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Italian Dream to Mugello Islands Edition with Corsica and Sardinia

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This is a twisted magical mix of curvy island mountains with track riding on the sexiest circuit in Italy. Arrive in Florence and warm up your tires and heart in the hills and valleys of Tuscany. Then jump on a ferry and challenge the dramatic coastline roads of Corsica. Then ferry again to Sardinia and ride the beautiful twists above the sea. You ferry back Italy to Civitavecchia and slither through Tuscany wine country to Mugello. Then join Ducati Riding Experience for 1 day track time where instructors help you get the most out of a 959 or V4S Panigale! This tour is a long anticipated creation by Enrico Grassi the founder of “Hear the Road” and Cat MacLeod founder of “Leod Escapes”. It caters to the Leod style track rider who wants the best curvy roads and the most authentic experience. Enjoy 3 & 4 star hotels, amazing food and local expertise on this special tour made for adrenaline powered riders with big hearts and smooth right hands.

Italian Dream to Mugello Islands Edition with Corsica and Sardinia at a Glance

  • Tour Days
    > Day 1 - Arrival Welcome to Florence
    > Day 2 - Florence to Livorno (232 km / 144 miles)
    > Day 3 - Livorno to Ferayola (206 km / 123 miles)
    > Day 4 - Ferayola to Santa Teresa di Gallura (258 Km / 128 miles)
    > Day 5 - Santa Teresa di Gallura to Tresnuraghes (295 Km / 183 miles)
    > Day 6 - Tresnuraghes to Cala Gonone (249 km / 155 miles)
    > Day 7 - Cala Gonone to Cagliari (276 km / 172 miles)
    > Day 8 - Civitavecchia to Scarperia (309 km / 192 miles)
    > Day 9 - Track Day at Mugello MotoGP Circuit
    > Day 10 - Scarperia to Florence (45 km / 28 miles)
    > Day 11 - Departure day
  • Upcoming Tour Dates
    06/08/21 to 06/18/21 ( Approximate)
    Exact dates will be known by December 2020.
  • Scenery: Tuscany and Mediterranean Island Views
  • Road Difficulty: Narrow roads usually decent pavement. Occasional High cliff roadways on islands
  • Road Excitement: Stunning view with a group of track riders on curvy roads.
  • Food: Authentic Italian and Mediterranean
  • Hotels: 3 & 4 Star Hotels
  • Riding Days: 9
  • Riding Hours Per Day: 8
  • Airport: Florence (FLR)
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Testimonials

Tom M - Italy

Tom M - Italy

My expectations were exceeded in every way.

Paul J - Italy

Paul J - Italy

Incredible “locals only” back roads, small Italian villages, unbelievable scenery, and the food.

Greg D - Italy

Greg D - Italy

Tour groups are small, guides are locals and hotels and restaurants are hidden gems.

Matt S - Italy

Matt S - Italy

My time with Leod made me a better person...

Tony C - Italy

Tony C - Italy

The tour has been one of the greatest highlights of my life.

Gavin & Janet - Italy

Gavin & Janet - Italy

The Italian Dream Tour was spectacular in every way.

Craig S - Italy

Craig S - Italy

I researched high and low how to tour Italy and this hands down was the right choice.

Brad & Monique - Italy

Brad & Monique - Italy

The list of enjoyable experiences goes on and on…..

Justin L - Italy

Justin L - Italy

From start to finish the communication, planning and logistics were absolutely perfect!

Corey S - Italy

Corey S - Italy

I have done nothing but rave about the trip to numerous people since we’ve returned.

Italian Dream to Mugello Islands Edition with Corsica and Sardinia - tour: T027 Ride the island curves of Corsica, Sardinia and the hills of Tuscany with track time aboard a Ducati Panigale on Mugello. Enjoy 4 star hotels, authentic food and local expertise on this special tour made for adrenaline powered riders with big hearts and sm

Includes

  • 8 Days of world class riding
  • 1 Day of track Instruction on Mugello or Misano
  • 10 Nights in 3 and 4 star hotels
  • Base Rental bikes like BMW F800R and MotoGuzzi V7, upgrades like Ducati Supersport available.
  • Couple Price includes larger bike suitable for riding two up.
  • Panigale 959 During Track Day (Upgrade available to V4S for Expert Riders costs $750)
  • Track Fees and Ducati Track Instructors
  • All Ferry Crossing Tickets
  • All airport transfers
  • Italian Breakfast everyday
  • Luggage Support Vehicle
  • Small group of only 15 riders or less
  • Local Guides and Translators
  • Welcome and Farewell Dinner
  • (Couples price is more because Italian hotels charge by person, not by room)

Does Not Include

  • Airfare (We have lots of Airfare Tips for you)
  • Lunches (Order what you want!)
  • Most Dinners (Order what you want!)
  • Fuel for your rental bike

Tour Difficulty

Tight twisty coastal roads, Intermediate or Better track skills required for Mugello

Tour Pricing

  • Shared Room Guzzi V7, F750GS, F800R
    $7,600.00 ( $2,280.00 Deposit)
  • Shared Room, Scrambler 800, Monster 797
    $7,680.00 ( $2,310.00 Deposit)
  • Shared Room F850GS, Multistada 950, Supersport
    $7,740.00 ( $2,330.00 Deposit)
  • Shared Room R1250GS, R1250R, R1200RS, R Nine T, Scrambler 1100
    $7,830.00 ( $2,350.00 Deposit)
  • Shared Room R1250GS ADV, R1250RT
    $7,890.00 ( $2,370.00 Deposit)
  • Shared Room S1000XR, S1000R, Multistrada 1260
    $8,080.00 ( $2,430.00 Deposit)
  • Own Room Guzzi V7, F700GS, F800R
    $8,450.00 ( $2,540.00 Deposit)
  • Own Room F750GS, F800GT, Scrambler 800, Monster 797
    $8,540.00 ( $2,570.00 Deposit)
  • Own Room F850GS, Multistada 950, Supersport
    $8,600.00 ( $2,580.00 Deposit)
  • Own Room R1250GS, R1250R, R1250RS, R Nine T, Scambler 1100
    $8,680.00 ( $2,610.00 Deposit)
  • Own Room R1250GS ADV, R1250RT
    $8,740.00 ( $2,630.00 Deposit)
  • Own Room S1000XR, S1000R, Multistrada 1260
    $8,930.00 ( $2,680.00 Deposit)
  • Couple F800GT, F850GS, Multistada 950, Supersport
    $11,400.00 ( $3,420.00 Deposit)
  • Couple Room R1250GS, R1250R, R1250RS, R Nine T, Scrambler 1100
    $11,490.00 ( $3,450.00 Deposit)
  • Couple Room R1250GS ADV, R1250RT
    $11,550.00 ( $3,470.00 Deposit)
  • Couple Room S1000XR, S1000R, Multistrada 1260, Monster 1200
    $11,740.00 ( $3,530.00 Deposit)

Days of the Italian Dream to Mugello Islands Edition with Corsica and Sardinia Motorcycle Tour

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Day 1 Arrival Welcome to Florence

A private car will transfer you from the airport to the hotel. Here you will find Enrico and Cat, waiting for you to give you a warm Italian welcome. Late morning/early afternoon arrival is recommended. Check in and take a refreshing shower, then convene in the bar of the hotel where you can meet the crew and your fellow riders. From there we’ll all go to the fleet garage and pick up our selected bikes and ride them back to the hotel. Enrico and Cat will give you a general briefing of the tour and answer any of your questions. Then we all go together for our first taste of true Italian cuisine. Over bottles of local Tuscan wine you’ll learn more about what to expect and the riders who will be enjoying it with you. Overnight is in Florence.

Day 2 Florence to Livorno (232 km / 144 miles)

Forget all the pictures and tacky art you’ve seen that is supposed to be “Tuscany”, you’re about to ride through it and see in in person. We head south towards the Chianti Region riding on roads that are a paradise for motorcyclists: wide bends, scenic stretches, miles of vineyards, and dozens of stately villas. We ride like Italians, so we must stop late in the morning for an Espresso. After a bracing coffee at Greve in Chianti we challenge the sweeping road towards Volterra. This charming town is Etruscan, older than Rome, and the epitome of what a Tuscan hill town should be. Then we take you off beaten path to the Colline Metallifere, a little-known but enchanting part of Tuscany. As we approach our afternoon stop of Bolgheri we’ll ride along a 5km stretch of iconic ancient cypress trees. Tonight we stay in the coastal town of Livorno, Italy.

Day 3 Livorno to Ferayola (206 km / 123 miles)

Early in the morning we board the ferry to enjoy a vista filled 4 hour crossing to Bastia, on the north east coast of Corsica. We head north and follow the coastline around “the thumb” of Corsica before heading south towards Ferayola. Today’s riding is unforgettable. It’s a mix of coastline roads with dramatic cliffs, empty coastal wilderness like the Desert des Agriates, and twisty mountain roads. Overnight is off the beaten path in Ferayola, Corsica France.

Day 4 Ferayola to Santa Teresa di Gallura (258 Km / 128 miles)

Here’s where things start getting surreal as the scenes that meet your eyes are too idyllic. The coastline road from Ferayola to Cargese is impossible to describe: the narrow challenging roads, the spectacular landscapes with the mountains reflected into the sea. From Les Calanche to Cargese to Bonifacio the scenery is simply stunning and has to be experienced to be understood. We take the short ferry ride to Santa Teresa di Gallura on the Italian island of Sardinia, ending another day of fabulous riding. Overnight in Santa Teresa di Gallura, Sardinia Italy.

Day 5 Santa Teresa di Gallura to Tresnuraghes (295 Km / 183 miles)

We leave Santa Teresa di Gallura heading south to the challenging beautiful roads of the Gallura. After a coffee break, we’re off to Tempio Pausania, at the foot of Monte Limbara; a charming town famous for its cork products and granite. More twists and vistas bring us to the Roccia dell’Elefante, “The Elephant Rock”. This striking dark trachyte rock has been sculpted by the wind. After a good lunch with the Elephant, we ride towards Alghero. This ancient Catalan walled city has become a lovely little resort town. After a short visit, we are challenged again by the scenic coastline from Alghero to Bosa and then climb up towards Tresnuraghes. Overnight in Tresnuraghes, Sardinia Italy.

Day 6 Tresnuraghes to Cala Gonone (249 km / 155 miles)

We head south-east towards the rugged scenic roads of the Monti del Gennargentu, a vast wild area, crossed with deep gorges and canyons.  This land that is totally unspoiled and is home to rare species of wildlife. After the lunch in Fonni we ride North-East to the Gulf of Orosei, completing our “coast to coast” ride of the entire island. Overnight is in Cala Gonone. (Sardinia)

Day 7 Cala Gonone to Cagliari (276 km / 172 miles)

It’s our last day along the scenic roads of Sardinia. We start the day of riding with an amazing 48 km that takes us from Cala Gonone to Baunei. After a short break on the beach of Santa Maria Navarrese we ride off the beaten track to the Barbagia, a the wild empty region of mountains in Sardinia. Down from the mountains and across the plains we ride to the colorful port city of Cagliari. Here we take an overnight ferry that will bring back us to the mainland. We stay overnight on the Ferry from Cagliari to Civitavecchia.

Day 8 Civitavecchia to Scarperia (309 km / 192 miles)

Back on the Italian mainland we head north from Civitavecchia into Tuscany. We ride the scenic backroads of Val D’Orcia - an UNESCO World Heritage site. We have lunch in Radicofani one of our favorite stops, as it’s an ancient unspoiled little town that few visitors ever see. This tiny village surrounds a majestic fortress that has stood since 973AD. From there we ride the Strada Statale Cassia which is part of the signature Italian race, the Mille Miglia. As we pass Florence we join the Strada Statale della Futa that takes us to the small town of Scarperia. It is a typical Tuscan town with one exception, it has the most beautiful race track in Italy, Mugello Circuit. Overnight is in Scarperia.

Day 9 Track Day at Mugello MotoGP Circuit

Welcome to Mugello! The Italian icon of the MotoGP. Today we park the street bikes and ride this famous circuit on Ducati sport bikes. Ducati has specially prepared a group of 959 Panigale and panigale V4 so enthusiasts like you can get a real taste of riding a MotoGP course. Your experienced instructors are local racing stars and can not only help you find the right lines but improve your riding skills as well. Now names like Savelli, Scarperia, Arrabiata 1 and Arrabiata 2 will no longer be just names on a map, they’ll be curves you’ve ridden. Compare stories and celebrate tonight as we stay again in Scarperia.

Day 10 Scarperia to Florence (45 km / 28 miles)

After many miles of scenic curvy road and after a strenuous day track at Mugello it’s time for a bit of a rest. We leave the hotel late in the morning  and head toward Fiesole, also known as ‘La Collina di Firenze (Florence’s hill). Then we reach Florence, but before we return the bikes we stop to admire the beautiful panorama of the city from the terrace of Palazzo Michelangelo. Then we go to the hotel to relax and prepare for our last dinner together. We hope you have a late flight out tomorrow because we plan to celebrate our wonderful Italian adventure late into the evening over lots of limoncello. Overnight is in Florence.

Day 11 Departure day

Time to say “Goodbye”, shop for any last minute souvenirs, and pack your bags. Transport is scheduled to get you to the airport on time. Please let us know your departure flight information so arrangements can be made.

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