Cycle Pisa to Florence

Cycle Pisa to Florence

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Cycle Pisa to Florence

8 Days Starting and ending in Pisa, Italy

Visiting: Pisa, Lucca, Montecatini Terme, Montecatini, Florence

Tour operator:

UTracks

Tour code:

CPF

Group Type:

Independent

Guide Type:

Self Guided

Physical rating:

moderate

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group

Activities:

Cycling, Walking

From: $1226

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey cycling from Pisa to Florence through the stunning Tuscan countryside. This self-guided tour allows you to explore the iconic cities of Pisa, Lucca, and Florence at your own pace, while enjoying the region's exquisite cuisine and historical monuments. Starting in Pisa, famous for its Leaning Tower, you'll cycle along the Serchio River to the medieval city of Lucca, visit the charming village of Collodi, and relax in the thermal city of Montecatini Terme. The adventure continues through picturesque landscapes, past Medici villas, and into the heart of Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance. With luggage transfers, rental bikes, and digital route guides provided, this tour offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and scenic beauty.

Highlights

  • Cycling through the beautiful Tuscan countryside

  • Exploring the renowned cities of Pisa, Lucca, and Florence

  • Enjoying the fantastic cuisine of the region

  • Discovering the historical monuments of the region

  • Visiting the medieval city of Lucca

  • Cycling through the village of Collodi to Montecatini Terme

  • Relaxing in Montecatini or cycling among Medici family villas and Vinci

  • Free time to explore Florence, including the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, and Uffizi Gallery

Places You'll See

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive Pisa

Location: Pisa

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Make your own arrival to Pisa, famous for its magical Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles) with the characteristic Leaning Tower. UNESCO World Heritage listed since 1987, Pisa 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 (25 Or 45Km/15.5 Or 28Mi)

Location: Lucca

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today’s route can be almost completely flat with an easy stage that will take you north, cycling along the Serchio river and through the Pisan countryside until you reach the village of Ripafratta and then the city of Lucca. Or there is a slightly longer and more challenging ride along the eastern side of Monti Pisani and via Lake Massaciuccoli.
Elevation +130m/426ft, -115m/377ft or +325m/1066ft, -305m/1000ft

Day 3 : Cycle Through The Village Of Collodi To Montecatini Terme (45Km/28Mi)

Location: Montecatini Terme

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you will cycle along a panoramic road to the 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 street flower market. Continue to Montecatini Terme where you will stay overnight.
Elevation +460m/1509ft, -450m/1476ft

Day 4 : Relax In Montecatini Or Loop Cycle Among Medici Family Villas And Vinci (60Km/37Mi)

Location: Montecatini

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today offers two possibilities. You can relax in one of the most famous thermal cities in Europe, strolling 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 cycle will lead you among villas of the Medici family, olive groves, vineyards and beautiful historical farms, and past Vinci, the birthplace of Leonardo, where you can visit the museum dedicated to him. Return to Montecatini and your hotel.
Elevation +-530m/1771ft

Day 5 : Cycle To The Beautiful City Of Florence (50 Or 60Km/31 Or 37.5Mi)

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Location: Florence

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you can choose to start cycling from Montecatini or to shorten the trip with 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, cradle of the Renaissance. Overnight in Florence.
Elevation +540m/1771ft, -520m/1706ft or +240m/787ft, -250m/820ft if taking the train

Day 6 : A Free Day In Florence

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Location: Florence

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Free time to explore one of the world's most beautiful cities. There are many things to see and do here: visit the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, the Uffizi Gallery (pre-book tickets), the Ponte Vecchio over the Arno River, the Pitti Palace and Michelangelo's statue of David in the Accademia Gallery. There are also good markets and plenty of great places to eat. Overnight in Florence.

Day 7 : By Bike And Train Via Empoli To Pisa (40 Or 65Km/25 Or 40.5Mi)

Location: Pisa

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning you can either cycle from Florence to Empoli then take the train to Pisa, or take a train to Empoli and cycle to Pisa.
If cycling from Florence (40km), you cycle back to the path of the Parco delle Cascine. A 4km climb takes you to the highest point of the stage, 286m above sea level. From Empoli (65km) the route mainly follows the Arno River which is very scenic and on flat terrain. The final stage into Pisa is on an unpaved path along the bank of the river Arno.
Elevation from Florence +360m/1181ft, -385m/1263ft, from Empoli +300m/984ft, -320m/1050ft
Train travel: 65 or 40km/40.5 or 25mi (approx 30-50mins dependent on the service) - ticket not included, payable locally. Note: bikes are only allowed on trains that have a bike icon listed on the timetable. Or take the train the whole distance if you prefer not to cycle - up to 1.5hrs travel time.

Day 8 : Trip Concludes

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast the trip concludes.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    7 nights in 2-3 star hotels

  • 7 breakfasts - varied buffet breakfasts are served at each hotel

  • 7 nights in 2-3 star hotels (Category B) on a twinshare basis with private facilities (upgrade to 3-4 star hotels Category A - supplement applies). Hotel taxes extra, payable locally - allow €20-25

  • Digital information pack including route notes, maps, navigational App (can be used offline), GPS Tracks and travel guide per room booked

  • Luggage transfers - 1 bag per person weighing a max of 20kgs.

  • Rental touring bike with helmet, pannier, puncture resistant tyres and gel saddle (electric bike available on request - supplement applies)

  • Rental bike insurance against theft and damage (not valid for e-bike rentals for ages 14-17)

  • Emergency hotline

  • Travel to and from Pisa

  • Meals not listed as included, drinks

  • Travel insurance - mandatory

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What's Not Included

  • Travel to and from Pisa

    Travel arrangements to and from Pisa are not included.

  • Meals not listed as included

    Lunches, dinners, and drinks are not included.

  • Travel insurance

    Travel insurance is mandatory and not included.

  • Guide

    This is a self-guided cycling holiday, so no guide is included.

  • Single room supplement

    A supplement will apply if you book a single room.

  • Entrance fees

    Entrance fees not listed as included are excluded.

  • Transfers by taxi or public transport

    Transfers if you need to shorten a stage are not included.

  • Excess luggage

    Excess luggage is not included.

  • Handlebar phone holder

    We recommend bringing a handlebar phone holder to follow the route more easily using the app / GPX files.

  • Local hotel taxes

    Local hotel taxes are payable locally directly to the hotel.

  • Items of a personal nature

    Items of a personal nature are not included.

  • Train tickets

    Train tickets are not included.

Grading

MODERATE – GRADE 3
This trip involves 5 days cycling with daily cycles of 25-60km/15.5-37.5mi. The route is mostly on flat areas with some hilly sections that are not too difficult. Much of the cycle is on asphalt roads with low traffic. There are some sections on dirt paths. You will need a reasonable level of fitness to participate fully in this adventure. You need only carry your camera and water bottle. Your luggage is transported for you between hotels. There are train connections among the overnight stays each day and the possibility to shorten the itinerary by taking the train: on day 2, 3, 5 and 7. *For safety reasons, we insist that cycle helmets be included as a compulsory item on your equipment list.

What You Carry

During the cycle day you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone and water. A small daypack which can be kept inside the pannier is useful for sightseeing.

Mode of Transport

Travel includes rental touring bikes with helmets, panniers, puncture-resistant tyres, and gel saddles. Electric bikes are available on request for an additional supplement. Luggage transfers are provided, and train connections are available to shorten the itinerary.

Accommodation

Enjoy 7 nights in comfortable 2-3 star hotels on a twin-share basis with private facilities. Upgrade to 3-4 star hotels is available for an additional supplement. Hotel taxes are extra and payable locally.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 7 nights in 2-3 star hotels on a twinshare basis with private facilities. There is an option to upgrade to 3-4 star hotels for an additional supplement.

  • Is luggage transport provided during the tour?

    Yes, luggage transfers are included. Each person is allowed one bag weighing a maximum of 20kgs.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    The tour includes 7 varied buffet breakfasts. Lunches, dinners, and drinks are not included.

  • What kind of bike is provided for the tour?

    A rental touring bike with helmet, pannier, puncture-resistant tyres, and gel saddle is provided. An electric bike is available on request for an additional supplement.

  • Is there any insurance provided for the rental bike?

    Yes, rental bike insurance against theft and damage is included, but it is not valid for e-bike rentals for ages 14-17.

  • Is this a guided tour?

    No, this is a self-guided cycling holiday. A digital information pack including route notes, maps, a navigational app, GPS tracks, and a travel guide is provided.

  • What should I carry during the cycling days?

    During the cycling days, you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone, and water. A small daypack that can be kept inside the pannier is useful for sightseeing.

  • What is the difficulty level of the tour?

    The tour is graded as moderate (Grade 3). It involves 5 days of cycling with daily distances ranging from 25-60km. The route is mostly flat with some hilly sections and includes both asphalt roads with low traffic and some dirt paths.

  • Are there any additional costs I should be aware of?

    Yes, additional costs include local hotel taxes payable locally, travel insurance, entrance fees not listed as included, and any excess luggage. A supplement will also apply if you book a single room.

  • Is there an emergency contact available during the tour?

    Yes, an emergency hotline is available during the tour.

  • How fit do I have to be?

    Our adventures are first and foremost holidays and can be undertaken by anyone in a reasonable state of health and fitness - however, please carefully read our Terms & Conditions when booking and view the trip grading. We rank our trips according to our honest Trip Grading System. We recommend that you familiarise yourself with our grading system by reading our detailed trip notes (which you can order through this site) and to speak with us about the physical requirements of your chosen trip.

  • What happens if something goes wrong?

    On our guided tours, you travel in small groups with a local multi-lingual guide whose knowledge of the terrain, flora, fauna and history of the region is exemplary. Our self guided tours give you the freedom to explore at your own pace - but they're not unsupported. We provide detailed route notes and maps and our local partners are on hand throughout the day in the unlikely event that something goes wrong. All we request is that you select a program that matches your level of fitness to ensure that you have a comfortable experience.

  • I'm travelling solo on a self-guided trip. Do I pay the single supplement or the single traveller surcharge?

    Most of our self guided trips are priced based on twinshare. If you are travelling solo the single traveller surcharge will apply. The single supplement would apply if you were travelling in a party with others and you had chosen to book a single room. You would never pay a single traveller surcharge and a single supplement.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

M. Johnson(Moraga, USA)  

Cycle Pisa to Florence

17 Aug 2022

Overall a good trip.

D. Novotny(Shepparton, Australia)  

Cycle Pisa to Florence

30 Jun 2023

The bike ride was mostly enjoyable. I did feel vulnerable riding in and out of Florence amongst the traffic. The E Bikes were great. The app on the phone was easy to read. Accommodation was mostly good.

D. Buckingham(Hamilton Road, Canada)  

Cycle Pisa to Florence

20 Oct 2023

Routes were great! - lots of challenges - but doable for the average cycler. Any trouble with the GPS was generally in a town where the turn directions were a little tighter. - There was lots to see and we often stopped just to take a look at the amazing view. We paid for the hotel upgrade and were very satisfied with 3 of the 4 locations we stayed. Anyone who enjoys cycling and doesn't mind going down to granny gear regularly for the inclines would have a great time. Breakfast as explained in the outline was very understated. It was more than ample to get you going for your day.

T. Longmore(South Melbourne)  

Cycle Pisa to Florence

02 Aug 2019

We absolutely LOVED our cycling trip from Pisa to Florence. It was the highlight of our Europe adventures for sure. This is definitely an experience people should do!

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    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of utracks charges.

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