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Bike from Florence, center of the Renaissance, into "Chianti Classico" wine country. A winding, panoramic route takes us to the fairy-tale village of San Gimignano, with its turreted, 12th-century skyline; and on to the crooked streets and palaces of Siena, frozen in the middle ages.

Here's what previous travelers have said about The Flavors of Tuscany

"I had high expectations going into the trip and Alyson exceeded every one of them. This trip has spoiled me for all future vacations, because the bar has been raised so high."
    —Jeff Welshans, Harrisburg, Penn.

"The best trip of my life. Everything including the weather was perfect."
    —Bill Venne, Minneapolis, Minn.

"Bike all you can, then eat all you want. Add in stunning scenery, flowing wine, and new friends to discover it all with. The result? The best vacation of my life."
    —Doug Kline, Minneapolis, Minn.

"Flavors of Tuscany featured all the things I've come to love about Alyson Adventures: great sights, intimate views, action-filled days, and great people. The trips are a good value for the money."
    —Dane d'Alessandro, San Francisco, Calif.

"The trip is extremely well organized. Every detail is covered. All you have to do is show up & have fun!"
    —C. K., New York, N.Y.

"Flavors of Tuscany was the third ride with Alyson. All have been great.. The guides, the routes, the food & lodging. More intimate & enjoyable than with other tour operator rides I have taken."
    —M. V., New York, N.Y.

"Thank you for creating this unique tour company. You've made the world a friendlier place for us to explore."
    —Anthony J. Chiu, Corte Madera, Cal.

"Perfect from start to finish, except that it had to end. A great way to see the country, learn some history and cycle together!"
    —Bill Larsen, Charlotte, N.C.

"See a country by bike, it's a great way to take in the whole experience!"
    —James Southin, Toronto,

"I biked 30 kilometers in five days and still gained five pounds. The food was excellent!"
    —Dan Ryan, Richmond, Va.

"A great time. The Volpaia day was one I'll always remember, along with gorgeous scenery. Thanks for another great trip!"
    —Lisa DiRocco, Medford, Mass.

"As the only woman among 6 men, I was made to feel comfortable & welcome. The guys were great!"
    —Jamie Trachtenberg, Brooklyn, N.Y.

"An exciting physical challenge done along side some great men"
    —Bob Ackley, Ogunquit, Maine

"What a way to let go: cycle through the beauty of Tuscany, enjoy the hospitality and lifestyle of the italions and learn about wine along the way."
    —B. S., San Francisco, Calif.

"The scenery is spectacular, the comeraderie developed with other bikers and guides was special. A beautiful trip I will not forget."
    —Rafi Rico, Coral Gables, Fla.

"Be ready for some pretty strenuous biking, but the vistas and cities are strikingly beautiful."
    —B. N., Long Beach, Calif.

"Difficult for the novice but if you are in decent shape and love adventure, this is the trip for you!"
    —A.J. Shepard, Corte Madera, Cal.

"Beautiful rides, somewhat strenuous but well worth the effort. Easy to enjoy the 20th to the 1st centuries all in one trip."
    —Dylan Deardorff, MD, Alexandria, Va.

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