Simone Zanoni’s Ducati trip
to Italy
August'21
L'Hedonist and Ducati Italia are offering 20 riders (10 motorbikes) the opportunity to join famous Michelin-starred chef Simone Zanoni and his wife Greta on an tour of the Italian back roads.
From Bologna to Naples, through Tuscany, Umbria and the Amalfi Coast, embark on a sensorial journey through history, gastronomy and exceptional landscapes.
At the wheel of the latest Ducati Multistrada V4, enjoy a memorable 11-nights trip, from August 2nd to August 13th, 2021, following the Italian Chef into the country's rich cultural heritage.
A once in a lifetime journey
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Travel with famous Michelin-starred and proud Italian Chef Simone Zanoni and his wife Greta
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Ride a brand new 2021 Ducati Multistrada V4, fully equipped with GPS & Cases
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Exclusive itinerary & experiences curated by Chef Simone Zanoni
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North to South one-way, from Bologna to Naples, on the back roads of Tuscany, Umbria and Amalfi Coast
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Luxury accommodation with swimming pools to relax after your rides
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Full assistance with a truck, for you to travel light
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Road book & insurance included
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Freedom and possibility of personalizing your road book on spot, day after day
Highlights
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Guided visit of the Pagani museum and factory, followed by a visit and tasting at a balsamic vinegar producer
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Private tour of Florence and visit to the market with Chef Simone Zanoni
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Guided visit, tasting and lunch in a winery in Montalcino
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Guided visit of the historic city of Perugia
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Discovery of Rome's best kept secrets
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Exploration of Naples market, followed by a cooking class with Chef Simone Zanoni
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Visit of Pompeii with an historian guide
The new
Ducati
Multistrada V4
The fourth generation Multistrada is more versatile and easier to ride than ever. Sport, Travel, Enduro and Urban: four perfectly balanced facets.
Ready for long journeys, thanks to the GPS integrated into the dashboard and the innovative radar system, it offers excellent riding comfort.
Light and compact, with the 170 HP of the new V4 Granturismo.
Comfortable in everyday use thanks to its adjustable seat, and hyper-connected thanks to the projection of your smartphone screen on the dashboard.
Aerodynamics are at the heart of the new Multistrada V4 design, to increase stability and ensure thermal and aerodynamic comfort in all conditions of use.
Easy to live with: the first valve lash adjustment (major service) interval is only required after 60,000 km.
Program
Details
August 2nd - Bologna
Arrival
Overnight at Grand Hotel Majestic Già Baglioni 5*
August 3rd - Bologna
1st ride to get familiar with your new Ducati!
Afternoon free at leisure to discover Bologna
on your own.
Overnight at Grand Hotel Majestic Già Baglioni 5*
August 4th - Modena to Firenze
Guide visit of Pagani museum.
Acetto balsamico factory and tasting.
Road to Firenze.
Dinner at Fratelli Briganti, friends of the Chef.
Overnight at Hotel Santa Maria Novella, 4*
August 5th - Firenze to Tuscany
Morning guided cultural tour in Firenze.
Then, Chef Simone Zanoni will take you to the market, for a gastronomic tour and lunch on spot.
Overnight at Hotel Castello di Spaltenna, 5*
August 6th - Tuscany
Road to Pienza and meet at vineyard Podere Le Ripi, for a tour and a lunch on spot.
Stop in Siena on the way back.
Overnight at Hotel Castello di Spaltenna, 5*
August 7th - Full day from Tuscany to Umbria
Ride your Ducati through the small roads from Tuscany to Umbria: one full-day of freedom among the most beautiful roads ever!
Overnight at Relais & Châteaux Borgo dei Conti Resort, 5*
August 8th - Umbria
Morning guided visit of Perugia.
Free afternoon to ride your Ducati through Assisi, Spello, Todi, Deruta...
Meet for the aperitivo.
Overnight at Relais & Châteaux Borgo dei Conti Resort, 5*
August 9th - From Umbria to Roma
Morning free at leisure to ride your Ducati from Umbria to Roma.
Meet in Trastevere for a wonderful lunch cooked by a talented Chef from Calabria.
Private guided visit of Rome's hidden areas.
Overnight in Hotel Rose Garden, 4*
August 10th - Off to Costiera Amalfitana!
Ride your Ducati down to Costiera Amalfitana through small roads off the beaten track.
Day free at leisure to enjoy Sorrento and Hotel Corallo, 4 *, where you 'll sleep 3 nights.
August 11th - Napoli and cooking class
Chef Simone Zanoni will take you to Napoli and its colorful markets.
You 'll buy all you need to cook a typical Napolitan lunch, all together, in a beautiful Villa.
Afternoon free at leisure to ride your Ducati and enjoy the Amalfitan coast.
Night in Sorrento
August 12th - Pompeii and Herculaneum
Private guided visit of Pompeii with a historian guide.
Last afternoon to ride your Ducati.
Evening free at leisure.
Overnight in Sorrento.
August 13th - Ciao Italia
Last day, free at leisure: relax, rent a boat, go shopping... before you head back to Napoli for your flight back home.
End of the adventure... until the next one!
Grazie a tutti.
Price
From 10,500€ per crew (one pilot + one passenger) for 12 days / 11 nights (5,250€ per person).
Extra charge applies for single riders.
What's included
All accommodations 4* and 5* hotels, with breakfast, as detailed in the itinerary
All experiences and guided visits as detailed in the itinerary
One Ducati Multistrada V4 provided by Ducati Italy for each crew
Lunch on August 6th (Pienza) and 11th (Napoli)
One driver with a truck to take care of all of your luggage
Roadbook & GPS
Insurance for the motorbike and its crew
What's
not included
Transportation to and from Italy*
Airport transfers*
Lunches and dinners (except lunches on August 6th and 11th)*
Optional additional cancellation insurance*
Your own motorbike equipment (helmet, gloves, back protection, jacket)
*We would be more than happy to assist you with such bookings