Handmade pasta with rich Tuscan ragù, Fiorentina steak grilled on open fire, pecorino with Chianti honey, fresh pici, local truffles, artisan breads baked in Borgolecchi’s own oven.
Chianti Classico from our neighbouring vineyards, Brunello di Montalcino, Super Tuscans, Vin Santo with cantuccini, espresso from our La Marzocca, and nightly Aperol Spritz at sunset.
Adante; the musical term for “at a walking pace.”
Unhurried Tuscany is our Chianti Classico experience, dialed back a gear. Same roads, same Borgolecchi, same Giro del Barone shakedown that starts every trip here, but with the throttle eased off so there’s real time to look up, pull over, and talk.
This is Chianti for riders who’d rather arrive at 4:30 with a full memory card than arrive at 2:00 with none. The days are shorter, the coffee stops are longer, and the guides know exactly which ridge to stop on for the light. You’ll still climb, Chianti doesn’t let you avoid that, but the pace leaves room for the parts of a trip that don’t show up on a route file: the conversation with the rider next to you, the shopkeeper in Volpaia who remembers your name by day three, the extra ten minutes on the wall above Castellina because nobody’s in a hurry to leave.
It’s the same Mangia, Beve, Bici philosophy our founder João Correia built inGamba on, just given more room to breathe.
Borgolecchi is a destination in itself. Non-riding companions can enjoy a full programme of cultural experiences, relaxation, and Tuscan exploration while you’re on the bike.
For cyclists who like to keep the legs turning without too much time out of the saddle. Expect gentle undulations, flowing roads, and a rhythm that lets you soak in the scenery as much as the ride.
Our own 15th-century property in Lecchi — a haven of calm, comfort and smiling faces surrounded by rolling countryside.
The latest DOGMA F engineered for any road, equipped with the lightest electronic groupset available. E-bike option also available.
Every breakfast, lunch and dinner — from handmade pasta to Fiorentina steak grilled while you watch. Wine, espresso and aperitivi included.
Pick-up from Porta Romana (10:30) or Florence Airport (11:00). Drop-off arranged on departure day at 8:30am.
High-tech performance meets luxury for the optimal riding experience with our Custom 36.5 kit.
Professional soigneurs with peloton experience ease sore muscles and prepare you for the next day.
Five mechanics work meticulously to ensure your Pinarello is race-ready every single morning of your trip.
Don't worry about chores whilst you're away, all cycling kit is cleaned overnight, so it’s fresh, dry and ready to go each morning.
Make use a beautiful day bag from Ideal & Co. Yours to keep after the trip.
Fill your pockets with fresh snacks, or make use of an entire Enervit collection.
Benvenuti in Italia! We keep the first ride short and easy on purpose, heading south through the quiet Chianti countryside before looping back north past the stunning Castello di Brolio and finishing on the home climb into Lecchi. It's the perfect shakedown, plenty of time to settle in, get the bike dialed, and meet the group over aperitivo before dinner.
A longer loop today, but still an easy-rolling one, skirting the edge of the Crete Senesi where the Chianti hills start to give way to the wide clay ridgelines further south. We'll stop for coffee in Castelnuovo Berardenga, no rush, before rolling back to Borgolecchi for lunch and an afternoon massage.
One of Chianti's prettiest routes, tracing the ridge between the abbey at Badia Coltibuono and the fortified hilltop village of Volpaia. We'll pause for coffee in the center of Gaiole before a leisurely lunch at Paola's, Bar UCCI in Volpaia, one of our favorite unhurried lunch stops in the region. Dinner tonight is a short drive out to Le Panzanelle, a countryside trattoria worth every minute of the trip.
The shortest ride of the week, a gentle spin out to Castello di Brolio and back, built entirely around conversation and the view. In the afternoon, choose your own adventure: a guided walking tour of Siena's medieval streets and the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo, or a massage and quiet afternoon at Borgolecchi. No aperitivo tonight, we'll save the energy for the days ahead.
The longest ride of the week, run in reverse for a fresh perspective on familiar roads. Coffee at Quercegrossa, then a relaxed lunch at Inn Piazza in Castellina in Chianti with a visit to the Rocca, the town's medieval castle. Tonight is one of the highlights of the trip: an aperitif and wine tasting at Ama Enoteca, followed by dinner at the storied Castello di Ama.
The biggest climbing day of the week, but still spun out at a pace built for photos, not personal bests. Coffee in the center of Castelnuovo di Berardenga, then back to Borgolecchi for a later, relaxed lunch and one last afternoon massage before our final dinner together.
This is our final morning together and after a leisurely breakfast, it will be time to say goodbye, or at least arrivederci, until we meet again. Transfers to the airport will be arranged by our hard-working crew but if you’re planning on staying a few extra days, let us know if we can help with reservations or a few recommendations.
You may hear sweet clarinet notes wafting toward your window at Borgolecchi, as our resident aristocrat practises his newfound love. We’re never quite sure if all of his stories are based in reality, but they are without doubt highly entertaining.
Giorgio is a supportive presence, encouraging you during challenging climbs and joining you in races if you’re up for it. His philosophy revolves around embracing life to the fullest and seizing every moment.
”"We're specifically trying to give our guests the closest experience of what it means to be in a pro team, at any speed."
With years of experience in the professional peloton, our mechanics and soigneurs bring WorldTour-level care to every detail of your ride. Up to five mechanics work meticulously each day to ensure your Pinarello is perfectly tuned and adjusted for you alone—not just race-ready, but dialed to your precise preferences. Meanwhile, our soigneurs draw on their own experience as professional riders to anticipate your needs before you voice them: bottles filled and positioned exactly right, ride food prepared and timed to fuel you through the hardest climbs, post-ride massages that ease tired muscles, and the kind of quiet, confident support that prepares you mentally and physically for whatever the road brings next. This is the care that once belonged only to the pros. With inGamba, it’s yours.
Think of Borgolecchi as a quaint and cosy country escape, but one with five-star service. Our own property in Lecchi is an escape from the stresses of modern life — a haven of calm, casual comfort and smiling faces surrounded by rolling countryside and picturesque vineyards.
The stone building dates back to the 15th century, with newly refurbished rooms, simple elegance, and attentive service throughout.
”"An amazing travel experience. They make you feel like a star. I was blown away by the treatment that can only be likened to a professional athlete — just without the race."
Daniel B.Guest in 2024
”"The whole experience is magical. The rides are stunning. The care and attention to detail is first class. The massages are a lifesaver."
Lyn K.Guest in 2018, 2019 & 2023
”"The best in the industry. A once in a lifetime experience every time! The people that make inGamba are the reason you will want to travel with them again and again."
Victoria P.Guest in 2024
Single Supplement: $1,200 per person · Private Trips: Available on request for groups of 6+
Guests of inGamba are passionate cyclists who love the sport and the lifestyle that surrounds it. Most of our community are experienced riders of all ages and various abilities, who appreciate great roads, fine food, and unforgettable company.
While everyone enjoys a challenge, no one’s chasing a pro contract here. Instead, the focus is on sharing incredible rides at a comfortable pace, soaking in the scenery, and enjoying the journey. You’ll find more “middle of the pack” and “social” riders than hard chargers at the front, and with our exceptional staff-to-guest ratio, every rider is fully supported, no matter their speed or style.
Fly to: Florence (FLR)
Pick-up: Porta Romana 10:30 / Florence Airport 11:00
Drop-off: Florence Airport, departure day 8:30am
We recommend arriving the night before. Our concierge can help with hotel recommendations.
Gratuities are customary if you feel the staff delivered an exceptional experience. Most guests find 10-20% of the trip cost appropriate. All tips are split evenly among the entire team.
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Need to change dates? Contact us as early as possible and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
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