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Tuscany-North: From Lucca to Vinci
- Quintessential Lucca, with its imposing city walls and a riddle of narrow streets.
- The magnificent Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa with the leaning tower and Cathedral
- Spend a day by the sea, visiting Viareggio with its light sandy beaches
- Florence, the cradle of the renaissance
- Giacomo Puccini's lake side home at Torre del Lago where he composed his most famous airs
- Vinci, the charming medieval town where Leonardo da Vinci was born
- Quiet country roads, cycle paths and tree lined avenues
- Delicious Tuscan culinary specialties
- 2 center easy cycling trip accommodation with swimming pool
- Warm, welcoming locals
From: 355 €
Tripcode: ITSK010
4 Comfort
Level 1 - EN:
Simple accommodation, often with multiple rooms like huts, cottages or guesthouses. Sometimes with bunk beds and often with shared bathrooms. All camping trips fall into this category.
Level 1 - EN:
Simple accommodation, often with multiple rooms like huts, cottages or guesthouses. Sometimes with bunk beds and often with shared bathrooms. All camping trips fall into this category.
Level 2:
Simple to good inns, small family hotels, B&Bs and agriturismo (farmsteads), generaly with private bathroom. Often chosen for their excellent location in relation to the itinerary.
Level 2:
Simple to good inns, small family hotels, B&Bs and agriturismo (farmsteads), generaly with private bathroom. Often chosen for their excellent location in relation to the itinerary.
Level 2:
Simple to good inns, small family hotels, B&Bs and agriturismo (farmsteads), generaly with private bathroom. Often chosen for their excellent location in relation to the itinerary.
Level 3:
Good hotels, inns, B&B, agriturismo (farmstead) with ensuite private bathroom, often wel located and serving good meals
Level 3:
Good hotels, inns, B&B, agriturismo (farmstead) with ensuite private bathroom, often wel located and serving good meals
Level 3:
Good hotels, inns, B&B, agriturismo (farmstead) with ensuite private bathroom, often wel located and serving good meals
Level 4:
Special hotel with excellent food, ambiance and service. Accommodations with a special touch.
Level 4:
Special hotel with excellent food, ambiance and service. Accommodations with a special touch.
Level 4:
Special hotel with excellent food, ambiance and service. Accommodations with a special touch.
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2 Difficulty
Level 1:
Walking levels:
Trips with short walks of generally three to four hours (excluding breaks) and/or optional day excursions; flat or slightly hilly terrain using well kept paths.
Cycling levels:
Easy biking in nearly flat landscape; also possible for people with little or no bicycle experience. The daily distances are approximately 30-50 km in general. Bicycles with up to 3 gears can do the job. All our adult rental bikes have at least 21 gears.
Level 1:
Walking levels:
Trips with short walks of generally three to four hours (excluding breaks) and/or optional day excursions; flat or slightly hilly terrain using well kept paths.
Cycling levels:
Easy biking in nearly flat landscape; also possible for people with little or no bicycle experience. The daily distances are approximately 30-50 km in general. Bicycles with up to 3 gears can do the job. All our adult rental bikes have at least 21 gears.
Level 2:
Walking levels:
Moderate day walks, 4-5 hours per day (excluding breaks) on hilly to mountainous areas using well kept, sometimes stony paths.
Cycling levels:
Biking on gently undulating terrain, you may encounter short climbs from time to time. The daily distances vary between 30 and 65 km. A bicycle with minimum 7 gears will do. All our rental bikes have at least 21 gears.
Level 2:
Walking levels:
Moderate day walks, 4-5 hours per day (excluding breaks) on hilly to mountainous areas using well kept, sometimes stony paths.
Cycling levels:
Biking on gently undulating terrain, you may encounter short climbs from time to time. The daily distances vary between 30 and 65 km. A bicycle with minimum 7 gears will do. All our rental bikes have at least 21 gears.
Level 2:
Walking levels:
Moderate day walks, 4-5 hours per day (excluding breaks) on hilly to mountainous areas using well kept, sometimes stony paths.
Cycling levels:
Biking on gently undulating terrain, you may encounter short climbs from time to time. The daily distances vary between 30 and 65 km. A bicycle with minimum 7 gears will do. All our rental bikes have at least 21 gears.
Level 3:
Walking levels:
Trips with strenuous day walks or trekking in mountainous areas. 5 to 7 hours walking maximum per day, sometimes carrying backpacks with stuff for one night; height differences between 500 & 1000 m. per day
Cycling levels:
Strenuous biking trips in areas where you cannot avoid steep slopes. Some bicycle experience in short trips is needed. The daily distances range from 30 up to 75 km.
Level 3:
Walking levels:
Trips with strenuous day walks or trekking in mountainous areas. 5 to 7 hours walking maximum per day, sometimes carrying backpacks with stuff for one night; height differences between 500 & 1000 m. per day
Cycling levels:
Strenuous biking trips in areas where you cannot avoid steep slopes. Some bicycle experience in short trips is needed. The daily distances range from 30 up to 75 km.
Level 3:
Walking levels:
Trips with strenuous day walks or trekking in mountainous areas. 5 to 7 hours walking maximum per day, sometimes carrying backpacks with stuff for one night; height differences between 500 & 1000 m. per day
Cycling levels:
Strenuous biking trips in areas where you cannot avoid steep slopes. Some bicycle experience in short trips is needed. The daily distances range from 30 up to 75 km.
Level 4:
Walking levels:
Trips with heavy excursions in high mountains, sometimes carrying backpacks with stuff for several nights. 6 to 8 hours maximum per day; height differences up to 1200 meters per day; only for participants with an excellent condition and without fear of heights.
Cycling levels:
Serious and strenuous biking trips in mountainous area, the slopes are longer and/or steeper than at the previous category. Requires a good physical condition, a broad cycling experience and adequate mountain climbing bicycle. The daily distances range between 30 and 80 km.
Level 4:
Walking levels:
Trips with heavy excursions in high mountains, sometimes carrying backpacks with stuff for several nights. 6 to 8 hours maximum per day; height differences up to 1200 meters per day; only for participants with an excellent condition and without fear of heights.
Cycling levels:
Serious and strenuous biking trips in mountainous area, the slopes are longer and/or steeper than at the previous category. Requires a good physical condition, a broad cycling experience and adequate mountain climbing bicycle. The daily distances range between 30 and 80 km.
Level 4:
Walking levels:
Trips with heavy excursions in high mountains, sometimes carrying backpacks with stuff for several nights. 6 to 8 hours maximum per day; height differences up to 1200 meters per day; only for participants with an excellent condition and without fear of heights.
Cycling levels:
Serious and strenuous biking trips in mountainous area, the slopes are longer and/or steeper than at the previous category. Requires a good physical condition, a broad cycling experience and adequate mountain climbing bicycle. The daily distances range between 30 and 80 km.
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Duration: 8 days
Details
Lucca, Pisa, Vinci and Florence
Forget the steep Tuscan hills as you and your family effortlessly cycle along the meandering Arno river cycle paths that take you from one monumental artistic city to the next. Visit some of Italy's most famed cultural centers such as Pisa, Lucca and Florence as well as its lesser know and more intimate corners, the wild sand dune coast of Viareggio, Vinci, where Leonardo da Vinci was born, Torre del Lago where Puccini composed his famous opera's. Pedal through a quintessential Tuscan landscape, taste the many local specialties and stay in 2 comfortable, family run, hotels
Itinerary
Expand itinerary Collapse itineraryDay 1: Arrival in Carignano - Lucca
Arrive at your hotel in Carignano and settle in to the comfortable 3* hotel with swimming pool. Overnight in Carignano
Villages along the way: Lucca
Day 2: Upstream from Lucca to visit Villa Reale and Villa Grabau
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. Once in Lucca, take your time to visit the charming 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. Overnight in Carignano - Lucca
Challenge: 27.2 km + 5km cicling the Lucca city wals 50m climb
Villages along the way: Lucca, Villa Reale & Villa Grabau
Day 3: Downstream from Lucca to Pisa to visit the leaning tower
Today's ride is very scenic, following the Serchio River downstream you reach the heart of Pisa where you can visit the world famous Miracle Square and climb its illustrious leaning tower. Ride though the city center and admire the many palaces, churches, towers and town squares. Take a break in the Piazza dei Cavalieri as you gaze at the architecturally stunning historic buildings that surround you, before you take the train back to Lucca. Overnight in Carignano-Lucca
Challenge: 29 km - 50 m climb
Villages along the way: Pisa
Day 4: Viareggio, a day trip to the sea
Ride in to Lucca train station and hop on the local train to the beach. A short train ride takes you to the beach town of Viareggio, known as the Pearl of the Tyrrhenian , thanks to its beaches of fine Golden sand, vast pine woods, the large marina and the elegant shops that face onto the long boulevards lined with palm trees and oleander bushes. A short bike ride inland takes you to Torre del Lago where the famous composer Puccini spent many summers being, inspired by the beautiful lake of Massaciuccolo, now a nature reserve. Ride towards the sea and the Golden sandy beaches and stop anywhere along the coastal cycle path for a refreshing swim. You return to Lucca with the train Overnight in Carignano
Challenge: 27.4km - 20m climb
Villages along the way: Viareggio and Torre del Lago
Day 5: Ride from Lucca to Vinci where Leonardo was born
Today you 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. Overnight in Vinci
Challenge: 46 km - 150m climb
Villages along the way: Altopascio, Fucecchio wetlands, Vinci
Day 6: Leonardo and Vinci
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 Overnight in Vinci
Challenge: 14.4 km 250m climb
Villages along the way: Vinci
Day 7: Day trip tp Florence or bike ride to Cerreto Guidi
Today you can chose to either do a round tour in the vicinity of Vinci, going to the village of Cerreto Guide, with its imposing Medici palace/Villa or you can cycle into Empoli 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 Vinci Overnight in Vinci
Challenge: 15.5 km - 150m climb
Villages along the way: Florence or Cerreto Guidi
Day 8: Arrivederci Toscana
The trip and our services end after breakfast. If you have rented a bike with us, leave it at the accommodation
Villages along the way: Vinci, Empoli
Practical info
Included:
- 4 nights accommodation on B&B basis in a 3* hotel with swimming pool, all rooms with private en-suite bathroom
- 3 nights accommodation on B&B basis in 3* equivalent farmhouse with swimming pool, all rooms with private en-suite bathroom
- Detailed road book and maps in English
- Luggage transfer fromLuccato Vinci
- 24-hour telephone assistance (simple puncture not covered)
Not Included:
- Flights and public transportation
- Bike rental
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Admissions and entrance fees of any kind (when not previously agreed upon)
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal extras and expenses such as meals, drinks, phone calls, local transport etc.
- Any items that have not been mentioned in the program
Optional Services:
- 21 speed hybrid ault bike hire, (1 rear side bag, front bag with map holder, puncture repair kit, pump, lock included) Bike is delivered to accommodation
- 18 speed 24inch and 26 inch child bike
- Bike trailer
- Trailer bike
- Child chair max 20 kg
- Airport or station arrival and/or departure transfers
- Transfer from Vinci to Florence
- Guided tour of Pisa Lucca and/or Florence with a local private city guide
- Private cooking class in Lucca and/or Florence
- Additional night/s at any of the accommodations or any other destination in Italy
Getting there and away:
Pisa and Florence and Bologna airports have regular international and low cost flights. There is a regular bus and train service between the airports and the these 3 cities. We can also arrange for you private transportation directly from the airport.
Reviews
Start: Lucca
Finish: Vinci
Dates & prices
Trip availability: Any day from 01/03 to 15/11
| Dates of the trip | Price |
|---|---|
| quadruple room: | 355 €/person |
| triple room: | 445 €/person |
| twin room: | 550 €/person |
| double room: | 550 €/person |
| twin room with upgrade in first hotel: | 575 €/person |
| double room with upgrade in first hotel: | 575 €/person |
| Dates of the trip | Price |
|---|---|
| quadruple room: | 370 €/person |
| triple room: | 470 €/person |
| twin room: | 590 €/person |
| double room: | 590 €/person |
| twin room with upgrade in first hotel: | 620 €/person |
| double room with upgrade in first hotel: | 620 €/person |
| Dates of the trip | Price |
|---|---|
| quadruple room: | 420 €/person |
| triple room: | 510 €/person |
| twin room: | 640 €/person |
| double room: | 640 €/person |
| twin room with upgrade in first hotel: | 685 €/person |
| double room with upgrade in first hotel: | 685 €/person |
| Dates of the trip | Price |
|---|---|
| quadruple room: | 400 €/person |
| triple room: | 500 €/person |
| twin room: | 620 €/person |
| double room: | 620 €/person |
| twin room with upgrade in first hotel: | 665 €/person |
| double room with upgrade in first hotel: | 665 €/person |
| Dates of the trip | Price |
|---|---|
| quadruple room: | 355 €/person |
| triple room: | 445 €/person |
| twin room: | 550 €/person |
| double room: | 550 €/person |
| twin room with upgrade in first hotel: | 575 €/person |
| double room with upgrade in first hotel: | 575 €/person |
Other prices
Bike rental (6 days). 95€
Junior Bike rental (6 days). 78€
Child seat (6 days). 10€
Trailer bike (6 days). 45€
Other prices
| Dates of the trip | Price |
|---|---|
| half board Supplement: | 85 €/person |
| trailer bike: | 45 €/person |
| mountain Bike: | 95 €/person |
| hybrid Bike: | 95 €/person |
| Child seat on bike: | 12 €/person |
| Child bike: | 78 €/person |
| Bike trailer: | 66 €/person |
| Price on request | |
| transport lucca-Vinci: | 95 € |
| transport Vinci-lucca: | 187 € |
| half board Supplement: | 75 €/person |
| Dates of the trip | Price |
|---|---|
| luggage and people transfer Florence airport-Hotel Carignano: | 235 € |
| Dates of the trip | Price |
|---|---|
| people and luggage transfer Pisa airport-Hotel Carignano: | 75 € |