Bike & Wine Tour Marche

Arrival in the afternoon, followed by testing of the rented bikes. Walking tour of the historic area in the “Paese Alto,” featuring the ancient fortified village and the Gualtieri Tower, an old command post dating back to the 12th–13th century. Welcome drink. Overnight stay.

A stage that will take you from the Adriatic coast to the surrounding hills, offering a perfect combination of sea and mountains. We will visit medieval Acquaviva Picena before reaching Offida, following the “tombolo route” along the Piceno wine road. (Visit to the Church of Santa Maria della Rocca, the 19th-century De Castellotti-Pagnanelli Palace, which houses the Bobbin Lace Museum featuring the dress worn by Naomi Campbell in London in 1997, Piazza del Popolo, and the Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Assunta). Wine tasting in a local winery in the village. Overnight stay in a farmhouse.

A splendid ride through the wine hills between Appignano del Tronto, Castel di Lama, Colli del Tronto, and Castorano, with visits to historic villages and local wineries, including a stop for a tasting amid the Tronto’s hills and coastline, with views of the Sibillini Mountains. Return to the farmhouse. Overnight stay.

We head toward Ascoli Piceno. Along the way, you are surrounded by the Ascoli hills, with gullies and vineyards in the land of “Rosso Piceno Superiore.” Passing through beautiful villages rich in history and culture, the view of the Sibillini National Park accompanies us throughout the journey. Wine tasting in a local winery. Visit to the historic center (Solestà Bridge, Palazzo dei Capitani, Ventidio Basso Theatre, and the famous Piazza del Popolo with a stop at the historic Caffè Meletti). Possible visit to the museums of the Papal Paper Mill. Overnight stay.

After a good breakfast, set off to discover Ascoli Piceno and its charming surrounding villages. The route will take you through the Castellano River Park, along trails that wind beside the clear waters of the "green" river. Cycling, you will reach the picturesque village of Castel Trosino, an ancient Lombard stronghold that still preserves its medieval charm. The next stop will be the Eremo di San Marco, nestled in the rocky face of the hill of the same name, a place of great spirituality and natural beauty. Overnight stay at the accommodation.

After breakfast, depart from Ascoli Piceno towards your respective destinations. If you wish, you can take the train connecting Ascoli Piceno to San Benedetto del Tronto, to continue your journey home or pick up your car. The tour concludes here, leaving you with unforgettable memories of the Marche hills, its historic villages, and its enogastronomic traditions. End of services.