Spend 5 unforgettable days on a self-guided adventure from Pisa to Florence on bike
The Tuscany Cycling Tour from Pisa to Florence is a 5-day tour, and the perfect way to pack the best sights, tastes, and sounds of Tuscany into an efficient cycling tour. You can taste the best Tuscan cuisine, sample regionally-produced wine, and learn about the vibrant history of Tuscany at every stop.
This Tuscan Cycling Tour starts in Pisa, a charming city with plenty of great churches, squares, and towers to explore. Grab a delicious dinner and glass of wine, then snap a photo at the leaning tower before riding to Lucca. Here, the lush gardens are the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the sight of the bell tower and the ancient Roman amphitheater.
Then, the Tuscan Cycling Tour takes you to the largest inland wetland in all of Europe, the Padule of Fucecchio nature reserve. Keep an eye out for migratory birds while you ride through to Vinci, the birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci. Here, a stop in at the historical museums to learn more about his life. Then, the last leg of your Tuscan cycling tour takes you to the buzzing city of Florence, where you’ll dine on fine Florentine food and wine late into the night.
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Tuscany Cycling from Pisa to Florence Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Pisa
Welcome to Pisa! Drop your bags and then take an evening stroll through the city. Pastel houses and beautiful churches line the streets, and many great restaurants beckon you in for a Tuscan dinner and a glass of Chianti wine. Take a final walk down the banks of the Arno River before resting up for tomorrow’s ride.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Pisa
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Bike to Lucca
The first adventure on your Tuscan cycling tour is a relaxed, mostly flat ride along the Serchio River. You’ll arrive in Lucca, where splendid gardens and a 2nd century Roman amphitheater, Piazza Anfiteatro, await you.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Lucca
Distance: 2.5 hours, 29 km, 300m elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Cycle the Fucecchio Wetlands
Start the day by riding deep into the Padule of Fucecchio nature reserve, the largest inland wetland in Europe. Keep your eyes peeled for migratory birds and other wildlife as you whiz through. Then, emerging from the green means you’re about to arrive in Vinci, the birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Vinci
Distance: 3.5 hours, 35 km, 250m elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Vinci Loop and Train to Florence
Before you leave Vinci, make sure to stop into the museums in town that teach you all about Leonardo da Vinci’s life and achievements. You’ll be right next to his real designs and inventions, which is a rare opportunity! Then, the transfer takes you to Empoli Train Station, from where you must take the train to Florence and spend the night dining on Florentine steak, drinking Chianti, and enjoying the jewel of Tuscany.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Florence
Distance: 2 hours, 11 km, 175m elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Farewell, Florence!
Enjoy a final breakfast is beautiful Florence before starting your travels home. Arrivederci!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
The departure is available on any day of the week. Prices below are per person:
Departure on October 1st – November 2nd, 2023:
- Price per solo traveler: $1,025 USD
- Single room (group of 2+): $795 USD
- Sharing a double/twin room: $625 USD
- Sharing a triple room: $525 USD
Departure on November 3rd – 30th, 2023:
- Price per solo traveler: $995 USD
- Single room (group of 2+): $775 USD
- Sharing a double/twin room: $595 USD
- Sharing a triple room: $525 USD
Departure on March 1st – April 27th, 2024:
- Solo traveller: $1,225 USD
- Single room (group of 2+): $895 USD
- Sharing a double/twin room: $725 USD
- Sharing a triple room: $625 USD
Departure on April 28th – June 27th, 2024:
- Solo traveller: $1,275 USD
- Single room (group of 2+): $950 USD
- Sharing a double/twin room: $750 USD
- Sharing a triple room: $625 USD
Departure on June 28th – August 31st, 2024:
- Solo traveller: $1,295 USD
- Single room (group of 2+): $975 USD
- Sharing a double/twin room: $775 USD
- Sharing a triple room: $650 USD
Departure on September 1st – 30th, 2024:
- Solo traveller: $1,275 USD
- Single room (group of 2+): $950 USD
- Sharing a double/twin room: $750 USD
- Sharing a triple room: $625 USD
Departure on October 1st – November 2nd, 2024:
- Solo traveller: $1,225 USD
- Single room (group of 2+): $895 USD
- Sharing a double/twin room: $725 USD
- Sharing a triple room: $595 USD
Departure on November 3rd – 30th, 2024:
- Solo traveller: $1,225 USD
- Single room (group of 2+): $895 USD
- Sharing a double/twin room: $725 USD
- Sharing a triple room: $625 USD
Accommodation on the Tuscany Cycling from Pisa to Florence (5-day) Tour
This tour is based in 3 -star hotels and B&Bs. The hotels offer pleasant rooms with ensuite bathrooms and excellent locations.
In some cases, accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other, comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Solo travellers must pay a supplement that varies based on the season and the size of the group (please check Dates and Prices for more info). However, it’s sometimes possible to match single travellers up.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Podere San Paolo in Pisa ★★★
This family-run hotel is located in a countryside, surrounded by beautiful views and with great amenities.
Hotel Carignano in Lucca ★★★★
This countryside hotel has a great outdoor pool. The rooms offer TVs, free WiFi, and rustic furnishings.
Agriturismo Il Piastrino in Vinci ★★★
This agriturismo is a completely renovated ancient farmhouse with a great outdoor pool. The rooms feature TVs, air conditioning, free WiFi, balconies, and private bathrooms.
Hotel Park Palace in Florence ★★★★
This hotel offers rooms with TVs, minibars, air conditioning, and free WiFi. The atmosphere is romantic, and the views are pleasant.
What’s included in the Tuscany Cycling from Pisa to Florence (5-day) Tour?
Meals
4 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodation for 4 nights is included.
Transportation during the Tour
This tour includes bike delivery to Pisa and collection from Vinci, luggage transfers on day 2 and day 3 and one personal and luggage transfer from Vinci to Empoli railway station on day 4.
Also Included
- Route guides and notes
- Maps and detailed information packs
- 24/7 telephone guidance and support
- Bike theft insurance
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Travel to Pisa and from Florence
- Trains, boats, and busses wherever required
- Lunches and dinners or drinks and snacks not previously mentioned
- Tourist taxes
- Personal equipment
Optional Extras
- Any additional nights before or after tour
- Airport transfers
- Bike and bike equipment rental (3 days):
- Hybrid bike (incl. front bag, map holder and odometer)
- E-bike (incl. front bag, map holder and odometer)
- Rear bags
- Helmet rental
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