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Luxury motorcycle tours are fully guided experiences including excellent accommodation, ferry rides and an attention to detail that makes any king envious. 
The riding days are between 50 - 240 km/day, which makes the experience relaxed and the riders stress free. This is life on an island!

Feel the Dolce far Niente Italian vibe - the sweetness of doing nothing!

Our staff caters to your needs and cares about the services we provide. They are experienced riders, long distance adventurers with love for the ride and respect for nature. 

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Luxury Motorcycle Tours - Sardinia & Corsica
Highlights:

  • accommodation in ancient palaces, and most luxurious hotels and villas with swimming pools and spa facilities
  • Ride under the Tuscan Sun to the leaning tower of Pisa and Piazza dei Miracoli
  • 3 Ferry rides to the islands of Corsica in France, Sardinia in Italy and to main land Italy
  • Ride Ruda Canyon - one of the most beautiful canyons in Corsica
  • Calanques de Piana in Corsica - a balcony road cut into the rock
  • SS125 Orientale Sarda in Sardinia - one of the best roads in the World
  • Roma - capital of Italy, the City of Seven Hills
  • Chiantigiana - the wine route of Chianti
  • Florence, Italy – the art capital of the World

Brief itinerary:

Day 1, Florence
Arrival in Florence, Italy – the art capital of the World.
Accommodate in a XV century Florentine palace featuring antique furniture and Murano-glass chandeliers.

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Bernini Palace

Day 2, Florence
Famous for culture, Renaissance art and architecture, Florence will surely impress you.
Welcome dinner will prove to be a culinary experience.

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Day 3, Florence – Pisa
100 km – 2h30min riding

Ride Tuscany roads on your way to vibrant city of Pisa. 
Piazza dei Miracoli and the leaning tower of Pisa will impress you.
Accommodation in Pisa.

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Pisa at sundown

Day 4, Pisa – Livorno – Bastia
100 km – 1h30min

Enjoy a short ride early in the morning to the port of Livorno, one of the largest Italian sea ports.
Board onto a relaxing ferry ride to the island of Corsica. Accommodation in Bastia.

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Corsica

Day 5, Bastia – Porto
140 km – 3hrs riding

Ruda Canyon is one of the most beautiful canyons in Corsica and riding at the foot of Monte Cinto makes for an impressive scenery.
Accommodation in a luxury villa in Porto.

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Ruda Canyon, Corsica

Day 6 Porto – Calanques de Piana – Ajaccio
50 km – 1h30min riding

The balcony road of Piana cut into the rock will amaze you even more.
With breathtaking views over the Gulf of Porto the road is considered one of the best rides in the World.
Accommodation in Ajaccio.

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Calanques de Piana, Corsica

Day 7, Ajaccio – Porto Vecchio
131 km – 3 hrs riding

Ride the twists and turns on the way to Porto Vecchio, with amazing views after each corner. Accommodation in Porto Vecchio.

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Day 8, Porto Vecchio – Bonifacio – Santa Teresa de Gallura – Alghero
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183 km – 4h30min

Board the ferry of the Ichnusa Lines and cross the strait of Bonifacio over to Sardinia Island of Italy.
The Emerald Coast in northern Sardinia is rewarding you wiyh impressive views. Accommodation in Alghero.

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Day 9, Alghero – Bosa – Bari Sardo
220 km - 3h30min

Ride from Alghero on the coastal road towards Bosa.
The immensity of the sea on your right will provide the extravagant views and and the smell of jasmin will complete the picture.
Accommodation in Bari Sardo.

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Day 10 Bari Sardo – Cala Gonone – Olbia
175 km – 3hrs riding

SS125 Orientale Sarda – an amazing riding experience in Sardinia Ride this incredible Sardinian balcony road.
Twists and turns and fabulous countryside.
Accommodation in Olbia.

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beautiful Sardinia

Day 11 Olbia – ferry to Civitavecchia – Rome
85 km – 2hrs riding + ferry

Board the ferry again and cross the Tyrrhenian Sea direction mainland Italy. Your next destination is the Eterna City - Rome. 

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Vatican City

Day 12, Rome

Take your time to visit the City of Seven Hills. From spectaculars wishing wells to ancient ruins, castles and history, Rome has everything.
Accommodation in Rome.

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Trevi Fountain in Rome

Day 13 Rome - Siena - Greve in Chianti
240 km - 4h30min

Having Chianti Hill in the N-E part of the city, Siena is famous for its cuisine, art, museums and medieval cityscape.
Accommodation in an ancient castle located on top of a hill in the heart of Chianti Classico. 
Tour the vineyard and the historical cellars and discover the secrets to the production of these wonderful award winning wines.

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Vicchiomagio Castle in Greve in Chianti

Day 14 Siena – Chiantigiana – Florence
80 km - 2hrs
Today we take on the twists and turns of Chianti Hills.
Tuscany will reveal its best on a short but exciting trip back to Florence.
Accommodation in Florence.

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Wine route of Chianti

Day 15, Florenta
Pack all your memories and be accompanied to the airport for your flight back home. 

The itinerary is complemented with excellent accommodation because the region offers charming hotels and cozy country inns.

This is an overview of the tour.
For more information, including the complete itinerary, please scroll up and then use the product’s menu to navigate.

Departure Dates:

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minimum 8 people are required

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Luxury Motorcycle Tours - Corsica & Sardinia

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*Price is based on two people sharing a double room. The price is based on 6 riders traveling together. Should the number of riders change, price will alter.

Special offer available for bookings made until July 30 - 2024!

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Special notes and Info
Luxury Motorcycle Tours - Corsica & Sardinia

  • Duration of the tour: 15 days
  • Riding days: 11 days
  • Total distance: Approximately 1360 km/ 845 miles
  • Skill level: intermediate
  • Lodging type: excellent hotels, superior rooms where available
  • Rides: on paved roads as well as on sections of gravel roads
  • What to bring: Complete motorcycle gear with integral or flip up helmet
  • Starting point: Florence, Tuscany, North Italy
  • End point: Florence, Tuscany, North Italy
    Please book flights accordingly or spend add an extra night to your journey. Contact us for details.

Where you’ll stay in this motorcycle tour

click here to see the selection of hotels we use during our motorcycle tours. The accommodation is chosen either for its convenient location in the center of the city or  in nature with amazing views.

Advice for Australians traveling abroad

According with Australian government the following advice are to be followed:

Before you go

  • Confirm your passport is valid for 6 months from when you think your trip will end. Don’t get stranded.
  • Get comprehensive travel insurance to cover you and your gear. Get insurance that’s right for you and covers your activities in the places you’ll go. Remember, regardless of how healthy and fit you are, if you can’t afford travel insurance, you can’t afford to travel.
  • Consider your physical and mental health. Get advice from your doctor if you’re unsure.
  • See your doctor or travel clinic 8 weeks before you go for a basic health check
  • Check if your medication is legal and available in the places you’re going. Take enough of your prescribed medicines to last the whole trip. Carry copies of your prescription and a letter from your doctor.
  • Tell your bank you’re travelling and check if your cards will work. Have several payment options.
  • If you’ll drive overseas check out the local traffic laws and practices. You’re likely to need an International Driving Permit (IDP) as well as your Australian driver’s license.
  • Share your itinerary with friends or family members. Give them copies of your passport

Travel insurance

Holidays don’t always go as planned. If you’re going overseas, travel insurance is as important as a passport. Without it, you or your family could suffer financially if things go wrong. No matter who you are, where you’re going and what you’re doing, get insurance.

Travel insurance is especially important if you need medical assistance. Healthcare overseas can be very expensive. Most countries won’t give you free care, or subsidies the cost of your care. You, or your insurer, must usually pay full price.

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Safety

Keep your personal belongings close. Lock hotel and train compartment doors from the inside.

Drink spiking is an issue. Don’t accept food, drinks, gum or cigarettes from people you’ve just met.

Dating and marriage scams occur.

Only use ATM’s in banks, shops and shopping centers, especially at night. Always keep your credit card in sight. Be wary of people you’ve met online.

Local laws

Penalties for drug offences are severe. They can include jail sentences of up to 20 years.

By law, you must always carry photo ID. Keep your passport in a safe place. Carry a photocopy.

It’s illegal to take photos of airports, military sites or other secure locations.

It’s illegal to engage in sex work or have sexual relations with a person under 18.

Same-sex relationships are legal in Romania, but not widely accepted.

Local contacts

The Australian Consulate in Bucharest provides limited consular and passport assistance.

You can get full consular help from the Australian Embassy in Athens.

 

 

Itineraries

Day 1

Florence, Italy

Arrival in Florence, Italy – the art capital of the World. Transfer from the airport to the hotel. Accommodate in a XV century Florentine palace featuring antique furniture and Murano-glass chandeliers.

Day 2

Florence

Famous for culture, Renaissance art and architecture, Florence will surely impress you. Enjoy a day walking its streets and admiring the sights. The Duomo, aka Santa Maria del Fiore, Piazza de la Signoria, Boboli Gardens or Ponte Vecchio are just a few of the city’s attractions that will make your trip memorable. Welcome dinner will prove to be a culinary experience.

Day 3

Florence – Pisa

100 km – 2h30min riding

Ride Tuscany roads on your way to vibrant city of Pisa. The Square of Miracles in Pisa is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and its bell tower is famous all around the word as one of the weirdest pieces of architecture. Accommodation in Pisa.

Day 4

Pisa – Livorno – Bastia

100 km – 1h30min

Enjoy a short ride early in the morning to the port of Livorno, one of the largest Italian sea ports. Relax on a ferry ride over the Tyrrhenian Sea over to the Island of Corsica in France. Accommodation in Bastia.

Day 5

Bastia – Porto

140 km – 3hrs riding

Today we start riding the fabulous Corsican roads. There are no straight roads on this island, making it corner paradise. Ruda Canyon is one of the most beautiful canyons in Corsica and riding at the foot of Monte Cinto makes for an impressive scenery.

Day 6

Porto - Calanques de Piana – Ajaccio

50 km – 1h30min riding

The balcony road of Piana cut in the rock will amaze you even more. Riding along Calanques de Piana will provide you with stunning views over the Golf of Porto. Ride along the west coast to Ajaccio – the capital city of Corsica. For the history lovers, the city is forever linked with the birth of Napoleon Bonaparte. For the sea resorts fans the city is a thriving Mediterranean resort with natural beauty. Accommodation in Ajaccio.

Day 7

Ajaccio – Porto Vecchio

131 km – 3 hrs riding

Ride the twists and turns on the way to Porto Vecchio, with an amazing view after each corner. Accommodation in Porto Vecchio. Corsica surprises every single day! Accommodation in Porto Vecchio.

Day 8

Porto Vecchio – Bonifacio – Santa Teresa de Gallura – Alghero

183 km – 4h30min

Board the ferry of the Ichnusa Lines and cross the strait of Bonifacio over to Italy land again. Sardinia is the second largest island in the Mediterranean Sea and is famous for beautiful beaches, turquoise and emerald sea and fascinating rock formations. Accommodation in Alghero.

Day 9

Alghero – Bosa – Bari Sardo

215 km – 3 h10min riding

Ride from Alghero on the coastal road towards Bosa. Put your riding skills to the test on this beautiful coastal road. This coastal road will impress you with its amazing views. Accommodation in Bari Sardo.

Day 10

Bari Sardo – Cala Gonone – Olbia

175 km – 3hrs riding

SS125 Orientale Sarda – an amazing riding experience in Sardinia. The road is known as one of the best in the World and it welcomes you with fabulous views. An amazing view after each corner! Accommodation in Olbia.

Day 11

Olbia – ferry to Civitavecchia – Rome

85 km – 2hrs riding + ferry

Cross the Tyrrhenian Sea again to mainland Italy. Over 6hrs of relaxation on board of a ferry admiring the beautiful views. Arrival in Civitavecchia in the evening and evening ride to the Eternal City – Rome. Accommodation in Rome.

Day 12

Rome

Free Day
Take your time to visit the City of Seven Hills. Rome is considered to be the "cradle of Western civilization and Christian culture" and a day walking its streets is rewarding. Accommodation in Rome.

Day 13

Rome – Siena - Greve in Chianti

233 km – 4h40min

Having Chianti Hill in the N-E part of the city, Siena is famous for its cuisine, art, museums and medieval cityscape. This small, Tuscan city is home to Piazza del Campo, regarded as one of the most beautiful squares in Europe. Accommodation in an ancient castle located on top of a hill in the heart of Chianti Classico.
Tour the vineyard and the historical cellars and discover the secrets to the production of these wonderful award winning wines.

Day 14

Greve in Chianti – Chiantigiana – Florence

71 km – 2hrs

Today we take on the twists and turns of Chianti Hills. Chiantigiana or SR222  is a road that takes you around the entire Chianti area, from Siena to Florence. Castles and vineyards, winding roads and a hell of a ride, this is Chiantigiana. Accommodation in Florence.

Day 15

Florence

Pack all your memories in a bag and transfer to the airport. New adventures are waiting for you!

Trip Includes:

 

  • Accommodation: 14 nights accommodation in excellent hotels
  • Meals: 14 breakfasts
  • welcome dinner in Florence
  • Motorcyclist English speaking guide
  • general map
  • daily route briefing
  • Transportation: by motorbike of your choice, gasoline, third party liability
  • return airport transfers
  • road taxes
  • ferry tickets
  • bridge taxes
  • English speaking guide riding a  motorcycle
  • support car carrying luggage, mechanical spares, water, etc.
  • services of support car driver
  • Tourist attractions: Leaning Tower of Pisa

Trip Excludes

 

  • most meals
  • flights, airport taxes
  • beverages
  • alcoholic drinks
  • Visa’s
  • most lunches and dinners
  • individual activities
  • photo, video tax and other not mentioned

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Reservations are required. We recommend booking early as tours are often sold out well in advance. You can make a reservations on-line. In case of making reservations by phone please call toll-free: 808 101 6781 (UK); 866 376 6183 (US).
You can also make reservations by fax - download and complete the booking form and send it by fax to: 0040-364-405641 or by e-mail!

We require an advance deposit of 30% of the tour price at the moment of booking. When you make the reservation online you will be required to pay the deposit. You will receive an automatic response with your Holiday Booking Reference. Once the advance deposit is registered with our accounts we proceed with the reservation for the requested services and issue the Confirmation Letter + Paid Invoice (once the amount is registered with our accounts).

The final payment is due 65 days prior departure. ( After the final payment is made we will issue Travel Voucher). Should the booking be made within 60 days prior to tour departure, entire tour cost is requested at the time of booking. To read Adventure Motorcycle Tours - Transylvania Live’s Terms and Conditions please visit us on line at: https://motorcycletours-europe.com/terms-conditions/

The client is at all time entitled to cancel the Travel Contract, but must pay Adventure Motorcycle Tours a cancellation charge as stipulated below:
89 days or more prior to departure 90 EURO per person / per tour cancellation fee;
88–61 days, loss of deposit.
60–31 days will be subject to 50% of tour price;
30 days or less will be subject to 100% of tour price.

Our tours include the services of English-speaking guides.
German, French, Hungarian and Hebrew-speaking guide are also available, on request.

We can design an itinerary at a time that suits you, to your own comfort levels and within your own budget. Please send your request by e-mail or by fax.

Some tours are guaranteed to depart and others require a minimum number of travelers. For this tour a minimum number of 4 travelers is required.

The tour has audience targets motorcycle riders interested in riding the best motorcycle roads in the area visited. Group size for luxury tours can be between 4-8 people. Adventure Motorcycle Tours - Transylvania Live is member of the responsible travel network and we are committed to operating a travel policy that is supportive of local economies, cultures and the environment. We operate our tours with small groups in order to minimize the negative impact on the environment and allow our guests to interact more easily with the locals, facilitate the communication with the guide. The average age of group is, most of the time, between 35-60.

For Luxury Motorcycle Tours - Sardinia & Corsica ferry tickets are included in the price.

We only accept VISA and MASTERCARD. Please select only these two types of credit cards for the online payment.

If you pay on-line using our secure internet booking form your credit card can hold any type of currency, the amount of money to be taken will be exchanged in EURO by your bank, at their rate.
We accept RON and EURO for offline credit card payment and wire transfer.

Yes, we do offer discounts provided they travel as a group; Contact us

Local Costs in a 4* restaurant: Soft Drink: $2; Beer: $2; Bottle of Wine: $15 - $50, 3 course dinner: $45 - $60. In shops these products can be 50% cheaper.

Our prices include the online secure payment commissions. However depending on your bank some commissions may occur for international money transfer. Please check with your bank!

In case we’ll have a full house situation at one of the hotels, an accommodation of an equal classification or better will be booked for you. In case of closed roads due to bad weather, working situations or dangerous weather conditions the itinerary could suffer changes.

Please follow our recommendation on How to arrive (heading found for any of our holidays at the Special notes and info section at the end of the tour page). Our guide will expect you with an Adventure Motorcycle Tours sign. In the unfortunate case of a flight being lost or delayed and prevent you in this way from getting to your meting point in good time, please call 0040 726 253 356.

Our tour fares are based on two in one hotel room. For occupancy by one person, the "single supplement" cost specified in each itinerary will be required.

Yes, also gluten-free, vegan. When you make the reservation of your tour please do not forget to fill in this information at Dietary Restrictions section.

Australia citizens require a passport while in Italy & France. Tourist visa is not required for citizens of Australia for a stay up to 90 days. Both countries are members of the European Union so it shares the same legal legislation – a passport is all you need.

All countries have their own visa requirements, which may change at short notice. However, please check with your local embassy or consulate for the very latest information for your nationality. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have all necessary visas for your travels. Try to obtain your visas before departing from your home country as it’s much easier than abroad.

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Credit cards are accepted in large hotels, restaurants and malls. ATM machines are available at banks, airports and shopping centers all over the country. (except in remote areas or villages). Foreign currencies may be exchanged at banks or authorized exchange offices. International airports and larger hotels also offer currency exchange services. The tour guide is also responsible for helping clients with money exchange; recommend the exchange offices which charge the lowest commission.

ATMs (Automatic Teller Machines) are becoming more common and usually you can choose either English or German on the screen for both Italy and France. Remember, if the ATM doesn’t work after the first two tries; find another machine, as it may retain your card the third time. Always make sure no one else sees your PIN number when using ATMs. The amount of money you will be able to obtain will depend on your credit limit and on the particular bank you do business with.

In both France and Italy, the power sockets are of type C and E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz, AC, usually 2 pronged.
Your need for a power plug adapter depends on the power plugs used in your own country. The support vehicle will also have power outlets for you to use whilst on the road.

Corsica and Sardinia make the most of the late summer sunshine from April to October. The Mediterranean Sea reaches nearly 20°C and the warm waters help to keep inland temperatures very mild as well. The weather in spring/Autumn is very pleasant and mild, with warm temperatures thanks to the Mediterranean climate. Rainfall rises compared to the peak summer months, but any showers are usually short and sharp, and the heat and sunshine soon dries the ground.

Italy and France are in Central European Time Zone, one hour ahead of GMT. Rome, Italy is six hours ahead of Washington, DC - USA. Check right now what time is in Bucharest, the capital city of Romania: https://time.is/Italy

2 x trousers/long skirts such as Colombia or Kathmandu
1 x shorts
1 x set of bathers
5 x t-shirts
1 x thermal set
1 x polar fleece/jumper/windcheater
5 x socks and underwear
1 good broad rimmed hat
1 x set of thongs/sandals/flip flops
1 x light walking boots
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rain gear

Yes, every motorcycle has a safety and mechanical inspection prior to every rental. We have trained technicians on premises. All motorcycles are maintained to manufacturers' specifications and our technicians are very well acquainted with all rented bikes. Your safety is our #1 priority.

All models have power outlets built into the fairing that allow you to plug in your Global Positioning Unit.

Certain vehicles provide for lockable storage.

Yes, Adventure Motorcycle Tours – Transylvania Live location offers safe and secure storage of your excess luggage and personal items during your tour.

Adventure Motorcycle Tours - Transylvania Live can provide you with a side-car motorcycle on request. Please contact us for more details.

Adventure Motorcycle Tours – Transylvania Live has a good selection of helmets, gloves or rain suites for rent. Please note that the rental of these accessories depends upon availability. However we suggest you bring your own for fitment and comfort.

Prices:
2-3 days – EURO 10 /day
4-6 days – EURO 8/ day
7-14 days – EURO 6/day
Over 14 days – EURO 5/day

Yes, for your own safety, and per Romanian law, both you and your passenger are required to wear a certified helmet at all times when you ride our motorcycle.