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From Pisa to Florence Short Break
(6 days – 5 nights)
| Departure day | FROM | TO |
|---|---|---|
| Saturdays | March 27, 2021 | October 9, 2021 |
Individual tour – Minimum 2 people (special departure dates for at least 5 people)
From Pisa to Florence, a journey through the landmarks of the Renaissance, the historic and artistic movement which characterized European culture of XV century.
Day 1 – Arrival in Pisa
Free arrival in Pisa. The city is famous all over the world for its magic Piazza dei Miracoli with the characteristic leaning tower, the bell tower of the city cathedral. Part of the UNESCO World Heritage list since 1987, besides a large number of monuments it also offers the friendly and lively atmosphere of a university city. Overnight
Day 2 – Pisa – Lucca (45 km)
Today you are pedalling northwards along the Serchio river for an easy stage. For those who wish a slightly longer itinerary, there is the option of going towards
Massaciuccoli Lake before reaching Lucca. Overnight.
Day 3 – Lucca – Montecatini (45 km)
Through a panoramic road you reach 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 local flower street market. Overnight.
Day 4 – Montecatini – Florence (50/65 km)
Today you will be pedalling to Pistoia, rich in Romanesque and Renaissance monuments (in particular churches) and having one of the most evocative squares in Italy: Piazza del Duomo (Cathedral Square). From here back onto the saddle, to reach Florence. Overnight
Day 5 – Florence
Free day. It will be up to you to decide how to spend your time in one of the world’s most beautiful cities! Tuscany’s capital is known for its wealth in culture,
architecture and art and is considered the birthplace of the Renaissance. Overnight
Day 6- Florence/departure
Free transfer to the train station or airport and end of the tour (or proceed with your Italian trip)
ROUTE PROFILE AND MAP
Difficulty: EASY
Total length: 125/155 km
Total vertical up: 450/780 m
Terrain: 85% tarmac, 15% unpaved
The itinerary runs mostly on a flat area with some hilly parts which do not require particular athletic skills. It develops on secondary roads with little traffic, with few unpaved stretches.
ACCOMMODATIONS
This itinerary is based on 3 and 4 stars hotels
PRICE PER PERSON IN EURO
| 2021 | TOURING BIKE | E-BIKE |
|---|---|---|
| MAR-OCT | 700 | 790 |
PRICE INCLUDES
- Accommodations in double rooms in the hotel category mentioned above
- daily breakfasts in hotel
- Luggage transportation
- Roadbook via APP
- Touring bike rental from day 2 to day 4 – including insurance against theft and damage
- Helmet
NOT INCLUDED
- local tourist taxes that are collected directly by the hotels
- any service not mentioned in the “price includes”
IMPORTANT NOTES
- BICYCLE SPECS: bikes are available in different sizes and frames: * Touring bike 27-gear Shimano Deore *Touring bike 7-gear Shimano Nexus with back-pedal brake *E-bike 9-gear Shimano – Features: *aluminium frame *mudguard *rear rack *comfort gel saddle *anti-puncture Schwalbe tires *ergonomic bicycle grips *Speed Lifter system
- All rented adult bikes are equipped with: 1 cycle computer, 1 Ortlieb one-sided saddlebag, 1 front bar bag, 1 water bottle (0.75 l), 1 repair kit per room (1 spare inner tube, glue, patch, a pump, 2 allen keys and tyre levers), 1 combination bike lock
- supplements may apply during special events dates
Please use our contact form or request form to submit your request for this itinerary.