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Pisa to Cinque Terre 8-day Self-guided Cycling Tour Level 3

  • 8days
  • Italy

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Fabulous Cinque Terre Cycling Tour

In terms of variety, this trip from Tuscany to Liguria is hard to beat. Centuries-old monuments will impress you in Pisa, Lucca and La Spezia. Experience the vast, sandy beaches along the sparkling Versilia coast in the fashionable seaside resorts of Viareggio and Forte dei Marmi. Wild nature will accompany you as you travel through the ever-narrowing valley of the Serchio River. The views of the white marble bridge of Carrara or the world-famous colourful houses in the Cinque Terre will take your breath away. This varied landscape is enriched with full-bodied wine, fragrant basil and lots of Italian “dolce vita”. It is waiting for you…immerse yourself in the incredible diversity of Italy.

Highlights:

  • Pisa & Lucca: Enjoy the unique charm of these picturesque towns during your stay in Pisa and Lucca.
  • Tuscan hills
  • Culinary delights: The ‘Dolce Vita’ of Italy surrounds you from the start. 

Tour character: Level 3

The route is on cycle paths and mostly on low-traffic side roads. The first stage is completely flat, all other stages are hilly with several, at times tougher, climbs. On the fourth day of cycling, there is a long climb of over 550 metres. The paths are mostly asphalted and for short distances on gravel roads. When entering and exiting cities, as well as during short connections, a bit more traffic can be expected.

Included in the Cinque Terre Cycling Tour:

  • Accommodation 7 nights in 3* and 4* hotels
  • Breakfast
  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • Luggage transfer between the hotels
  • Digital travel documents incl. navigation app, GPS-data, route book
  • 1 Cinque-Terre-Card valid for train rides and entry/hiking in the nature park 
  • GPS-data is available and app navigation
  • Service hotline

Not included in the tour:

  • Bike rental
  • Bike insurance
  • Visitor's taxes, if due, are not included in the tour price
  • Anything not mentioned in 'included'

Arrival/ Parking/ Departure:

  • Arrival by train to Pisa
  • Pisa or Florence airport
  • Parking: Hotel parking spaces, costs approx. EUR 15 per day or public garage, costs approx. EUR 20 per day. Parking at Pisa airport, costs approx. EUR 15 per day
  • Departure by train from La Spezia to Pisa, duration approx. 1 hour
  • Return transfer by minibus to Pisa every Saturday, costs EUR 99 per person, EUR 45 extra for your own bike, to be paid in advance, reservation is necessary

Notes:

  • Departures Saturdays - special dates on request
  • Extra nights
    • Pisa: From 75 EUR p.p (+45 EUR single person)
    • La Spezia: From 109 EUR p.p (+89 EUR single person)
  • Rental bike PLUS - 179 EUR on request

If you would like to hire a bike (99 EUR) or E-bike (289 EUR), please contact our office when booking: [email protected]

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  • Day 1

    Pisa

    In the evening welcome briefing and bike fitting. We recommend an initial visit of the magnificent old part of town that day.

  • Day 2

    Pisa – Viareggio approx. 30 km

    Enjoy the magical old town of Pisa again before taking on the beautiful paths through the ‘Macchia Luccese’ national park to the sea. Continue along the sandy beach until you reach the charming resort of Viareggio with its historic swimming baths. Take your first dip in the fresh waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea here, or even along the way.

  • Day 3

    Viareggio – Lucca approx. 45 km

    In the morning you travel along the Versilia coast for a while, before heading back inland. You cycle along the ‘Via Francigena’, the ancient pilgrim route on the way from France to Rome. It travels through small, medieval villages in the Tuscan hills to the banks of the Serchio river. The well-maintained cycle path will eventually take you to the centre of Lucca. Not only the old town will impress you, you’ll experience a special highlight – a round trip of the city walls by bike.

  • Day 4

    Lucca – Castelnuovo di Garfagnana approx. 50 km

    On the cycle path along the Serchio you leave the city once more. The mystical Devil’s Bridge is a popular photo opportunity, directly on the bike path, its steepness is simply breathtaking. In today’s location, Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, time seems to have stopped. Narrow medieval streets, stone bridges and small, charming squares characterize the town-scape.

  • Day 5

    Castelnuovo di Garfagnana – Forte dei Marmi/Surroundings approx. 50 km

    A beautifully landscaped mountain road leads you back to the sea today. Over the first 20 kilometres you will overcome approximately 550 metres of altitude and then suddenly find yourself among the quarries of the world-famous white Carrara marble. Then it’s down again…30 kilometres downhill! In the fashionable Forte dei Marmi, you will definitely have earned a dip in the Tyrrhenian Sea.

  • Day 6

    Forte dei Marmi/Surroundings – La Spezia approx. 55 km

    Today’s cycling route promises lots of variety. Lush green grape vines accompany you on the last few kilometres in Tuscany. The charming fishing village of Bocca di Magra is already in Liguria and the coastal road that starts from there offers fantastic views over the deep blue sea. The pastel-coloured houses in Lerici give you a first impression of the Ligurian coast. From here it is only a few kilometres to your destination of La Spezia, a historic port city with a lot of art, culture and good food.

  • Day 7

    Excursion Cinque Terre approx. 20 km hiking tour and train trip

    The national park around the colourful facades of the Cinque Terre – the five villages of Monterosso, Vernayya, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore – were declared a World Heritage Site in 1997. On a breathtaking coastal walk, you get to know these villages from a very special viewpoint. In the morning you can take the train from La Spezia to Monterosso. From there you travel with the glittering sea always on the right-hand side, from village to village (the route can be shortened at any time by train or boat). From Riomaggiore, the Cinque Terre Express takes you back to your accommodation in La Spezia.

  • Day 8

    Departure or extension

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Tours marked with are special prices.

Start End Max. No. Guests Accommodation Price p.p.
Sep 27 2025 Oct 04 2025 12 Single rooms 1,628€
Double rooms 1,129€
Oct 04 2025 Oct 11 2025 12 Single rooms 1,628€
Double rooms 1,129€
Oct 11 2025 Oct 18 2025 12 Single rooms 1,628€
Double rooms 1,129€
Apr 04 2026 Apr 11 2026 12 Single rooms 1,718€
Double rooms 1,189€
Apr 11 2026 Apr 18 2026 12 Single rooms 1,718€
Double rooms 1,189€
Apr 18 2026 Apr 25 2026 12 Single rooms 1,788€
Double rooms 1,259€
Apr 25 2026 May 02 2026 12 Single rooms 1,788€
Double rooms 1,259€
May 02 2026 May 09 2026 12 Single rooms 1,788€
Double rooms 1,259€
May 09 2026 May 16 2026 12 Single rooms 1,878€
Double rooms 1,349€
May 16 2026 May 23 2026 12 Single rooms 1,878€
Double rooms 1,349€
May 23 2026 May 30 2026 12 Single rooms 1,878€
Double rooms 1,349€
May 30 2026 Jun 06 2026 12 Single rooms 1,878€
Double rooms 1,349€
Jun 06 2026 Jun 13 2026 12 Single rooms 1,878€
Double rooms 1,349€
Jun 13 2026 Jun 20 2026 12 Single rooms 1,878€
Double rooms 1,349€
Jun 20 2026 Jun 27 2026 12 Single rooms 1,878€
Double rooms 1,349€
Jun 27 2026 Jul 04 2026 12 Single rooms 1,878€
Double rooms 1,349€
Jul 04 2026 Jul 11 2026 12 Single rooms 1,878€
Double rooms 1,349€
Jul 11 2026 Jul 18 2026 12 Single rooms 1,878€
Double rooms 1,349€
Jul 18 2026 Jul 25 2026 12 Single rooms 1,878€
Double rooms 1,349€
Jul 25 2026 Aug 01 2026 12 Single rooms 1,878€
Double rooms 1,349€
Aug 01 2026 Aug 08 2026 12 Single rooms 1,878€
Double rooms 1,349€
Aug 08 2026 Aug 15 2026 12 Single rooms 1,878€
Double rooms 1,349€
Aug 15 2026 Aug 22 2026 12 Single rooms 1,878€
Double rooms 1,349€
Aug 22 2026 Aug 29 2026 12 Single rooms 1,878€
Double rooms 1,349€
Aug 29 2026 Sep 05 2026 12 Single rooms 1,878€
Double rooms 1,349€
Sep 05 2026 Sep 12 2026 12 Single rooms 1,788€
Double rooms 1,259€
Sep 12 2026 Sep 19 2026 12 Single rooms 1,788€
Double rooms 1,259€
Sep 19 2026 Sep 26 2026 12 Single rooms 1,788€
Double rooms 1,259€
Sep 26 2026 Oct 03 2026 12 Single rooms 1,718€
Double rooms 1,189€
Oct 03 2026 Oct 10 2026 12 Single rooms 1,718€
Double rooms 1,189€
Oct 10 2026 Oct 17 2026 12 Single rooms 1,718€
Double rooms 1,189€

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If you would like to drive yourself before or after your tour, ask us for a quote on any brand new Renault, Peugeot or Citroen vehicle for driving in Europe.

Pick up your vehicle from most capital cities in Europe and return it to your drop off destination. Top insurance cover. Email [email protected] for a competitive quote

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