Pisa to Lucca to Florence 8 Day Tour

Overnight stay in Pisa on BB basis Arrive at your hotel in San Giuliano Terme, located 3,5 km from Pisa centre town, and settle in to the comfortable 3* hotel with swimming pool.

Begin your day cycling through the inspiring countryside around Pisa, stopping for a visit to the grandiose Certosa of Calci monastery. It was founded in 1366 and houses a magnificent, renowned Natural History Museum. The second part of the day is spent in Pisa, visiting its many outstanding monuments

Today’s ride is very scenic and nearly all flat. The route follows the Serchio River to reach the charming town of Lucca. Once in Lucca, take your time to visit the wonderful city centre, ride along the imposing tree-lined perimeter walls and explore its splendid gardens, majestic bell tower and impressive Piazza Anfiteatro, a 2nd century Roman amphitheatre.

Today you cycle upstream along the Serchio River cycle path that takes you to the Lucchese foothills where there are many beautiful and famous palaces and gardens to be visited. Stop to admire the monumental gardens full of luxurious and extraordinary vegetation of Villa Reale and Villa Grabau before heading back towards town.

Today you with your bikes and luggage will be transferred to Altopascio where you start the ride through the Padule of Fucecchio nature reserve. This is one of the largest inland wetlands of Europe. Depending on the time of year the area will be wet or dry. Marvel at the delightful all-encompassing greenness and to spot some migratory birds enjoying a well-deserved rest on their way south why not leave the road and head into the vegetation.

The day ride ends at a farm in the outskirts of the village of Vinci, where the famous inventor/artists Leonardo da Vinci came from.

Gain insight on the genius of Leonardo da Vinci as you explore his birthplace and the two remarkable, child friendly and hands –on museums dedicated to his inventions. Admire his original designs and inventions and ride up to the house where he was born, for some spectacular views and quintessential Tuscan scenery.

Today you can chose to either do a round tour near Vinci, to the village of Cerreto Guidi visiting its imposing Medici Palace/Villa. Or you can cycle to Empoli train station from where a 30 minute train ride takes you into downtown Florence the cradle of the Renaissance. Spend the day strolling its wonderful streets and admiring the innumerable wonders before returning to Empoli the afternoon and cycling back to your accommodation in Vinci.

INCLUDED IN THE THE PROGRAM:

• 7 nights accommodation on B&B basis, all rooms with private en-suite bathroom
• 2 nights accommodation in San Giuliano Terme (3.5km from Pisa) 3 star hotel with swimming pool
• 2 nights in 3*hotel with swimming pool in Carignano, Lucca
• 3 nights in 3* equivalent farmhouse with swimming pool in Vinci
• Detailed road book and maps in English
• All luggage transfers included
• People and bikes transfer from Lucca to Altopascio and luggage to Vinci on day 5
• 24-hour telephone assistance (simple puncture not covered)

NOT INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM:

• Flights and public transportation
• Bike rental
• Travel insurance (mandatory)
• Admissions and entrance fees of any kind (when not previously agreed upon)
• Personal extras and expenses such as meals, drinks, phone calls, etc.
• Any items that have not been mentioned in the program
• Tips and gratuities