In Montepulciano the hotel was so nice that I hung out until midday and then had a beautiful ride through Sienna, a province in Tuscany – the long rolling hills were magnificent. The motorcycle does not have power brakes, so I was able to turn off the engine and coast downhill a long way from time… Continue reading Ride from Montepulciano to Verona to Sirmione
Category: Sabaudia to Milan Ride
Returning motorcycle in Milan
The great Italian motorcycle adventure ended here in Milan. It started in Rome and took me through Sabaudia, along the Appian Way, through the heart of Italy. The weather was perfect. The ride from my hotel in Milan to the rental agency was quite an adventure… the GPS was a bit wonky (operator error?) and… Continue reading Returning motorcycle in Milan
Sirmione
I made my way to Sirmione and a beautiful hotel. I took this picture of the front desk from the second floor balcony because I was relived to find a nice hotel while traveling without making reservations ahead of time, it was a bit sketchy not getting a hotel as the day was ending in… Continue reading Sirmione
Garage for Motorcycle in Montepulciano
Stefano suggested Montepulciano, it was wonderful. I was lucky enough to find a hotel with a garage. I found the hotel with the help of Francesca and Philipe, 2 locals who I asked directions of. When leaving, I got a bit lost in the city center and ended up seeing some very cool things. I… Continue reading Garage for Motorcycle in Montepulciano
Preparing for the ride to Verona
Preparing for the ride to Verona
Settled in at the hotel in Montepulciano
www.albergoilmarzocco.it << the hotel’s website
Having a bite to eat in Orvieto, Umbria Italy ^
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orvieto I’m not quite sure why I want to post pictures of my meals???
On the way to Montepulciano
Trying to get the smile off of my face, no go.
Cappuccino Stop
Stop #1 heading out of Sabaudia. Just another roadside bar (p.s. it’s a restaurant, Dad).
On my way
This is my first stop on my motorcycle journey from Sabaudia heading north toward Milan… still can’t get the smile off of my face, Bernie.