Tuscany by bike, from Pisa to Florence

Bike holidays in Tuscany

The landscapes of Tuscany are amongof the most beautiful and evocative in Europe, with rolling hills dotted with verdant vineyards and cypress trees lining the roads. Your cycling trip in Tuscany offers you incredible discoveries, discovering the art and architecture of the Renaissance. You are in the lands of great artists of the past, such as Leonardo da Vinci and composer Giacomo Puccini. The cities of Pisa and Florence are part of this exceptional stay. You will also visit picturesque villages where you can enjoy excellent Tuscan cuisine.
 
Highlights of the tour :

• Pisa and Florence
• The history of art
• Gastronomic discoveries
• Panoramic landscapes
• Pinocchio park

Day 1: Arrival in Pisa

Individual arrival in the Tuscan city of Pisa. The city is world-famous for its Piazza dei Miracoli and its characteristic leaning tower and the bell tower of the city's cathedral. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, it boasts a large number of monuments and a friendly and dynamic atmosphere.

Overnight in Pisa.

Day 2: From Pisa to Lucca (40 km)

Today, you cycle north along the Serchio River for an easy cycle through the Tuscan landscape. For those who want a slightly longer route, you can reach Lake Massaciuccoli before reaching Lucca. Take time to discover the walled city of Lucca, its Gunigi Tower and hanging garden, the Piazza dell'Anfiteatro and its many churches.

Overnight in Lucca.

Day 3: From Lucca to Montecatini (45 km)

A scenic drive takes you to the small village of Collodi and then to the town of Pescia. In Collodi, where the author of Pinocchio spent his childhood, you'll have the pleasure of visiting the famous Pinocchio Park (created in 1962) and the aristocratic Villa Garzoni. In Pescia, you can stroll through the town among churches, palaces, Renaissance mansions, and the local flower market.

Overnight in Montecatini.

Day 4: Loop around Montecatini (60 km)

This stage in the heart of Tuscany offers you two options:

You can relax in one of Europe's most famous spa towns, Montecatini, and stroll through the narrow streets of the old town, perched on a hill and accessible by a characteristic funicular. You can follow a scenic bike route that will allow you to discover the Medici family villas, olive groves, vineyards, and beautiful historic farms, passing through Vinci, the birthplace of Leonardo Da Vinci (museum visit possible).
Overnight in Montecatini.

Day 5: From Montecatini to Florence (65 km)

Cycle to Monsummano through the olive groves, or you can shorten the journey with a short train transfer to Pistoia, a city rich in Romanesque and Renaissance monuments and home to one of the most evocative squares in Tuscany: Piazza del Duomo (Cathedral Square). You'll cycle back to Florence at the end of the day to enjoy the city.

Overnight in Florence.

Day 6: Sightseeing in Florence (15 km)
You won't have much of this day to enjoy Florence, the capital of Tuscany. You are in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, home to numerous monuments and works of art. On this free day in Florence, you can visit:

• Piazza della Signoria and its surrounding monuments
• The Uffizi Gallery
• Palazzo Vecchio
• Orsanmichele Church
• The Duomo
• The Arno River and its famous Ponte Vecchio.

Overnight in Florence.

Day 7: From Florence to Pisa via Empoli (40-65 km)
Today, you can either depart Florence by bike and reach Pisa via a train transfer from Empoli. Or take a train to Empoli and cycle to Pisa along the Arno River.
Overnight in Pisa.

Day 8: Pisa
End of your Tuscan cycling tour and departure after breakfast.

Due to organizational reasons, weather conditions, or regulations issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during your vacation. For example, along the way, you may encounter temporary diversions caused by roadworks, which cannot be predicted; in this case, please follow the directions you will find on site.

General information :

• 8 days and 7 nights
• Standard version : 2 and 3 *
• Comfort version : 3 and 4 *
• Prices for children: contact us.

2026 Dates:
Departures on Saturdays from March 28 to October 10

• Low Season: March 28 to April 17 and September 26 to October 10
• Mid Season: April 18 to May 8 and September 5 to September 25
• High Season: May 9 to September 4

  
Included :

• 7 nights with breakfast
• GPS application
• Luggage transport
• Assistance service in case of breakdown (except puncture)

 
Not including :

• Everything not mentioned in the "included" section
• Local tax (20 to 25 €)
• Train transfers
• Transport to the place of departure
• Dinners and Lunches
• Personal expenses 

 
The options :

• Standard bike or ebike rental
• Additional night at the start or end of the tour in Pisa
• Bike theft insurance (for rented bikes)
• Cancellation insurance

 
Level :

1 2 3 4 5 6

Ground :

The route takes place mainly on flat areas with hilly parts that do not have special athletic skills.
Possibility to take the train on days 2, 3, 5 and 7.
 
Weather :

Hot and dry summers.

 
Technicality:
Cycling: 45 to 65 km per day or 4 to 6 hours of cycling.

You won't have too much of this day to enjoy Florence, the capital of Tuscany.
 
Bibliography:

Cycling maps and guides in Italy on cartovelo.com
 
Additional nights:
An additional night is offered to you at the start and end of the tour.

Meal :

• Breakfasts: generous (coffee, tea, chocolate, milk, butter, bread, jam, orange juice)
• Lunch: not included
• Dinner: not included. Restaurants near the accommodation.

The bike :

• Rental bicycle: If you rent a bicycle, it will be given to you on the day of your arrival at the 1st hotel. At the end of the tour, you will have to leave this bike at the last hotel and notify reception.
• Personal bicycle: We do not recommend bicycles with small tires. Hybrid bikes and mountain bikes are excellent. Remember to check your bicycle before setting off.

 
Assistance :
Assistance in the event of a breakdown (except punctures for which we do not intervene).
 
Luggage:
They are transported by a courier or by our team and limited to one piece of luggage per person. (max. 20kg)
 
Roadbook :

La Bicyclette Verte will send you a welcome documentation including all the necessary information before your departure. You will also receive luggage tags and vouchers for the accommodations. 

For the trip, an access to an application with GPS tracks will be sent to you.

Transport:

• By train: Direct train from Paris to Florence in just over 10 hours. Direct train from Florence to Siena.
• By car: Pisa is about 1200 km from Paris. Motorway to Siena.
• By plane: Pisa, Florence or Siena airport.

Cancellation insurance :
In order to guarantee the reimbursement of costs in the event of cancellation of your stay, you can take out cancellation insurance. To learn more about insurance, click here.