Giro di Toscana

The cycling camp in Tuscany is a week-long training trip to one of Europe's most iconic cycling regions.
It combines planned training sessions, work on riding technique and recovery in conditions that are ideal for building form, but also for simply enjoying the ride.

Routes lead through the hills of Val d’Orcia, classic tarmac hairpins and sections of the famous white gravel roads known from Italian races.
The camp is led by EliteCore Track Team riders, who will share their experience and do their best to show you Tuscany from the finest cycling perspective possible.

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Where?

Tuscany is a place where cycling stops being training and becomes an experience.

Rolling hills, the white gravel of the Strade Bianche, cypress trees lining the road to the horizon and light that turns every route into a film still. It's a region where every kilometre has character - from technical climbs to smooth, fast stretches through the vineyards.

This is no random destination.
It's a classic of European cycling.

When?

Dates: 19-26 July 2026

Imagine a week of riding in the heart of Tuscany, when the landscape shimmers with the gold of ripening fields and vineyards stretch to the horizon. The 19-26 July dates are the quintessence of the Italian summer - warm mornings, long sunny days and magical sunsets that taste best after a good training ride.

It's a time when the day begins with easy kilometres along cypress-lined avenues and ends with dinner together over local wine and Italian cuisine. Here, training blends naturally with relaxation - intensity gives way to quality, and every kilometre is not just an effort but an experience.

A camp on these dates means full immersion in a lifestyle that combines sport, nature and pleasure.

Who is it for?

This camp is for those who want more from cycling than just “ticking off kilometres”. For people who appreciate good riding, beautiful surroundings and the atmosphere of training together.

It's ideal for amateurs and intermediate cyclists. Groups of friends, couples and families with children (by prior arrangement with the organiser) will also feel right at home - everyone will find their own pace, and riding together creates a unique atmosphere on the trip.

It's also for people who want to combine sport with the pleasure of travel - discovering new routes, flavours and places without giving up on being active. Whether you want to take the next step in your sport or simply enjoy a week in cycling style - this camp is for you.

Training groups are matched to participants' level and ability

Camp format

The camp is planned as 6 days of riding on 6 unique routes that let you fully discover the charms of Tuscany.

Each stage comes in two versions:

PRO - for those looking for a bigger challenge, at a speed of at least 25 km/h, and
LIGHT - a shorter version (approx. 50% of the distance) at a speed of up to 25 km/h, ideal for less experienced riders, families with children or anyone who prefers a more relaxed ride.

*each group will ride with a “LEADER” who will keep the right pace and organise the group.

Every day we travel to the start of the route by minibus with the bikes, so we make the most of our riding time in the most interesting areas. All stages are loops - we start and finish in the same place, which makes logistics very convenient.

Participants receive ready-made routes in GPX format, compatible with devices such as Garmin or Wahoo, for easy and safe navigation.

Riding style? Romantic cycling 😉

Meaning not just training but an experience: we stop for espresso, discover the local cuisine, admire the views and explore atmospheric places. What matters here is not just the distance, but also the journey and the atmosphere.

What should you bring?

Cycling equipment:

bike
helmet (compulsory)
cycling shoes
water bottles

Cycling clothing:

2-3 kits (jerseys + shorts)
cycling socks
gloves
light jacket / windbreaker / rain jacket
gilet
sunglasses

Accessories and maintenance:

bike computer / GPS + mount
chargers (Garmin, phone, Di2, etc.)
spare inner tube / tyre / repair kit
mini pump or CO₂
multitool

Recovery and health:

gels / bars / electrolytes
sunscreen
chamois cream
basic first-aid kit / medication

Documents:

ID card or passport
EHIC (European Health Insurance Card)
private insurance policy (personal accident + medical expenses + third-party liability - printed or on your phone)
driving licence (if you plan to drive)
payment card + cash (EUR)

Recommended equipment

The recommended equipment is a road bike or a gravel bike - most routes are on tarmac, but there will also be gravel sections known from the Strade Bianche, so we recommend wider tyres (28-32 mm), optional gravel wheels or a little luck to avoid mechanicals 😉

Route plan

DAY I - PONTEDERA - PISA - LUCCA

DISTANCE: approx. 80 km (approx. 40 km LIGHT)
ELEVATION GAIN: approx. 300 m (approx. 100 m LIGHT)
Tuscan landscapes of the Arno valley, the sights of Pisa including the Leaning Tower, and the picturesque walls and old town of Lucca.

DAY II - POGGIBONSI - VOLTERRA - SAN GIMIGNANO

DISTANCE: approx. 85 km (approx. 40 km LIGHT)
ELEVATION GAIN: approx. 1500 m (approx. 700 m LIGHT)
The hills of Tuscany with views of vineyards and olive groves, taking in medieval Volterra and San Gimignano, famous for its distinctive towers.

DAY III - SIENA (STRADE BIANCHE)

DISTANCE: approx. 75 km (approx. 40 km LIGHT)
ELEVATION GAIN: approx. 1200 m (approx. 600 m LIGHT)
A day around Siena on the famous Strade Bianche gravel roads, with views of rolling hills, vineyards and the characteristic Tuscan cypress avenues.

DAY IV - PIENZA - GLADIATOR VIEW POINT - MONTEPULCIANO - MONTALCINO

DISTANCE: approx. 85 km (approx. 40 km LIGHT)
ELEVATION GAIN: approx. 1800 m (approx. 800 m LIGHT)
A stage through the picturesque Val d’Orcia, from Pienza through the iconic landscapes at the Gladiator View Point and the Montepulciano area to the wine town of Montalcino.

DAY V - FLORENCE - CHIANTI

DISTANCE: approx. 90 km (approx. 45 km LIGHT)
ELEVATION GAIN: approx. 1500 m (approx. 700 m LIGHT)
From Florence into the heart of Chianti, with views of vineyards, hills and classic Tuscan landscapes.

DAY VI - RECOVERY RIDE AROUND POGGIBONSI + FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING OFF THE BIKE

DISTANCE: approx. 40 km (approx. 25 km LIGHT)
ELEVATION GAIN: approx. 800 m (approx. 400 m LIGHT)
A ride around Poggibonsi through peaceful Tuscan landscapes, followed in the afternoon by sightseeing in Florence - this time without the bike 😉

Price

PLN 4000 / person - double room
PLN 5000 / person - single room

The price includes: breakfast at the hotel, transport of 1 bike and 1 piece of luggage per person from Poland by minibus, prepared and tested cycling routes (GPX) in several versions, on-site support from the organiser, insurance, water, and ongoing logistical and mechanical assistance throughout the trip (pump, bike tools, etc.).

The price does not include lunches, dinners or bills during coffee breaks 😉

Minibus transport from Poland is available on request (included in the price); for those travelling independently, we recommend the Ryanair flight from Wrocław to Pisa Airport on 19 July, returning on 26 July (airport transfers included).

*the distance from Pisa Airport to the Hotel Toscana Ambassador is approx. 90 km

Indicative fares on the Wrocław - Pisa route are usually around PLN 300-500 one way (Ryanair).

Accommodation

We will be staying at the comfortable 4-star Toscana Ambassador hotel in Poggibonsi - an excellent base for the region's cycling routes.
Participants will have spacious double rooms, also available for single occupancy, ensuring a comfortable rest after a day in the saddle.

Every day starts with breakfast served at the hotel, giving you energy for the kilometres ahead and time to prepare calmly for training.

The hotel also offers facilities that are especially important to us - there will be a lockable room for secure bike storage, and in front of the hotel entrance there is an area where bikes can be washed after training.

If you would like to take part in the Camp, you will need to sign a Camp participation agreement with us. Please read the detailed information about the Camp.
If, having read the above information about the Camp, you are interested in taking part, please complete the form below, which is for information purposes only. Completing this form will allow us to reserve hotel rooms for you.

Join the trip and enjoy a cycling adventure in the heart of Tuscany!