Cycle Pisa to Florence

8 days (Pisa)

Destinations visited: Italy, Pisa, World

Grading:

moderate

Grading Definitions

Discovery & Cruising

These are our least demanding trips. These journeys of discovery and cruises involve little or no extended activity and are suitable for people with a basic level of fitness and good health. The itinerary may take place in remote areas (with basic facilities) and may involve long travel days on various types of transport. Sightseeing may be conducted on foot and all participants should be capable of carrying their own luggage from vehicle to hotel rooms. These adventures do not go above 2500m and rarely involve camping.
Suggested preparation: Once or twice a week, we recommend you walk on undulating terrain for an hour, for at least 2 -3 months prior to departure.

Adventure Touring

Suggested preparation: Two or three times a week, we recommend you walk on undulating terrain for an hour or more, for at least 3 months prior to departure.

Introductory

These trips involve trekking or walking, cycling, rafting or sea kayaking for up to five or six hours a day at a slow but steady pace and should never be misinterpreted to mean they are easy trips. These trips do not spend time at altitudes above 4000m and are usually a week in duration. You will need a reasonable level of fitness and good health.
Suggested preparation: 30 minutes of aerobic type exercise, (either cycling or jogging) three times a week for three months leading up to your trek. For trekking, hill walking with a daypack in variable weather conditions is also recommended. For a cycling adventure, road cycling twice a week for three months prior to departure is recommended.

Introductory to Moderate

These trips involve a combination of what is described in our INTRODUCTORY and MODERATE levels. The emphasis is on introductory activity with several moderate stages

Moderate

These adventures involve trekking, cycling, rafting or sea kayaking for up to 6 or 7 hours a day at a steady pace. These trips may spend successive days at altitudes not generally exceeding 5,500m and are usually between 10 and 15 days in duration. You will need a good level of fitness and be in good health.
Suggested preparation: 45 minutes of aerobic type exercise, three to five times a week for the three months leading up to your trek. Hill walking with a pack in variable weather conditions or road cycling is also recommended depending upon the activity you plan to undertake.

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Cycle through the beautiful Tuscan landscape between Pisa and Florence

Discover the magic of the Tuscan countryside as you cycle over rolling hills and through vineyards between Pisa and Florence. From the leaning tower of Pisa to the Ponte Vecchio in Florence, the beauty of the Tuscan landscape has influenced artists, sculptors, and painters including Leonardo di Vinci and Puccini. Wind your way through delightful and enchanting Renaissance cities including Lucca, Pescia and Pistoia. You will cycle through vineyards and olive groves, along the Arno river, and even among the villas of the famous Medici family.

Highlights

Cycling through the beautiful Tuscan countryside
Exploring the renown cities of Pisa, Lucca and Florence
Enjoying the fantastic cuisine of the region
Discovering the historical monuments of the region

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Pisa

Make your own arrival to Pisa, the city famous for its magic Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles) with the characteristic leaning tower. Pisa has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage since 1987, and has a large number of monuments as well as the friendly and lively atmosphere of a university city.

Day 2 Cycle along the Serchio river to Lucca (30/45km)

Today you will cycle northwards along the river Serchio, across the Pisan countryside and arrive in Lucca. For those who want a harder cycle, there is a more demanding and longer route that runs along the Monti Pisani (the Pisan mountains). The medieval city of Lucca will welcome you with its charm.

Day 3 Round cycle through the countryside surrounding Lucca (40km)

The itinerary for today follows a ring-shaped pathway in the surrounding countryside, but if you prefer you can stop to visit the innumerable palaces, churches and towers of this enchanting Tuscan city. Not to be missed is a tour inside the perimeter of the wonderful Renaissance walls, which are still completely intact and are considered the best preserved in Europe. A visit to the Roman amphitheatre (II century AD) is also a must.

Day 4 Cycle through the village of Collodi to Montecatini (45km)

Today you will cycle through a panoramic road to the little village of Collodi and the town of Pescia. In Collodi, where the author of Pinocchio spent his childhood, you can visit the famous Pinocchio's Park (created in 1962) and the aristocratic Villa Garzoni. In Pescia you can enjoy a quiet stroll among churches, palaces, Renaissance mansions and the typical street flower market.

Day 5 Relax in Montecatini, or round cycle among villas of the Medici family and Vinci (60km)

Today you once again have two possibilities to choose from. You can relax in one of the most famous thermal cities in Europe and stroll down the narrow lanes of the old city, which is situated on a hill and can be reached by a characteristic cable-railway. Alternatively, a picturesque cycling itinerary will lead you among villas of the Medici family, olive groves, vineyards and beautiful historical farms, and past Vinci, the birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci. In Vinci it is possible to visit the Leonardo di Vinci museum. Return to Montecatini.

Day 6 Cycle to the beautiful city of Florence (50/65km)

Today you can choose to start cycling from Montecatini or to shorten the trip through a short train ride to Pistoia, rich in Romanesque and Renaissance monuments. On today's cycle you will be immersed in the Tuscan flatlands en-route to Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance. It will be up to you how decide to spend your time in one of the world's most beautiful cities. Things you should not miss include the Statue of David, the Piazza della Signoria,the Duomo, and the Ponte Vecchio over the Arno River.

Day 7 By train to Empoli and cycle along the Arno river to Pisa (65km)

This morning you will need to take the train to Empoli (approx. 30 min and 6 Euro per person). From here you will start to follow the Arno river by bike. You will cycle entirely along level ground until you reach Pisa for your last overnight stay.

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Day 8 Trip concludes

After breakfast the trip concludes.

Additional Information

Inclusions

7 breakfasts - varied buffet breakfasts are served at each hotel
7 nights accommodation in 2 to 4 star hotels on a twinshare basis with private facilities
Bicycle, 27 gear with puncture resistant tyres, gel saddle, saddlebags and helmet
Luggage transfers
Tour information on-site by a local representative
Route description and maps
7 day hotline service

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SELF GUIDED CYCLING

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Equipment Required

Wet weather gear, sunscreen, bike helmet and sun hat. (A comprehensive gear list is provided in the pre-departure information provided on booking).

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