Tuscany Cycling from Pisa to Florence (5-day)
Spend 5 unforgettable days on a self-guided adventure from Pisa to Florence on bike
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Tuscany Cycling from Pisa to Florence (5-day) Overview
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.
This cycling tour from Pisa to Florence is a perfect trip, so book soon!
Trip highlights
Cycle through towns and cities rich with history, including Florence, Pisa, and Lucca.
Spot wildlife cycling through the Fucecchio Padule, Europe’s biggest inland wetland.
Sample plenty of local wines and Tuscan cuisine at every stop along the way.
Visit Vinci, the birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci, and learn about his genius.
Day By Day Itinerary
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
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
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
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
Enjoy a final breakfast is beautiful Florence before starting your travels home. Arrivederci!
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast
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Inclusions
Included
- 4 breakfasts are included.
- Accommodation for 4 nights is included.
- 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.
- 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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FAQ
We rate this tour as a 2 / 5. You will cycle fair distances, but the incline is generally minimal and the trails are in good condition.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
4 breakfasts are included.
Yes. You will need to acquire travel insurance that covers hiking/walking. Get your Travel Insurance.
You can fly directly to Pisa (PSA). Take the train directly to San Guiliano Terme (Pisa). You can also fly into Florence (FLR), and from the Florence Santa Maria Novella railway station, take the direct train to San Guiliano Terme. You’ll need to change trains in Pisa Centrale.
No, you will be provided with maps, route guides, notes, and 24/7 telephone support to complete your self-guided tour.
Self-guided travelling is not difficult! For many, it is a preferred type of travel as you are in charge of your own time and pace. You are provided all the information on which direction you need to go daily. In most cases, you don’t need to carry lots of things with you and can only carry your daypack, as your luggage will be picked up from your hotel daily in the morning and delivered to your destination hotel.
The tour ends in Florence, where you can take the train directly to the airport.
Bike rentals are not included. You can rent electric, road, or mountain bikes.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
Why book Tuscany Cycling from Pisa to Florence (5-day) with 10 Adventures?
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