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Self-guided Cycling Tour in Montecatini Tuscany 8-day Level 3
Cycling, Feasting and Relaxing!
Do you want to see classic Italy? this tour of Tuscany could not be better! This cycling tour offers so many highlights for fans of ‘la Dolce Vita’. Be it the picturesque landscape or the ancient culture of central Italy, this cycle tour really leaves no part of Tuscany unturned. Of course, a trip to Florence, the capital of Tuscany, is also part of the programme. In the evenings you can relax with a glass of Vino on the terrace of your feel-good hotel, feel true holiday happiness!
A bike tour in the heart of Italy is perfect from spring onwards. Tuscany, with its mild temperatures is perfect for a holiday away from the crowds of tourists. Even more so when you are travelling by bike! Take this chance for a summer cycling break until October. In total you will cover around 240km, all in the beautiful landscape of Italy’s picture perfect region.
For casual cyclists who like to cycle in their spare time, the Tuscany tour is perfect! Everyday you spend between 40 and 55km cycling on secondary roads and country lanes. Some basic fitness is needed, because although the landscape is stunning, it is also hilly. Longer distances, such as the return trip from Lucca or Vinci, are made by bus and train.
Tuscany has a wonderful but also hilly landscape. You will cycle on quiet minor roads and sometimes even on country lanes. Close to bigger cities, traffic is unfortunately unavoidable.
Please book your bike (99 EUR) or e-bike (239 EUR) when you book the tour: [email protected]
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Arrival in Montecatini
Information on the tour and bike fitting in the evening. For the rest of the day, we recommend taking a walk in the spa park or taking the historical rack railway train to Montecatini Alto.
Trip through the Val di Nievole Valley approx. 40km
Today, you will cycle along wonderful olive groves to the charming town of Serravalle. Beautiful panoramic views over the valley will reward you for conquering the short climbs before you will return downhill to Montecatini. On your way, you will also pass the historic town of Montecatini Alto, where you can enjoy a glass of wine at the romantic Piazza Guisti.
Trip to Monte Pisano and to the sea approx. 50km
The day starts with a drive to the summit of Monte Pisano (900m) where you can enjoy an impressive panorama of Pisa and the sea. From here you will start your bike tour with a long descent into the valley. On the bike path along a Roman Viaduct you will get to the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Later, you will continue to the Mediterranean coast and through the nature park “Macchia Lucchese” to the “Pearl of the Tyrrhenian coast”: Viareggio. At the end of your tour, you will take the train back to Montecatini.
Trip to Florence (by train)
The capital of Tuscany offers visitors a unique range of palaces, churches, museums and art treasures from the Renaissance. The bike has already earned a break, maybe our cyclists too? Of course, the day also offers the full convenience of the hotel.
Trip to San Gimignano approx. 55km
Today, you will take a shuttle to Casciana Terme. On wonderful ways, through vineyards and rolling hills, you will cycle to San Gimignano. On your way, you will see images of the original Tuscany as they have been painted many times. Just before you reach today’s destination, the silhouettes of the famous medieval towers appear in front of you. After your trip, you will have a transfer back to your hotel.
Trip to Vinci approx. 55km
On the sixth day, you will cycle on small paths through the olive groves of Montecatini to Vinci, the birthplace of Leonardo.This museum dedicated to his genius and his inventions is very impressive. On your way back to the hotel, you will cycle over gently rolling hills and through the lovely countryside of Montalbano.
Trip to Lucca approx. 40km
First, you will cycle through the small, medieval wine town of Monte Carlo, where one of the few white wines of Tuscany flourishes. Then you will continue your tour along the Wine Road “Colline Lucchesi”, through the backcountry, past the beautiful Villa Torriggiani to Lucca. A bike ride on the historic city walls offers magnificent views of churches and towers that rise above the countless roofs of the city. The train will take you back to your hotel.
Departure or extension
Tours marked with are special prices.
Start | End | Max. No. Guests | Accommodation | Price p.p. | ||
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Jun 03 2023 | Jun 10 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,238€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Jun 10 2023 | Jun 17 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,238€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Jun 17 2023 | Jun 24 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,238€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Jun 24 2023 | Jul 01 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,238€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Jul 01 2023 | Jul 08 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,238€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Jul 08 2023 | Jul 15 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,238€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Jul 15 2023 | Jul 22 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,238€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Jul 22 2023 | Jul 29 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,238€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Jul 29 2023 | Aug 05 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,238€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Aug 05 2023 | Aug 12 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,238€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Aug 12 2023 | Aug 19 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,238€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Aug 19 2023 | Aug 26 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,238€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Aug 26 2023 | Sep 02 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,238€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Sep 02 2023 | Sep 09 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,238€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Sep 09 2023 | Sep 16 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,168€ | ||
Double rooms | 929€ | |||||
Sep 16 2023 | Sep 23 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,168€ | ||
Double rooms | 929€ | |||||
Sep 23 2023 | Sep 30 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,168€ | ||
Double rooms | 929€ | |||||
Sep 30 2023 | Oct 07 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,088€ | ||
Double rooms | 849€ | |||||
Oct 07 2023 | Oct 14 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 1,088€ | ||
Double rooms | 849€ |
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