing.
INSURANCE
Cancellation – Assistance – Medical expense Reimbursement – Luggage Insurance. For more info click here
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
MASSAGE: Massage Area with masseur and physiotherapist available with prior arrangement.
DAILY PROGRAM
THURSDAY 4 MARCH 2027
We recommend that you arrive and stay at Enjoy Garda Hotel / Garda Bike Hotel on 04th March, so that we can get an early start on 05th March for our trip to Tuscany. Otherwise, plan to meet us mid-day in Siena (we could also pick you up in Florence along the way).
Arrival in Siena, light Lunch, easy welcome ride Dinner and overnight.
RIDE OF THE DAY: Arrival easy ride
38 km – 23 mi / 610 m – 2100 ft
FRIDAY 5 MARCH 2027
We’ll scout out the roads of the Gran Fondo, a twisty and undulating course, with no long climbs but with punchy hills, especially on the unpaved parts. We’ll ride to enjoy the beautiful short route with its hills and ancient buildings, as well as stop for photos and get familiar with the challenging climbs. We will be supported by our local guide, plus a van and our driver/mechanic. We’ll also stop for lunch long the way. Late afternoon, we’ll head to a beautiful wine estate, where we’ll have a wine tasting of the classic Chianti and Sangiovese wines of this region, along with a true farm to table dinner, with local and regional products.
RIDE OF THE DAY: mediofondo test short
52 km – 32 mi / 670 m – 2198 ft
RIDE OF THE DAY: mediofondo test long
70 km – 43 mi / 1000 m – 3280 ft
SATURDAY 6 MARCH 2027
After breakfast, we’ll have an optional pleasant morning ride in the hills around Siena, while the pro race is being fought nearby. In the afternoon we’ll watch the arrival of the pro’s in Siena city center. This evening, we’ll dine together and review our plans for the next day’s Gran Fondo including a review of the itinerary, and meeting points.
RIDE OF THE DAY: Saturday easy ride
35 km – 21 mi / 470 m – 1541 ft
SUNDAY 7 MARCH 2027
This is the day of our “Gran Fondo Strade Bianche.” Riders can choose between two routes – a long course of 142.5km, featuring 54.7km of gravel, or a shorter option at 86.8km with 21.6km of white roads. You will be up front leading the way for the peloton, astride a Pinarello Grevil. After completing the Granfondo, we’ll enjoy a well-earned lunch, and share our ride triumphs and experiences. In the evening, we’ll celebrate together with a gourmet experience, where you can eat one of the most famous Italian dishes, Bistecca alla Fiorentina, a nice big juicy steak from the famous Chianina breed of cattle.
RIDE OF THE DAY: Strade Bianche Medio Route
86 km – 53 mi / 1430 m – 4691 ft
RIDE OF THE DAY: Strade Bianche Gran Fondo
138 km – 85 mi / 2000 m – 6561 ft
MONDAY 8 MARCH 2027
After breakfast we’ll return to Peschiera del Garda or to the airport.
HOTEL OPTIONS
LAKE GARDA
Enjoy Garda Hotel / Garda Bike Hotel ****
The original bike hotel located in the south of Lake Garda & Verona, offering customized services for all cyclo-tourists. 42 rooms and 3 suites come with a wide range of high-quality services in order to provide you with comfort and quality. This is Andiamo Cycling headquarter on Lake Garda
SIENA
NH Hotel ****
The NH Siena, formerly known as NH Excelsior, is in a great place for tourists. A short walk takes you into the heart of Siena, with its wealth of historical landmarks, Gothic architecture and pavement cafés.
SIENA
Hotel Chiusarelli ***
Since 1870, the three-star Hotel Chiusarelli is located in the city centre of Siena (Tuscany). The hotel is in a neoclassical villa and has been completely renovated in harmony with the original style of the palace, with its magnificent frescoed rooms.
EXTRA BENEFITS MAKE THIS TOUR OUTSTANDING
PINARELLO BIKES
INCLUDED
GREVIL F
The Grevil is Pinarello’s fast gravel bike. It has comfortable geometry and the right gearing to tackle Tuscany’s hills.
E-bikes are not permitted in the Gran Fondo.
- Size available: from 47 to 60
- Group set: Shimano GRX
- Tires: Vittoria 35mm
The Grevil is our all-purpose bike that is perfect for most cyclists, and what most of our guests use. It has relaxed geometry making it a comfortable bike, wider tires and longer wheel base, perfect to handle the cobblestone and rough pavement that we often encounter and lower gearing to tackle our bigger hills.
CASTELLI CYCLING KIT
INCLUDED
As a gift, you will receive the Andiamo Cycling Kit by famous italian brand Castelli.
The full kit will consist of Scicon race bag with jersey, bibs, hat, socks, wind vest, rain jacket and arm warmers.
PRICING
Package price starting from €3.499,00
Ask us for an offer
TRUST US – 20 YEARS IN THE BUSINESS
ANDIAMO STAFF
Silvia
Booking Manager
Fabiana
Booking Agent
Nicola
Founder & guide
Alberto
Founder & guide
Davide
Head Guide
Simone
Guide
Elisa
Guide
Roberto
Driver & mechanic
