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Via Francigena - Section 8 Cycling
From Siena to Rome - ""
Walking: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - 10 - 11 - 12 - 13 - 14 - 15 - 16 - Guided: 16 - Cycling: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8
This last section of the cycling Via Francigena is linking two of the most beautiful city on the plantet, Siena and its UNESCO World Heritage centre, a typical and picturesque architecture, and Rome, nicknamed the "The Eternal City" because of its History and all the glorious buildings you can see there.
Your route will lead you into the Tuscany and the Lazio regions, surrounded by outstanding landscpaes, composed with hills, vineyards and lakes. Those hills are not difficult to climb, and you route uses only nice rolling roads/trails. You will pass through the Val d'Orcia, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, which has made famous by the artists of the Renaissance.
Following the footsteps of centuries of pilgrim, you will stay in 1,2,3 star hotel, and farmstay accommodation all en-suite. We transfer your luggage from hotel to hotel so you can travel comfortably with just a small backpack.
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Day by Day & Hotels
Hotels & country cottages have been carefully selected for their location, comfort, character, food, and friendliness of the staff. They are subject to availability and if the hotel described is not available, we will provide you with one of the same standard of comfort & price. Please click on hotel information below.
There are 7 days
Day 1: Siena
You will be booked in the centre of the town, in an ensuite room. .. read more >
Meals: N/A Luggage Transfer: No
You will be booked in the centre of the town, in an ensuite room.
Day 2: Siena to San Quirico d'Orcia
58km, +1038 m / -960 m: This outstanding cycling day takes you from the stunning centre o ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
58km, +1038 m / -960 m: This outstanding cycling day takes you from the stunning centre of Siena to the beautiful hills of the Val d'Orcia. MAinly on farm tracks, through the Tuscan hills, you will arrive in one of the most beautiful place in Italy, inspiration of the Renaissance artists and nowadays UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 3: San Quirico d'Orcia to Acquapendent ...
63km, +1679 m / -1693 m: After travelling through the stunning hills of the Val d'Orcia Na ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
63km, +1679 m / -1693 m: After travelling through the stunning hills of the Val d'Orcia Natural Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, your journey is slightly undulated until you reach Acquapendente, where you can enjoy the impressive Cathedral.
Day 4: Acquapendente to Montefiascone
54km, +824 m / -663 m: Right after your start, you will walk on a trail which will take yo ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
54km, +824 m / -663 m: Right after your start, you will walk on a trail which will take you down to the banks of the river Paglia. You will pass through the important agricultural town of San Lorenzo Nuovo. The town has a wealth of artistic and historicla sites of importance. The huge Lake Bolsena will loom into view as you make your way down to the town of Bolsena. Then, the route until Montefisacone is using rolling hills , through farmlands and woodlands. Montefiascone is a bustling town with many interesting sights with the Cathedral being the highlight. This is also a great place to sample the local cuisine and wine.
Day 5: Montefiascone to Sutri
55km, +758 m / -1070 m: This cycling day will take you throug the unspoilt landscape of La ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
55km, +758 m / -1070 m: This cycling day will take you throug the unspoilt landscape of Lazio. On your way you will cross Viterbo and its thermal baths. Avoiding the main roads, you will follow within undulated landscape, climbing small hills befre you reach you arrival in Sutri, which is a lovely little town with the Roman remains being the most notable sights as well as the clock in the centre of the town.
Day 6: Sutri to Rome
65km, +1082 m / -1331 m: The final cycling day of the Via Francigena will see you travel a ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast Luggage Transfer: Yes
65km, +1082 m / -1331 m: The final cycling day of the Via Francigena will see you travel along lovely wooded valleys with rocky outcrops along streams. Throug the beautiful landscape of the Lazio, you will see several Estruscan remains, before entering in Rome via the suburbs, and then reaching the Vatican.
Day 7: Rome
This is the end of your holiday, after your breakfast. .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast Luggage Transfer: Yes
This is the end of your holiday, after your breakfast.
Prices & Booking
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There is no intermediaries when booking with us, so feel free to contact us for advice, customisation or if you wish to combine several sections together. If you just wish to make a quick payment, submit your credit card and reference on our booking page. |
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Options: We can upgrade your holiday in 4, 5* and Paradors. We can also offer extra nights and airport transfers. Ask us!
Families: We are now offering 40% off prices for children aged between 3-9 years old, and 20% off prices for children aged between 10-17 years old. Children under 3 come free.
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Extra Nights |
Split Walking |
Airport Transfer |
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High Season |
759 |
919 |
Single: 95 |
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Mid Season |
739 |
879 |
Single: 90 |
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Low Season |
679 |
799 |
Single: 90 |
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PPS: Per person sharing
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General details
Difficulty: 1 2 3 4 5 What is this?
Distance: 267.5 km
Duration: 6 nights
Activity: 
Cycling
Comfort: In Style
Meals: Half Board
Available: All year round
Price: From €679
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(1,2) Leisurely (3,4) Stimulating (5) A Challenge
Our holidays are graded by 3 categories of difficulty: Leisurely, Stimulating and A Challenge. This grading system will allow you to select the ideal holiday for yourself or your group. We aim to offer you the best experiences and unforgettable memories on a holiday where your desire for a challenge, comfort and safety are our priority. As the abilities of everybody are different, it’s important that you decide on a holiday which best suits your own needs and capabilities. You should take some time to look over our grading system so you can decide which holiday is best for you!
How do we grade?
When grading our holidays we take 3 main factors into consideration: Distance, Gradient and Trail Type (i.e. mountain track, forest road, surfaced road, etc.)
Our Easy walking and cycling holidays are best for families with young children. With older children, experience and fitness level should be considered when deciding on a holiday.
Leisurely(1,2)
• Time: Under 5 hours per day on average.
• Gradient: Gentle, no steep climbs
• Trail Type: Walking path, easily accessible
• Suitable for: Everybody. Some easy preparation walks should increase your enjoyment.
Stimulating(3,4)
• Time: 5 to 7 hours / less than 20km per day on average
• Gradient: Up to 1000m ascent per day on average, possibility of some steep climbing
• Trail Type: Walking paths, mountain trails, not technically difficult
• Suitable for: Moderate level of fitness required. Some weekend walks of around 3-4 hours should help your preparation.
A Challenge (5)
• Time: Days can be over 7 hours / 20km
• Gradient: Days can be more than 1000m, some steep climbing
• Trail Type: Walking paths, mountain trails, can be technically difficult
• Suitable for: Good level of fitness required. Previous experience would be best. Regular weekend walks of 4-5 hours or more are advisable in the months leading up to your holiday. These should include some mountain walks.
To Siena
The two closest airports are Pisa and Florence.
Pisa Airport offers major flights for all major international airports, as well as low-cost flights (Ryanair or EasyJet). To go from there to Siena, you can take a bus outside the aiport going directly to Siena http://www.pisa-airport.com/aeroporto_di_pisa_196.html, which is a less than 2-hour journey.
To go from Florence airport, You have to take a bus going from the airport to the centre of Florence http://www.aeroporto.firenze.it/EN/index.php?percorso=contents&jk=17&curr=0, and then a train between Florence and Siena http://www.fsitaliane.it/homepage.html.
Back from Rome:
To Rome (Leonardo da Vinci - Fiumicino): There is a shuttle train to the airport, from Rome Termine Station, which takes about 30 mins.
To Rome (Ciampino): From Rome there are 2 options for getting to Ciampino Airport. (A) Take a 15min train to Ciampino and then a 5min shuttle bus to the airport. OR (B) Take a 45min bus to the airport from Rome Termine Station. Bus info www.adr.it/static/en/portal/portal/adr/Ciampino/Servizi/Come_raggiungerci/Arrivo_bus.html
Included:
Luggage transferred from hotel to hotel
Rooms en-suite
Half Board during the hike
Holiday Pack: inc. notes & map(s) & pilgrim passport, what to bring, language book
Not Included:
Flights
Insurance (recommended)
Drinks
Dinner first and last nights
Transfer from/to airport
Bike rental (extra)
