Tour
Arrival to Montecatini Terme, one of the most famous and elegant thermal resorts in Italy. There are direct train links from Florence to Montecatini. In the afternoon you have a personal route information with hand over of the rental bike (if booked) in the hotel. Take a leisurely stroll through the famous spa town. In the Parco delle Terme (thermal park) there are various thermal baths, such as the Terme Leopoldine and thermal baths Tettuccio (small roof).
Look forward to the charming town of Lucca, which can be reached by bike or train (optional). Definitely you should take a bike ride along the perfectly preserved city wall (4 km). It offers fascinating views from the old town. Then you cycle down hill to the Lake Massaciuccoli, the home of the composer Giacomo Puccini (now a museum). On dams and secret paths you cycle to the Leaning Tower in Pisa, where a visit to the well-preserved old town lures.
Enjoy the flat bike path on the banks of the Arno before you cycle through gently hilly landscapes on small roads through the Pisan mountains. Here on the slopes best wine, great olives and juicy peaches thrive. Afterward you have time to relax in the idyllic spa town of Casciana and pamper yourself with a visit to the 36 ° C thermal pools.
Today, the route offers countless wonderful views from the typical Tuscan "postcard" panorama. Olive trees, cypresses and vines line the narrow streets that lead you with some ups and downs through this enchanting hills to San Gimignano. Look forward to the great restored medieval village with its typical "gender towers", where you can saunter cozy in the evening.
Again you cross a beautiful Tuscan countryside. Even from a distance you see the small village Monteriggione which is idyllically situated on a small hill. Visit the historic city center, which is surrounded by an almost 600m long city wall and stroll through the narrow streets. After rewarding break you will cycle in the afternoon to the architectural jewel Siena. Here you can marvel at the huge cathedral and the charming square "Il Campo".
Look forward to magnificent views over the rolling vineyards as you cycle along a picturesque mountain road. The stone village of Vagliali is the perfect place to take a break – perhaps with an aromatic cappuccino under the Italian sun. Afterwards, a white road leads you idyllically through vineyards and shady deciduous forests to Radda, where you can fortify yourself with a plate of homemade pasta and enjoy the special atmosphere of this little gem of a village. Then it's on to the heart of Chianti, Castellina, which impresses with its historic charm and unmistakable flair.
On your last day of cycling, the route first takes you across a sunny plateau with sweeping panoramic views before descending gently down to Greve, whose charming old town invites you to stop for a break. Then it's not far to go: on a long, enjoyable descent, you roll leisurely to the famous Ponte Vecchio in Florence. And what could be a better way to round off your trip than to say goodbye to this eventful week with a glass of your newly discovered favourite Tuscan wine?
Today the beautiful bike tour ends in Florence. If you like you can still extend your stay in Tuscany before you travel back home - highly recommended.
Map
Prices / Dates
Services / Info
- Accommodation incl. breakfast
Cat. A: in 3- and 4-star hotels
Cat. B: in 3-star hotels - Room with shower/bath/WC
- Luggage transport
- Personal tour information
- Digital route guidance via smartphone app
- Tips for tour preparation
- Touristic information
- 7 days hotline service
Below please find more information about your Tuscany bike trip. If you have any further questions please feel free to contact us by phone: 0049 - (0)6421-886890.
Arrival by train
There are good international connections to Florence. From here you may go by train to Montecatini Terme every hour. Please find the actual connections and prices in the internet.
Train schedule information Deutsche Bahn or Train schedule information Trenitalia
Parking facilities
Hotel parking spaces/ garage are available at the hotel for approx. 10,00 - 15,00 EUR per day, on availability, payable on spot. Alternatively, free parking spaces are available near the hotel. You will receive detailed information on parking at the hotel booked for you with the detailed travel documents two weeks before the start of your journey.
Available rental bike
You can choose between 21-speed touring bikes (unisex and men's bikes) and 8-speed unisex electric bikes. Simply let us know your bike preference when booking.
Weather and clima
Tuscany has a sub-mediterranean climate. In the spring, the temperatures can rise to 20 degrees and more, in autumn the weather is mostly stable. Rainfalls should be expected in spring and autumn. Summer months from mid-June to mid-September can be very hot and dry.
Condition of the bike paths
The Tuscany is a very beautiful but as well hilly landscape. On small roads and bike paths you cycle from one famous city to another. In the entrance and exit of the cities you may find some more traffic.
Cycling in italy
In Italy, warning vests are mandatory outside closed areas at night and at dusk.
Transfer back to Montecatini Terme
It is possible to travel from Florence to Montecatini Terme by train, which takes approximately 1 hour. An organised return transfer to Montecatini Terme can be booked every Saturday. Reservations are required and must be paid for in advance. There is a fee for transporting your own bikes.
Extra costs that are not included in the tour price
A possible tourist tax and charging fees for bicycle batteries are not included in the tour price and must therefore be paid at the hotel.
7 day hotline service
In case of chain breakdown, flooding or other bad surprises that makes a continuation of your tour impossible: no problem, we also work during weekends and you can reach us 7 days a week in case of emergency.
Passport and visa requirements
For EU citizens, there are no special passport or visa requirements and no health formalities to be considered for this trip.
Travel insurance
The tour price already includes the statutory insolvency insurance. In addition, we recommend that you take out travel cancellation insurance upon receipt of your travel confirmation in order to protect yourself against financial disadvantages in the event of travel cancellation, interruption of travel, illness or accident.
For this trip, we recommend using digital travel documents in the spirit of sustainability. However, you can still select printed travel documents with a cycling map during the booking process if you wish.
Please note that prices may vary depending on your selection.
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Christine Jockel